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AFCON features high-stakes knockout clashes, with Morocco praised for exceptional organization and home advantage, while teams like South Africa, Cameroon, Senegal, and Egypt face crucial matches. Morocco dominates Group A, fans anticipate a possible final against Egypt, and Nigeria aims for a perfect group finish. The tournament showcases African football's evolution and competitiveness, with no clear underdogs.

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Cameroon, South Africa set for high-stakes AFCON round of 16 clash

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  • Both teams finished second in their AFCON groups
  • Cameroon approaches the match with growing confidence 11s
  • South Africa is known for big tournament upsets 13s
  • South Africa aims to fix past mistakes after loss to Egypt 43s
  • Experts say the match will be a challenge for Cameroon 1m 14s

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Cameroon, South Africa set for high-stakes AFCON round of 16 clash
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Africanews
2 days ago
Cameroon, South Africa set for high-stakes AFCON round of 16 clash

Cameroon faces South Africa in the round of 16. Both teams finished second in their groups and express determination to advance.

South Africa and Cameroon set for high-stakes round of 16 clash
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SNTV
2 days ago
South Africa and Cameroon set for high-stakes round of 16 clash

South Africa and Cameroon, both group runners-up, meet in the round of 16. Players stress the knockout stakes: winner advances, loser is eliminated.

Senegal face Sudan in AFCON round of 16 without captain
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SNTV
4 days ago
Senegal face Sudan in AFCON round of 16 without captain

Senegal, group winners and tournament favourites, play Sudan in the round of 16 without captain Koulibaly, who is suspended. Senegal aims for a fourth quarterfinal in five tournaments.

Morocco advances in AFCON as fans anticipate potential clash with Egypt
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SNTV
5 days ago
Morocco advances in AFCON as fans anticipate potential clash with Egypt

Morocco dominates Group A and prepares for the round of 16 against Tanzania. Fans are optimistic but cautious, with many anticipating a dramatic final against Egypt.

AFCON 2025 sets new standard as Morocco chase home glory
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AFCON 2025 sets new standard as Morocco chase home glory

Morocco hosts AFCON 2025 with exceptional organization and upgraded infrastructure, raising the bar for African football. The national team is ready, and home fans are optimistic about winning the trophy.

Amokachi hails AFCON 2024 as proof of African football's evolution
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5 days ago
Amokachi hails AFCON 2024 as proof of African football's evolution

Daniel Amokachi highlights AFCON 2024 as evidence of African football's evolution, with no clear underdogs and high tactical standards across teams.

Nigeria aim for perfect group finish as Uganda chase AFCON survival
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Africanews
8 days ago
Nigeria aim for perfect group finish as Uganda chase AFCON survival

Nigeria, already qualified for knockouts, aim for a flawless group finish against Uganda, who must win to stay in the tournament.

Egypt remain focused ahead of Angola clash
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9 days ago
Egypt remain focused ahead of Angola clash

Egypt, already qualified for the knockouts, remain focused and aim to top Group B with a win over Angola. The team maintains strong spirit and ambition under coach Hossam Hassan.

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