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The journey to the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 enters its decisive phase as the 6th day of the qualifiers promises thrilling clashes with five places still up for grabs in Africa’s most prestigious football tournament. Africa.
The tournament, which will take place in Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026, will bring together 24 teams, 19 of which have already secured their place.
As qualifying concludes with matches from Sunday to Tuesday, the race for second place in several groups remains hotly contested.
Here’s a look at the key qualifying battles.
Group D: Libya and Rwanda on the tightrope
In Group D, Libya has a unique opportunity to move up from last to second place if they manage to beat Benin at home on Monday. Benin are currently in second place but face enormous pressure to achieve a good result. For their part, Rwanda has a small chance of qualifying but must achieve an improbable away victory against group leader Nigeria, who have already booked their ticket to Morocco.
Group F: Sudan has the advantage
On Monday, the match for second place in Group F will take place, with Sudan needing only a draw against already qualified Angola. A defeat for Sudan could, however, open the way for Niger, who must win away against Ghana. The Black Stars, eliminated after Friday’s 1-1 draw in Angola, could nevertheless harm Niger’s hopes.
Group I: Portuguese-speaking rivalry
Tuesday’s clash between Guinea-Bissau and Mozambique in Group I will be a two-legged duel. Both teams performed well in the qualifiers, but only one will join group leader Mali in Morocco.
Group C: Botswana’s difficult task
Botswana is in second place, two points ahead of Cape Verde and Mauritania. However, their final match will be a trip to Cairo to face an Egyptian team already assured of qualifying. Cape Verde and Mauritania, meanwhile, will battle it out for a possible last-minute climb to second place if Botswana loses the match.
Group H: The final battle between Guinea and Tanzania
In group H, Guinea has the advantage with two points ahead of Tanzania. The two teams will meet for a decisive match in Dar es Salaam, where Guinea only needs a draw to qualify. Tanzania must obtain the three points to grab second place behind DR Congo, who have already won their ticket.
Anticipation grows
With five places still to be filled, fans across the continent are preparing for a thrilling conclusion on the road to Morocco 2025.
