AFCON UPDATE: YESTERDAY’S RESULTS AND FULL FIXTURE OUTLOOK FOR THE WEEK

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) continues to capture the attention of football fans across the continent as the group stage unfolds with intensity, passion, and high expectations. With the tournament now in motion, early results and upcoming fixtures are beginning to shape the narrative of what promises to be a fiercely competitive championship.

AFCON MATCH PLAYED YESTERDAY

The tournament officially kicked off with a single opening fixture:

Morocco 2 – 0 Comoros

Host nation Morocco began their AFCON campaign on a positive note, delivering a composed performance against Comoros. After a balanced opening half, Morocco asserted dominance in the second period, converting key chances and maintaining defensive discipline. The victory places the hosts in a strong early position and reinforces their status as one of the tournament’s leading contenders.

UPCOMING AFCON MATCHES: TODAY TO SATURDAY

AFCON group-stage matches are scheduled almost daily, with Wednesday included as a match day and Thursday serving as a rest and transition day before fixtures resume on Friday. All kick-off times below are listed in West Africa Time (WAT).

MONDAY

Mali vs Zambia — 3:00 PM
South Africa vs Angola — 6:00 PM
Egypt vs Zimbabwe — 9:00 PM

These fixtures open up additional group battles, with traditional powerhouses seeking strong starts to avoid early pressure.

TUESDAY

DR Congo vs Benin — 3:00 PM
Senegal vs Botswana — 6:00 PM
Nigeria vs Tanzania — 6:00 PM
Tunisia vs Uganda — 9:00 PM

Tuesday’s schedule features heavyweight nations expected to set the pace in their respective groups. Nigeria and Senegal, in particular, will be closely watched.

WEDNESDAY

Burkina Faso vs Equatorial Guinea — 3:00 PM
Algeria vs Sudan — 6:00 PM
Ivory Coast vs Mozambique — 6:00 PM
Cameroon vs Gabon — 9:00 PM

Wednesday is a full match day, featuring Group E and Group F fixtures. These games are crucial, as teams aim to establish control before the final round of group matches.

THURSDAY

There are no AFCON matches scheduled on Thursday. This day allows teams to recover, reassess tactics, and prepare for decisive fixtures ahead.

FRIDAY

Angola vs Zimbabwe — 3:00 PM
Egypt vs South Africa — 6:00 PM
Zambia vs Comoros — 6:00 PM
Morocco vs Mali — 9:00 PM

Friday marks a return to action with potentially decisive encounters. The clash between Egypt and South Africa stands out as one of the most anticipated fixtures of the week.

SATURDAY

Benin vs Botswana — 3:00 PM
Senegal vs DR Congo — 6:00 PM
Uganda vs Tanzania — 6:00 PM
Nigeria vs Tunisia — 9:00 PM

Saturday’s matches could define qualification outcomes, especially in tightly contested groups where every point matters.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR THE TOURNAMENT

With the group stage progressing steadily, AFCON is already delivering drama and tactical battles. Wednesday’s fixtures play a vital role in separating early contenders from teams under pressure, while the short Thursday break allows for regrouping ahead of the decisive weekend.

As the competition intensifies, fans can expect disciplined defending, moments of individual brilliance, and surprises that make AFCON one of the most unpredictable and exciting tournaments in world football.

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