AFCON 2025 – Day 5 Preview: Fixtures, Head-to-Head Records, Kick-off Times & Broadcast Details

The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 heads into its second matchday, following an opening round filled with dramatic results and memorable moments, with tension already beginning to rise.

 Early defeats and narrow victories have set the stage for decisive encounters across Groups A and B, where history, rivalry, and qualification hopes collide.

AFCON 2025 Fixtures today | Friday, 26 December 2025

Zimbabwe vs Angola: Both Seek Redemption

The second matchday of Group B carries knockout intensity. After opening defeats, Angola and Zimbabwe meet this Thursday at the Grand Stade de Marrakech in a clash that could prove decisive in the qualification race. With margins so fine, another setback could severely damage either side’s chances of progressing.

Historically, Angola have had the upper hand, progressing in AFCON qualifiers in 1998 and 2013, and edging Zimbabwe in the 2006 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Across their last four meetings, Angola have three wins to Zimbabwe’s one, though Zimbabwe claimed the first-ever encounter in 1985 with a 3–2 friendly victory.

Egypt vs South Africa: Battle for Top Spot

The last time these two giants met at AFCON, South Africa stunned hosts Egypt in Cairo 2019, Thembinkosi Lorch’s late strike sending Bafana Bafana into the quarterfinals. Six years later, the rivalry reignites in Morocco, with both sides chasing early control of Group B.

Egypt opened with a 2–1 comeback win over Zimbabwe, Mohamed Salah striking in stoppage time, while South Africa edged Angola by the same scoreline thanks to Lyle Foster’s goal and assist. The Pharaohs remain at the Grand Stade d’Agadir, while Bafana travel from Marrakech.

South Africa are unbeaten in their last six games against Egypt (W4 D2). Egypt’s last victory came in a 1–0 friendly in London in 2006, Emad Moteab scoring the only goal.

Zambia vs Comoros: All or Nothing showdown

Zambia face Comoros in a crucial Group A clash at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca on Friday, with kick-off at 18:30 local time.

The Chipolopolo arrive buoyed by a late equaliser in their 1–1 draw against Mali, a result that boosted confidence and sharpened their focus on securing a first tournament win, vital for progression to the last 16.

Comoros, meanwhile, enter under pressure after a narrow 2–1 defeat to hosts Morocco. With qualification hopes at stake, only victory will keep them in contention. Overall, the two nations have met seven times, Zambia winning four, Comoros two, with one draw.

Morocco vs Mali: Acid Test for Atlas Lions

After a controlled 2–0 victory over Comoros, hosts Morocco return to Group A action knowing that a second win would all but secure knockout qualification. Standing in their way is a determined Mali side, eager to bounce back and prove their resilience.

This is only the second AFCON finals meeting between the two nations. Their first came in the 2004 semi-finals, where Morocco triumphed 4–0 in Tunis still their biggest AFCON win and Mali’s heaviest defeat. Current Morocco coach Walid Regragui started that match, adding personal resonance to this latest encounter.

Where to Watch

Fans worldwide can follow AFCON 2025 live on SuperSport, beIN Sports, Channel 4 (UK), SNRT (Morocco), and CAF’s official streaming platforms, with additional coverage across Europe via Movistar (Spain), ERT (Greece), VGTV (Norway) and more.