CHAN 2025: Quarter-Final Fixtures Confirmed as Sudan, Senegal Advance
The quarter-final fixtures of the ongoing African Nations Championship (CHAN) have now been confirmed, following the conclusion of Group D matches on Tuesday evening.
TalkTalk Nigeria reports that Sudan and Senegal played out a tense 0-0 draw, a result that saw both nations book their place in the last eight.
Meanwhile, Nigeria defeated Congo 2-0 in their final group game, but heartbreakingly, the result was not enough as both teams finished in third and fourth place respectively — meaning elimination from the tournament.
Sudan finished top of Group D with five points from three games, edging Senegal, who also secured five points but fell short on goal difference.
The confirmed CHAN quarter-final fixtures are as follows:
Kenya vs Madagascar
Morocco vs Tanzania
Uganda vs Senegal
Sudan vs Algeria
The matches will be played on Friday and Saturday in what promises to be a thrilling knockout stage.
Opinion
This CHAN tournament has already delivered its fair share of surprises — and the drama of Group D was no exception. Nigeria’s exit, despite a spirited 2-0 win over Congo, is a painful reminder that consistency, not just individual brilliance, decides tournaments at this level.
Looking ahead, the quarter-finals promise fireworks. Kenya’s clash with Madagascar feels like a battle of two rising forces in African football, while Morocco vs Tanzania brings pedigree against ambition.
For many, however, the eye-catching ties are Uganda vs Senegal and Sudan vs Algeria. Uganda will test their defensive grit against a technically strong Senegalese side, while Sudan face a tough North African test against Algeria — a game that could go down to fine margins.
One thing is clear: CHAN 2025 is shaping up to remind us why African football is so captivating — unpredictable, passionate, and brimming with talent.
