Nigeria have secured a commanding place in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, finishing the group stage with a perfect nine points. The Super Eagles’ flawless run underscores their credentials as serious contenders in the tournament.

Senegal also advanced, topping Group D following a 3-0 victory over Benin Republic. Goals from Abdoulaye Seck, Habib Diallo, and Cherif Ndiaye sealed the win, despite captain Kalidou Koulibaly receiving a straight red card. Senegal will now face either Burkina Faso or Sudan in the knockout stage.

The Democratic Republic of Congo defeated Botswana 3-0 to finish second in their group and will take on Algeria for a spot in the quarter-finals.

Three Round of 16 fixtures have already been confirmed: Tunisia vs Mali, Egypt vs Benin Republic, and Senegal vs (Burkina Faso/Sudan). Alongside Nigeria, other teams advancing to the last 16 include South Africa and Morocco.