Rolling AFCON updates of the day’s action, events and key moments (1)
20:06
⚽ GOAL — CAMEROON 1-0 GABON
Goal! Cameroon 1, Gabon 0. Karl Etta Eyong (Cameroon) right footed shot from the right side of the box to the centre of the goal. Assisted by Bryan Mbeumo with a through ball.Goal awarded following VAR Review.
🔴 LIVE — GROUP F
20:00
🟢 KICK-OFF
The final match of Matchday 4 is underway as Cameroon get the ball rolling against Gabon in Agadir.
19:55
🎵 NATIONAL ANTHEMS
Players from Cameroon and Gabon line up on the pitch as the national anthems are played, marking the final moments before kick-off.
19:52
Warm-ups have ended, with both sides sharpening their focus for a clash that has historically delivered tight contests at AFCON finals.
🏟️ CAMEROON vs GABON — LIVE BUILD-UP
Kick-off: 20:00 GMT | Stade d’Agadir
19:45
The stadium atmosphere begins to build as supporters from both nations stream into the venue, with green, yellow and red colours dominating the stands. There are the line-ups:
𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘-𝗨𝗣𝗦 📋
The Indomitable Lions and The Panthers ready to pounce! 🇨🇲🇬🇦#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/00TYdXAGUW
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
19:40 GMT
Attention now shifts to Agadir, where Central African rivals Cameroon and Gabon prepare to bring Matchday 4 to a close in Group F.
This encounter carries history, rivalry and ambition, with both sides aiming to make a strong statement in a group that also features Côte d’Ivoire and Mozambique.
19:28
🔚 FULL-TIME
Côte d’Ivoire 1–0 Mozambique
The defending champions begin their title defence with a hard-fought victory, securing three vital points in Group F as Mozambique depart with pride after a spirited display.
18:38
⚽ GOAL — CÔTE D’IVOIRE
The breakthrough arrives as Côte d’Ivoire find the net, sending the Ivorian supporters into celebration and giving the champions a crucial lead in their opening match. Amad Diallo (Côte d’Ivoire) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Franck Kessie with a headed pass.
18:35
🔁 SECOND HALF UNDERWAY
Côte d’Ivoire restart the match, looking to raise the tempo and convert control into clear scoring opportunities.
18:20
🟡 HALF-TIME
Côte d’Ivoire 0–0 Mozambique
An evenly balanced opening half comes to an end, with the champions enjoying more possession but Mozambique matching them for intensity and discipline.
18:10
Mozambique create a moment of danger on the break, forcing Côte d’Ivoire’s backline to react swiftly as the champions are reminded of the threat posed by their determined opponents.
18:00
⏱ 30 MINUTES PLAYED
The tempo increases as Côte d’Ivoire begin to push forward with greater intent, while Mozambique remain resolute, defending in numbers and looking to counter quickly.
17:50
Mozambique grow into the contest, pressing higher up the pitch and testing Côte d’Ivoire’s build-up play, drawing encouragement from a composed opening quarter.
17:40
Côte d’Ivoire settle into early possession, patiently circulating the ball across midfield as Mozambique maintain a compact defensive shape, showing discipline and organisation.
17:30
🟢 KICK-OFF
The defending champions Côte d’Ivoire get their TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 campaign underway as Mozambique kick off the Group F encounter in Marrakech.
17:25
Team news filtering through confirms that both sides will field strong line-ups, with Côte d’Ivoire expected to lean on experience and structure, while Mozambique approach the contest with energy and ambition. National anthems preparations begin inside the stadium as officials confirm all matchday protocols are in place for an on-time start.
𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘-𝗨𝗣𝗦 📋
The 11 men of each team in group F’s first match ✅#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/hDra8gWDzD
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
17:20
Tournament context: Côte d’Ivoire are aiming to become the first defending champions since Egypt in 2010 to retain the AFCON title, while Mozambique are chasing a historic first-ever win at the finals.
17:15
The Grand Stade de Marrakech is steadily filling up as supporters from both nations arrive, creating a vibrant pre-match atmosphere under clear Moroccan skies.
The Mambas are in the building. 🇲🇿#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/BmjXxLy9uq
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
17:10
With Algeria securing a composed victory over Sudan in Rabat, attention now shifts south to Marrakech, where defending champions Côte d’Ivoire prepare to begin their title defence at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025.
🟢 LIVE BLOG — MATCHDAY 4 CONTINUES
Group F | Côte d’Ivoire vs Mozambique
Venue: Grand Stade de Marrakech
Kick-off: 17:30 GMT
16:57
⏹️ FULL-TIME: Algeria 3–0 Sudan
Algeria begin their TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 campaign with a controlled victory, securing three important points in Group E.
16:45 GOAL Algeria 3-0 Sudan
Ibrahim Maza extends Algeria’s lead. His left-footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner for the goal.. Assisted by Baghdad Bounedjah with a headed pass.
Scored it, shared it. Ibrahim Maza 🤍💚#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/xj3niAw8ac
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
16:20 GOAL Algeria 2-0 Sudan
Riyad Mahrez scores again this time with a left-footed shot from the centre of the box to the centre of the goal. Assisted by Mohammed Amoura with a cross.
Meanwhile a proud dad is watching his son make his official debut for Algeria with a clean sheet so far.
Zidane is a proud dad. 🥹#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 | #WePlayDifferent pic.twitter.com/jOcESKiQVF
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
16:06
▶️ SECOND HALF UNDERWAY
Algeria restart play in Rabat, knowing a strong second-half performance is needed to secure maximum points.
⏸️ HALF-TIME: Algeria 1–0 Sudan
Algeria head into the break with a narrow lead, having dictated much of the play, while Sudan remain firmly in contention with their disciplined display.
He knew. We knew. The players knew. That was going in. 🤍💚#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/FqDT4HTqyI
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
15:45
Sudan continue to compete with intensity, but Algeria remain composed, controlling possession as the interval approaches.
15:35
Sudan respond positively, pushing higher up the pitch as they look for a quick reply, while Algeria attempt to manage the tempo after opening the scoring.
15:20
Sudan show early discipline, closing spaces effectively and limiting Algeria’s attempts to play through the middle, forcing the North Africans wide.
15:10
Algeria settle quickly into possession, circulating the ball patiently across midfield as Sudan sit compact, prioritising defensive organisation in the early stages.
15:02 GOAL Algeria 1-0 Sudan
Riyad Mahrez (Algeria) scored with a left-footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Hicham Boudaoui. This is so far the quickest goal in this edition of the AFCON.
15:00
▶️ KICK-OFF: Algeria vs Sudan
The ball is rolling in Rabat as Algeria and Sudan get their Group E campaigns underway at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025.
14:55
⏱️ National anthems next
Both teams complete their warm-ups and prepare to line up on the pitch, as the pre-match ceremony gets underway in Rabat.
14:55
⏱️ Teams arrive at the stadium
The Algeria and Sudan squads arrive at the Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah as final preparations begin ahead of the 15:00 GMT kick-off.
14:53
Algeria, two-time African champions, arrive in Morocco determined to turn the page after early exits in recent editions, while Sudan aim to frustrate and compete with discipline against one of North Africa’s heavyweights.
14:52
Tournament context: Algeria are seeking to end a six-match winless run at AFCON finals, while Sudan return to the competition for the first time since 2021, carrying the pride of one of Africa’s founding football nations.
14:50
This fixture marks the first-ever AFCON finals meeting between Algeria and Sudan, adding extra intrigue to a match that carries significant weight for both sides.
14:40
Attention now shifts to Rabat, where Algeria and Sudan are preparing to open their Group E campaigns in the second match of the day at the Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah.
14:35
⏹️ FULL-TIME: Burkina Faso 2-1 Equatorial Guinea
The opening match of Matchday 4 concludes in Casablanca, with both teams completing their first Group E assignment at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025.
🟢 LIVE BLOG — MATCHDAY 4 CONTINUES
Wednesday, 24 December 2025 | All times GMT
14:32
⏹️ FULL-TIME
The final whistle sounds in Casablanca, bringing the opening match of Matchday 4 to an end as Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea complete their first Group E fixture at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025. Burkina Faso win the match after coming from a goal down to win the game at the death.
14:31 GOAL Burkina Faso 2-1 Equatorial Guinea
What a turnaround for Burkina Faso. Edmond Tapsoba (Burkina Faso) header from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner.
14:28 GOAL Burkina Faso 1-1 Equatorial Guinea
Burkina score to equalise!!!! Georgi Minoungou (Burkina Faso) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Dango Ouattara.
14:18 GOAL Burkina Faso 0-1 Equatorial Guinea
The closing minutes approach at Stade Mohammed V, with tension rising among supporters as both sides press for a decisive moment. Marvin Anieboh (Equatorial Guinea) heads the ball into the net from the centre of the box to the top left corner. Assisted by Carlos Akapo with a cross following a corner.
14:00
Midway through the second half, the contest remains closely fought, with defensive concentration still proving decisive.
13:50
Intensity increases after the restart, with both teams pushing higher up the pitch in search of a breakthrough even though the Equatoguineans are down by one man following the red card to Basilio Ndong.
13:38
▶️ SECOND HALF UNDERWAY
The second half kicks off in Casablanca as Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea resume their Group E encounter.
13:35
The teams return to the pitch following the interval, with coaches expected to seek greater attacking intent after a measured first half.
13:20
⏸️ HALF-TIME
The referee brings the first half to a close at Stade Mohammed V after a competitive opening period, with both sides heading into the break knowing the importance of the second half.
13:10
Equatorial Guinea show confidence going forward, but clear-cut chances remain limited in a match defined so far by tactical discipline.
13:00
Thirty minutes played in Casablanca, with the contest finely balanced as both teams continue to test each other’s defensive shape.
12:50
Burkina Faso enjoy a spell of possession, while Equatorial Guinea remain compact and organised, looking to absorb pressure and counter when possible.
12:40
Early exchanges see both sides probing cautiously, with neither team willing to overcommit in the opening stages of this important group fixture.
12:30
⚽ KICK-OFF: Burkina Faso vs Equatorial Guinea
The first match of the day is underway at Stade Mohammed V as Group E action begins in Casablanca.

12:20
⏱️ Teams emerge for national anthems (15 minutes to kick-off)
Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea line up on the pitch as the national anthems are played, marking the official build-up to the first match of Matchday 4.
12:10
Warm-ups are done as sides sharpened their final movements under the Casablanca sun.
12:00
Tournament reminder: Today’s fixtures will be followed by Algeria vs Sudan (15:00 GMT), Côte d’Ivoire vs Mozambique (17:30 GMT) and Cameroon vs Gabon (20:00 GMT). The line ups for today’s matches are out:
𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘-𝗨𝗣𝗦 📋
The Stallions and The Nzalang Nacional starting 11 at Stade Mohammed V.🔥#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/0lpHqbXavL
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
11:50
Pre-match focus: Burkina Faso are aiming to impose their experience, while Equatorial Guinea will look to maintain the discipline and efficiency that has defined their recent AFCON campaigns.
The chants travel far when Nzalang Nacional are around. 🇬🇶❤️🔥#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 | #WeSoundDifferent pic.twitter.com/iIM2MnDvNa
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
The Stallions. 🇧🇫
Calm arrival. Clear intent. 🙌#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/9k9W6Qm1AN
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
11:40
Inside the stadium, fans continue to stream in as final security and operational checks are completed for the day’s opening match. Lets check out the dressing rooms:
Focus locked in on both sides. 👕
Final details, final looks. 🇧🇫🇬🇶#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 | #WeDressDifferent pic.twitter.com/XbipWS4iXu
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
11:30
⏱️ Teams arrive at the stadium (60 minutes to kick-off)
The Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea squads have already arrived at Stade Mohammed V to a warm reception from supporters, as pre-match routines begin in earnest.
11:20
The Stade Mohammed V pitch inspection is complete, with conditions reported as excellent ahead of the early kick-off in Casablanca.
11:10
Burkina Faso are contesting their 14th AFCON finals, while Equatorial Guinea make their fifth appearance, having progressed beyond the group stage at every previous edition they have played.
11:00
Both teams are finalising preparations at their respective hotels, with coaching staff placing emphasis on a composed start in what is expected to be a tight tactical contest.
10:50
Competition update: CAF has confirmed a significant increase in prize money at AFCON 2025, with the tournament winners set to earn USD 10 million, the highest in the competition’s history.
10:40
Stade Mohammed V is gradually filling up as supporters from both nations arrive, with vibrant colours, drums and chants already creating an early-afternoon AFCON atmosphere in Casablanca.
10:30
Group E context: With Algeria and Sudan also in the group, early points could prove decisive. Both Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea have spoken openly about ambitions to reach the knockout stages.
10:20
Tournament note: This is the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, with six host cities welcoming fans from across Africa and beyond as Morocco stages the finals for the first time since 1988.
10:10
Today’s opening fixture sees Burkina Faso face Equatorial Guinea at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca (12:30 GMT), with both sides targeting a strong start in a competitive Group E.
10:00
Good morning from Morocco as Matchday 4 of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 gets underway. Four matches are scheduled today, with Group E and Group F taking centre stage across Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech and Agadir.
Another big day awaits at #TotalEnergiesAFCON2025. ⚽
Who takes the spotlight today? @APSONIC_AFRICA pic.twitter.com/p5zbVR7eYM
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 24, 2025
🟢 LIVE BLOG — MATCHDAY 4
Wednesday, 24 December 2025 | All times GMT
The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 continues today with Matchday 4, as four compelling fixtures headline another full day of continental football across Morocco.
This live blog will bring you rolling updates from 10:00 GMT through to the final whistle of the day, combining match moments, tournament news and key off-field developments as they happen.
Action begins with Burkina Faso vs Equatorial Guinea (12:30 GMT), followed by Algeria vs Sudan (15:00 GMT), before defending champions Côte d’Ivoire face Mozambique (17:30 GMT) and Cameroon meet Gabon (20:00 GMT) in a classic Central African derby. Click on the link for each match for the live play-by-play updates on CAFOnline.com
The ppdates here will focus on major moments including kick-off, goals, half-time, second-half starts and full-time, alongside timely news and events from the competition.
All timings in this live blog are in GMT, keeping fans around the world connected to every key moment of Matchday 4.



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