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AFCON 2023 quarter-finalists: A quick overview

As the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 progresses into the quarterfinals, the tournament has witnessed remarkable performances and surprises. Here’s a quick overview of the eight teams that have secured their spots in the quarterfinals:

  1. South Africa (Bafana Bafana):
    • Upset: Defeated Morocco 2-0 in the Round of 16.
    • Quarterfinal Opponent: Cape Verde.
  2. Ivory Coast:
    • Progress: Secured a quarterfinal spot after a penalty shootout victory against Senegal.
    • Quarterfinal Opponent: TBD.
  3. Nigeria (Super Eagles):
    • Progress: Impressive 2-0 victory against Cameroon in the Round of 16.
    • Quarterfinal Opponent: Angola.
  4. Guinea (Syli National):
    • Progress: Secured a thrilling 1-0 victory over Equatorial Guinea.
    • Quarterfinal Opponent: DR Congo.
  5. DR Congo (Leopards):
    • Progress: Advanced to the quarterfinals after a penalty shootout win against Egypt.
    • Quarterfinal Opponent: Guinea.
  6. Cape Verde (Blue Sharks):
    • Progress: Won 1-0 against Mauritania in the Round of 16.
    • Quarterfinal Opponent: South Africa.
  7. Angola (Palancas Negras):
    • Progress: Dominant 3-0 victory over Namibia in the Round of 16.
    • Quarterfinal Opponent: Mali.
  8. Mali (Eagles):
    • Progress: Defeated Burkina Faso 2-1 in the Round of 16.
    • Quarterfinal Opponent: Angola.

These quarterfinal games promise exciting football encounters as teams vie for a place in the semifinals.

The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations competition has already witnessed some surprises and standout performances, and fans can expect more thrilling moments as this countries continue their quest for to win the AFCON title.

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