In the latest developments on the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, the quarter-final matchups have been officially determined, marking a pivotal stage in the competition following the conclusion of the Round of 16 on Tuesday night.
Mali secured their place in the next round with a compelling 2-1 victory over Burkina Faso. Edmond Tapsoba’s early own goal and Lassie Sinayoko’s composed finish propelled Mali to a commanding 2-0 lead, only for Bertrand Traore to narrow the gap with a penalty.
Adding to the tournament’s intrigue, South Africa delivered a stunning upset by defeating the highly-regarded Morocco 2-0. Evidence Makgopa and Teboho Mokoena found the net for the Bafana Bafana, clinching a memorable triumph. Consequently, Mali is set to clash with Ivory Coast, while South Africa is poised to face Cape Verde in the upcoming matches.
In the remaining quarter-final encounters, Nigeria is slated to take on Angola, while Guinea is gearing up to confront DR Congo, promising an electrifying continuation of the football spectacle.
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