South Africa survived a scare from Zimbabwe to seal their place in the 2025 Afcon knockout stages, joining Group B winners Egypt following a thrilling climax.
Bafana Bafana dominated the early stages and took a seventh-minute lead through Tshepang Moremi’s deflected strike, only for a stunning individual effort from Tawanda Maswanhise to draw Zimbabwe level.
A defensive catastrophe allowed Burnley striker Lyle Foster to re-establish South Africa’s lead before defender Aubrey Modiba fell victim to a freak own goal, once again cancelling out their lead.
But after Marvelous Nakamba’s mindless handball in the box gifted South Africa another chance to go ahead, Oswin Appollis converted from the spot to ultimately prove the difference, securing safe passage for Hugo Broos’ side.
Egypt, who had already qualified for the last 16, rested the likes of Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush for their group finale with Angola, one which ended in a goalless draw.
Follow all the latest updates in our blog below:
Afcon 2025 LIVE
- South Africa seal place in round of 16 in thrilling 3-2 win over Zimbabwe
- Bafana Bafana join Group B winners Egypt who played out a goalless draw with Angola
- 82' GOAL! Appollis converts from the spot after mindless Nakamba handball [ZIM 2-3 RSA]
- 74' GOAL! Modiba falls victim to freak own goal as Bafana Bafana pegged back again [ZIM 2-2 RSA]
- 50' GOAL! Foster capitalises on defensive disaster from Zimbabwe [ZIM 1-2 RSA]
- 19' GOAL! Stunning individual goal from Maswanhise gives Zimbabwe shock leveller [ZIM 1-1 RSA]
- 7' GOAL! Moremi shot takes wicked deflection to beat Arubi [ZIM 0-1 RSA]
- TEAM NEWS: Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush rested for Egypt
Report: South Africa survive Zimbabwe scare to join Egypt into Afcon knockouts
20:00 , Will CastleA late Oswin Appollis penalty fired South Africa to a 3-2 victory over Zimbabwe and into the knockout stages at the Africa Cup of Nations.
South Africa went ahead through Tshepang Moremi's deflected shot which wrong-footed goalkeeper Washington Arubi as it looped into the net, before Zimbabwe equalised when Tawanda Maswanhise skipped past two defenders and lashed the ball home.
Lyle Foster restored the lead early in the second half with a header over the advancing Arubi, but after Ronwen Williams saved Maswanhise's effort Aubrey Modiba turned the rebound into his own net to draw Zimbabwe level again.
But seven minutes from time, when Marvelous Nakamba was adjudged to have handled in the penalty area, Appollis tucked away the spot-kick to book their passage through and send Zimbabwe home.
Here’s what went down as Group B reached its climax:
South Africa survive Zimbabwe scare to join Egypt into Afcon knockouts
Mohamed Salah left to watch on
19:45 , Will CastleMohamed Salah found himself in an increasingly familiar situation as he started for the Pharaohs on the bench today - but the circumstances were of course quite different to the drama involving the winger at Liverpool.
Egypt were already through to the round of 16 and Salah, who has scored the winner in both group games for his country, has been given a rest. At least we think that’s what has happened.
Keep your eyes peeled on the Adrar Stadium mixed zone...
South Africa become fourth team to book place in Afcon knockouts
19:30 , Will CastleSouth Africa have joined Egypt, Nigeria and Algeria as the first four teams to seal their place in the Afcon last 16.
Four teams who all have a realistic shot at lifting the big prize.
Round of 16 | Spot 04. 🇿🇦
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 29, 2025
South Africa qualify for the next round of the #TotalEnergiesAFCON2025! 🌟 pic.twitter.com/rfrpxGctnj
Angola's Fredy and South Africa's Oswin Appollis get man of the match awards
19:15 , Will CastleScoring the winner! Oswin Appollis is the TotalEnergies Man of the Match. 🇿🇦🌟#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 | @Football2Gether pic.twitter.com/EYHz97q82R
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 29, 2025
Another standout performance, another TotalEnergies Man of the Match for Fredy. 🌟🇦🇴#TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 | @Football2Gether pic.twitter.com/ILKpk25psZ
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) December 29, 2025
Still to play tonight
19:00 , Will CastleGroup B has reached its climax, now it’s the turn of Group A.
There are still two more Afcon fixtures to be played out this evening, with both just getting underway now.
We’re sticking with reaction from Marrakesh and Agadir, but here’s how you can watch both games:
19:00: Zambia v Morocco, 4Seven / Channel 4 Streaming
19:00: Comoros v Mali, Channel 4 Sport YouTube
South Africa survive Zimbabwe scare
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Group B's final standings
18:30 , Will Castle1st: Egypt - 7 points, +2 GD
2nd: South Africa - 6 points, +1 GD
3rd: Angola - 2 point, -1 GD
4th: Zimbabwe - 1 point, -2 GD
South Africa join Egypt in Afcon knockouts with thrilling win over Zimbabwe
18:12 , Will CastleSouth Africa survived a scare from Zimbabwe to seal their place in the 2025 Afcon knockout stages, joining Group B winners Egypt following a thrilling climax.
Bafana Bafana dominated the early stages and took a seventh-minute lead through Tshepang Moremi’s deflected strike, only for a stunning individual effort from Tawanda Maswanhise to draw Zimbabwe level.
A defensive catastrophe allowed Burnley striker Lyle Foster to re-establish South Africa’s lead before defender Aubrey Modiba fell victim to a freak own goal, once again cancelling out their lead.
But after Marvelous Nakamba’s mindless handball in the box gifted South Africa another chance to go ahead, Oswin Appollis converted from the spot to ultimately prove the difference, securing safe passage for Hugo Broos’ side.
Egypt, who had already qualified for the last 16, rested the likes of Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush for their group finale with Angola, one which ended in a goalless draw.
FULL-TIME! Zimbabwe 2-3 South Africa
17:57 , Will CastleSouth Africa seal their place in the knockouts!
Zimbabwe did not make that easy for Bafana Bafana. What a climax to Group B.
FULL-TIME! Angola 0-0 Egypt
17:56 , Will CastleIt’s all over in Agadir. Egypt finish top of Group B.
Moments away from confirming South Africa’s second-place finish.
Zimbabwe 2-3 South Africa
17:56 , Will Castle90+6 mins: South Africa break after Zimbabwe lose the ball on halfway, with Nkota left on his own to sprint towards the box.
He’s smothered by the Zimbabwe body in his way, who clears and gives the Warriors maybe one more chance to attack.
Zimbabwe 2-3 South Africa
17:54 , Will Castle90+5 mins: South Africa have a corner and they’re taking their time, unsurprisingly.
Zimbabwe 2-3 South Africa
17:52 , Will Castle90+3 mins: Williams comes out to punch a dangerous Zimbabwe cross and is hurt in the process.
The Warriors are throwing everything at this.
Angola 0-0 Egypt
17:51 , Will CastleSix minutes have been added on in Agadir.
Angola have just had a penalty appeal waved away. This is tense.
Zimbabwe 2-3 South Africa
17:50 , Will Castle90+1 mins: SEVEN minutes added on.
It’s a lot of time for Zimbabwe to do something, but if South Africa are to concede, they’d need Angola to also score in the other game to drop out of the top two.
Zimbabwe 2-3 South Africa
17:49 , Will Castle89 mins: CHANCE! A flash at goal for Zimbabwe as Maswanhise fires a volley in the box, but it’s a huge block from a South Africa body to keep the ball away from Williams’ goal.
Group B state of play
17:46 , Will CastleFive minutes to go in both games. South Africa lead Zimbabwe, while it’s goalless between Egypt and Angola.
1st: Egypt - 7 points, +2 GD
2nd: South Africa - 6 points, +1 GD
3rd: Angola - 2 point, -1 GD
4th: Zimbabwe - 1 point, -1 GD
Zimbabwe 2-3 South Africa
17:43 , Will Castle84 mins: SAVE! The action does not let up!
Bonne breaks in behind and forces a huge stop out of Williams to prevent Zimbabwe from equalising for a third time.
GOAL! Zimbabwe 2-3 South Africa (Appollis, 82')
17:41 , Will CastleAppollis steps up... and sends the keeper the wrong way!
This time, that should be enough for Bafana Bafana.
PENALTY! Zimbabwe 2-2 South Africa
17:40 , Will Castle81 mins: Spot-kick. Stonewall. What is Nakamba doing?
Zimbabwe 2-2 South Africa
17:40 , Will Castle80 mins: Well, this is a huge moment.
An effort from range seems to be deflected wide by the head of Nakamba, but replays show that it comes off the arm of the Zimbabwe skipper.
The referee has been called to the monitor. South Africa are about to get a penalty.
Angola 0-0 Egypt
17:37 , Will CastleStill goalless in Marrakesh. We picked the right game to cover.
Zimbabwe 2-2 South Africa
17:37 , Will Castle78 mins: The chances are coming for Zimbabwe. Deliveries into the box are causing panic and South Africa are clinging on.
A reminder that Zimbabwe would leapfrog Bafana Bafana if they can pull of the win.
GOAL! Zimbabwe 2-2 South Africa (Modiba OG, 74')
17:33 , Will CastleTalk about a live blogger’s curse! AND TALK ABOUT A FREAK OWN GOAL!
Zimbabwe break in behind and while Williams is able to save the initial shot, his block ricochets off the shoulder of Modiba and flies into his own net!
Nightmare stuff. Group B is still finely poised.
Zimbabwe 1-2 South Africa
17:32 , Will Castle73 mins: Another change for South Africa as Foster makes way for Makgopa.
The Burnley man has an assist and a goal to his name. He may have done enough to see South Africa into the round of 16.
Zimbabwe 1-2 South Africa
17:27 , Will Castle68 mins: Mokoena goes for the long-range spectacular and hits it well but it’s straight down the throat of Arubi. Easily saved.
Zimbabwe 1-2 South Africa
17:25 , Will Castle64 mins: OFF THE POST! Nearly a second equaliser for Zimbabwe, and it’s Maswanhise once again!
He fires from the outside of the box but his effort hits the bottom of the far post and bounces away.
South Africa then break away in a frantic passage of play and Arubi is forced to come out to smother an inviting cross into his box.
Angola 0-0 Egypt
17:23 , Will CastleWe are past the hour mark and Egypt are still goalless with Angola.
Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush remain in reserve, but only one will be able to come on - the Pharaohs have already used four of their subs.
Even with South Africa leading, Egypt remain top of the group. That could change if Bafana Bafana run away with it in Marrakesh.
Zimbabwe 1-2 South Africa
17:18 , Will Castle57 mins: SAVE! Arubi didn’t cover himself in glory for the goal, but he did well there to get down and deny Appollis’ snap shot.
GOAL! Zimbabwe 1-2 South Africa (Foster, 50')
17:09 , Will CastleIt’s an absolute CATASTROPHE at the back for Zimbabwe!
Lunga’s looping header back to the keeper doesn’t have enough on it to make it easy for his goalkeeper, and as Foster contests with Arubi, he heads it beyond the keeper and into the net.
You’d think in a jumping match between Foster’s head and Arubi’s fist, the goalkeeper would win. He has to do better there.
Zimbabwe 1-1 South Africa
17:08 , Will Castle47 mins: There has been a change to make a note of for South Africa, who of course need a win to guarantee their qualification.
Sithole has been replaced by Aubaas.
BACK UNDERWAY! Zimbabwe 1-1 South Africa
17:05 , Will CastleAnd we’re off again in Marrakesh.
Here come the teams
17:03 , Will CastleThe second halves of both Group B games are about to get going. It’s all to play for!
How Group B looks at half-time
16:56 , Will CastleHow things can change in 45 minutes...
1st: Egypt - 7 points, +2 GD
2nd: South Africa - 4 points, 0 GD
3rd: Angola - 2 point, -1 GD
4th: Zimbabwe - 2 point, -1 GD
Egypt clash still goalless with Angola threatening
16:55 , Will Castle
South Africa still have work to do against Zimbabwe
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HALF-TIME! Zimbabwe 1-1 South Africa
16:50 , Will CastleIt’s all square at the break in Marrakesh - and talk about a half of two halves!
South Africa dominated the early stages and took the lead through a freak deflected goal that came from Moremi’s shot.
However, Zimbabwe pegged them back on 19 minutes through a fantastic solo effort by Maswanhise and have arguably been the better team since.
Egypt’s clash with Angola is goalless at the break.
Zimbabwe 1-1 South Africa
16:46 , Will Castle45+1 mins: Three minutes added on in Marrakesh.
Angola 0-0 Egypt
16:45 , Will CastleAngola with their best chance of the game!
It’s a sensational one-two with Mabululu that sets Banza away, but with just the goalkeeper to beat he fires wide.
Angola have been the better of the two sides - can they capitalise on Egypt’s mass-rotation?
Half-time is approaching in both Group B games.
Zimbabwe 1-1 South Africa
16:42 , Will Castle40 mins: Mbule stings the gloves of Arubi with a wicked dipping shot - the Zimbabwe goalkeeper does well to read the flight of the ball and get a goal-saving hand to it.
Angola 0-0 Egypt
16:41 , Will CastleAnother half-chance for Angola as Mabululu sees his effort from the centre of the box is scuffed and collected by Shobeir. This comes after Benu missed a header from the right side of the six-yard box.
The chances are coming, just no goals yet in Agadir.
Zimbabwe 1-1 South Africa
16:37 , Will Castle36 mins: After what has been a bit of scare from Zimbabwe, South Africa are trying to regain control of this game.
A corner is whipped in for Bafana Bafana that causes pinball panic in the Warriors box, but it’s eventually cleared.
This one has slowed down a tad after a frantic first 20 minutes.
Zimbabwe 1-1 South Africa
16:31 , Will Castle29 mins: CHANCE! It’s another massive chance that comes Zimbabwe’s way!
Fabisch whips a free-kick onto the head of Garananga at the back post, who is unmarked, but the defender can’t get his effort on target from close range.
A huge let off for Bafana Bafana.
Angola 0-0 Egypt
16:24 , Will CastleEgypt’s turn to have a big opportunity at breaking the deadlock as a Pharaohs head meets a stunning bicycle-kick cross, but the effort goes well over.
GOAL! Zimbabwe 1-1 South Africa (Maswanhise, 19')
16:20 , Will CastleWOW! It’s individual brilliance from Maswanhise and Zimbabwe have produced a goal out of nothing!
He sends his first man with the cut-back before dancing past two more green shirts and firing into the far corner.
Zimbabwe are level - a spanner in the works for Bafana Bafana!
Zimbabwe 0-1 South Africa
16:17 , Will Castle16 mins: CHANCE! Golden opportunity for South Africa to double their lead as an unmarked Sithole meets the cross at the back post but can only head over.
Angola 0-0 Egypt
16:13 , Will CastleIt’s goalless after 10 minutes in Agadir but Angola just had a golden chance to break the deadlock.
Gaspar runs onto a dangerous low cross in the centre of the box but gets under the shot, firing high and wide.
GOAL! Zimbabwe 0-1 South Africa (Moremi, 7')
16:09 , Will CastleThe perfect start for South Africa!
Bafana Bafana comes forward again and as Moremi shoots goalwards, it takes a wicked deflection off Lunga and bounces fortuitously over the goalkeeper before hitting the net.
Just like in yesterday’s clash between Cameroon and Ivory Coast, it’s a freak goal that makes the difference.
Zimbabwe 0-0 South Africa
16:07 , Will Castle6 mins: SAVE! A strong hand from Arubi denies the snap-shot of Appollis!
The Zimbabwe stopper gets down really well and produces a smart stop, just preventing the ball from getting over the line.
Zimbabwe 0-0 South Africa
16:02 , Will Castle1 min: Early opening for South Africa as it’s worked to Mbule, who dribbles into the box before shooting wide.
Bright start by Bafana Bafana.
KICK-OFF! Zimbabwe 0-0 South Africa
16:01 , Will CastleWe are underway in Marrakesh - as is the game in Agadir.
The teams are out
15:57 , Will CastleThe teams are out in Marrakesh and Agadir for the anthems.
We’ll be covering the high-stakes Group B game of the two in Zimbabwe vs South Africa - but we’ll be sure to bring you any major updates from Angola vs Egypt!
Who are already through to the last 16?
15:52 , Will CastleAfter two rounds of games, only three teams - Nigeria, Egypt and Algeria - have secured qualification for the knockout stage.
South Africa will be vying to join the Pharaohs from Group B as they take on Zimbabwe, while Egypt will hope to do the business against Angola to keep hold of top spot.
We’ll have all the action up next!
Why has the Africa Cup of Nations taken place over Christmas?
15:40 , Will CastleThe Africa Cup of Nations kicked off in Morocco on Sunday 21 December, with the final at the Prince Moulay Abdallah Stadium in Rabat to be played on Sunday 18 January - far earlier than when held at this time of the calendar than in previous years.
The 35th edition of the biennial tournament was initially set to be played in July and August 2025, in order to reduce disruption with the European football season.
But the timing of the Africa Cup of Nations is, once again, a talking point - which is unfair to the tournament itself as it becomes squeezed by club football’s endless expansion.
The Africa Cup of Nations was moved to begin in December in order to make room for the expanded Club World Cup, which featured 32 teams for the first time and took place in the United States between June and July earlier this year.
On the other side, the conclusion of the new Champions League league phase in January, which features an additional two matches, forced an earlier start to Afcon and for the tournament to be played over Christmas and the New Year period for the first time.
Why is the Africa Cup of Nations taking place over Christmas?
What other games are on today?
15:28 , Will CastleElsewhere at Afcon today, Group A will reach its climax in the later kick-offs.
Fourth-place Comoros face second-place Mali, with the former knowing they’ll need a win to have any chance of qualifying for the round of 16.
Meanwhile, Zambia clash with tournament hosts and group leaders Morocco, who are one of the favourites to win the entire competition.
Both games kick off at 7pm GMT.
Mohamed Salah dropped for Egypt
15:24 , Will CastleCue gasps.
Mohamed Salah finds himself in an increasingly familiar situation as he starts for the Pharaohs on the bench today - but the circumstances are of course quite different to the drama involving the winger at Liverpool.
Egypt are through to the round of 16 and Salah, who has scored the winner in both group games for his country, has been given a rest. At least we think that’s what has happened.
Maybe we’ll see him in the mixed zone later...
Key Afcon dates
15:19 , Will CastleWhile progression is the main priority for three of the four teams competing today, Afcon contenders Egypt and South Africa will surely have an eye towards the latter stages of the competition as they looked to lift the elusive golden trophy.
Sunday 4 January and Monday 5 January will be when the Pharaohs and potentially two other Group B teams play their round of 16 ties, beginning the knockout phase of their Afcon campaign.
That’ll culminate on Sunday 18 January, when Rabat hosts the Afcon final at Morocco’s newly-renovated Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah.
Zimbabwe vs South Africa team news
15:14 , Will CastleAs expected, more or less full strength from both sides. South Africa still have work to do to qualify, while Zimbabwe will need to be at their best to cause a shock to next year’s World Cup participants.
Zimbabwe XI: Arubi; Galloway, Takwara, Garananga; Fabisch, Antonio, Nakamba, Msendami, Lunga; Dube, Maswanhise.
South Africa XI: Williams; Mudau, Ngezana, Mbokazi, Modiba; Mokoena, Sithole; Appollis, Mbule, Moremi; Foster.
Angola vs Egypt team news
15:10 , Will CastleWith Egypt already through, Pharaohs boss Hosssam Hassan has made the bold decision to rotate heavily, resting the likes of Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush.
Angola XI: Marques; Modesto, Gaspar, Carmo, Fortuna; Maestro, Mukendi, Fredy; Luvumbo, Mabululu, Banza.
Egypt XI: Shobeir; Eid, Abdelmaguid, Sobhi, Aboul-Fetouh; Saber, Ismail, Lasheen; Mohsen, Adel, Mohamed.
Team news coming up
14:59 , Will CastleWe’ll have confirmed team news from both of today’s games anytime from 3pm, so stay tuned!
Angola vs Egypt: Players to watch
14:54 , Will CastleAfcon’s most successful side Egypt are already into the knockouts but will be looking for an assured performance against Angola to ensure top spot.
The Pharaohs boast some of the best attacking players on the continent, with Liverpool superstar and captain Mohamed Salah their poster boy. He has already proved the difference in both games so far, coming up with a late winner against Zimbabwe before scoring the decisive penalty against South Africa. He is supported by Omar Marmoush of Manchester City in a blockbuster attack, while former Aston Villa winger Trezeguet can also do damage.
Lyon defender Clinton Mata is Angola’s prized commodity and will be tasked with thwarting Egypt’s powerful front line this afternoon. Up top, Gelson Dala is in fine scoring form after his goal against Zimbabwe, now joint-third with Manucho in the country’s all-time scoring ranks.
Zimbabwe vs South Africa: Players to watch
14:45 , Will CastleSouth Africa are in their best period for over a decade and are staring down the barrel of their first World Cup in 15 years next summer, having not competed at the tournament’s finals since hosting in 2010.
Burnley striker Lyle Foster has been Bafana Bafana’s dangerman in recent times and despite a quiet outing against Egypt, he will be the man to watch against Zimbabwe. Vice-captain Teboho Mokoena, who starred for Mamelodi Sundowns at the Club World Cup last summer, will meanwhile look to control midfield.
Zimbabwe will lean on the leadership of their captain Marvelous Nakamba, who has Premier League experience under his belt at Aston Villa and Luton Town. Knowledge Musona will also have a spring in his step after moving joint-second with Adam Ndlovu in the nation’s all-time scoring chart with his equaliser against Angola. One of their more notable names, Wolves man Marshall Munetsi, was omitted from the Warriors’ Afcon squad over an injury - something that has been disputed by the player.
When Group B's heavyweights met
14:32 , Will CastleEgypt took control of Group B when the Pharaohs met South Africa last time out, with Mohamed Salah’s first-half penalty propelling 10-man Egypt to a 1-0 win over South Africa.
The result saw them become the first team into the knockout stages of the competition, leaving Bafana Bafana in a precarious position going into the third group game.
Here’s how it went down:
South Africa appeal late penalty as Salah sends Egypt through to Afcon knockouts
Last night: Ivory Coast and Cameroon share spoils in clash of Afcon heavyweights after freak own goal
14:20 , Will CastleManchester United's Amad Diallo was on target but Cameroon hit back to hold Ivory Coast to a 1-1 draw in their Africa Cup of Nations clash in Marrakesh.
Amad put Ivory Coast ahead after 51 minutes of the Group F encounter when he raced onto a long ball from deep and curled in a shot from the edge of the area.
The lead lasted just five minutes as Junior Tchamadeu's shot took a wicked deflection off Ghislain Konan and looped into the net.
Here’s a full rundown of yesterday’s action:
Ivory Coast and Cameroon share spoils in clash of Afcon heavyweights
What is the state of play in Group B?
14:08 , Will CastleIt’s all still to play for in Group B.
The game to watch will be between Zimbabwe and South Africa. Bafana Bafana are in second place on three points and still have work to do to ensure their place in the round of 16, knowing a win guarantees progression.
Zimbabwe aren’t out of this yet, however, and could leapfrog South Africa with a shock win of their own. With a point to their name, they’re in the same spot as Angola, who will need to beat seven-time winners Egypt and hope Zimbabwe draw with South Africa to leap into the top two.
Egypt have already booked their ticket into the knockouts after Mohamed Salah’s penalty helped them beat South Africa last time out, but top spot is not yet secured. Should Bafana Bafana rack up the goals against Zimbabwe and Egypt lose, they’ll top the group and get a more favourable draw.
Here’s how Group B looks going into the third and final matchday:
1st: Egypt - 6 points, +2 GD
2nd: South Africa - 3 points, 0 GD
3rd: Angola - 1 point, -1 GD
4th: Zimbabwe - 1 point, -1 GD
How to watch every Afcon match for free on TV and online
13:55 , Will CastleThe Africa Cup of Nations is back and every game will be available to watch in the United Kingdom across Channel 4.
The broadcaster has secured exclusive rights to the 24-team tournament and will show every game on Channel 4, E4 or 4Seven, or online on Channel 4’s streaming service.
Here’s where you can watch today’s Group B games:
Angola v Egypt: 4Seven / Channel 4 Streaming
When are today's matches in Group B?
13:42 , Will CastleWith Group B reaching its climax this afternoon, both games will be played at the same time which will no doubt ensure maximum drama.
Both contests kick off at 4pm GMT, with Angola vs Egypt held at the Stade d’Agadir while Zimbabwe vs South Africa takes place at the Stade de Marrakech.
Afcon 2025 LIVE!
13:30 , Will CastleSouth Africa will look to seal their place in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage as they take on Zimbabwe in their Group B decider, while Mohamed Salah is in action for group leaders Egypt in their clash with Angola.
Bafana Bafana still have work to do after a Salah penalty proved the difference in their last outing against Egypt, a win which ensured the Pharaohs' place in the round of 16.
Currently on three points, South Africa will need a win against Zimbabwe to guarantee the continuation of their 2025 Afcon journey. But with Zimbabwe going into the match on one point after drawing with Angola, the Warriors could pull off one of the early shocks of the tournament by sending a tournament favourite packing.
Salah’s Egypt will be in action at the same time as the clash in Marrakesh, with the eight-time winners hoping to hold off Angola in their bid to keep top spot.
Good afternoon
13:19 , Will CastleHello and welcome to The Independent’s live coverage of Afcon 2025 as Group B reaches its exciting climax.
South Africa take on Zimbabwe knowing they need victory to guarantee their place in the round of 16, while Mohamed Salah is back in action as Egypt - who are already through - face Angola.
We’ll have all the latest team news, build-up and match action from the games, right here.
