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⏸️ 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.

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.

Ivan Edu Salvador of Equatorial Guinea challenges Ibrahim Blati Toure of Burkina Faso during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON match between Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea at the Mohamed V Stadium in Casablanca





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.

 

 

Saul Coco Bassey of Equatorial Guinea during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON match between Burkina Faso



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:

 





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.


 



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:






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.

 

 

🟢 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.