2023 AFCON Quarterfinal Fixtures, Dates and Predictions

The TotalEnergy-sponsored 2023 AFCON Quarterfinal Fixtures are here. The tournament which is underway in Ivory Coast has reached a fever pitch as eight teams qualify for the 2023 AFCON quarterfinals. In this post, we share with you the 8 quarterfinal final teams, fixes, dates, and predictions.

The 8 Quarterfinal Teams at the 2023 AFCON

Angola, Nigeria, Guinea, South Africa, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Mali, and DR Congo are the top 8 teams to reach the 2023 AFCON quarterfinals.

2023 AFCON Quarterfinal Fixtures

Friday, February 2 Fixtures

Nigeria vs Angola (Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium, Abidjan, 6pm)

DR Congo vs Guinea (Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan, 9pm)

Saturday, February 3 Fixtures

Mali vs Ivory Coast (Stade de la Paix, Bouake, 6pm)

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Cape Verde vs South Africa (Charles Konan Banny Stadium, Yamoussoukro, 89m)

2023 AFCON Quarterfinal Fixtures and Predictions

Friday, February 2:

• Nigeria vs Angola: Nigeria is historically a stronger team and has performed well throughout the tournament. However, Angola’s impressive display against Namibia shows they shouldn’t be underestimated. Home advantage for Angola might also be a factor. Prediction: Nigeria has a slight edge, but it could be a close match.
• DR Congo vs Guinea: Both teams come from dramatic victories in the round of 16. DR Congo’s experience might be slightly more advantageous, but Guinea’s fighting spirit shouldn’t be ignored. Prediction: This is a tough call, but DR Congo might have a narrow advantage.

Saturday, February 3:

• Mali vs Ivory Coast: This is a highly anticipated match between two strong contenders. Ivory Coast has the home advantage and momentum after their penalty shootout win against Senegal. However, Mali shouldn’t be counted out, especially after their convincing victory over Burkina Faso. Prediction: This match is too close to call definitively. Both teams have strong arguments, and it could go either way.
• Cape Verde vs South Africa: Cape Verde has been a surprise package in the tournament, showcasing strong defensive play. South Africa has also been consistent and defensively sound. This could be a low-scoring and tight match. Prediction: Similar to the previous match, this is difficult to predict. Cape Verde’s defensive strategy might edge them slightly ahead.

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The winners of the 2023 AFCON Quater Final Teams Fixtures will clash for the Semi-finals to determine the teams that will play in the finals and the third-place encounter.

Semi-finals fixtures

Wednesday, February 7

Nigeria or Angola vs Winner 4 (Stade de la Paix, Bouake, 6pm)

Winner 3 vs DR Congo or Guinea (Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan, 9pm)

Third place play-off
Saturday, February 10

Loser semi-final 1 vs Loser semi-final 2 (Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium, Abidjan, 9pm)

Final
Sunday, February 11

Winner semi-final 1 vs Winner semi-final 2 (Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan, 9pm)