The tension in Morocco has reached a boiling point! Tonight, Tuesday, January 6, 2026, two of Africa's most decorated giants collide in a "win or go home" Round of 16 showdown. Algeria enters the match with a perfect group stage record, but the "Leopards" of DR Congo have already proven they can take down giants.
With a Quarter-Final spot against the high-flying Nigeria on the line, every second of this match is unmissable. Check the official schedule below so you don't miss a single minute of the action!
Official Match Schedule: Algeria vs. DR Congo
What’s at Stake?
• The Winner: Advances to the Quarter-Finals to face Nigeria on Saturday, January 10.
• The Loser: Packs their bags and heads home in one of the tournament's biggest heartbreaks.
• History on the Line: Algeria is looking to maintain an unbeaten all-time record against DR Congo, while the Leopards are aiming for their first-ever victory over the "Fennecs" to secure a historic upset.
How to Watch Today
The match will be widely available across the continent. In North Africa, beIN Sports will carry the live coverage, while fans in Sub-Saharan Africa can tune in via SuperSport. For those streaming, the CAF TV YouTube channel and local national broadcasters like ENTV (Algeria) and RTNC (DR Congo) will provide live updates.
