With Cameroon seeking their sixth continental title and South Africa looking to build on their recent bronze-medal momentum, the tension in Rabat is at a breaking point. Plus, there's a major subplot: South Africa’s coach, Hugo Broos, is the very man who led Cameroon to their last AFCON glory in 2017. Will he haunt his former team?
Match Schedule: Date & Kick-off Times
Don't miss a second of the action! The match takes place today, Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the Al Medina Stadium (Stade El Barid) in Rabat, Morocco.
| Time Zone | Kick-off Time |
| West Africa Time (WAT) | 8:00 PM (20h00) |
| South Africa Standard Time (SAST) | 9:00 PM (21h00) |
| Local Morocco Time (GMT+1) | 8:00 PM (20h00) |
Quick Match Facts
• Venue: Al Medina Stadium, Rabat, Morocco.
• What's at Stake: A spot in the Quarter-Finals against the winner of Round of 16 Match 3 (Burkina Faso or Ivory Coast).
• Historical Edge: South Africa actually holds a slight historical advantage, with 3 wins to Cameroon’s 1 across all competitions (with 5 draws).
• Last Meeting: The teams played out two 2-2 draws during the 2017 AFCON qualifiers.
Where to Watch
• South Africa: SABC Sport and SuperSport Channel 202.
• Cameroon: CRTV.
• Global: beIN Sports and Canal+.