THE WAIT IS OVER: Here’s Exactly When Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso Clash in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16!

The "Battle of West African Neighbors" is finally here! After a grueling group stage, the Elephants of Côte d’Ivoire and the Stallions of Burkina Faso are set for a high-stakes showdown in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

With a spot in the quarter-finals on the line, fans across the globe are asking one question: When and where can I watch? Here is everything you need to know about the match schedule.

Match Schedule & Details

Don't miss a second of the action. Below is the official schedule for this knockout encounter:

EventDetails
MatchCôte d’Ivoire vs. Burkina Faso
TournamentAFCON 2025 (Round of 16)
DateTuesday, January 6, 2026
Kick-off Time19:00 GMT / 20:00 Local Time
VenueGrand Stade de Marrakech, Morocco

Where to Watch Live

If you aren't in Marrakech to see the fireworks in person, you can catch the live broadcast through these official channels:

• United Kingdom: 4seven (Streaming via All 4)

• USA & Canada: beIN SPORTS, FuboTV, and Fanatiz

• Africa: SuperSport and local national broadcasters

• Global: CAF TV (check availability in your region)

What’s at Stake?

This isn't just a game; it’s a rivalry. Côte d’Ivoire comes into this match as the defending champions, having topped Group F after a thrilling 3-2 comeback against Gabon. Meanwhile, Burkina Faso secured their spot after a disciplined performance in Group E.

Historical Edge:

While Côte d’Ivoire holds the historical advantage with 9 wins over Burkina Faso’s 3, the "Stallions" are notorious for their resilience in knockout stages. This is their first-ever AFCON knockout meeting, making it a historic night for West African football.

Pro Tip: Set your reminders now! In knockout football, there are no second chances—if the scores are level after 90 minutes, we head straight to extra time and potentially a heart-stopping penalty shootout.

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