The race for continental glory and a ticket to the FIFA U-20 World Cup is heating up as the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations enters its decisive knockout phase.

The group stage wrapped up on 9 May 2025, with Egypt and South Africa clinching the final two spots in the quarter-finals.

Egypt, the host nation, edged Tanzania 1-0 in a tightly contested affair to confirm their progression, while South Africa earned a crucial 1-1 draw against Zambia, enough to see the Amajita through on goal difference.

They complete an elite eight that features defending champions Senegal, four-time winners Ghana, tournament debutants Sierra Leone, as well as Nigeria, Tunisia, and Morocco.

Beyond the pursuit of the African crown, the stakes are significantly higher—semi-final qualification guarantees a place at the FIFA U-20 World Cup later this year in Chile.

All quarter-final matches will be played on 12 May 2025, with venues split between Suez and Cairo.

Quarter-final fixtures – 12 May 2025

Nigeria vs Senegal – Suez, 12:00 GMT

Ghana vs Egypt – Suez, 15:00 GMT

South Africa vs DR Congo – Suez, 18:00 GMT

Morocco vs Sierra Leone – Cairo, 15:00 GMT

Semi-Finals – 15 May 2025
Winner QF1 vs Winner QF3 – Suez, 15:00 GMT

Winner QF2 vs Winner QF4 – Cairo, 18:00 GMT

Third place playoff – 18 May 2025

Loser SF1 vs Loser SF2 – Cairo, 15:00 GMT

Final – 18 May 2025
Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2 – Cairo, 18:00 GMT

How to watch

The games will be broadcast live on the following:

• CANAL+
• beIN Sport
• Time Sports
• CAF’s official YouTube channel (CAF TV)