Quarterfinals Fixtures Friday, 22 August 2025 Kenya v Madagascar – 17:00, Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi Tanzania v Morocco – 20:00, Benjamin Mkapa Stadium, Dar es Salaam Saturday, August 23 Sudan v Algeria – 17:00, Amaan Stadium, Zanzibar City Uganda v Senegal – 20:00, Mandela National Stadium, Kampala The African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 has reached the knockout phase, with the quarter-final fixtures set to kick off Friday, August 22, after tangible final matches of group stages which concluded on Tuesday night. For the first time in CAF history, a major competition is being co-hosted by three nations — Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda — and all three will feature in the last eight, ensuring the festival of football continues to attract huge crowds in the stadiums. The co-hosts’ collective progress has added further weight to the tournament’s as East Africa prepares for another round of capacity stadiums and fervent support. Debutants Kenya lead Group A Kenya’s Harambee Stars have been one of the stories of the tournament since day one of the event, defying expectations in their debut in CHAN campaign to finish top of Group A. Ryan Ogam’s late winner against Zambia sealed a 1-0 victory and confirmed their place at the summit with 10 points. Benni McCarthy’s men conceded only once in four matches, underlining their defensive discipline and so far best defense in the tourney. They now remain in Nairobi to face Madagascar on Friday at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani. With home support behind them and momentum on their side, Kenya have quickly evolved from underdogs to dark horses. Tanzania top Group B Tanzania’s Taifa Stars also finished top, claiming 10 points from Group B. They impressed with three wins and a draw, showcasing attacking flair and consistency for the tournament. Their only slip came in a dead rubber against the Central African Republic. They will face Morocco on Friday in Dar es Salaam, in what promises to be one of the toughest ties of the round. The Atlas Lions, two-time CHAN winners, advanced as runners-up in Group A behind Kenya. Uganda end jinx Previously, Uganda had never passed the group stage, Tanzania had stumbled twice, and Kenya were tournament debutants. After six failed attempts to progress from group stages, Uganda finally reached the CHAN quarter-finals for the very first time which is history for the Cranes. Their dramatic and an impressive show in 3-3 draw against South Africa in Kampala was enough to secure top spot in Group C with seven points. Cranes came from behind to make it 3-all draw. Rogers Torach’s stoppage-time penalty sparked jubilant celebrations at the Mandela National Stadium. Uganda will play Senegal on Saturday night, a clash that is expected to draw one of the tournament’s biggest attendances. Sudan lead Group D in Zanzibar In Zanzibar, Sudan and Senegal played out a tense 0-0 draw that sent both through from Group D. Sudan, unbeaten under Kwesi Appiah, topped the pool on goal difference, while champions Senegal settled for second. Sudan will remain in Zanzibar to meet Algeria on Saturday afternoon, while Senegal head to Kampala for their quarter-final showdown with Uganda which is one of the most entertainment matches in the tournament. For the first time in a CAF competition, three co-hosts — Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda — have all advanced to the quarter-finals, sending a powerful message of unity and ambition across East Africa. The co-hosts of the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 – have each secured quarter-final berths, a collective achievement that has gripped East Africa and ignited passionate home support across the region.
