2025 Women’s AFCON: Quarterfinals – Schedule and Results

After an intense group stage, the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)—hosted in Morocco—has entered its knockout phase. Here’s a complete breakdown of the quarterfinal matches held on July 18 and 19, 2025.

Friday, July 18

Nigeria vs. Zambia

A commanding performance by Nigeria: 5–0

Morocco vs. Mali
The Atlas Lionesses triumph at home: 3–1

Saturday, July 19

Algeria vs. Ghana
Scheduled for 6 PM GMT (7 PM local time) – result pending.

South Africa vs. Senegal
Scheduled for 9 PM GMT (10 PM local time) – result pending.

Nigeria, with a record 11 titles, continues their flawless run—undefeated and without conceding a goal in the tournament so far.

Morocco, led by star striker Ibtissam Jraïdi, fed off the energy of their home crowd to seal a strong victory.

Algeria is making history, reaching the quarterfinals for the first time, boasting a solid defense with zero goals conceded so far.

South Africa (defending champions) are favored to overcome Senegal, who have had an inconsistent tournament run.

What’s Next: Semifinals Outlook

With the first two quarterfinals completed, the semifinals are shaping up as follows:

Semifinal 1 – July 22 at 6 PM GMT: Nigeria vs. Winner of South Africa vs. Senegal

Semifinal 2 – July 22 at 9 PM GMT: Morocco vs. Winner of Algeria vs. Ghana

The final will be played on Saturday, July 26, at a stadium yet to be announced.

The quarterfinals have confirmed Nigeria’s dominance and Morocco’s ambition. Algeria’s historic run and the upcoming clash between South Africa and Senegal promise high drama. The tournament is heading into its decisive stage, and all eyes are now on who will lift the 2025 Women’s AFCON trophy.