Thursday, August 14, 2025, marks a crucial day in the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2025) with two major group A matches in Nairobi, Kenya. At 14:00 GMT, the Moroccan Atlas Lions face Zambia at Nyayo National Stadium. Morocco, the two-time defending champion, must win after a loss to Kenya to hope for qualification. On the other side, Zambia, already eliminated after two defeats, plays to save its honor.
Later, at 17:00 GMT, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo meet at Moi International Sports Centre in an equally intense duel. Angola, with 4 points, can reach the quarterfinals with a victory, while the DRC, former champion, aims to confirm its rise after a draw and a recent win. This clash could reshape the standings in a tight group where three teams still vie for the title.
Alongside the tournament, the African transfer market also experiences strong turbulence. Key African players like Victor Osimhen continue to be the subject of intense negotiations in Europe, notably between Galatasaray and Napoli over a €75 million offer, illustrating African football’s growing appeal on the international stage.
Finally, Madagascar’s Barea have also confirmed their progress in CHAN 2025 by winning 2-0 against the Central African Republic in the second matchday of group B, solidifying their position for the quarterfinals—a surprising highlight of the tournament. These events reflect a dynamic African football scene, rich in sporting stakes and strategic player movements this August 2025.