African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025: Group D Analysis
The African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025, which is a major football tournament for players who play in their country's domestic leagues, is currently underway. This year's edition, co-hosted by Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya from August 2nd to August 30th, is also serving as a test event for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which will be hosted in the same three nations.
Today, August 12th, is a crucial day for Group D as all four teams face off in the second round of matches at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar, which is part of Tanzania's hosting responsibilities.
Group D Match Previews:
Senegal vs. Congo:
This is a critical match for both teams.
Senegal, the defending champions, are coming off a narrow 1-0 victory against Nigeria in their first match. A win today would secure their spot in the quarterfinals.
Congo, having drawn 1-1 with Sudan in their first match, is looking for a win to improve their position and keep their quarterfinal hopes alive.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 14:00 GMT.
Sudan vs. Nigeria:
Both teams are fighting to stay in the tournament.
Sudan's 1-1 draw with Congo in their opening match gives them one point.
Nigeria is currently at the bottom of the group after their 1-0 defeat to Senegal. For the Super Eagles, this match is a "must-win" to have any chance of advancing to the knockout stage.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 17:00 GMT.
