The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is in full swing, and this weekend promises to be a scorcher on StarTimes. With underdogs pulling up shockers, the storylines are as hot as the African sun.
The matches will air on Sports Premium, Sports Life and Beta Sports channels on StarTimes, as well as StarTimes-ON mobile app.
Today, Algeria will face the fierce-looking Burkina Faso team at 3pm. The Desert Foxes of Algeria are hungry for another AFCON title.. They’ll lock horns in a clash that’s sure to be a tactical chess match. Both teams boast passionate fans and a never-say-die attitude, so expect fireworks under the floodlights.
Mauritania and Angola go head-to-head at 6pm on the Sports Premium channel. The Al-Murabitun, despite being underdogs, are eager to prove their mettle on the continental stage. Angola, seasoned with AFCON experience, will be looking to spoil the party.
Tunisia will take on Mali at 9pm. This Group E showdown is a clash of titans, with both teams boasting ambitions to lift the trophy.
The beautiful game continues on Sunday with Morocco’s Atlas Lions facing off against the unpredictable Leopards of DR Congo at 3pm on Sports Premium channel. Both teams are eyeing the knockout stages, so expect a fierce battle for possession and a fight for dominance.
Meanwhile, Zambia, hungry for pride, will square up against Tanzania, aiming to avoid defeat. This match promises attacking flair and a chance for both teams to showcase their skills on the continental stage. The match will air at 6pm on Sports Premium and Sports Life channel.
The last game of the weekend will see South Africa’s Bafana Bafana take on their neighbours, the spirited Brave Warriors of Namibia at 9pm on Sports Premium channel on StarTimes.
