What's happened
South Africa's Bafana Bafana team secures a 2-0 victory over Morocco, advancing to the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations. Cape Verde also advances with a 1-0 win over Mauritania. Morocco, Angola, and Mauritania secure wins in their respective matches, progressing in the tournament.
Why it matters
The Africa Cup of Nations results are significant as they determine which teams advance in the tournament. South Africa's victory over Morocco and Cape Verde's win over Mauritania are crucial in deciding the quarter-finalists. The unexpected defeat of 2019 champions Algeria by Mauritania adds an element of surprise to the competition.
What the papers say
The Independent reports on South Africa's victory over Morocco, highlighting the late penalty scare faced by Morocco. The Guardian covers Mauritania's historic win over Algeria, knocking out the 2019 champions from the Africa Cup of Nations. France 24 provides details on Angola's victory over Mauritania in the group stage.
How we got here
The Africa Cup of Nations is a prestigious tournament featuring top African national teams competing for the continental title. The matches are highly competitive, with teams showcasing their skills and determination to progress in the tournament. Each game is crucial in determining which teams advance to the next stage and ultimately compete for the championship.
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