Africa Cup of Nations - AFCON 2025: Ivory Coast and Algeria book last quarter-final spots

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Ivory Coast and Algeria secure spots in last quarter-final of Africa Cup of Nations.

In a tightly contested match, Ivory Coast thrashed Burkina Faso 3-0 in Marrakesh, setting up a quarter-final clash against Egypt. The Elephants dominated the game with their strong attacking play, leaving little room for error for the Burkinabe team.

Meanwhile, Algeria edged out DR Congo in a penalty shootout after the match had ended goalless at full-time. Young forward Adil Boulbina scored in the 119th minute to level the score and force extra time, before Algeria eventually took their spot kicks to secure a quarter-final spot.

With most of the favourites having booked their spots for the quarter finals, there is debate over whether a new tier has formed in African football. Some argue that this could be a positive change for the continent, as it allows less experienced teams to compete against more established nations and brings new levels of excitement to the tournament.

However, others believe that this trend may lead to greater favouritism towards top-ranked teams, potentially altering the dynamics of the competition. With the Africa Cup of Nations approaching its quarter-final stage, these questions will continue to be debated by football fans and pundits alike.
 
omg u gotta think about it tho...if we got more tier 1 vs tier 2 matches then cant say its not all about the money lol 🤑🏆 but on the other hand if its creating a new level of competition between top teams and newer ones then that's defo gonna make africa cup even more lit 🔥💨
 
OMG 🤯 I'm so stoked to see Ivory Coast and Algeria making it to the quarter finals! 🎉 It's like, totally awesome that new teams are breaking through and giving their all against the top dogs 💪. But at the same time, can't we just appreciate the excitement of the tournament without worrying about the favourites getting a free pass? 😏 Let's keep it positive and support our underdog heroes, 'kay? 🤗
 
I'm loving how things are heating up in the AFCON! 🤩 Ivory Coast's thrashing of Burkina Faso is a huge statement, and I think they've got a solid shot at taking it all the way. Algeria's win over DR Congo was super nail-biting, especially with that last-minute equalizer... Adil Boulbina must be a star in the making! 😎 The debate about whether this new tier of competition is good or bad is totally fair, though. On one hand, it's awesome to see less-experienced teams giving established nations a run for their money. But on the other hand, you don't want the top dogs getting too comfortable and coasting through to the final. Either way, I'm hyped to see what the rest of the tournament has in store! 🏆
 
.. I'm loving how the Africa Cup of Nations is getting more exciting! These young guns from Ivory Coast and Algeria are giving those bigger teams a run for their money 🤯. I mean, it's not easy to go up against Egypt or any other top team in the tournament, but they're proving themselves to be serious contenders.

And you know what's even better? The underdog stories! Like that Adil Boulbina kid from Algeria - he's like a real-life football hero! 💪 I'm loving how this is bringing new energy to the tournament. It's not just about the big teams anymore, it's about the little guys making a statement too.

But at the same time, you gotta wonder if the bigger teams are gonna start getting complacent with all these upsets 🤔. Either way, I'm hyped for the quarter-finals! It's gonna be intense 😅.
 
I'm loving how the African Cup of Nations is heating up! 🏆 The new tier system is bringing some really exciting matchups, and it's awesome to see less experienced teams giving top-ranked nations a run for their money. 🤩 But at the same time, I get why people are worried that this could lead to more favouritism towards the established powers. It's like, yeah, we want to see new teams compete against the best, but we also don't want it to become too predictable. Can't wait to see how the quarter-finals play out! 🎉
 
👏 I'm loving the drama in the Africa Cup of Nations! That Ivory Coast team is on fire right now 🔥💪 And Algeria's young forward Adil Boulbina just gave me chills 🤩 His equalizer was insane! The fact that it's creating a new tier in African football with less experienced teams is SO exciting 😃 I mean, who doesn't love an underdog story? But at the same time, we gotta wonder if top-ranked teams will start to favor themselves too much 🤔 Either way, it's gonna be a wild ride for the quarter finals! Bring on the excitement! 💥
 
I'm getting so sick of these tournaments favoring the big boys 🙄. First off, Ivory Coast just thrashed Burkina Faso 3-0? That's not even a challenge anymore 😴. And Algeria having to go through a penalty shootout against DR Congo? Come on, can't they play a full game without needing their kicks? 💔

And don't even get me started on the whole "new tier" thing 🤯. I mean, sure, it's cool for the underdogs to get some spotlight, but at the end of the day, isn't this just going to make it easier for the top teams to win and collect all those trophies? 🏆 It feels like they're just watering down the competition so they can keep on collecting their prizes without actually having to break a sweat 💦.
 
OMG u think algeria's chances in the qtr finals r high now lol 🤣 they beat DR Congo on pens after a 0-0 draw? that's crazy! 🙅‍♂️ Ivory coast is lookin strong tho, they thrashed burkina faso 3-0 w/ ease 💪 and now they're facin egypt in the next round... that's gonna be a tough 1 😬
 
The African Cup of Nations is heating up! 🏆 I'm loving this new vibe where less experienced teams are giving top-ranked nations a run for their money. It's not only making the tournament more unpredictable, but it's also bringing fresh energy to the competition 💥. Let's hope that this newfound competitiveness doesn't lead to an overemphasis on established powerhouses, though. We want to see some new talent break through and make their mark 🤞. Algeria vs Ivory Coast is gonna be a thrilling quarter-final matchup! 😁
 
idk about these new tier theories... i mean, if it brings more excitement to the tournament that's defo a good thing. less experienced teams can give top-ranked nations a run for their money and make the competition more unpredictable. plus, who doesn't love underdogs making history? 🤩 however, it's also possible that this trend could lead to some teams getting a bit too comfortable against weaker opponents... which would kinda ruin the fun 😐 still, i'm hyped to see how things play out in the quarter-finals! 🏆
 
🤔 still can't wrap me head around how Algeria even made it this far lol... Adil Boulbina's goal was insane! 🏃‍♂️ that penalty shootout was intense tho, i'm not sure who came out on top in the end, but i know Algeria deserved their spot. ⚽️ think what's gonna happen when they face Ivory Coast? so hyped for the quarter finals already! 😆
 
I'm so done with all this "new tier" hype 🙄. These underdog teams getting a shot at the big boys are just gonna get crushed and humiliated in front of millions of people. It's not about excitement, it's about entertainment value and the established teams know how to dominate a tournament. The fact that Algeria had to go to penalties against DR Congo shows they're not even the favorites yet. And Ivory Coast just thrashed Burkina Faso like it was nothing? Please, they got lucky. The Africa Cup of Nations should be more about the top dogs showing up and crushing the rest, not some "new tier" nonsense 🙃
 
I'm telling you, this new tier thing is gonna shake things up big time 💥! I've been following these tournaments for years and I gotta say, seeing some of the underdogs cause major upsets is super exciting 🤩. It's not just about the results, it's about the drama and the unpredictability that comes with it. And let's be real, if you're a fan of smaller teams, this is like the ultimate game-changer 😎. But at the same time, you gotta wonder if they're getting in over their heads? I mean, these top-ranked teams have been doing this for years, can they handle the pressure? 🤔 Only time will tell!
 
Man, what a crazy turn of events in the African Cup of Nations! 🤯 Algeria's win over DR Congo was insane, especially after they were level at 0-0 until that last-minute goal by Adil Boulbina. And Ivory Coast absolutely destroyed Burkina Faso - their attacking play was so sharp it was like they were unstoppable 😂.

I don't know about this new tier thing, though... I think it's awesome that less experienced teams can compete against the big guns and bring a fresh vibe to the tournament 🎉. But at the same time, if top-ranked teams start getting favored all the time, it could mess with the competition and make it less exciting for fans like me 😐.

I'm actually kinda stoked to see how this whole thing plays out. The quarter-finals are going to be lit 🔥! Who's your money on? 🤔
 
can't believe we're having a 'new tier' discussion in africa cup of nations... like it's not just about who has the most talent & money on their squad 🤑🏆 anyway, i guess it's cool for smaller teams to get some decent exposure, but still feels like they're being handed a participation trophy sometimes... Algeria getting to QF via pen shootout is pretty wild tho - adil boulbina's goal was insane! 😲
 
🤔 I'm kinda bummed that Algeria had to rely on a penalty shootout against DR Congo 🚫💪 - it just feels like old-school stuff that I don't really want to see more of in this tournament 🙅‍♂️. Don't get me wrong, I love the drama and all, but sometimes I wish we could just play some real football without all the stoppages 💥.

And on the other hand, I'm loving how Ivory Coast is making a name for themselves in this tournament 🌟👏 - those guys are playing some sick football! 3-0 against Burkina Faso was no joke 😅. It'll be interesting to see how they match up against Egypt in the quarter finals... 👀
 
OMG 🤯, I'm so stoked for the Elephants! They're like a total dark horse in this tournament, but they've been playing some sick games 💥. And I love how Algeria pulled off that crazy penalty shootout win 🙌, Adil Boulbina is literally a superstar 😍.

I think this new tier thing could be a great thing for African football, you know? It's like, the smaller teams are finally getting a chance to shine and compete against the big boys. And who knows, maybe we'll see some unexpected upsets 🤔. But at the same time, I can see how it might lead to more favouritism towards the top-ranked teams. Either way, I'm just hyped for the quarter finals and all the drama that comes with them 💥.
 
this is so interesting! i think a new tier is forming in african football 🤔, and it's awesome for less experienced teams to compete against established nations 💪. it brings a fresh dynamic to the tournament and who knows, maybe we'll see some upsets that will change the way we look at african football 🎯. but at the same time, i can see how this could lead to favouritism towards top-ranked teams 🤷‍♂️, which might not be as exciting for fans... guess we'll just have to wait and see how it all plays out 😊
 
🤔 I think this is a total game-changer for African football! It's amazing to see less experienced teams taking on the big guns and giving them a run for their money 🏃‍♂️. The fact that Algerias beat DR Congo in a penalty shootout shows how intense the competition is getting 💪. If this trend keeps up, it'll be so much more exciting for fans to watch these underdogs put up a fight 😮. But at the same time, you gotta wonder if top-ranked teams will just start steamrolling everyone else 🤷‍♂️... only time (and the rest of the tournament) will tell!
 
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