Softfootball has gathered and analysed the official stadium attendance figures for the AFCON 2025 Round of 16, with hosts Morocco recording the highest turnout of the knockout phase so far.
The Round of 16 clash between Morocco and Tanzania attracted a massive 63,894 spectators, underlining the strong home support and football culture in the host nation. Morocco’s presence continues to boost overall attendance figures across the tournament.
Below is the full attendance breakdown for the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 matches:
| Rank | Match | Attendance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇲🇦 Morocco vs 🇹🇿 Tanzania | 63,894 |
| 2 | 🇲🇱 Mali vs 🇹🇳 Tunisia | 41,982 |
| 3 | 🇸🇳 Senegal vs 🇸🇩 Sudan | 30,045 |
| 4 | 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast vs 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso | 24,019 |
| 5 | 🇪🇬 Egypt vs 🇧🇯 Benin | 20,191 |
| 6 | 🇩🇿 Algeria vs 🇨🇩 DR Congo | 18,837 |
| 7 | 🇳🇬 Nigeria vs 🇲🇿 Mozambique | 14,593 |
| 8 | 🇿🇦 South Africa vs 🇨🇲 Cameroon | 14,127 |
Softfootball’s analysis of the AFCON 2025 stadium usage shows that the same venues hosting group-stage matches have continued to play key roles in the knockout rounds, maintaining solid attendance levels across different regions.
While Morocco dominate the numbers as hosts, other traditional football nations like Mali, Senegal, and Ivory Coast also posted impressive figures, reflecting sustained fan engagement as the tournament enters its decisive phase.
