Ep. 54: AFCON 2025 Quarterinfal Review - Champions Dethroned, Exciting Final Four Set

The Africa Cup of Nations once again proves that defending a title is nearly impossible. As the holders crash out, AFCON 2025 delivers a fascinating Final Four made up of North African giants and West African heavyweights.In this episode, I review all four quarterfinals — from Senegal’s ruthless efficiency and Morocco’s dominance as hosts, to Nigeria’s statement win and Egypt’s experience shining through once more. While some matches proved one-sided, the final tie delivered late drama and confirmed that this tournament still has surprises left.I then look ahead to the semifinals, discussing travel challenges, tactical matchups, and why a Morocco–Senegal final feels likely — but far from guaranteed with Nigeria lurking.Who impressed you most? Who will make the final? And which quarterfinal delivered the most? Let me know in the comments.🎙️ Available as video and podcast----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Use this RSS Link to never miss an episode in your favorite podcast app: https://anchor.fm/s/f9d49078/podcast/rss You can also find me on YouTube: @MySoccerUniverseFootballTalk Also, check out my main Youtube channel @MySoccerUniverse If you want to hear my takes on the Austrian Bundesliga in general, and my team LASK in particular and understand German, you can subscribe to my other podcast, too: @MeinLASKUniversum or https://anchor.fm/s/107a5b448/podcast/rss ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#afcon2025#afcon#afconquarterfinals#afconsemifinals#africanfootball#caf#morocco#senegal#nigeria#egypt#footballanalysis#internationalfootball#tournamentfootball00:00 Champions Dethroned – AFCON 2025 Quarterfinals in the Books03:09 Friday Quarterfinals – Senegal & Morocco Advance08:08 Saturday Quarterfinals – Nigeria Shine, Egypt Survive13:56 Semifinal Preview – Senegal-Egypt & Morocco-Nigeria 17:39 Final Thoughts & Viewer Questions