Nigeria, Dec. 30 -- Hosts Morocco continued their fine run at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 on Monday night with a commanding 3-0 victory over Zambia.

The big win ensured the Atlas Lions finished top of Group A as they progress into the knockout phase in an emphatic style.

Mali, Egypt and South Africa also secured places in the knockout stage on a dramatic final group matchday.

The hosts' emphatic win in Rabat ensured they ended the group phase unbeaten, while Mali progressed despite playing most of their final match with 10 men.

Elsewhere, Egypt topped their group following a goalless draw with Angola, and South Africa edged Zimbabwe in a five-goal thriller to reach the Round of 16.

Morocco responded to the pressure of a de...