After commanding victories in the first leg matches of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 qualifiers, Chad, Liberia, and Eswatini find themselves in advantageous positions as they prepare for the return fixtures scheduled for Tuesday.

Chad clinched a narrow 1-0 win over Mauritius, joining Liberia and Eswatini at the top after their impressive triumphs last week.

Liberia secured a convincing 2-0 victory against Djibouti, while Eswatini displayed dominance with a resounding 3-0 win over Somalia.

As the second leg approaches, all eyes are on these teams as they vie for coveted spots in the group phase of the qualifiers, hoping to make their mark on the continental stage.

For Chad, facing Mauritius on their home turf presents a challenging encounter as they aim to defend their slender lead and secure passage to the next phase of the qualifiers.

Coach Kevin Nicaise acknowledges the work ahead, emphasizing the team's ongoing development and aspirations for improvement.

"We are far from perfect, far from being a top team in the world. We are in the construction phase.

There are still things to work on and improve," coach Nicaise commented after their first-leg victory.

"It is not overnight that we will be a top team in the world, we are aware of that, however we are working hard with the group and the staff to achieve this goal."

Meanwhile, Liberia hosts Djibouti, seeking to capitalize on their first-leg success and secure progression to the next round.

Eswatini, brimming with confidence after their previous win, aims to maintain their winning momentum as they face Somalia on home soil.

In another closely contested encounter, South Sudan and Sao Tome and Principe are set to battle it out following their goalless draw in the first leg.

With both teams hungry for victory, the match promises to deliver a thrilling battle for supremacy.