Africa Cup of Nations

The Senegal national team will head into this summer’s World Cup with a jersey featuring only one star, despite their recent continental success. The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) clarified that the decision is purely logistical,…

The Gabonese government has taken sweeping disciplinary action against its national football team following a disastrous campaign at the Africa Cup of Nations, announcing the suspension of the entire squad, the dismissal of the technical…

ALEX IWOBI was held by his uncle’s team-mate and Ballon d’Or king Ronaldinho as a child. Now he is hoping to hold aloft a major trophy for his country - and level up his family bragging rights. Alex Iwobi with his uncle Jay-Jay…

Fifteen teams have now booked their spots for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), leaving nine places still up for grabs as the qualifying rounds grow more competitive. The tournament, set to take place in Morocco from December 2025 to…

A back-heel goal by Oumar Diakite in added time at the end of extra time gave hosts Ivory Coast a 2-1 win over Mali in Bouake on Saturday after a dramatic Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final. Reduced to 10 men by a red card at the end of…

There is cheering news for the teeming Super Eagles fans as shot-stopper Stanley Nwabali has been declared fit and available for selection for Nigeria’s quarter-final Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) clash with Angola.  The Chippa United…

After defeating Morocco 2-0 in the round of 16 on Tuesday, South Africa has booked a place in the last eight of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Despite being favorites to not only today’s clash but the tournament itself, the Atlas Lions…

Namibia qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations last 16 for the first time on Wednesday after a 0-0 draw against Group E winners Mali in San Pedro. The Brave Warriors will advance as one of the four best third-placed teams and meet…

Record seven-time champions Egypt were dealt a major blow on Friday as captain Mohamed Salah was ruled out of two Africa Cup of Nations games with a hamstring injury, while holders Senegal and Cape Verde qualified for the last 16. The…

The Africa Cup of Nations kicks off on Saturday in Ivory Coast with the host nation and Mohamed Salah’s Egypt among the leading contenders to succeed the Senegal of Sadio Mane as continental champions. The 24-team tournament, which…