Senegal triumphed over Morocco to claim their second Africa Cup of Nations title, but the final became infamous for the drama that unfolded when the Senegalese players temporarily walked off the pitch. This unprecedented move followed a contentious penalty awarded to Morocco in stoppage time while the match stood at a stalemate. In a tense... Continue Reading →
Nigeria broke their penalty jinx by defeating Egypt in a nail-biting shootout to secure third place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, following a tense goalless draw. The standout performer was Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, who made crucial saves against renowned players like Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, paving the way for Ademola... Continue Reading →
Samuel Eto'o, the former Cameroonian football star, has been sanctioned with a four-match ban and a fine of $20,000 (£14,960) after a disciplinary panel from the Confederation of African Football (Caf) found him guilty of misconduct. This ruling stems from an incident that took place during the quarter-finals of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations,... Continue Reading →
Sadio Mane's pivotal goal propelled Senegal to a stunning victory over Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah, allowing Senegal to secure their place in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This thrilling match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline, setting the stage for Senegal's quest to claim their second AFCON title in the upcoming... Continue Reading →
Sami Trabelsi, the coach of Tunisia's national football team, has been dismissed from his position just one day after the team's disappointing loss to Mali in the last-16 stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon). This unexpected decision has created a stir in the football community, reflecting the high stakes of international competition... Continue Reading →
Benin achieved a remarkable milestone at the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) by securing their first-ever victory in the tournament's history. This landmark win came during the 2025 edition held in Rabat, with Yohan Roche's deflected strike in the first half clinching crucial points for his team. This triumph is especially significant as it marks... Continue Reading →
The Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) will transition to a quadrennial format starting in 2028, as announced by Patrice Motsepe, the president of the Confederation of African Football (Caf). Historically, the tournament has been held biannually since 1968, with an exception in 2013, when a one-year hiatus occurred between the 2012 and 2013 competitions. The... Continue Reading →
A seismic shift has occurred in African football this Monday evening as the Cameroonian Football Federation has made the bold decision to part ways with head coach Marc Brys, just three weeks ahead of the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This unexpected announcement has not only reverberated through the football community but also... Continue Reading →
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded Nigeria three points and three goals due to the missed match against Libya, a noteworthy decision following a contentious situation. This announcement follows a comprehensive investigation that arose from Nigeria's qualifier for the Africa Cup of Nations against Libya. CAF President Patrice Motsepe had previously stressed the... Continue Reading →
Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, has made the decision to boycott their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifier match in Libya after facing an alarming situation that left them stranded overnight at an airport. This incident has emerged as the players were scheduled to arrive in Benghazi on Sunday, but due to unforeseen... Continue Reading →
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