AFCON
CAF to Hold Preliminary Draw for 2027 AFCON Qualifiers on January 15
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is set to officially kick off the qualification campaign for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with a preliminary round draw scheduled for Thursday, January...
Nicolas Pépé Breaks Down in Tears After Ivory Coast’s AFCON Exit
Although far from Moroccan soil, Nicolas Pépé was deeply affected by Ivory Coast’s painful exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, struggling to contain his emotions after the Elephants’ 3–2...
Egypt FA President Hani Abu Rida Suffers Health Scare During AFCON Quarterfinal Win
The President of the Egyptian Football Federation (EFA), Hani Abu Rida, experienced a health scare during Egypt’s tense quarterfinal clash against Ivory Coast at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of...
AFCON Title Defense Ends as Egypt Knock Out Côte d’Ivoire in Quarter-Final Thriller
Côte d’Ivoire’s hopes of retaining their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title have come to an end after a dramatic quarter-final exit at the 2025 tournament. The 2023 champions were beaten 3–2 by...
Gabon FA Lifts Sanctions After AFCON Disaster as Aubameyang and Manga Reinstated
Gabon’s sports minister has announced sweeping decisions following the Panthers’ disastrous campaign at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), including the initial suspension of the entire national...
Algeria File Official Complaint to FIFA and CAF Over Refereeing in AFCON 2025 Loss to Nigeria
The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) has formally submitted a complaint to both FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following Algeria’s 2–0 defeat to Nigeria in the quarter-final...
Black Maidens Face Togo as Ghana Return to 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers
Ghana’s U-17 women’s national team, the Black Maidens, will open their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign against Togo in April, marking their return to competitive action after...
Nigeria’s Greatest AFCON Goal Scorers: Super Eagles Who Made History on Africa’s Biggest Stage
Nigeria has produced some of the most lethal attacking talents in Africa Cup of Nations history. From the legendary Rashidi Yekini to the modern-day stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, Super...
CAF Launches Probe into Post-Match Chaos After Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 Quarter-Final Win Over Algeria
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opened an investigation into the post-match incidents following Nigeria’s 2–0 victory over Algeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final in...
Egypt’s Aboul-Fetouh Vows Revenge Ahead of AFCON 2025 Semi-Final Against Senegal
Egypt defender Ahmed Aboul-Fetouh is aiming for revenge as the Pharaohs prepare to face Senegal in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals. The North African side advanced after a thrilling 3–2...
