AFCON
AFCON Quarterfinals Set for Fireworks as Africa’s Heavyweights Clash in Morocco
The Africa Cup of Nations reaches a blockbuster quarterfinal stage on Friday, once again underlining the long-standing dominance of North and West African football, with Cameroon standing as the...
Mido Backs Egypt to Reach AFCON 2025 Final with Tactical Shake-Up Against Ivory Coast
Former Egyptian striker Ahmed Hossam Hussein, popularly known as Mido, has expressed confidence that the Pharaohs can reach the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations—but only if they overcome...
Amokachi Names Nigeria, Morocco, Senegal, and Algeria as AFCON 2025 Favorites
Former Super Eagles forward Daniel Amokachi has weighed in on the ongoing 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, identifying the nations he believes are in the strongest position to claim the...
Lions at the Gates: Morocco and Cameroon Collide in a Defining AFCON Night
The road to continental glory tightens as hosts Morocco prepare for one of their sternest tests yet—a heavyweight AFCON quarter-final showdown against Cameroon, a nation steeped in African football...
Officiating Storm Brews as AFCON Quarter-Finals Near
As the Africa Cup of Nations edges closer to its decisive quarter-final stage, tension is reportedly rising not just on the pitch, but behind the scenes within CAF’s referees committee. According to...
“Brothers, Rivals, Believers” — Pape Thiaw Sets the Tone for Senegal’s Mali Showdown
As Senegal prepare for a decisive quarter-final clash against Mali, head coach Pape Thiaw has struck a powerful balance between rivalry and brotherhood, framing the encounter as more than just...
AFCON 2025: Giants, Dark Horses, and the Battle for Africa’s Ultimate Crown
Africa’s most coveted football prize is back in the spotlight as 24 nations converge on Morocco for the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations—a tournament renowned for its passion,...
“No War, Only Football” — Senegal and Mali Set for High-Stakes AFCON Quarter-Final
As anticipation builds ahead of their blockbuster quarter-final showdown, emotions are already running high between Mali and Senegal, two proud West African footballing nations with a rich shared...
Stonebwoy Touches Down in Morocco to Light Up AFCON 2025
As the drums of Africa Cup of Nations 2025 continue to beat loudly across Morocco, Ghana’s dancehall and reggae powerhouse, Stonebwoy, has arrived to add his own rhythm to the continental...
Five Breakout Stars to Watch in AFCON 2025 Quarter-Finals
As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations reaches the quarter-final stage, AFP Sport highlights five standout players making their first AFCON appearance who could leave a lasting mark in the last eight:...
