Forbes applauds Morocco for world-class hosting of AFCON 2025
Forbes Africa has praised Morocco for delivering what it described as a world-class hosting of the 2025 Africa Cup of...
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FEATURE: Senegal-Morocco friendship put to test by Africa Cup of Nations title turmoil
Dakar and Rabat have longstanding ties, but relations have been strained since the Africa Cup of Nations final, which Senegal...
AFCON Final Fallout: Fouzi Lekjaa insists Morocco has strong defence
President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, Fouzi Lekjaa, has defended Morocco’s claim to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations...
CAF crisis deepens as Patrice Motsepe faces pressure over AFCON final dispute
Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe is reportedly under growing internal pressure to intervene in a brewing dispute...
Kalidou Koulibaly recounts shock as CAF decision strips Senegal of AFCON title
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has described a moment of disbelief and confusion after receiving news that the national team had...
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly recounts Bounou’s shock AFCON announcement
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has recounted how his Al Hilal teammate and Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou disclosed the 2025 Africa...
Pape Gueye amused by Algerian support after AFCON 2025 final goal against Morocco
Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye has opened up about the unexpected wave of support he received from Algerian fans following his...
Morocco has ‘strong and documented arguments’ – Lekjaa as AFCON final dispute heads to CAS
President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, Fouzi Lekjaa, has expressed firm confidence that Morocco’s case in the disputed AFCON...
‘We’re happy’ – Hakimi breaks silence on Morocco’s controversial AFCON title
Achraf Hakimi has spoken of his deep satisfaction after captaining Morocco to their historic 2025 Africa Cup of Nations triumph,...
FRMF president insists Morocco holds ‘clear evidence’ on AFCON final
Morocco have asserted they possess “clear, conclusive and fully documented evidence” regarding events surrounding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations...
Kenya remits $30m AFCON 2026 hosting fee as preparations gather pace
The government of Kenya has taken a major financial step toward hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, confirming the...
Guillaume Moullec to step down as Mauritius coach after AFCON qualification setback
The Mauritius national team will be searching for a new direction after head coach Guillaume Moullec confirmed he will step...
Egypt U-17 seal AFCON 2027 qualification after Tunisia–Algeria stalemate
Egypt’s youth national team are heading to the continental stage after securing qualification for the Africa U-17 Cup of Nations...
Egypt qualify for U17 AFCON finals after victory over Libya
Egypt have secured qualification for the U17 Africa Cup of Nations finals after defeating Libya in the UNAF qualifying tournament,...
Morocco international Ilyas Bensghir has moved swiftly to address a growing controversy after his social media activity sparked debate among...
“I made a mistake” – Chadi Riad apologizes to Moroccans after liking Senegal celebrations
Moroccan international Chadi Riad has issued a heartfelt apology to fans of the Atlas Lions after admitting to what he...
“No to insulting families” – Saibari responds to fan backlash amid AFCON tension
Moroccan international Ismael Saibari has broken his silence after facing a wave of backlash from fans, calling for respect and...
FEATURE: Will Senegal’s AFCON 2025 celebrations in France come at a cost?
Senegal’s decision to celebrate its Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) triumph despite an official ruling awarding the title to Morocco...
Morocco remain 8th on FIFA Rankings despite AFCON 2025 ruling
Morocco’s Atlas Lions have held on to 8th place in the latest FIFA rankings despite their controversial AFCON final triumph...
Eritrea end 18-year AFCON exile after win over Eswatini
Ali Suleiman emerged as the match-winner on Tuesday, scoring twice to inspire Eritrea to a 2-1 victory over Eswatini in...