AFCON Stories: Nigeria withdrew from 1996 edition due to politics
The Africa Cup of Nations has always had a unique flair for drama, with strange and remarkable stories stretching back...
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AFCON 2025: Mozambique arrive in Morocco to begin journey amid tough group challenge
Mozambique have arrived in Morocco to begin their campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, becoming one of the...
Achraf Hakimi handed AFCON green light as Lekjaa confirms Morocco star’s full recovery
Morocco’s Africa Cup of Nations build-up received a significant boost after confirmation that Achraf Hakimi is fit and ready to...
AFCON 2025: Morocco, France and the United Kingdom lead in ticket purchases for tournament
The General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Véron Mosengo-Omba, has confirmed Morocco, France and the United Kingdom...
AFCON 2025: Senegal set to stand pat as Assane Diao injury leaves squad size unchanged
Senegal are expected to begin the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations without making any late additions to their squad, despite...
AFCON 2025: Morocco’s airport gets fan zones for tournament
The National Airports Office (ONDA) has set up fan zones in the kingdom’s airports ahead of the commencement of the...
AFCON 2025: Morocco launch campaign riding historic winning run on home soil
Morocco begin their Africa Cup of Nations journey as hosts with momentum rarely seen in the modern history of the...
AFCON 2025: Our target is to lift the trophy – Egypt coach Hossam Hassan
Egypt’s head coach Hossam Hassan has set his sights firmly on lifting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy,...
AFCON 2025: Here’s what you need to know before kickoff
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) is expected to commence on Sunday, December 21, 2025 through to January 18,...
AFCON 2025: Tom Saintfiet sets the tone as Mali demand victory in opening test against Zambia
Mali will begin their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a clear objective when they face Zambia on Monday,...
AFCON 2025: Achraf Hakimi’s return draws no surprise from Ali Boussaboun ahead of Comoros clash
Achraf Hakimi’s inclusion in Morocco’s squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has come as no shock to former...
AFCON 2025: Morocco gears up for a spectacular opening ceremony to kick off tournament
Anticipation is building ahead of the opening ceremony of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations, which will take place at...
Seven African Footballer of the Year winners poised to shape AFCON 2025
As Morocco prepares to kick-start the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 this Sunday, the spotlight will fall on...
AFCON 2025: Morocco coach Walid Regragui eyes glory on home soil
Head coach of Morocco, Walid Regragui has stressed his outfit determination and a clear ambition to win the 2025 Africa...
AFCON 2025: Mohamed Salah closing in on historic Egypt records
Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Morocco could redefine Mohamed Salah’s legacy with Egypt, both in trophies and in the...
Morocco leverages Mohammed VI Academy to cement continental football leadership ahead of AFCON 2025
Morocco is leveraging its football infrastructure and continental influence to assert itself as a powerhouse ahead of the 2025 Africa...
Golden substitute and master tactician that secured Egypt’s historic AFCON treble
As Egypt gear up for AFCON 2025 in Morocco, memories return to the unforgettable 2010 triumph against Ghana in Luanda...
Samuel Eto’o still reigns as AFCON goal king
Samuel Eto’o remains one of Africa’s greatest football legends and a prominent figure in Cameroon’s success in the Africa Cup...
AFCON 2025: What you don’t know but need to know ahead of tournament kick-off
African football’s finest teams and brightest stars will take centre stage in Morocco when the continent’s premier showpiece, the Africa...
Why is Afcon taking place in December?
The Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) will take place between 21 December 2025 and 18 January 2026 in Morocco. The...