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‘AFCON must be respected like the World Cup & Euros’ – Nigeria forward Samuel Chukwueze
Nigeria forward Samuel Chukwueze insists the Africa Cup of Nations deserves the same respect as Europe’s premier international tournament. The...
Nigeria’s Samu Chukwueze calls for greater respect for AFCON
Nigeria and Fulham winger Samu Chukwueze has urged the global football community to show greater respect for the Africa Cup...
Mali coach Tom Saintfiet BLASTS CAF over change in AFCON cycle
Mali head coach Tom Saintfiet has voiced strong disappointment over CAF’s decision to alter the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)...
Wissa backs tough AFCON call as DR Congo begin campaign with a win
Newcastle striker Yoane Wissa has spoken candidly about his absence from the Democratic Republic of Congo’s squad for the 2025...
AFCON switch to four-year cycle faces legal challenge under CAF statutes
The decision to change the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from a biennial to a four-year tournament may be illegal...
A teenager’s dream as James Bogere makes AFCON debut for Uganda
At just 17 years old, James Bogere’s journey from local pitches in Uganda to the grand stage of the Africa...
AFCON 2025: We will not dwell on past disappointments – Algeria coach Vladimir Petkovic
Algeria head coach Vladimir Petkovic has made it clear that past Africa Cup of Nations setbacks will not define his...
AFCON 2025: Top stars to make their debut in Morocco
African football bursts back into life on Sunday evening in Rabat, as the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations kicks...
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...
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...
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...
AFCON records and past winners
As Africa readies itself for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, the continent’s flagship football tournament once again...
BREAKING: AFCON Winner’s Prize Money hits USD 10 Million as CAF raises the financial bar
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has taken another decisive step toward becoming one of the world’s most financially powerful...
Max Eberl keeps Nicolas Jackson future open as Bayern weigh permanent deal
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has offered no indication that the club will trigger a permanent move for Nicolas...
DR Congo face Zambia in final AFCON warm-up as Leopards sharpen competitive edge
DR Congo meet Zambia on Tuesday, December 16, in an international friendly that forms a crucial part of both teams’...
Our objective is to win 2025 AFCON title – Morocco midfielder Bilal El Khannouss
Morocco midfielder Bilal El Khannouss has struck a confident but grounded tone as the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 draws...
Yaya Touré stresses experience over youth as key to AFCON success
Former Ivory Coast captain Yaya Touré has underlined the importance of experience in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), insisting...
Ghana to meet Germany in high-profile World Cup 2026 friendly
The Ghana Football Association has confirmed a prestigious friendly against Germany on 30 March 2026 in Stuttgart, offering both sides...
Ibrahima Konaté backs Mohamed Salah to return as Liverpool future debate intensifies
Ibrahima Konaté expects Mohamed Salah to return to Liverpool after the Africa Cup of Nations and dismisses suggestions that the...