Gabon Suspend National Team and Axe Aubameyang After AFCON Exit
Gabonese football has been thrown into turmoil after the government suspended the national team, dismissed the coaching staff and excluded Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang following a disastrous Africa Cup of Nations campaign.
Africa
Ajayi and Lookman fire Nigeria past spirited Tanzania
Nigeria opened their AFCON Group C campaign with a 2-1 win over Tanzania in Fes, but not without a scare, as the Taifa Stars pushed the Super Eagles all the way in an entertaining contest.
Bongonda strike hands Congo DR narrow AFCON win over Benin
Théo Bongonda’s early goal proved decisive as Congo DR edged past Benin 1-0 in a tense Africa Cup of Nations Group stage clash, securing a valuable opening victory despite sustained late pressure.
Jackson double fires Senegal past Botswana
Nicolas Jackson struck twice as reigning champions Senegal began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Botswana at the Grand Stade de Tanger, underlining their status as early tournament favourites.
Salah strikes late as Egypt survive Zimbabwe scare
Mohamed Salah scored deep into stoppage time to hand Egypt a dramatic 2-1 victory over Zimbabwe in their Africa Cup of Nations Group B opener at Stade d'Agadir.
Foster fires Bafana to rare AFCON opening win
Lyle Foster struck late as South Africa beat Angola 2-1 in Marrakesh, sealing an opening Africa Cup of Nations victory for the first time in 21 years.
Daka saves Zambia late in AFCON draw with Mali
Patson Daka struck deep into stoppage time to rescue Zambia from defeat as the Copper Bullets held Mali to a 1-1 draw in their Africa Cup of Nations Group A opener in Casablanca.
Morocco Cruises Past Comoros in AFCON Group A Opener
Morocco opened their Africa Cup of Nations Group A campaign with a commanding 2-0 win over Comoros at Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah, setting the tone for their tournament ambitions.
Afcon Moves to Four-Year Cycle, African Nations League to Launch in 2029
Caf president Patrice Motsepe has unveiled a new era for African football, confirming that Afcon will shift to a four-year cycle after 2027, while introducing an annual African Nations League starting in 2029.
Amorim Signals Tactical Shift as AFCON Absences Test United at Villa
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has admitted his side must adapt their approach ahead of a tough trip to Aston Villa, with AFCON absences forcing tactical flexibility at a critical stage of the season.
Salah Breaks Silence as AFCON Duty Looms Amid Liverpool Tension
Mohamed Salah has addressed growing tension at Liverpool after admitting he felt “thrown under the bus,” with teammates and coach Arne Slot insisting the squad has moved on as the Egypt star heads to AFCON with questions surrounding his future.