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AFCON 2025: ahead of DR Congo vs Benin, the Leopards devour Zambia
DR Congo played a test match against Zambia on Tuesday as part of preparations for AFCON 2025. And the Leopards won 2-0. Meanwhile, South Africa beat Ghana 1-0; Ghana is not qualified for the tournament. With just days until the… -
Nigeria: Ahmed Musa announces his international retirement
Iconic captain and 2013 African champion, Ahmed Musa has confirmed the end of his time with the Nigerian national team after fifteen years and 111 caps for the Super Eagles. Ahmed Musa has officially ended his international career. The announcement… -
Friendly: Nigeria loses to Egypt ahead of AFCON 2025
In a preparatory match played in Cairo, Nigeria’s Super Eagles were beaten by the Pharaohs (2-1), an instructive rehearsal before their departure for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria suffered a narrow defeat to Egypt (2-1) on Tuesday evening… -
AFCON 2025 – DR Congo: Sébastien Desabre warns his players ahead of the clash with Benin
DRC’s coach spoke about the Leopards’ chances at AFCON 2025. And Sébastien Desabre urged his players not to underestimate any team. Semi-finalists at the last edition, the DRC approaches AFCON 2025 with ambition but caution, determined to get through the… -
Friendly: South Africa beats Ghana and gains confidence ahead of AFCON 2025
Thanks to a goal from Sipho Mbule, South Africa’s Bafana Bafana dominated Ghana’s Black Galaxies (1-0) in Dobsonville, confirming an encouraging final test ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. South Africa recorded a narrow but valuable victory over… -
AFCON 2025: Nigeria takes on Egypt in a friendly in Cairo
A few days before the kick-off of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria’s Super Eagles face Egypt’s Pharaohs in Cairo in a warm-up match meant to fine-tune the final adjustments. Nigeria and Egypt meet this Tuesday evening at the… -
AFCON 2025: Benin reassured after match against FUS de Rabat ahead of the tournament
In full preparation for AFCON 2025 in Morocco, Benin’s Cheetahs beat FUS de Rabat in a friendly played Sunday in Benslimane. With less than ten days until their start at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, the Cheetahs sent a… -
CAN 2025: Onazi sees Nigeria win a fourth title in Morocco
Despite a tricky context and a reshuffled squad, Ogenyi Onazi believes Nigeria has the resources needed to aim for a fourth continental title in Morocco. Former Nigerian international Ogenyi Onazi is decidedly optimistic about the Super Eagles’ chances at the… -
AFCON 2025: Egypt’s squad, including Mohamed Salah
The Egypt national team coach has released the list of players called up for the final phase of AFCON 2025 in Morocco. And Hossam Hassan has called up a group of 28 Pharaohs, including Mohamed Salah. Despite his delicate situation… -
AFCON 2025 : Benin’s squad includes Mounié and Olaitan
Benin’s national coach has unveiled his squad for AFCON 2025. And Gernot Rohr has called up 28 Cheetahs, including Steve Mounié and Junior Olaitan. Much anticipated, Benin’s squad for the AFCON 2025 finals has been released. Coach Gernot Rohr has… -
AFCON 2025: Nigeria’s squad with Victor Osimhen
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has named 28 players for AFCON 2025, a list marked by the absence of captain William Troost-Ekong but highlighted by the presence of his leaders Victor Osimhen and Wilfred Ndidi. Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has revealed… -
DR Congo: Sébastien Desabre sets course ahead of AFCON 2025
Semi-finalists at the last edition, the DRC approaches AFCON 2025 with ambition but caution, determined to get through the group stage before dreaming bigger. A few days before the kick-off of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, the Democratic… -
AFCON 2025: Morocco’s squad includes Achraf Hakimi
Morocco’s national team coach, Walid Regragui, published this Thursday the list of players selected for AFCON 2025. Achraf Hakimi is part of the squad. As host of AFCON 2025, Morocco unveiled this Thursday its list of players selected for the… -
AFCON 2025: “We’re with a new generation that has…”, Steve Mounié
In remarks relayed by Africafootunited, Steve Mounié spoke about Benin’s chances at AFCON 2025. And the Cheetahs’ captain said his teammates are very motivated and determined to go far in this tournament. Six years after their last appearance, Benin will… -
CAN 2025: Claude Le Roy names his favorites
Former Ghana and Togo head coach Claude Le Roy believes the Atlas Lions and the Super Eagles will go into the competition with a clear advantage over their rivals. Former Ghana head coach Claude Le Roy gave his predictions about… -
AFCON 2025 – Late release of internationals: Uganda’s head coach slams FIFA
Uganda’s national coach, Paul Put, criticized a decision that disrupts teams’ preparations a week before the start of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, after FIFA pushed back the release date for African internationals to December 15. Uganda’s coach, Paul… -
AFCON 2025: Withdrawals confirmed for Andréas Hountondji and Felipe Santos
Benin will have to do without Felipe Santos and Andréas Hountondji, two key offensive players ruled out of CAN 2025 due to injuries. A hard blow for the Cheetahs. With only days to go before the final phase of CAN… -
AFCON 2025: Zambia’s squad list includes Patson Daka
Zambia has unveiled its squad for AFCON 2025 in Morocco. A 28-man group featuring star Patson Daka. Zambia’s national coach, Moses Sichone, has announced the list of players selected for the final phase of AFCON 2025. The tournament will take… -
AFCON 2025: Morocco, clear favorite?
Winner of the 1976 CAN in Ethiopia, Morocco has been chasing its second triumph in this competition for nearly 50 years. As the Sherifian Kingdom prepares to host the 35th edition, can the Lions de l’Atlas finally reach the top… -
AFCON 2025: Comoros’ final squad of 26 players
The Comoros coach has unveiled the squad selected for AFCON 2025. And Stéphane Cusin has called up a group of 26 Coelacanths. Comoros will also take part in the final phase of AFCON 2025. The Coelacanths will face Mali, Morocco… -
AFCON 2025: Ivory Coast squad without Nicolas Pépé and Simon Adingra
The Ivory Coast squad for the final phase of AFCON 2025 has been announced. Nicolas Pépé and Simon Adingra are missing. As defending champions, the Ivory Coast has also revealed its list of players selected for AFCON 2025. Coach Emerse… -
CAN 2025: Babangida sees Nigeria win the title
For former Nigerian international Tijani Babangida, only a victory in Morocco will erase the disappointment of being knocked out in the play-offs for the 2026 World Cup. Former Nigerian international Tijani Babangida believes the squad can turn the page on… -
AFCON 2025: Gabon’s squad with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Gabon national team coach Thierry Mouyouma has unveiled his list of players selected for the final tournament of AFCON 2025. Captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is part of the squad. Also in the running for the highly coveted trophy, Gabon announced its… -
AFCON 2025 : two Ugandan internationals threatened with dismissal by their clubs
Melvyn Lorenzen and Timothy Awany were reportedly warned by their clubs that they risked contract termination if they answered the call-up to the Ugandan national team for AFCON 2025, a situation that has sparked outrage as FIFA demands the release… -
AFCON 2025: Is Morocco the favorite? All about the stars and the Lions’ chances
Morocco, favorite for AFCON 2025? Analysis of the stars (Hakimi, Ziyech, Bounou), the chances of winning and the Lions of the Atlas’s strengths on their home soil. Prediction included. Morocco is about to step into AFCON 2025 in a rare… -
Cameroon without Onana: will the Indomitable Lions roar at AFCON 2025?
Le Cameroun débute la CAN 2025 sans André Onana : cotes, prédictions, analyse de l’effectif et aperçu du match d’ouverture contre le Gabon le 24 décembre. Le plus grand choc juste avant la Coupe d’Afrique des Nations 2025 est arrivé… -
Nigeria: CAF pays tribute to William Troost-Ekong after his international retirement
CAF praised the exemplary career of the former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, who has brought an end to ten years of service in the Nigeria jersey. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) praised William Troost-Ekong’s international career following the… -
Nigeria – DRC: Florent Ibenge responds to accusations of voodoo
The former DR Congo coach, Florent Ibengue, calls Éric Chelle’s remarks « absurd », after Chelle accused the Leopards of resorting to voodoo magic during the playoff they won against Nigeria for qualification to the 2026 World Cup. The former… -
“Nigeria gave them a lesson”, Benni McCarthy hails the Super Eagles after their display against Benin
Former Bafana Bafana striker Benni McCarthy praised Nigeria for their crushing victory over Benin. A decisive win that allowed South Africa to secure its ticket for the 2026 World Cup. Former South African international Benni McCarthy hailed the Super Eagles’… -
AFCON 2025: Benin back on the African stage
Benin returns to AFCON 2025 with ambition: Steve Mounié as leader, a strong group and genuine chances to cause an upset. Full analysis. In Cotonou, in cafés as in hair salons, the same question comes up: what can Benin hope…