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CAN 2025 – Round of 16: Benin loses to Egypt as expected
Egypt had to draw on its resources to see off Benin (3-1 after extra time) this Monday in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Round of 16. Tied for a long time, the Pharaohs ultimately made the difference thanks to… -
AFCON 2025: with Mo Salah and without Steve Mounié, Egypt’s official starting lineups – Benin
Benin kicks off against Egypt this Monday at 5:00 PM (GMT+1), as part of the AFCON 2025 Round of 16. The official lineups for both teams have been released. Note the absence of the Leopards’ captain, Steve Mounié, who is… -
Manchester United: Ruben Amorim sacked
Having been in the job for fourteen months, Manchester United’s manager, Ruben Amorim, was sacked by the Red Devils the day after the draw with Leeds, amid tensions with the club’s leadership and results deemed insufficient in the Premier League.… -
“We have our say”, Gernot Rohr ahead of Egypt – Benin
Gernot Rohr spoke about Benin’s chances to qualify for the quarterfinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. And the Leopards coach believes his players are capable of taming the Egyptian ogre. As they head into one of the most… -
CAN 2025: Mozambique galvanized by a big bonus ahead of the clash with Nigeria.
On the eve of their Round of 16 clash with Nigeria, the Mozambican national team advances buoyed by the confidence of its president, who has promised an exceptional bonus in case of an upset. Mozambique coach Chiquinho Conde said that… -
AFCON 2025: Egypt, Benin, Nigeria, the schedule for this Monday
The Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues this Monday with two big clashes on the schedule: Egypt – Benin, Nigeria – Mozambique. The Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations delivered its… -
Morocco 2025: with several absences, Benin takes on Egypt this Monday.
Deprived of Abdoul Rachid Moumini and already hampered by several absences, Benin enters the AFCON Round of 16 as an underdog against Egypt. Level-headed but ambitious, Gernot Rohr embraces the challenge and bets on the solidarity and team spirit of… -
AFCON 2025 – Cameroon: a victory, but defensive frailties to address before facing Morocco
Le Cameroun s’est qualifié pour les quarts de finale de la Coupe d’Afrique des Nations 2025 en dominant l’Afrique du Sud (2-1), ce 4 janvier à Rabat. Une victoire précieuse, construite sur le réalisme et la solidarité, mais qui laisse… -
AFCON 2025 – Round of 16: Cameroon eliminates South Africa (2-1)
Le Cameroun s’est qualifié pour les quarts de finale de la Coupe d’Afrique des Nations 2025 en battant l’Afrique du Sud 2-1, ce 4 janvier 2026, au stade Al Medina de Rabat. Menés contre le cours du jeu, les Lions… -
AFCON – Round of 16: ten men against eleven, Mali eliminates Tunisia on penalties
Mali clinched their qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals following a tense and bruising affair with Tunisia. Reduced to ten men from the first half, Mali held their own against their opponent before winning on penalties (3-2), after… -
AFCON – Round of 16: Senegal wobbles, gets back on its feet, and finally tames Sudan (3-1)
The scenario wasn’t obvious at kick-off. Surprised from the early minutes, Senegal had to show character and composure to overturn a bold Sudan and eventually prevail 3-1 in the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16. Against all odds, it… -
AFCON 2025: Benin vs Senegal official lineups
Benin takes on Senegal this Tuesday as part of the third and final day of Group D at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Already qualified for the Round of 16, the Leopards are aiming for victory against the Lions… -
CAN 2025: despite having qualified, Gernot Rohr wants to go all out against Senegal
Gernot Rohr reacted to the Leopards’ qualification to the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations before even their final group match against Senegal. And the Benin coach assured that this would in no way alter the… -
CAN 2025: Benin among the teams already qualified for the Round of 16.
Thanks to their results on the final day of Group A, Morocco, the host nation, and Mali secured on Monday evening their qualification for the round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The two nations join the… -
CAN 2025: Six teams already eliminated
The group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco, has already delivered its verdict for several nations, with six teams officially eliminated from the tournament. The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco, has already… -
AFCON 2025: “We’re expecting a tough match,” Gernot Rohr ahead of Benin vs. Senegal.
Gernot Rohr held a press conference this Monday, on the eve of the match against Senegal, for the third matchday of Group D at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. And the Benin coach expects a tough encounter against the… -
CAN 2025 / Benin – Senegal: Sessi D’Almeida out
Gernot Rohr held a press conference on Monday, on the eve of the match against Senegal, in the group stage of CAN 2025. And the Benin coach confirmed Sessi D’Almeida’s withdrawal due to a muscle injury. Benin will have to… -
“”A historic success”, Gernot Rohr after Benin 1-0 Botswana”
Gernot Rohr reacted to the Cheetahs’ victory over Botswana’s Zebras (1-0) this Saturday in the group stage of AFCON 2025. And the Benin coach congratulated his players on this historic success. For their second outing in the Africa Cup of… -
CAN 2025: Benin tames Botswana and bounces back
With a goal from Yohan Roche in the first half, Benin edged Botswana (1-0) this Saturday in the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. A precious victory that allows the Leopards to bounce back in Group D.… -
AFCON 2025: Benin’s official lineups vs Botswana
Benin and Botswana face off this Saturday at the annex stadium of the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex. A match on the second matchday of Group D of AFCON 2025. The starting lineups for both teams have been announced. Benin:… -
AFCON 2025: Ugandan Shamirah Nabadda to referee Benin vs Botswana
Ugandan Shamirah Nabadda will be in charge of the Benin vs Botswana match this Saturday, as part of the second matchday of Group D at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Benin and Botswana face off this Saturday at the… -
AFCON 2025: Botswana’s coach expects a tough match against Benin
Morena Ramoreboli spoke to the press on Friday, on the eve of the match against Benin in the group stage of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025. And the Botswana coach expects a tough match against the Leopards. Beaten at… -
Éric Chelle: “This AFCON 2025 is better than the European championships.”
On the eve of a decisive match against Tunisia, the Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle, praised the Africa Cup of Nations, which he now regards as superior to European competitions, while calling for better structuring of African football. The Nigeria… -
CAN 2025: Benin, Senegal, Nigeria, the schedule for this Saturday
Friday’s fixtures across Africa’s pitches mark the second matchday of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage. The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues this Saturday with several fixtures on the schedule, notably the showdown between Benin and Botswana… -
AFCON 2025 – Benin vs Botswana: Gernot Rohr optimistic but cautious
Gernot Rohr held a press conference on Friday on the eve of the match against Botswana in the second day of Group D at CAN 2025. And the Benin coach is counting on the return of Steve Mounié and Junior… -
AFCON 2025: Egypt, the first to qualify for the Round of 16.
With Mohamed Salah’s penalty, Egypt took the lead over South Africa (1-0) this Friday on the second matchday of Group B at AFCON 2025. A precious victory that allows the Pharaohs to secure their ticket to the round of 16.… -
Kylian Mbappé reacts to the death of Jean-Louis Gasset.
Like his compatriots, Kylian Mbappé also reacted to the death of Jean-Louis Gasset. And the Real Madrid forward paid a heartfelt tribute to the French coach. At 72, Jean-Louis Gasset will no longer be on the bench for a team.… -
CAN 2025: Angola and Zimbabwe draw
Angola and Zimbabwe squared off this Friday in Marrakech, on the second matchday of Group B of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The two teams finished level at 1-1. The second matchday of the group stage of the 2025… -
Transfer market: Alex Crook pushes for Victor Osimhen’s arrival in the Premier League.
With impressive statistics at Galatasaray, Victor Osimhen was presented by presenter Alex Crook as an ideal profile for the Premier League, to the point of surprising everyone that there had been no transfer to England. British radio host Alex Crook… -
“I’m a fan,” says the Ghanaian Antoine Semenyo, who settles the Messi–Ronaldo debate.
In an interview given to the YouTube channel AwayDays, Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo delivered his verdict in the Messi–Ronaldo showdown, clearly showing his preference for the Argentine star, while praising the Portuguese’s exceptional career. Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo has weighed…
