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The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues this Friday in Morocco with four major fixtures spread across Groups A and B. From Angola to Morocco, via Egypt and South Africa, several heavyweights enter a phase already crucial to the tournament.…

With a brace from Riyad Mahrez, Algeria comfortably beat Sudan (3-0) this Wednesday, on the occasion of the opening day of Group E at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. That’s certainly a strong signal sent to the competition. The…

With a goal by Edmond Tapsoba in stoppage time, Burkina Faso took the upper hand over Equatorial Guinea (2-1) on Wednesday in the opening match of Group E at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Burkina Faso ultimately did not…

Beaten narrowly by DR Congo (1-0) in their CAN 2025 opening match, the Benin Cheetahs delivered an encouraging performance. In the post-match press conference, Benin coach Gernot Rohr praised the display, while also pointing out sporting and organizational regrets. Despite…

Le centre communautaire Eya de Cotonou a abrité ce mardi la diffusion sur grand écran du match Bénin vs RDC (0-1), comptant pour la première journée des phases de poule de la CAN 2025. Une initiative de Canal+ dans le…

Plusieurs rencontres sont au programme ce mercredi à travers les pelouses marocaines. De gros chocs comptant pour la première journée de la phase de poules de la CAN 2025. Quatre affiches sont au programme ce mercredi, dans le cadre de…

Notably, Ademola Lookman scored in the second half as Nigeria defeated Tanzania (2-1) on Tuesday, on the opening day of the AFCON 2025 group stage. Off to a successful start for Nigeria at AFCON 2025. The Super Eagles picked up…

With a brace from Nicolas Jackson, Senegal easily beat Botswana (3-0) on Tuesday, as part of the opening day of the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Listed as favorites to win the title, Senegal got off…

For its return to the Africa Cup of Nations, the Beninese national team fell to the Leopards of DR Congo (0-1) this Tuesday in Rabat, compromising already its room for maneuver in a tough Group D. Benin missed its AFCON…

The final phase of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 continues this Tuesday with the entry of Groups C and D. Senegal, Nigeria, DR Congo and Tunisia kick off their campaigns, while Benin hopes to pull off a surprise in…

At a press conference on Monday, on the eve of the match against DR Congo, head coach Gernot Rohr laid out a clear ambition: to give Benin its very first victory in the Africa Cup of Nations. A historic success…

With goals from Oswin Appollis and Lyle Foster, South Africa dominated Angola (2-1) on Tuesday in Morocco, as part of the first matchday of the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. A successful start for South Africa…

In Cotonou, in cafés as well as in hair salons, the same question keeps coming up: what can Benin hope for at AFCON 2025? Qualified for the fifth time in its history, Benin begins AFCON 2025 this Tuesday with a…

With a Patson Daka goal in stoppage time, Zambia snatched a draw against Mali (1-1) on Monday, as part of the opening matchday of AFCON 2025 group stages. The AFCON 2025 group stage continued on Monday with a clash between…

In the latest update published on 22 December, the Benin national team keeps its positions in the FIFA rankings. Gernot Rohr’s Guépards finish the year in 92nd place worldwide and 20th in Africa, in a context of complete stability. December’s…

The CAF has appointed the referee who will officiate the match between Benin and the DRC this Tuesday, a fixture in the group stage of AFCON 2025. The African governing body has named South African referee Tom Abongile. The Confederation…

South Africa’s coach, Hugo Broos, sees Morocco’s Atlas Lions, boosted by their solidity and home advantage, as the strong favorites to win the continental title. South Africa’s coach, Hugo Broos, gave a blunt analysis of the 2025 Africa Cup of…

Before Nigeria’s first game at AFCON 2025, striker Victor Osimhen called for focus against Tanzania, while embracing the Super Eagles’ status as favorites in Morocco. Victor Osimhen said the Super Eagles were ready to get down to business against Tanzania’s…

Overpowered by the former world champion Anthony Joshua’s power in Miami, American boxer Jake Paul was taken in for a suspected jaw fracture while showing his determination to come back stronger. Jake Paul was evacuated to a Miami hospital after…

On the eve of AFCON 2025, Ugandan striker Melvyn Lorenzen says the Cranes are ready to give the favourites in Group C a hard time and to play the spoilers in Morocco. Ugandan striker Melvyn Lorenzen sent a clear message…

Injured at his club a few days before kick-off, Ivorian striker Sébastien Haller will not take part in the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco and gives up his place to Evann Guessand in the Elephants’ squad. The Ivorian side…

Gathered in Rabat, the Beninese players received the national flag from the hands of the Minister of Sports, a symbolic gesture marking the start of their mission at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025. A few days before their kick-off…

On the sidelines of the 2026 World Cup draw, the US president, Donald Trump, spoke about his past experience playing football, humorously comparing himself to the two legends of the game. The President of the United States, Donald Trump, made…

Lionel Messi’s choice, which placed Kylian Mbappé ahead of Lamine Yamal at the FIFA Best Awards, sparked a heated controversy, notably from Catalan pundit Jota Jordi, who was highly critical of the Argentine captain. El Chiringuito pundit Jota Jordi didn’t…

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido will be one of the main attractions of the inaugural show of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled for Saturday at the Fan Zone d’Olm Souissi, ahead of the opening match between Morocco and Comoros.…

The two reigning continental champions, Spain and Argentina, winners of Euro 2024 and Copa América 2024 respectively, will face each other in Qatar in a global showdown scheduled for 27 March in Lusail, Qatar. The date, venue and kick-off time…

FIFA unveiled a historic financial package for the 2026 World Cup, with bonuses never seen before and a massive redistribution in favor of the 48 participating nations. FIFA has formalized a record purse for the 2026 World Cup, with a…

Unlucky finalists of the last edition, Nigeria’s Super Eagles approach AFCON in Morocco with big ambitions, backed by a squad that former Ivorian international Salomon Kalou considers well-equipped to aim for a fourth continental crown. Former Ivorian international Salomon Kalou…

Speaking to RFI, Tosin Aiyegun spoke about Benin’s chances at CAN 2025, which opens in a few days. The Lorient forward is confident and believes the Cheetahs will pleasantly surprise the sporting community during the tournament. Called up for the…

At 41, former PSG captain Thiago Silva has terminated his contract with Fluminense and is preparing to return to Europe as a free agent at the winter transfer window, with the 2026 World Cup in his sights. The former Chelsea…