Following the games, the legends and the rising stars that unite Africa.
FOOTBALL
AFCON 2027 qualifying has begun with Eritrea’s winning return, Ethiopia taking control of their tie, and Burundi delivering the standout result of the opening preliminary round.
ERITREA
Eritrea beat Eswatini 2–0 in Meknes to mark their long-awaited return to AFCON qualifying, taking a strong first-leg advantage in the 2027 preliminary round.
EGYPT
Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool at the end of the 2025–26 season, ending a transformative nine-year Anfield career defined by goals, trophies and lasting legacy.
FOOTBALL
CAF has stripped Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title and awarded the championship to Morocco after ruling that Senegal forfeited the final following their on-pitch walk-off.
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Senegal defeated Morocco 1–0 in extra time in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final thanks to a Pape Gueye goal. The match featured a controversial late penalty, a crucial Mendy save, and historic success for Senegal.
EGYPT
Nigeria defeated Egypt on penalties to secure third place at AFCON 2025 in Morocco, extending their perfect bronze-medal record in Africa Cup of Nations history.
EGYPT
Hosts Morocco reached the 2025 AFCON final by beating Nigeria on penalties, while Senegal secured a 1-0 win over Egypt. Morocco vs Senegal is set for the final in Rabat on 18 January 2026.
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles beat Algeria 2–0 in the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals, with goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams, advancing to face Morocco in the semi-finals.
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Nine African nations — Morocco, Egypt, Ghana, Senegal, Cape Verde, and more — have secured places in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here’s the full list and what’s next.
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DR Congo qualifies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Nigeria on penalties in a dramatic CAF playoff final. Full match report, reactions, and implications.