7 h. ago Only a thrilling final can save a predictable Africa Cup of Nations from being forgotten | Jonathan Wilson

Despite high-quality matches, Senegal’s meeting with hosts Morocco may pale with the World Cup loomingSometimes a tournament’s greatest strength can be its greatest weakness. In part because of the excellent playing conditions, this has been an Africa Cup of Nations devoid of shocks. The better teams keep winning. There has been a lot of good football, but not a huge amount of memorable football.And the consequence is that, in the final, we have the two best teams, or certainly the best team in north Africa against the best team in sub-Saharan Africa: the hosts and World Cup semi-finalists Morocco against Senegal, who have reached three of the past four Afcon finals. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Senegal accuse Morocco of putting ‘players in danger’ before Afcon final

FSF protests about security and accommodation concernsTraining facility and insufficient ticket worries also raisedThe Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has accused Morocco’s local organising committee of undermining their preparations for Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final against the hosts.In a statement on social media, the FSF protested about a lack of adequate security on arrival, inadequate accommodation, confusion over training facilities and insufficient tickets being provided for Senegal fans. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Confidence runs high in London’s Little Morocco as Afcon glory beckons

Atlas Lions face Senegal in final of Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday and Moroccan diaspora scents victoryLondon’s Little Morocco is brimming with pride and anticipation. The Moroccan diaspora in North Kensington is in no doubt that on Sunday the Atlas Lions will triumph against Senegal in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations.“There’s not just an excitement, it has completely taken over everything else,” said Souad Talsi, who runs the Al-Hasaniya Moroccan women’s centre at the base of 31-storey Trellick Tower, at the north end of Golborne Road. Continue reading...

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15 h. ago AFCON referee who ended game early twice in huge controversy and what he's doing now

The official caused a stir at the tournament back in 2022 with his on-field antics resulting in huge controversy

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16 h. ago Where AFCON referee who blew up early TWICE is now after he 'could've died'

The official caused a storm at the tournament back in 2022 with his on-field antics resulting in major controversy

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18 h. ago Nigeria XI vs Egypt: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for AFCON today

Super Eagles sweating over the fitness of Victor Osimhen for Africa Cup of Nations third-place clash with Egypt

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22 h. ago Morocco hosts Senegal for the Africa Cup final. Here's what you need to know

Morocco hosts Senegal in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, ending a four-week tournament that showcased the continent's best soccer

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32 h. ago Brentford get huge boost ahead of Chelsea derby clash as long

The Africa Cup of Nations has impacted Keith Andrews’ selection since December

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33 h. ago Morocco aiming to end 50 years of hurt in Afcon final showdown

Morocco have not won the Africa Cup of Nations since 1976

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35 h. ago Football Daily | Stand up, if you love Afcon! Caf decision baffling after vintage edition

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations reaches its big finale in 2026 on Sunday, having rolled on through the annual festive time warp, outlasting Enzo Maresca, Ruben Amorim and Ryan Mason Xabi Alonso. Some Premier League teams will have played games in four different competitions by the time they welcome their players home. Wedged into the domestic calendar’s most crowded months, Afcon can get overlooked and more’s the pity, because the 2025-26 tournament has been a vintage edition. The group stage may have lacked big surprises but was still packed with late twists, ridiculous goals and dramatic storylines. Two different coaches named Cameroon squads amid a pre-tournament power struggle; their first opponents, Gabon, were disbanded by their government after going out early (a decision quietly reversed this week). Sudan and Mozambique earned historic victories, bringing light to fans suffering through conflict. We were introduced to Kuka Mb...

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38 h. ago Liverpool consider drafting Mo Salah straight back into squad for Marseille trip

Forward due to fly back from Afcon on SundayLiverpool play Champions League game on WednesdayLiverpool are in talks with Mohamed Salah over the forward making an immediate return to Arne Slot’s squad for their Champions League trip to Marseille next week.Salah is due back at Liverpool after Egypt’s involvement in the Africa Cup of Nations ends on Saturday. Egypt face Nigeria in a third-place play-off in Casablanca after suffering another loss to a Sadio Mané-inspired Senegal in the semi-finals. The 33-year-old Salah travelled to Morocco with uncertainty surrounding his future having accused the club of throwing him “under the bus” after a poor run of results and claiming he no longer had a relationship with Slot. Liverpool are unbeaten in the 11 matches since Slot first dropped Salah at West Ham. Continue reading...

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41 h. ago Liverpool highlight key game for Mohamed Salah’s return after Africa Cup of Nations

The Egypt international will return from the Africa Cup of Nations after the third-place play-off, following defeat in the semi-finals to Senegal

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41 h. ago Liverpool: Arne Slot confirms Mohamed Salah return date after AFCON 2025 exit

Talisman departed for Africa Cup of Nations duty shortly after fiery interview

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41 h. ago Arne Slot reveals Mohamed Salah talks and return timeline after AFCON heartbreak

Mohamed Salah has been away on Africa Cup of Nations duty with Egypt since mid-December and will miss his seventh Liverpool game this weekend before returning next week

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43 h. ago African football chiefs accused of not consulting fully over controversial Afcon change

Tournament to be played every four years from 2028Federation denies statutes breached in making decisionThe Confederation of African Football (Caf) has been accused of pushing through its controversial decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) every four years without properly consulting member federations.Several presidents of African football federations have told the Guardian they were not informed of the decision until it was surprisingly announced by the Caf president, Patrice Motsepe, on 20 December, prompting claims that the confederation breached its statutes by failing to seek approval at a general assembly. Continue reading...

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62 h. ago Liam Rosenior holds back Chelsea star as angry Arsenal row erupts after semi

Enzo Fernandez and Martin Zubimendi involved in furious post-match bust-up after thrilling Carabao Cup semi-final clash

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65 h. ago Liam Rosenior holds back Chelsea star as angry row erupts after Arsenal showdown

Enzo Fernandez and Martin Zubimendi involved in furious post-match bust-up after thrilling Carabao Cup semi-final clash

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65 h. ago Sadio Mane shows true colours with Mo Salah comments after Liverpool icons clash

Sadio Mane has sent a message of support to Mohamed Salah after the Liverpool forward's Africa Cup of Nations heartbreak, with Egypt suffering semi-final defeat to Senegal

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66 h. ago When Mohamed Salah will return to Liverpool after Egypt suffer Africa Cup of Nations blow

Salah can still claim a medal at the Africa Cup of Nations

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68 h. ago Sadio Mane reveals Mo Salah stance after Liverpool icons clash

Sadio Mane scored the only goal in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final as Senegal beat Egypt, with two former Liverpool teammates going head-to-head.

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