Emerse Fae, the man who coached Ivory Coast to glory at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), believes it would be “easier” for organisers and players if the tournament was played every four years, instead of every two. The Nations Cup has long had issues around its scheduling, and the repeated battles between clubs and countries over its timing ...
Ghana finds itself in Group F for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers, hoping to return to their winning ways. The four-time champions, nicknamed the “Black Stars,” will face off against Angola, Sudan, and Niger in their group. This news comes after the official draw held in Johannesburg on July 4th, 2024. While Ghana boasts a prestigious ...
The stage is set for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations AFCON 2025 qualifiers draw, taking place on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in Johannesburg, South Africa. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know: Participating Teams: A total of 48 African nations will battle it out for a spot in the prestigious tournament. Teams will be divided into four ...
Former Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has expressed concerns over the timing of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), scheduled to be held in Morocco from December 2025 to January 2026. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) recently announced these dates, raising potential conflicts with the European football calendar. Agyemang-Badu, who represented Ghana in multiple AFCON tournaments and was ...
CAF Executive Committee to discuss key issues in upcoming meeting The Confederation of African Football’s Executive Committee will meet virtually on Friday, June 21, 2024, to deliberate on several significant matters, including the dates for upcoming continental championships. The meeting, chaired by CAF President Patrice Motsepe, will commence at 1400 GMT and will address. Critical issues impacting African football. Among ...
Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has expressed his lingering frustration over a controversial coaching decision during the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations final against Egypt. Despite being a key player throughout the tournament, Gyan, now 38, revealed he was surprisingly pulled from the game just two minutes after Egypt took the lead. “It pained me because I predicted I would ...
Ivory Coast etched their name deeper into footballing history on Sunday night, securing a thrilling 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. Nigeria drew first blood through William Troost-Ekong in the 38th-minute, but the resilient Ivoirians refused to surrender. Their fighting spirit materialized in the 62nd minute when Franck Kessié levelled the score, igniting ...
Former Roma manager Jose Mourinho has taken aim at European football’s use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), praising the contrasting approach at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in Ivory Coast. In a surprising statement, Mourinho confessed, “I’ve watched AFCON more than European football. They’re teaching us to be honest. VAR is used precisely how it ...
The stage is set for a clash of titans as Nigeria and Ivory Coast lock horns in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final at the Stade Alassane Ouattara tonight, with kick-off at 8 PM GMT. Both teams carry the hopes of their nations, seeking to rewrite history and claim the coveted trophy. The Super Eagles, aiming for their ...
One of the oldest players in Nigeria’s squad Ahmed Musa has told CAF website that the Super Eagles are up to the task and very determined to win the AFCON 2023 final against hosts Cote d’Ivoire on Sunday at the Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium of Ebimpe. The Super Eagles beat South Africa 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in ...