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CAF releases AFCON 2025 Best XI following Morocco finals

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled its Best XI of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, recognising the standout...

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Morocco lodge complaint as CAF condemns conduct in AFCON final

Morocco are preparing to submit a formal complaint to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following a series of incidents during the...

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Senegal deny Morocco on home soil to lift second AFCON title

Senegal were crowned Africa Cup of Nations champions after Pape Gueye’s stunning extra-time goal secured a 1-0 victory over hosts Morocco in...

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Nwabali on belief, team spirit and AFCON bronze after penalty heroics

Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali produced a performance to remember, saving two penalties as the Super Eagles edged past Egypt in a dramatic...

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Nwabali shines as Nigeria defeat Egypt in AFCON third-place play-off

Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was the hero as Nigeria secured the Africa Cup of Nations bronze medal with a penalty shootout victory over...

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CAF defends refereeing investment after Nigeria–Morocco backlash

A senior Confederation of African Football (CAF) official has insisted the organisation is investing heavily in refereeing standards, following criticism that emerged...

CAF’s appointment of Ghanaian and South African officials for Nigeria vs Morocco semi-final sparks debate among Nigerian fans.

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Ghanaian referee plays down backlash after Nigeria’s AFCON exit

The Ghanaian referee who officiated Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations semi-final defeat by Morocco has responded to criticism of his performance, saying...

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Egypt vs Nigeria preview: Super Eagles chase AFCON bronze against Pharaohs

Still nursing the disappointment of falling short at the final hurdle, Egypt and Nigeria return to action on Saturday when they meet...

Cameroon FA challenges CAF over Samuel Eto’o’s four-match ban, questioning the process and lack of clarity behind the decision.

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Cameroon FA challenges CAF over Eto’o disciplinary ruling

Cameroon football federation has criticised the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) decision to suspend its president, Samuel Eto’o, following incidents at the...