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CAF to announce host for 2026 WAFCON within 48 hours

The Confederation of African Football says it will announce the host nation for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) within...

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South Africa minister challenges Morocco over WAFCON hosting doubts

South Africa’s sports minister has accused Morocco of creating uncertainty around the hosting of the next Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and...

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Moroccan court jails 18 Senegalese over AFCON final disorder

A Moroccan court has sentenced 19 football supporters to prison terms of up to one year for hooliganism linked to the Africa...

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Nigeria seek first win over Morocco in crucial Davis Cup tie

Nigeria will face Morocco in the 2026 Davis Cup World Group I play-off, with the tie scheduled for 18–20 September. The draw...

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FIFA President predicts which African team could win the World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino says Morocco have “every reason to be confident” about competing for the World Cup, praising the country’s recent...

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AFCON final fallout: Morocco challenge CAF disciplinary rulings

Morocco have confirmed they will appeal disciplinary sanctions imposed by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following last month’s controversial Africa Cup...

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Hosting or helping? South Africa explains its role in 2026 WAFCON talks

South Africa’s Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture has sought to clarify its role in discussions around the 2026 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa...

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CAF clears referee Ndala after Senegal–Morocco AFCON final controversy

CAF has reportedly cleared referee Jean-Jacques Ndala of any wrongdoing following the dramatic AFCON 2025 final between Senegal and Morocco. The Congolese...