Senegal prime minister Ousmane Sonko has expressed his displeasure over the prison sentencing of 18 Senegalese fans by a Moroccan court for invading the pitch during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final in Rabat, Afrosport reports. The Teranga Lions defeated the tournaments hosts Morocco 1-0 in extra time after the game had been delayed in regular time over a penalty awarded to the Atlas Lions...
Morocco captain Romain Saiss has announced his retirement from international football just four months away from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Afrosport reports. The 35-year-old was part of the Atlas Lions at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. He however featured for just 19 minutes in their group opener against Comoros after picking up a muscle injury which saw him miss the rest of the tournament,...
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) plans legal action with CAF and FIFA over Senegal's walk-off during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, Afrosport reports. FRMF's statement on its official X handle on Monday highlighted the referee's penalty decision, deemed correct by experts. It also thanked Moroccan fans for their unwavering support and expressed appreciation to contributors who ensured a successful tournament. “The Royal Moroccan...
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has shared his thoughts ahead of South Africa’s match against Egypt in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Afrosport reports. South Africa opened their campaign with an entertaining 2-1 win over Angola on Monday, a game that could easily have gone either way. Oswin Appollis gave Bafana the lead in the 21st minute, only for Angola to equalise in the 35th...
The Super Eagles of Nigeria arrived in Fes, Morocco, on Thursday as they prepare to compete in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Afrosport reports. Eric Chelle's team reached their destination, having camped in Cairo, Egypt, since Monday and lost 2-1 to the Pharaohs in a warm-up friendly the following day. Their arrival firmly places the squad in tournament mode, as they transition from planning to...
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