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AFCON 2025: Egypt held by Angola but seal top spot in Group B

AFCON 2025: Egypt held by Angola but seal top spot in Group B

Angola and Egypt played out a goalless draw in a tightly contested Africa Cup of Nations Group B encounter, with both sides creating chances but lacking the finishing touch to break the deadlock, Afrosport reports. The opening period was physical and fragmented, with frequent fouls disrupting the rhythm. Egypt enjoyed more sustained spells of possession, while Angola threatened sporadically on the break and from set pieces....

AFCON 2025: Angola and Zimbabwe share spoils in Marrakech

AFCON 2025: Angola and Zimbabwe share spoils in Marrakech

Angola and Zimbabwe played out a 1-1 draw in their Africa Cup of Nations Group B encounter in Marrakech on Friday, Afrosport reports. Both teams were beaten 2-1 in their respective group openers against South Africa and Egypt. The Palancas Negras started the brighter of the two teams and finally broke the deadlock in the 24th minute when Gelson Dala struck the ball from the edge...

AFCON 2025: Hugo Broos describes first half collapse against Angola as wake-up call

AFCON 2025: Hugo Broos describes first half collapse against Angola as wake-up call

Coach of South Africa, Hugo Broos, says he was relieved that Bafana Bafana secured all three points in their 2-1 victory over Angola, kicking off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign on a positive note, Afrosport reports. The tactician, however, expressed frustration that his team allowed Angola back into the game after taking the lead. Oswin Appollis opened the scoring for South Africa in the...

AFCON 2025: Hugo Broos confident ahead of South Africa clash with Egypt after win over Angola

AFCON 2025: Hugo Broos confident ahead of South Africa clash with Egypt after win over Angola

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...

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AFCON 2025 Preview: Egypt, South Africa, Angola & Zimbabwe in Group B

Group B at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations features a blend of experience and unpredictability. Egypt, with their seven continental titles, are favourites. South Africa, coming off a bronze medal in 2023 and led by coach Hugo Broos, aims to challenge Egypt. Meanwhile, underdogs Angola and Zimbabwe could surprise with their resilience, making this group highly competitive. Afrosport is taking a closer look at the...