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WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons edge Morocco in tense final to clinch 10th title

WAFCON 2026: Final draw set for Rabat as CAF confirms Women’s Awards announcement

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Wednesday confirmed that the final draw for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will take place in Rabat on Thursday, 15 January, Afrosport reports. The ceremony will also see CAF unveil the winners of its outstanding women’s football awards, including the highly anticipated Women’s Coach of the Year, on the same day. Scheduled for 14:00 local time...

Done Deal: Crystal Palace sign Brennan Johnson in club-record deal from Tottenham

Done Deal: Crystal Palace sign Brennan Johnson in club-record deal from Tottenham

Crystal Palace have completed the signing of Brennan Johnson from Tottenham in a club-record deal worth £35 million, the club announced on Friday. The two clubs agreed on the fee earlier in the week, but the winger delayed a final decision as he considered his options. Bournemouth were also monitoring the situation as they look to replace Manchester City target Antoine Semenyo. Johnson eventually opted for...

AFCON 2025: Lookman shines alongside Chelle as CAF unveil Group Stage Best XI

AFCON 2025: Lookman shines alongside Chelle as CAF unveil Group Stage Best XI

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has been named in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Team of the Group Stage, with Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle also recognised after leading his side to a perfect record. The team was unveiled by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Friday, following the conclusion of the group stage. Nigeria were one of the standout teams, winning all...

AFCON 2025: Salah scores injury-time winner as Egypt edge Zimbabwe in opener

AFCON 2025: Salah scores injury-time winner as Egypt edge Zimbabwe in opener

A late Mohamed Salah winner rescued a victory for Egypt and denied a resilient Zimbabwe, as the Pharaohs came from behind to win 2-1 in their opening match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Afrosport reports. Egypt dominated the first half, with Salah creating chances, but it was Zimbabwe who took the lead. Prince Dube gave the Warriors a shocking lead against the run...

AFCON 2023: Injury blow for Nigeria as Alhassan Yusuf replaces Ndidi

AFCON 2025: Ndidi takes the armband as new Super Eagles captain

Wilfred Ndidi has been named the new captain of the Super Eagles following the retirements of Ahmed Musa and William Troost-Ekong, Afrosport reports. The midfielder has previously served as stand-in captain on several occasions and has now been officially entrusted with the armband. Speaking on his new role, Ndidi said: “It’s a huge responsibility, and with the help of the players, everything will go smoothly.” A...