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WAFCON 2026 Draw Set for January 15 in Rabat

The Confederation of African Football has announced that the draw for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will take place in Rabat, Morocco, on 15th January 2026. The tournament will feature 16 teams from across Africa, including defending champions Nigeria’s Super Falcons. Officials said the draw will determine group placements, setting the stage

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Super Eagles Must Maintain Winning Formula Ahead of Algeria Clash

Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has urged the Super Eagles to stick to the winning strategy that secured their 4‑0 victory over Mozambique in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Adepoju praised the team’s attacking and defensive performances but warned that Algeria would present a significantly tougher challenge in the

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Mali Coach Says No Favourite Ahead of AFCON Round of 16

Mali coach Tom Saintfiet has said there is no clear favourite between Mali and Tunisia ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 match. Saintfiet noted that both teams are evenly matched and warned that the game will be highly competitive. He added that Mali is fully prepared and focused on securing a

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Super Eagles Coach Addresses Osimhen-Lookman Incident

Super Eagles Coach Addresses Osimhen-Lookman IncidentFollowing Nigeria’s 4‑0 AFCON victory over Mozambique, Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle addressed the on-field clash between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. Chelle described the incident as an internal matter that will be handled privately within the team. He reassured fans that the squad remains united and focused on upcoming

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FIFA to Launch New Global Football Awards in Dubai

FIFA has announced plans to host a new annual global football awards event in partnership with the Dubai Sports Council. The awards will celebrate outstanding achievements in football worldwide, recognizing players, coaches, and teams across all levels. The inaugural event will be held in Dubai later this year and aims to become one of the

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Ivory Coast and Cameroon Share the Spoils in 1–1 Draw

Defending champions Ivory Coast were held to a 1–1 draw by Cameroon in a competitive Group F match in Marrakech. Amad Diallo put the Elephants ahead with a quality strike, but Cameroon responded with a deflected goal to level the score. Both teams created chances in a tightly contested match but were unable to find

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Sudan End Long AFCON Drought with 1–0 Victory

Sudan achieved a landmark 1–0 victory over Equatorial Guinea in Casablanca, ending a long drought of tournament success. The Falcons of Jediane secured the win with a well-taken goal, their first AFCON triumph in over a decade. The victory not only lifts Sudan off the bottom of their group but also provides a major confidence

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Mozambique Make History with First Ever AFCON Win

Mozambique recorded their first ever victory in Africa Cup of Nations history, edging Gabon 3–2 in a thrilling Group F encounter in Agadir. The Mambas fought back from a goal down to secure the historic win, with standout performances from key players helping them claim all three points. The victory has boosted team morale and

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Algeria Secure Spot in Knockout Stage with 1–0 Win Over Burkina Faso

Algeria booked their place in the Round of 16 of AFCON 2025 after a hard-fought 1–0 victory against Burkina Faso. The match, played in Rabat, saw Algeria take the lead through captain Riyad Mahrez, who converted a first-half penalty. The win lifts Algeria to six points, placing them at the top of Group E and

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Rory McIlroy Wins Third Sportsperson of the Year Award

Golf superstar Rory McIlroy capped a remarkable 2025 by winning a third major Sportsperson of the Year award. The 36-year-old, who also won The Masters this year, completed an unprecedented hat-trick of accolades. McIlroy’s season included multiple tour victories and a key role in Europe’s Ryder Cup triumph, further cementing his status as one of

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