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The first upset of the Africa Cup of Nations: Mali eliminates Tunisia on penalties

The Malian national team eliminated Tunisia from the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after winning 3-2 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw after extra time at the Mohammed V Stadium. Everything seemed to point towards a victory for the Carthage Eagles in Casablanca, especially after Coulibaly received a red card […]

Sudan’s AFCON campaign ends with a 3-1 defeat to Senegal in the Round of 16

The Sudanese national team failed to maintain their lead and suffered a 3-1 defeat to Senegal in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The match, played at the Grand Stade de Tanger, saw the Falcons of Jediane start perfectly, scoring the first goal in the sixth minute through Amir Abdallah […]

After his stellar performance at AFCON, Ayoub El Kaabi is on La Liga’s radar

Ayoub El Kaabi’s impressive performances with the Moroccan national team at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have attracted the attention of several European clubs, most recently a prominent Spanish club. El Kaabi scored a spectacular overhead kick in the opening match of the tournament against Comoros, a goal that will forever be etched in […]

An Arab country is close to hosting the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

Morocco is nearing the honor of hosting the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup, according to reports from the renowned Moroccan newspaper Hespress. Morocco already impressed everyone during its hosting of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, thanks to its outstanding stadiums, large and enthusiastic crowds, excellent hospitality, and ideal logistical arrangements. Now, FIFA is still […]

Tunisia to immediately dismiss coach Sami Trabelsi under one condition!

Tunisian media outlets have reported that Sami Trabelsi, the coach of the Tunisian national team, may be nearing the end of his tenure with the Carthage Eagles, and it is highly unlikely he will remain in his position until the 2026 World Cup. Trabelsi has faced considerable criticism due to Tunisia’s performance in the group […]

A controversial Egyptian referee will officiate the Algeria-DR Congo match

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has assigned an all-Egyptian refereeing team to officiate the Algeria-DR Congo match in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Referee Mohamed Maarouf will be the main referee, assisted by Ahmed Hossam Taha and Mahmoud Abou El-Regal, with Amin Omar serving as the fourth official. […]

Round of 16 Fixtures for Africa Cup of Nations 2025

The group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations was incredibly exciting, with qualification for the Round of 16 remaining undecided until the very last moments. This resulted in fierce competition between the teams over the three rounds, leading to some truly thrilling matches. There were some unforgettable matches in the group stage of […]

Tunisia faces a tough challenge in the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16

The Tunisian national team settled for a 1-1 draw against Tanzania at the Olympic Stadium, in their final match of Group C at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Tunisia began their campaign with a 3-1 victory over Uganda, followed by a 3-2 loss to Nigeria, and finally this draw with Tanzania. This draw secured […]

Egypt Seeks to Host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations

Egyptian media outlets have reported that the Egyptian Football Association is considering submitting a formal bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations. The 2027 edition is scheduled to be held in Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya, with the 2028 edition to follow a year later as an exception. The tournament will then be held […]

For the second time… Ayoub El Kaabi scores a bicycle kick in AFCON 2025

Ayoub El Kaabi scored another spectacular goal in the Africa Cup of Nations during Morocco’s match against Zambia in the third round of the group stage. El Kaabi had previously opened his AFCON account with an incredible bicycle kick against Comoros in the first round. In the match against Zambia, El Kaabi scored his country’s […]