February 23, 2026

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AFCON 2025: Senegal Coach Praises Grit After 1–0 Win Over Mali

Senegal head coach Pape Bouna Thiaw heaped praise on his players’ resilience and tactical discipline after they secured a 1–0 victory over Mali to reach the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semifinals in Tangier on Friday. The Lions of Teranga booked their spot in the last four with a hard‑earned win that highlighted both patience

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AFCON 2025: Hosts Morocco Beat Cameroon 2–0 to Reach Semifinals

Morocco booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semifinals with a convincing 2–0 victory over Cameroon in their quarter‑final clash at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on *Friday, January 9, 2026. The host nation controlled much of the contest against the five‑time African champions, taking the lead in the 26th

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AFCON 2025: Iliman Ndiaye’s Strike Sends Senegal into Semifinals With 1–0 Quarterfinal Win Over Mali

Senegal booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semifinals with a narrow 1–0 victory over Mali in their quarter‑final clash at the Grande Stade de Tanger on Friday, January 9, 2026. Iliman Ndiaye’s first‑half goal proved decisive as the Lions of Teranga edged past a resilient but undermanned Malian side. The only

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AFCON 2025: Mahrez Acknowledges Pressure, Aims High Ahead of Nigeria Quarter‑Final Clash

Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has openly acknowledged the pressure on his side to deliver and expressed his ambition to lead the Desert Foxes to victory as they prepare to face Nigeria in their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter‑final in Marrakech this Saturday. Addressing the media at a pre‑match press conference, Mahrez highlighted the significance

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AFCON 2025: Chelle Keeps Focus Sharp, Downplays Expectations Ahead of Algeria Clash

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle maintained a calm and measured tone at Friday’s press conference ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter‑final against Algeria in Marrakech, emphasizing preparation and game‑by‑game focus amid mounting expectations from fans and media. Chelle stressed that despite Nigeria’s impressive run to the knockout stage, highlighted by a

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FIFA World Cup Security Preview: FBI in Morocco to Study AFCON 2025 Safety Operations

By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York As the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 (AFCON) unfolds in Morocco, an official delegation from the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has been on the ground studying the country’s security frameworks, a move linked to preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™️ which the U.S., Mexico, and

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TRANSFER NEWS: Super Eagles Striker Sadiq Umar Seals Permanent Move to Valencia CF

Spanish La Liga club Valencia CF has officially confirmed the permanent signing of Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq from Real Sociedad, bringing the Nigerian forward back to the Mestalla Stadium on a contract through June 2028. Valencia announced the deal on Thursday, underlining the club’s intent to bolster its attacking options as it battles in

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CAF Alters Referee Appointments After Morocco Complaints Ahead of AFCON 2025 Quarter‑Finals

Controversy has erupted behind the scenes of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) adjusts referee assignments for the quarter‑final stage following complaints from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) about officiating arrangements. Reports emerging from multiple sources indicate that Morocco officially lodged a protest with CAF over delays

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Former Premier League Referee David Coote Gets Suspended Sentence Over Indecent Child Image Charge

Former Premier League referee David Coote has been handed a nine‑month prison sentence, suspended for two years, after pleading guilty to possessing an indecent image of a child, in a case that has shocked the football community and sparked widespread media attention. The 43‑year‑old ex‑official, who once officiated in England’s top flight and was FIFA‑listed,

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Morocco Coach Gives Injury Update, Tackles Media Criticism Ahead of Cameroon Clash

Morocco head coach Walid Regragui has provided a detailed fitness update and addressed media concerns as the hosts prepare to face Cameroon in their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter‑final this Friday at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Speaking at a pre‑match press conference on Thursday, Regragui confirmed that forward Hamza Igamane has

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