By Paul Lucky Okoku A controlled knockout performance defined by tempo, trust, and structure—dominant in execution, but properly measured in context “In tournament football, authority is revealed not in moments of excitement, but in long stretches where the opponent is denied belief.” Match Context This Round of 16 tie at the Africa Cup of
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
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the Best XI from the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. This selection highlights the most impactful and consistent players who have set the tone for the tournament’s knockout rounds. Best XI of AFCON 2025 Group Stage: Goalkeeper: Mohamed El Shenawy
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Egypt head coach Hosam Hassan has praised his team’s tactical discipline and his unwavering faith in star forward Mohamed Salah after the Pharaohs secured a gritty 1–0 win over South Africa in Friday’s Group B clash at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Speaking to journalists after the
The 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations commenced in grand style on Sunday, December 21, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. The opening ceremony featured electrifying performances by international music sensations, including French Montana, Davido, L’Artiste, and Jaylann, captivating a global audience and setting the tone for Africa’s premier football tournament.
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has officially launched a refreshed visual identity for its flagship Interclub competitions, the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League and TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup. The unveiling comes ahead of the group stage draws, scheduled at CAF Broadcast Partner SuperSport studios in Johannesburg today at 13h00 local time (11h00 GMT). The new