Striker Ayoub El Kaabi scored a brace on Monday night to inspire Morocco to thump Zambia 3-0 in their final group match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).The lethal forward started the Group A contest and netted his first of the day after just nine minutes into the first half. El Kaabi showed good positioning and ran onto a clever pass from Azzedine Ounahi to head into the Zambia net for the opening goal.In a game where El Kaabi led the lines with an impressive work ethic

Congo DR, already through to the knockouts, face Botswana in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group finale at Al Barid Stadium on Tuesday.A return of four points from a possible six has propelled Congo DR into the round of 16, but in contrast, Botswana have suffered an early exit after two defeats so far, setting the stage for a finale with differing ambitions.Entering the latest rendition of the Nations Cup as one of the dark horses worth keeping an eye on, Congo DR have further

Bibiani Gold Stars coach Fritz Schmid praised his players after a dramatic comeback win over Dreams FC, pointing to their response and effort at Dunâ??s Park.Gold Stars looked in trouble early in the Ghana Premier League Week 16 clash when Dreams FC took a 2-0 lead. The hosts responded with belief and fight, rallying to claim a dramatic 3-2 home win.Reflecting on the turnaround, Schmid highlighted both the challenges his side faced and the bravery shown by his players.â??First

Tournament favourites Senegal face Benin on Tuesday as Group D concludes at the Ibn Batouta Stadium in Tangier, with both sides well-placed to reach the knockout stages of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Benin arrive buoyed by a landmark 1â??0 victory over Botswana on Saturday, which marked the first AFCON win in the nationâ??s history, while the leaders sealed qualification following a hard fought 1â??1 draw with DR Congo in their previous outing.Beninâ??s AFCON campaign

Already assured of top spot in Group C, Nigeria face Uganda at Fez Stadium on Tuesday in round three of the Africa Cup of Nations group stage.The Super Eagles secured victories in their opening two games of the campaign and sit three points clear at the top of the group, while the Cranes are bottom on one point due to an inferior goal difference to third-placed Tanzania.Death, taxes and Nigeria making heavy weather of what appeared to be routine wins â?? the Super Eagles had

Tanzania and Tunisia will clash for the second automatic qualification spot in Group C of the Africa Cup of Nations when they meet at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat on Tuesday.The Taifa Stars enter this contest off the back of a 1-1 draw against neighbours Uganda, while their opponents will be looking to recover from a 3-2 loss to Nigeria.That defeat meant that if they were to keep alive hopes of making it through to the round of 16 for the first time in their history, they had to

Right to Dream Academy chairman Sir Mohamed Mansour has outlined what he â??lovesâ? about the institution after it was named Best Academy at the 2025 Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai.The prestigious recognition, announced on Sunday, December 28, places the Ghana-based academy among the most respected development centres in world football and reinforces its growing influence beyond the African continent.The award highlights a model that combines elite football training with formal

Sudan's Ghanaian coach, Kwesi Appiah, has boldly declared his team's ambition to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after leading them to their first tournament victory in 13 years.A 1-0 win over Equatorial Guinea, secured by a 74th-minute own goal from Saul Coco, has reignited Sudan's campaign and given them a clear path to the knockout stages.In a confident post-match statement, Appiah emphasised that the historic win was merely a stepping stone toward a

Following Sudan's historic victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, a Sudanese journalist has detailed the profound, multi-layered impact Ghanaian coach Kwesi Appiah has had on the nation's football, crediting him with a transformation that borders on the miraculous.Journalist Ibrahim Salih, speaking to Sporty FM after Sudan's first AFCON win in 13 years, painted a vivid picture of Appiah's influence, which he ranked as the most significant factor in the team's

Following Sudan's historic victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, a Sudanese journalist offered a powerful tribute that placed national coach Kwesi Appiah's impact in the highest regard.Journalist Ibrahim Salih made the emotional statement after Ghanaian coach Kwesi Appiah led Sudan to their first AFCON win in 13 years, a 1-0 triumph over Equatorial Guinea. In his assessment, Appiah's role in transforming the team's fortunes was paramount."To be honest,

A Sudanese journalist has expressed deep national gratitude to Ghana, crediting coach Kwesi Appiah for what he describes as a miraculous transformation of Sudanese football.The emotional tribute from journalist Ibrahim Salih comes after the former Black Stars coach led Sudan to a historic 1-0 victory over Equatorial Guinea at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nationsâ??their first win in the tournament in 13 years.Salih placed Appiahâ??s contribution second only to divine intervention

Ghanaâ??s Right to Dream Academy has been honoured with the Best Academy award at the 2025 Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai, a major international endorsement of Africaâ??s growing influence in elite player development.The recognition, announced on Sunday, December 28, places the Ghana-based institution among the most respected development centres in world football and highlights its impact beyond the continent.Right to Dream was celebrated for a holistic approach that blends

South Africa are through to the Round 16 stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after beating Zimbabwe 3-2 on Monday to finish second in Group B.The Bafana Bafana went into todayâ??s meeting knowing that a win was crucial to secure their place in the knockout stage.With coach Hugo Broos fielding a strong starting eleven, the instructions were clear: battle throughout 90 minutes to amass all three points.The players, determined to get the job done, started the contest

Barimah Baah has reached out to Bibiani Gold Stars supporters ahead of the midweek clash with Medeama, asking them to turn up in numbers and push the team forward at Dunâ??s Park.The midfielder spoke after Gold Stars staged a spirited comeback from two goals down to beat Dreams FC 3-2 in a dramatic Ghana Premier League Week 16 match at home. That result lifted the mood around the club and set the tone for Wednesdayâ??s encounter.Baah believes the energy from the stands can

Kylian Mbappe has tipped host nation Morocco as serious contenders for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, according to a revelation from his close friend and Moroccan captain Achraf Hakimi.The endorsement came after the Real Madrid forward made a high-profile visit to Rabat, attending Morocco's Group A match against Mali at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.Hakimi, speaking to the media ahead of Morocco's upcoming clash with Zambia, shed light on his former PSG teammate's

Kylian Mbappe made a high-profile appearance in Rabat during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), where his close friend and Moroccan captain Achraf Hakimi revealed the French forward's deepening affection for the country.Mbappe, now with Real Madrid, attended Morocco's Group A match against Mali at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on December 26, drawing significant attention from fans and media. His presence was a personal gesture of support for Hakimi, a bond solidified

Egypt have topped Group B with seven points after drawing goalless with Angola in their final group match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).The Pharaohs went into Mondayâ??s game having won their first two matches of the campaign.With qualification already secured, Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan opted to rest his key players, leaving the likes of Mohamed Salah, Trezeguet, and Omar Marmoush all on the bench.Although the gaffer fielded a new-look starting eleven, Egypt

Hearts of Oak coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani has delivered promising news on the recovery of first-choice goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, indicating the shot-stopper is nearing a return to competitive action.Asare has been sidelined since suffering an injury in an international friendly against South Korea in November, missing the last seven Ghana Premier League matches.However, the Black Stars goalkeeper has made significant progress in his rehabilitation. Dramani confirmed that Asare has

Barimah Baah placed Bibiani Gold Starsâ?? dramatic comeback against Dreams FC down to the clear and steady guidance from coach Fritz Schmid, which helped the team stay calm and follow a new plan.Gold Stars came back from two goals down to record a thrilling 3-2 win over Dreams FC in their Ghana Premier League Week 16 match at Dunâ??s Park, with Baah scoring twice to lead the turnaround.The midfielder explained that the coachâ??s ideas took time to sink in, but once the

Barimah Baah played a key role as Bibiani Gold Stars turned a difficult afternoon into a famous 3-2 win over Dreams FC in the Ghana Premier League, even though the team did not begin the match well.The midfielder, who was later named Man of the Match, admitted the opening stages were tough despite solid preparation during the week. Gold Stars went two goals down early at Dunâ??s Park before showing strong character and belief to fight back and claim all three points in a thrilling