AFCON 2025

Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations final on January 18, 2026, thanks to Pape Gueye's stunning extra-time goal. The match in Rabat descended into controversy when Senegal players protested a late penalty awarded to the hosts, walking off the pitch and delaying play for over 20 minutes. Brahim Diaz missed the spot-kick, allowing Senegal to rally for their second AFCON triumph in five years.

January 17, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

On the eve of the Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal, CAF president Patrice Motsepe defended the decision to shift the tournament to every four years after 2028. He rejected accusations of undue FIFA influence and announced plans for an African Nations League in 2029. Meanwhile, FIFA officials praised the high quality of the ongoing AFCON 2025.

After topping Group D unbeaten—with a 3-0 win over Botswana and 1-1 draw against DR Congo—Senegal secured a 3-1 victory over Sudan in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 last-16 clash in Tangier, advancing to the quarter-finals after overturning an early deficit. Pape Gueye scored twice in the first half to give the Lions of Teranga the lead, with Ibrahim Mbaye adding a third late on. The win sets up a potential quarter-final against Mali or Tunisia.

January 02, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Mali and Tunisia meet in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage, both aiming to improve after modest group performances. The Eagles of Mali advanced unbeaten but scoreless in open play, while Tunisia scraped through with one victory. Coaches from both sides emphasize the need for better finishing and overall play.

Mohamed Salah converted a controversial penalty to secure a 1-0 victory for Egypt against South Africa in their Africa Cup of Nations group stage match in Agadir. The win advances the seven-time champions to the last 16 despite playing with 10 men after Mohamed Hany's red card. South Africa, who beat Angola in their opener, now face a decisive final group game.

December 25, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

Following narrow opening wins in AFCON 2025 Group B—Egypt's comeback 2-1 victory over Zimbabwe and South Africa's 1-0 defeat of Angola—the rivals meet in Agadir. Seven-time champions Egypt relied on Omar Marmoush and Mohamed Salah, while Bafana Bafana prevailed via Lyle Foster, setting up a tense clash.