AFCON
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International
Morocco Stopped Cold as VAR Drama Ends Perfect Run
VAR Chaos Halts Morocco’s March Morocco’s stunning 19-game winning streak came to an abrupt end as the AFCON hosts were held to a tense 1-1 draw by Mali in Rabat, with both goals arriving from the penalty spot after VAR intervention. The result denied the Atlas Lions the chance to…
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International
Late Twist in Marrakech as Angola Let Victory Slip Again
Angola Lead, Zimbabwe Refuse to Fold Angola and Zimbabwe remain winless at AFCON 2025 after a tense 1–1 draw in Marrakech, a result that left both sides frustrated and under pressure heading into the final group games. Angola looked on course for a crucial three points after a strong opening…
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International
Salah Delivers as 10-Man Egypt Power Into AFCON Knockouts
Penalty Drama Sends Egypt Through Mohamed Salah once again proved decisive as Egypt booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage with a gritty 1-0 win over South Africa in Agadir — despite playing the entire second half with ten men. The Liverpool forward struck from the…
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International
One Moment of Magic Saves South Africa as Angola Fall Short
South Africa Finally Start with a Win South Africa claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Angola in their opening Group B match at the Africa Cup of Nations in Marrakesh, ending a 21-year wait for an opening-game win at the continental finals. The result did not come easily. Bafana Bafana…
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International
Salah Silences the Noise as Egypt Survive AFCON Scare
Late Drama Saves Egypt from Embarrassment Mohamed Salah had no need to apologise to his teammates as Egypt escaped with a dramatic late victory over Zimbabwe, surviving an uncomfortable opening to their Africa Cup of Nations campaign. After squandering early dominance, the seven-time champions relied on a moment of brilliance…
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International
Mali Missed Everything, Zambia Took Everything That Mattered
Mali Take Control from the Start Mali began their Group A clash with Zambia on the front foot, controlling possession and setting the tempo from the opening whistle. Their pressing pinned Zambia deep, forcing mistakes and fouls, but despite the dominance, clear chances were difficult to convert. Zambia struggled to…
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International
Morocco Stumble, Then Strike as AFCON Begins with a Statement
Hosts Tested in AFCON Opener Africa Cup of Nations hosts Morocco were made to work harder than expected as they opened their tournament with a 2-0 victory over Comoros, overcoming early frustration to justify their status as competition favourites. In front of a packed Prince Moulay Abdallah Stadium, the Atlas…
