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

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

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,

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

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

Bechem United assistant coach Mallam Yahaya has assured supporters that the team will learn from their humiliating defeat to Asante Kotoko over the weekend.The Hunters on Sunday suffered a disappointing 6-0 defeat to the Porcupine Warriors in their Week 16 fixture of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.Speaking in his post-match interview, Mallam Yahaya argued that his team did not deserve to lose by the huge scoreline, adding that they will work to correct their mistakes before

Bechem United assistant coach Mallam Yahaya has argued that the team did not deserve to lose 6-0 to Asante Kotoko in their Ghana Premier League Week 16 fixture.Nicknamed the Hunters, Bechem United were in Kumasi on Sunday and played against the Porcupine Warriors at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.In a game where Bechem United hit the goal post five times, the team suffered a humiliating 6-0 defeat to the Reds.Speaking in his post-match interview, Mallam Yahaya admitted that his team

Karela United head coach Nurudeen Amadu has stressed the importance of his sideâ??s 1-1 draw away to Swedru All Blacks, describing the point as vital in their push for stability and survival in the Ghana Premier League.Karela earned the draw on Sunday at the Swedru Sports Stadium after a disciplined display that limited the hosts for long spells and saw the visitors recover from conceding first.Amadu underlined that taking something from a difficult away fixture was essential

Karela United head coach Nurudeen Amadu has expressed satisfaction after his side earned a hard-fought 1-1 draw away to Swedru All Blacks, describing the point as a welcome reward in a difficult Ghana Premier League encounter.The match, played at the Swedru Sports Stadium on Sunday, saw Karela frustrate the hosts with a disciplined display, particularly after falling behind.Amadu acknowledged the challenge of the fixture and praised his players for sticking to their tactical plan

Aduana FC coach CioabÄ? AristicÄ? has revealed he will need five new signings to win the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League.The two-time Premier League champions currently sit 3rd on the league log with 29 points, behind Medeama and Asante Kotoko, who are both on 30 points.Aduana came from behind to draw 2-2 with Young Apostles on Sunday in the Matchday 16 games at the Wenchi Sports Stadium."You know I have injuries. One central defender, our captain Alex Boakye, is injured,

Burkina Faso captain Bertrand Traoré has launched a scathing criticism of Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea, claiming poor officiating cost his team in their 1-0 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) defeat to Algeria on Saturday.The decisive moment came in the first half, when Laryea awarded Algeria a penalty, which captain Riyad Mahrez converted. The goal proved enough to secure Algeria's qualification for the Round of 16.Traore, however, claimed the officiating was heavily

Dreams FC head coach Winfred Dormon cut a frustrated figure after watching his side surrender a two-goal advantage in a dramatic 3-2 defeat to Bibiani GoldStars at Dunâ??s Park on Sunday.He insisted his team deserved a positive result despite extending their away struggles.Dreams FC looked set for a rare away win after Abdul Razak Salifu scored twice inside 20 minutes, putting the visitors firmly in control and leaving GoldStars chasing the game at the break.The hosts responded

The West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B has brought the 2025 football season to a successful close, efficiently delivering all planned programmes and competitions and further cementing its reputation as one of the most organised and progressive zones within the Confederation of African Football (CAF).Guided by the visionary leadership of Executive Director Philippe Tchere, WAFU Zone B continued its evolution into a modern, purpose-driven football institution. Throughout the

"I donâ??t feel the same vibe I felt in Ivory Coast or Gabon, where every second of the tournament you felt like you were truly in a tournament. There is no vibe here; there is no typical AFCON atmosphere. Itâ??s fine that we play the games and have the stadiums and everything we need, but in Ivory Coast, the stadiums were full and the crowds were involved. When we took the bus to training, people were waving and carrying flags. Here, you see nothing.â? These are

When was the last time you did Accra to Kumasi by road or rail? And how long did it take you to complete that journey? This was a journey that was done in 4 hours a number of years ago by road. Not anymore. Depending on who you speak to these days, you are likely to hear 6, 7 or possibly 8 hours if you have to navigate your way past traffic on multiple stretches.Now this is a distance of only 250km. For a stretch that links two of the countryâ??s biggest cities, this is poor

Dreams FC coach Wilfred Dormon insists the red incident in the match played a huge role in their defeat against Bibiani Goldstars in the Ghana Premier League.The Miners recovered from 2-0 down to beat visiting Dreams FC 3-2 in Week 16 thriller at Dun's Park on Sunday, December 28, 2025.The Still Believe lads were reduced to ten-men after Adams Aminu was giving the marching orders. Before being sent off, Dreams FC were in the lead in the highly competitive clash.Speaking after

Head coach of Dreams FC Wilfred Dormon has expressed his disappointment following defeat against Bibiani Goldstars in the Ghana Premier League.The Miners recovered from 2-0 down to beat visiting Dreams FC 3-2 in Week 16 thriller at Dun's Park on Sunday, December 28, 2025.â??It was a decent game. We started the game very high and managed to close the first half. In the second half, we did some tactical adjustment and our opponent also made some changes to their play. My disappointment