South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has voiced strong concerns about the atmosphere and organisation at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in Morocco, saying the tournament lacks the traditional energy and fan engagement he has experienced at previous editions.Never one to mince his words, Broos said he is struggling to feel the familiar AFCON vibe from the host nation, despite this being his third appearance at the continental showpiece.â??I donâ??t feel the same

The stakes will be high on Monday when Zimbabwe and South Africa go head to head at the Stade de Marrakech in the final Group B game of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.While victory will see the Warriors reach the knockout stages for the first time in AFCON history, South Africa needs at least a draw to go through, having picked up three points from the first two games.Having failed to secure qualification back in 2023, it has been a challenging return to the Africa Cup of Nations

Yet to hit their best form at the Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco face Zambia at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on Monday, aiming to end the group stage on a positive note.After needing two second-half goals to defeat Comoros, the Atlas Lions then failed to pull up trees from open play in their 1-1 draw with Mali, leaving fans unconvinced before their final Group A contest against the Copper Bullets.While most eyes will be on Morocco in Mondayâ??s final match of Group A, Zambia

Comoros face Mali on Monday in a crucial Group A encounter at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with both teams still vying for a spot in the knockout stage.A victory for the Coelacanths would keep their qualification hopes alive, depending on the outcome of the Morocco vs. Zambia match, while a win for Mali would guarantee their progression to the next round.Comoros head into the fixture still searching for their first goal of the tournament

Mozambique recorded a landmark victory at the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, edging Gabon 3-2 in a pulsating Group F encounter at the Adrar Stadium in Agadir to claim their first-ever win in the tournament's history.The Mambas, under the guidance of Chiquinho Conde, showed remarkable composure and attacking intent to stun their Central African opponents in a match that came alive towards the end of the first half.After a cagey opening 30 minutes, Mozambique broke the deadlock

Manchester United defender Ayden Heaven has ruled out the possibility of switching international allegiance from England to Ghana, dealing a blow to the Black Stars ahead of next summerâ??s FIFA World Cup.The 19-year-old centre-back, who qualifies to represent Ghana through a grandparent, has been closely monitored by the Ghana Football Association as part of efforts to strengthen the national team with dual-nationality players.However, sources have told BBC Sport that Heaven

Angola and Egypt commence the third round of group-stage matches in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a meeting at Stade Adrar on Monday.Having already qualified for the knockout stages, the Pharaohs will look to wrap up their Group B campaign on a high against Angola, who must secure maximum points from their final group outing to avoid an early exit.There is no denying Egypt's pedigree in the Nations Cup. However, their performances in recent editions have often left much

Semper Fi FC will stage a special Unity Game on Monday, December 29, 2025, at the Teshie McDan Complex, bringing together former and current players in a show of togetherness and shared identity.The match, scheduled for 7:30 am, will see Semper Fi face Semper Fi Pro in an event designed to reconnect past heroes with the present squad while celebrating the clubâ??s growth and vision. It also serves as a platform to inspire younger players within the system by showcasing clear

Asante Kotoko will be aiming for a third consecutive victory when they welcome Bechem United to the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Sunday.Head coach Karim Zito has eased pressure with recent wins over Dreams FC and Eleven Wonders, but another positive result is required to further steady Kotokoâ??s title ambitions. The Porcupine Warriors are three points off the summit, and while a win could lift them to the top, their fate will also depend on results involving fellow

Former Accra Lions winger Daniel Kwame Awuni has completed his medical and signed a permanent contract with Aduana FC.The 19-year-old attacker returns to the Ghana Premier League after spells abroad with Sarpsborg in Norway and Serbian side Cukaricki, adding valuable experience to the Aduana squad at a crucial stage of the season. An official announcement from the club is expected in the coming days.Awuniâ??s arrival comes as Aduana intensify their push for the league title.

Nigerian attacking midfielder Lawrence Dafe Egbei is training with Hearts of Oak as he seeks to secure a move to the Accra-based club.Egbei is currently being assessed by the Phobiansâ?? technical team, who are closely monitoring his performances in training. A decision on whether to proceed with his signing will depend on whether he meets the clubâ??s tactical and physical requirements.The ongoing transfer window opened on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, and is scheduled to close

Ademola Lookman delivered a match-winning performance to earn the Man of the Match award as Nigeria edged Tunisia 3-2 in a thrilling Group C clash at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.The Atalanta forward was at the heart of Nigeriaâ??s attacking play, registering a goal and assisting other two to inspire the Super Eagles to a crucial victory that sealed their qualification to the Round of 16.Playing at the Fez Stadium, Nigeria showed intent from the opening exchanges

Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gueye has lavished praise on Morocco for the organisation of the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, urging future host nations to replicate the high standards set by the North African country.The experienced Everton midfielder shared his thoughts after the Teranga Lions were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their second Group D encounter on Saturday, highlighting the quality of facilities and overall tournament setup."The other countries that will

Nigeria edged past Tunisia in a pulsating 3-2 encounter on Saturday to seal qualification for the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.The Super Eagles seized control just before halftime when Ademola Lookman provided the assist for Victor Osimhen, who calmly finished in the 44th minute to hand Nigeria a crucial lead.Momentum remained with the West Africans after the break, and they doubled their advantage when Wilfred Ndidi struck early in the second half.Ademola Lookman

Senegal and DR Congo shared the spoils after a 1-1 draw in their second Group D encounter at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday.The first half was a cagey affair, with both teams cancelling each other out in a tightly contested and tactical battle that produced few clear-cut chances.The match sprang to life after the break, and it was the Leopards who broke the deadlock in the 61st minute. Cédric Bakambu was alert inside the box, reacting quickest to a rebound from Theo

President of the Sudanese Football Association, Mutasim Jaafar Sir Al-Khatim, held a dinner for the Falcons of Jediane ahead of their crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations clash against Equatorial Guinea.Sudan takes on Equatorial Guinea in their second Group E clash, scheduled to take place at the Moulay Hassan Stadium, Rabat in Morocco on Sunday, December 28, 2025.As coach Kwasi Appiah and his charges gears up for the match, the Sudan football leader has held a special dinner for

Egyptian goalkeeper Mostafa Ahmed Shobeir has targeted victory against Angola in their final group game in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations tournament.The record AFCON title holders narrowly defeated the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in their second Group B game on Friday, earning them qualification to the knockout stage.And according to Shobeir, the Pharaohs will play better when they take on Angola in a high-stake clash on Monday."We can play better after getting rid of the

Head coach of Vision FC Nana Kwaku Agyemang has eulogized his player following their hard-fought victory against Nations FC in the Ghana Premier League on Saturday.The Tema-based outfit narrowly triumphed over the Abrankese-based outfit at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex to climb out of the relegation zoneSetsofia Aqetey's first half strike was enough for the home team to snatch maximum points in the week 16 of the Premier League.Vision FC also ended their seven-match

Nations FC coach Stephen Frimpong Manso insists his outfit deserved at a least a point in their Ghana Premier League defeat to Vision FC.The Tema-based outfit secured a hard-fought victory over the Abrankese-based outfit on Saturday to climb out of the relegation zone.Setsofia Aqetey's first half strike was enough for the home team to snatch maximum points in the week 16 of the Premier League.The teenage midfielder opened his Vision FC account in spectacular fashion as his

The Kofi Adams Foundation (KAF) has rolled out its flagship grassroots football initiative - the KAF Community Football Championship, uniting communities across the Buem Constituency in a contest of skill, pride and opportunity.The 2026 edition kicked off on 1st January in New Ayoma, featuring the group stages, and will climax on 2nd January at the Jasico Park in Jasikan with the semi-finals and grand finale.The championship has grown in scale, visibility, and technical depth, reaffirming