2025 AFCON

William Troost-Ekong of Nigeria during the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match between Nigeria and South Africa at Peace Stadium of Bouaké on February 7, 2024 in Bouaké,

Olisha Ndah salutes William Troost-Ekong after shock retirement

Orlando Pirates defender Olisah Ndah has paid tribute to Super Eagles captain and national teammate William Troost-Ekong following his retirement from international football last week.

Orlando Pirates midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi

Tito not shocked by AFCON omission

Orlando Pirates playmaker Patrick “Tito” Maswanganyi says he never allowed himself to expect a Bafana Bafana call-up for this month’s AFCON in Morocco.

Bafana Bafana assistant coach Helman Mkhalele

Helman Mkhalele: FIFA’s questionable move shows blatant disregard for Africa

Bafana Bafana assistant coach Helman Mkhalele has voiced strong frustration with FIFA’s ruling that clubs may hold on to players until six days before the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament kicks off.

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Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo could miss up to seven Man Utd games while at AFCON

Manchester United will be without stars Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo for a significant number of matches when they leave for the Africa Cup of Nations later in December.

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Newcastle forward Yoane Wissa misses out on DR Congo's 2025 AFCON squad

Newcastle United have received an unexpected boost after Yoane Wissa was omitted from the DR Congo squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, which begins on 21 December.

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos

SAFA to be guided by Hugo Broos on Bafana Bafana’s squad size for AFCON

South African Football Association (SAFA) CEO Lydia Monyepao says they will follow the lead of Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos regarding the squad size Bafana will submit for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

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