African Cup Of Nations Related Content
Monday, Nov 18 2019
The French forward has been snubbed by his national team for over four years, and his hopes of joining another national team seem to be over.

If Karim Benzema and his agent had high hopes on the player's international future with Algeria, those hopes have been squashed by the African side's boss Djamel Belmadi.
Speaking in an interview with specialized football website DZFootball, the...
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Saturday, Nov 17 2018
In our match preview informing you where/how to watch Ethiopia’s home match against Ghana, we compare current form, team statistics, and analyze both teams’ head-to-head record.

What is the current position of Ethiopia and Ghana on the 2019 AFCON Qualifying table?
Ethiopia currently sits in second in Group F with four points after four games. On the other hand, Ghana trails the Walias by a point and although they have...
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Tuesday, Feb 7 2017
The champions of Africa are back home following their dramatic 2-1 win over Egypt on Sunday in Gabon.

AFCON 2017 champions Cameroon were received by hundreds of jovial fans in Yaounde on Monday. The Indomitable Lions were crowned champions after coming from one goal down to beat the Pharaohs of Egypt 2-1 in the finals.
Upon landing on home soil...
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Sunday, Feb 5 2017
Cameroon have been crowned the champion of the 2017 edition of the African Cup of Nations.

Cameroon are the newly-crowned Champions of Africa. The Central African country beat Egypt 2-1 in the finals on Sunday in Gabon to secure the coveted title. And now, they Indomitale Lions have overtaken Ghana on the AFCON trophy table standings.
Hugo...
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Sunday, Feb 5 2017
Here's why Joel Matip has been trending on Twitter after the finals of the African Cup of Nations.

Cameroonian defender Joel Matip has been the subject of memes and trolls on Twitter since his country's victory over Egypt in the finals of the African Cup of Nations on Sunday in Gabon. Here's how it all started:
As Cameroon's coach Hugo Broos...
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Sunday, Feb 5 2017
Cameroon had a double win at the African Cup of Nations - the title of the champions, and the producers of the man of the tournament.

The Confederations of African Football has revealed the winner of the Player of the Tournament award at the just-concluded African Cup of Nations. The prestigious award goes to Cameroon's Christian Bassogog (pictured below).The 21-year-old played six...
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Sunday, Feb 5 2017
Essam El Hadary has added one more feather to his already-crowded cap at AFCON.

Despite losing to Cameroon in the finals of the African Cup of Nations, Egyptian Goalkeeper Essam El-Hadary has been named the best goalkeeper a the tournament. The 44-year-old was in a somber mood as the Pharaohs lost a 1-0 lead to go down 2-1 to Cameroon...
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Sunday, Feb 5 2017
Cameroon are the new champions of the African Cup of Nations, thanks to goals from two super-subs in the second half.

AFCON 2017 finalists Cameroon broke a 55-year-old record held by Ethiopia in the finals of the African Cup of Nations. The Indomitable Lions were a goal down by the 22nd minute when Eyptian midfielder Mohamed Elneny opened the scoring for the North African...
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Sunday, Jan 29 2017
The semi-finalists of the African Cup of Nations have been confirmed after Saturday's quarter-final clashes.

In the first quarter-final Ghana edged out RD Congo to book a spot in the semis against Cameroon. In the second quarter-finals, Egypt sent rivals Morocco packing to book a date with Burkina Faso.
The first semifinal will be played on February...
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Saturday, Jan 28 2017
Senegal's exit from the AFCON could only mean one thing....

Sadio Mane is set to return to Liverpool quite early following Senegal's exit from the African Cup of Nations. The Teranga Lions were bundled out of the competition after losing 5-4 to rivals Cameroon.
Senegal's elimination comes as a blessing...
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Tuesday, Jan 24 2017
Elneny has no plans to leave the Emirates any time soon, the player has confirmed.

Arsenal's January signing Mohamed Elneny has revealed his plans to spend his future at the North London club. The Egyptian midfielder is currently representing his country at the African Cup of Nations in Gabon.
In an interview with the Daily...
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Sunday, Jan 22 2017
Gabon are out of the African Cup of Nations, and the are now the new holders of an unwanted record.

Gabon, the hosts of the 2017 African Cup of Nations, have been bundled out of the competition. Despite having the likes of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to their ranks, the Panthers could not find the back of the net against Cameroon as the two sides settled...
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Friday, Jan 20 2017
The Gabonese striker discussed his future with Borussia Dortmund, and whether he will stay with them past this summer.

Borussia Dortmund star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang may be away at the 2017 African Cup of Nations, but speculation regarding his future in Europe continues. He was linked with a world-record move to China, but no one expected the Real Madrid to pack up...
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Tuesday, Jan 17 2017
As Ghana prepares to face rivals Uganda in the African Cup of Nations, here are some key points about this epic clash.

Group D action begins today when Ghana takes on Uganda in the African Cup of Nations. Ahead of this clash, we have compiled some of the key facts and stats you need to know about this match.
Ghana's winless run
The Black stars of Ghana...
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Friday, Jan 13 2017
The Foxes lost their Algerian duo to international duty, with their first game since their departure being against the league leaders.

Fans may be excited for the upcoming African Cup of Nations, due to kick start on Saturday. However, it is a headache for several managers, as key players are obliged to leave their clubs in the middle of the season.
Manchester United have lost...
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Wednesday, Jan 11 2017
We explore the numbers behind three of Africa's biggest attackers, and the impact they might have on 2017 AFCON.

The latest edition of the African Cup of Nations is right around the corner, with the tournament kicking off on Saturday in Gabon. Defending champions Ivory Coast will be there, as well as 15 other nations vying to lift the crown.
Several big-name...
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Wednesday, Jun 8 2016
Tributes poured in for the late AFCON-winning former Nigerian player and coach after passing away at the age of 54.

African football woke up on Wednesday morning to sad news, as it was announced that legendary former Nigerian player and coach Stephen “Big Boss” Keshi passed away in the early hours. He passed away at the age of 54 reportedly due to a heart...
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Tuesday, Nov 11 2014
The were-to-be hosts will not be allowed to play in the tournament after declining the organization for fear of the Ebola virus.

Following a request by the Moroccan Football Federation, the African Football Confederation (CAF) announced the African Cup of Nations will not be hosted by the Moroccans in 2015. The would-be hosts requested the tournament to be postponed until 2016...
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Monday, Oct 27 2014
South African police release more information regarding the tragic murder of the Bafana Bafana captain

South Africa goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa was shot dead at 8 PM by armed gang who broke into the house of his girlfriend, Kelly Khumalo, in Vosloorus, where he was staying in a robbery attempt, police revealed, whilst insisting they will bring those responsible...
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Thursday, Oct 16 2014
With only a few months remaining before kick-off, the CAF will now turn to either South Africa, Sudan, or Egypt to host the upcoming tournament, beginning January 17, 2015

Morocco have decided to pull out as the 2015 African Cup of Nations host country as fears over the spread of the deadly disease Ebola continues.
The north African country, who were initally planning on holding the upcoming tournament scheduled...
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