AFCON: President Faye leads Senegal in experiencing a ‘whole range of emotions’ of ‘patriots fighting for our honour’
Pape Gueye scored in extra-time for the Teranga Lions to beat host Morocco 1-0 in a chaotic game, which at one point saw fans trying to storm the field and Senegal’s players walking off the field to protest a penalty decision deep into second-half stoppage time.
Fitting send-off for retiring Senegalese icon Sadio Mane after leading Lions of Teranga to second AFCON crown against hosts Morocco
It was a third AFCON final in seven years for Senegal after they got the better of Egypt in Wednesday’s semi-final. Winners of the 2021 edition, the Lions of Teranga have conceded just twice this tournament but were without defensive lynchpin, captain Kalidou Koulibaly, through suspension in what is a massive blow.
From most feared team in Africa to serial bunglers. how Nigeria’s Super Eagles are into descending AFCON whipping boys
He is not the only player with mixed heritage they have missed out on. Eze’s Arsenal team-mates Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke have Nigerian roots, too. Michael Olise of Bayern Munich, who plays for France but was also eligible for Algeria and England, was on the standby list for Nigeria’s AFCON qualifying-phase games in March 2021. Olise was only 19 and playing for Reading in the Championship at the time.
Minister: Kenya’s Talanta Sports City Stadium that will host 2027 Africa Cup of Nations is 66 per cent ready
During the inspection, the cabinet secretary said contractors had already commenced external works, including painting and structural finishes, while interior installations were ongoing. Once completed, the stadium will feature 54 skyboxes and will host both football and rugby events
CAF, Puma unveil official match ball for AFCON Morocco 2025 set for December 21
The unique design also features “flow of movement” patterns that capture the distinctive rhythm and dynamic playing style of African football. The ball’s red and green colour palette expresses passion, hope and pride while also paying homage to Morocco’s national identity.
