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SportsAFCON Reverts to Biennial Schedule After CAF Reverses Quadrennial Plan
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has decided to revert the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to its traditional biennial schedule, reversing a prior decision to move to a four-year cycle. This change aims to better support African football and its players.
SportsSenegal's AFCON Title Appeal Decision Expected by End of November, CAS Confirms
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will announce its decision on Senegal's appeal against being stripped of their AFCON title by the end of November. Senegal is contesting CAF's decision to award the title to Morocco after their on-field victory.
SportsCAF Chief Patrice Motsepe Hints Africa Cup of Nations May Remain Biennial
CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced that the organization is reconsidering its plans to switch the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle, keeping open the possibility of a biennial event.
SportsYoane Wissa Shines as DR Congo Defeats Zimbabwe in AFCON Qualifiers While Tunisia Held by Botswana
Yoane Wissa led the Democratic Republic of the Congo to a 2-1 victory over Zimbabwe in the AFCON qualifiers, while Tunisia was held to a 2-2 draw by Botswana.
SportsEgypt to Rest Star Mohamed Salah in South Sudan AFCON Qualifier Due to Injury Risks
Egypt has announced that Mohamed Salah will be rested for the upcoming AFCON qualifier against South Sudan to protect the player from injury risks posed by artificial turf.
SportsLive Updates: Ivory Coast Faces Ghana in AFCON 2027 Qualifying Clash
Follow live updates and team news as Ivory Coast takes on Ghana in Group C for the AFCON 2027 qualifiers at the Stade de Bouake.
SportsFormer Arsenal Star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Quits Gabon National Team Citing Humiliation After AFCON
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has retired from the Gabon national team, stating he felt humiliated by the government's backlash following their 2025 AFCON exit.
SportsPitso Mosimane Returns as South Africa Coach Facing Tight AFCON Qualifier Deadline
Pitso Mosimane has been appointed as the new South Africa football coach, succeeding Hugo Broos with just 23 days to prepare for upcoming AFCON qualifiers.
SportsCameroon Celebrates Historic Victory with a Hero's Welcome for Its First Women's AFCON Title
Cameroon receives a hero's welcome as the nation parades its first Women’s AFCON title in a celebratory video.