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The author of the story Athan Tashobya (middle) poses for a photo with Zimbabwe fans during the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Morocco. Courtesy
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AFCON in Morocco: Four weeks, one continent, and the meaning of belonging

Friday, January 23, 2026
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, eagerly anticipated as a clash between the continent’s football titans, ended in extraordinary controversy, leaving a permanent stain on African football
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Chaos mars 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, leaving bitter aftertaste and CAF confused

Thursday, January 22, 2026
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CAF condemns ‘unacceptable behavior’ that marred AFCON 2025 final

Monday, January 19, 2026
In a post-match interview, star forward Sadio Mané, who played his last AFCON, said the team felt the goal should have stood if the referee had reviewed the incident using VAR.
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What would have happened if Senegal had walked out of AFCON final?

Monday, January 19, 2026
President Kagame (c) chats with FIFA President Gianni Infantino (L) and CAF President Patrice Motsepe on the sidelines of AFCON 2025 final between Senegal and Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Sunday, January 18.
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PHOTOS: Kagame watches as Senegal lift AFCON 2025 in Rabat

Monday, January 19, 2026
Senegal players celebrate AFCON 2025 trophy after a 1–0 victory over Morocco in the final at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Sunday, January 18. Courtesy
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Senegal crowned AFCON 2025 champions after chaotic final against Morocco

Monday, January 19, 2026
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Nigeria stump Egypt on penalties to claim AFCON bronze

Saturday, January 17, 2026
Forward Lassine Sinayoko leads celebrations after equalizing for Mali from the spot in 1-1 draw against Morocco. Photo courtesy
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AFCON 2025: Mali hold Morocco as 10-man Egypt qualify for Round of 16

Saturday, December 27, 2025
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 Morocco U17 use Green Card in historic 16–0 win

Sunday, November 09, 2025
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Man City rout Liverpool to mark Guardiola milestone, Forest boost survival bid

Sunday, November 09, 2025
A central referee checks VAR video during an exercise of using VAR at Amahoro Stadium
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VAR: A step toward more transparent refereeing in Rwanda Premier League

Friday, October 31, 2025
APR FC will be without five key players when they face Rutsiro FC at Umuganda Stadium in Rubavu on Saturday, November 1. Courtesy
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APR to miss five players against Rutsiro

Thursday, October 30, 2025