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Sudan's national football team serves as a crucial source of hope and joy amidst the ongoing civil war.

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco is raising concerns over timing and scheduling conflicts for clubs and players.

Ghana faces potential elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations on qualifying matches' outcome.

Bruno Labbadia becomes Nigeria's head coach for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign after failed negotiations with other candidates.

Sudan's footballers offer hope during ongoing civil war by qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Sadio Mane's late free-kick secured Senegal's qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, despite Malawi's strong defense.

Ademola Lookman has marked a significant year in his career, excelling with super performances for Atalanta and the Nigerian national team.

Ademola Lookman, after a remarkable season, was named the CAF African Footballer of the Year.

Nigeria defeats Cameroon 2-0 to reach the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations.

Ademola Lookman scores both goals for Nigeria in the match.

Ademola Lookman refuses to comment on Victor Osimhen's potential move to the Premier League

Osimhen's future is uncertain, with interest from clubs like Arsenal and Chelsea

Nigeria defeats Angola 1-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final.

Ademola Lookman scores the winning goal for Nigeria.

Kei Kamara, at age 41, attempts to revive his international football career, echoing the inspiring examples of legends who played beyond 40.

Kei Kamara returned to international football at 40, inspired by Roger Milla's longevity and success in football.

Aliou Cisse's departure as Senegal's coach highlights the conflict between the football federation and government, despite his successful tenure leading to historic victories.

Aliou Cisse's departure as Senegal coach after nine and a half years ends a successful tenure marked by the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations victory.

Burkina Faso are seeking a new coach following their exit from the Africa Cup of Nations

The country's football federation cited unsatisfactory results as the reason for not renewing coach Hubert Velud's contract

The Nigerian Super Eagles boycotted the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier due to being stranded, leading to condemnation from the Libyan Football Federation.

Sudan's qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations highlights their resilience amid civil war.

Nigeria, Gabon, South Africa, and Uganda qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations without playing.

Tunisia qualified for Afcon 2025 in dramatic fashion with a late winner against Madagascar.

Ghana's chances rest on their upcoming match against Angola after Sudan's defeat.

Top football managers often have diverse careers across continents and clubs.

Arsenal have not won an away game in eight weeks.

Forest have more players away at the Africa Cup of Nations than any other Premier League team.

Ghana failed to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time since 2004 after drawing with Angola.

Jordan Ayew scored a stunning free kick, but Ghana's efforts were not enough to secure qualification.

Mali, Zambia, and Zimbabwe have qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with one round of qualifiers remaining.

Gambia and Comoros face off in a crucial qualifier for the Africa Cup of Nations at the Stade Municipal de Berkane.

Madagascar and Tunisia compete in a crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualification match on November 14 at Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

Adam Aznou's national team debut for Morocco showcased his potential, earning him the Man of the Match award and marking a memorable start to his career.

The Gabon vs Morocco match is part of the Africa Cup of Nations qualification.

Morocco coach Walid Regragui has had his two-match ban lifted and is cleared to lead the team in their last-16 clash against South Africa.

The ban and fine were related to post-match incidents following Morocco's 1-1 draw with DR Congo in the group phase.

Morocco is among the favorites to win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Morocco beat Zambia 1-0 to advance to the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations

Hakim Ziyech scored the only goal for Morocco before being substituted at halftime due to an injury

Morocco's coach, Houcine Regragui, will miss the final Group F game at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations due to a one-match ban.

The ban is related to post-match incidents following Morocco's draw with DR Congo, which is under investigation by Caf.

Morocco's victory over Zambia helped Ivory Coast qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations last 16.

Hakim Ziyech's goal secured the win for Morocco.

The 2024 African player of the year nominations have raised controversy due to significant omissions of players like Salah and Boniface.

Performance in the Africa Cup of Nations heavily influences nominations.

African football federations have often hired European coaches to increase their salary and benefit financially.

The Africa Cup of Nations has seen a decrease in the proportion of French coaches, indicating a wind of change in the continent.

Nigerian Super Eagles players are boycotting their upcoming match due to being stranded and abandoned at an airport in Libya.

Nigerian men's soccer team withdrew from Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Libya due to mistreatment at the airport.

Doualla, a 17-year-old, made headlines for inclusion in Indomitable Lions squad.

Cameroon federation suspended 62 players for age fraud, including Doualla.

Emilio Nsue suspended from Equatorial Guinea national team

Iban Salvador also suspended

Nigeria advances to the final of the Africa Cup of Nations after a penalty shootout win over South Africa.

The game ended 1-1 after a controversial decision by the referee to disallow a Nigeria goal and award a penalty to South Africa.

Ismael Bennacer was knocked out of the AFCON after Algeria lost to Mauritania 1-0.

Samuel Chukwueze has played all three games for Nigeria and will face Cameroon in the round of 16.

Nigeria and South Africa drew 1-1 in the AFCON semi-finals, with Nigeria eventually winning 4-2 on penalties.

Nigeria's goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, was the hero of the shootout, saving two penalties and winning the man of the match award.

Nigeria's star striker Victor Osimhen will miss the Africa Cup of Nations semifinal match against South Africa due to an abdominal issue.

Osimhen's absence will be a big blow to Nigeria, as he has been instrumental in the team's attack.

Nigeria has consistently beaten South Africa in AFCoN meetings

Nigeria's defense has been strong with four consecutive clean sheets

Ivory Coast beats DR Congo to set up final against Nigeria

Sebastien Haller scores the winning goal for Ivory Coast

South Africa defeated DR Congo on penalties to secure their best finish at the Africa Cup of Nations since 2000.

South Africa's goalkeeper, Williams, played a crucial role in their victory by saving two penalties in the shootout.

South Africa goalkeeper Ronwen Williams saved four penalties in the penalty shootout to carry his country into the Africa Cup of Nations semifinals.

South Africa will face Nigeria in the semifinals on Wednesday.

Ghana's national football team, the Black Stars, have been eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) after failing to advance from the group stage.

Head coach Chris Hughton has been sacked by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) with immediate effect.

Ghana has sacked head coach Chris Hughton following their group stage exit at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Hughton's backroom staff have also been let go by the Ghana Football Association.

Rui Vitoria sacked as coach of Egypt's national football team after their elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations.

Hossam Hassan appointed as the new national team manager.

Ivory Coast makes a remarkable comeback to win the match

Mali faces heartbreaking defeat in the last five minutes of the game

Ivory Coast came from behind to beat Mali 2-1 in the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals, scoring a last-gasp goal in extra time to secure a spot in the semifinals.

Hosts Ivory Coast played with 10 men for most of the match after a red card was shown to Odilon Kossounou.

Ivory Coast will now face the Democratic Republic of Congo in the semifinals.

Minnows Mauritania face Cape Verde after shocking Algeria.

Cape Verde has a strong chance of winning against Mauritania.

Defending champions Senegal play Ivory Coast in a crucial match.

Jean-Louis Gasset sacked as coach of Ivory Coast after 4-0 defeat against Equatorial Guinea

Ivory Coast still has a chance to progress to the last 16 as one of the best third-placed teams

Ivory Coast eliminated Senegal in the penalty shootout

Franck Kessie converted the winning penalty for Ivory Coast

Ivory Coast advances to the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations

Oumar Niakite scores the winning goal in the 122nd minute

DR Congo reached the knockout stage of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations

Tanzania was eliminated from the tournament

DR Congo and Guinea face off in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final.

The match is being broadcast live on the BBC.

DR Congo knocks out Egypt in penalty shootout

Underdog success at the Africa Cup of Nations

Senegal's early lead was not enough to secure a win in the match against Ivory Coast.

Manager Aliou Cisse expressed disappointment in the team's performance and hinted at future discussions with the federation.

Zambo Anguissa expressed his disappointment, annoyance, and frustration with the defeat

He believes that the experience will help the younger players grow