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Who will win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations?

In Europe, much of the build-up to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has unfortunately - but inevitably - focused on which clubs will be most affected by the tournament's scheduling slap-bang in the middle of the season. As an incredibly prestigious tournament that rarely fails to deliver a barely-believable amount of drama, the AFCON deserves so much better.

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IN FULL: World Cup 2026 group-stage draw

The World Cup 2026 draw has been made, with England set to face Croatia in the group stages, and the USMNT to take on Australia. Brazil have been drawn with Morocco, while France will play Senegal and Argentina must face Austria.

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adidas drops their largest ever collection of home kits ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026

Zidane's son eyes World Cup spot after earning first national team call

Luca Zidane has received his first-ever Algeria call-up at 27 years old, marking a new chapter in his career. The Granada goalkeeper, son of French legend Zinedine Zidane, switched his international allegiance from France and says he’s “ready to give everything” with the Fennecs already sure of a place at the 2026 World Cup.

Rebel United: Mekhloufi's sacrifice for Algerian independence

"La France, c'est vous." Translated as 'France, is you', that was what French president Charles de Gaulle told footballer Rachid Mekhloufi in 1968. Mekhloufi had just led his Saint-Etienne side to the double, and the reward was an audience with the most powerful man in the country. For Mekhloufi, this sentence brought things full circle. Now he was both Algerian and French; 10 years earlier, he had - in a sense - been neither.

Zidane's son receives first international call-up

Zinedine Zidane's son Luca has earned his first national team call-up as he has been included in Algeria's squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Luca, born in France, has represented the French national team at youth level, but never broke into the senior team. However, the former Real Madrid goalkeeper has finally got an opportunity to make his international debut.

Top 25 African players of the 21st century - ranked

Africa has provided the world with some of football's finest players this century, but who have been the best of the best?

Algeria vs Togo: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the AFCON qualifier between Algeria and Togo, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Algeria eye huge Zinedine Zidane coup after AFCON exit

Algeria have reportedly tried to recruit Zinedine Zidane as their new national team boss after their early exit from the Africa Cup of Nations.

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Benching Mahrez backfires as Algeria crash out of AFCON

Underdogs Mauritania created history by beating mighty Algeria 1-0 to progress to the AFCON knockout stage.

Bounedjah saves Algeria's AFCON in dramatic ending

Baghdad Bounedjah scored twice to keep Algeria in with a chance of surviving the Africa Cup of Nations group stage as they drew 2-2 with Burkina Faso.

Frustration for Algeria as Angola snatch shock AFCON draw

Riyad Mahrez had a night to forget as 117th-ranked Angola came back from behind to hold Algeria to a 1-1 draw.

Who are the all-time AFCON top scorers?

GOAL takes a look at the all-time top goalscorers in Africa's most prestigious tournament.

AFCON 2023: Fixtures & how to watch in the UK

Everything you need to know about the broadcasting and streaming of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023.

Riyad Mahrez ties knot with Taylor Ward for second time

Taylor Ward and Riyad Mahrez exchanged vows in a formal ceremony in London on Monday, becoming husband and wife for the second time.

15 fun facts about Riyad Mahrez

Everything you need to know about Algeria and Manchester City winger Riyad Mahrez.

The best kits we didn’t see at World Cup 2022

Some amazing kits missed the limelight in Qatar

The biggest upsets in World Cup history 😱

Saudi Arabia and Japan have produced two huge shocks at the 2022 World Cup, with the competition having had a rich history of mega upsets.

PL title eases Mahrez's year of pain with Algeria & UCL disaster

The Algeria wide attacker was minutes away from a quadruple of disappointments in 2022 alone until the Cityzens’ late rally against Aston Villa

Gambia defend under fire referee over Algeria criticism

The official oversaw the match between the North African nation and the Indomitable Lions in late March

Belmadi: Officiating is a disaster in Africa

The former midfielder believes the African continent needs to invest in officiating to ensure the standards improve

Revealed: Afcon 2023 qualification draw

African teams have learned their opponents en route to qualifying for the biennial football showpiece billed for Cote d’Ivoire

Will Egypt & Algeria be granted World Cup play-off replays?

Two African nations that missed out on spots at Qatar 2022 have lodged official appeals with world football’s governing body

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