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Following his sudden departure from Libya, Aliou Cissé has been appointed head coach of another African national team

Angolan club snaps up Senegalese coach

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Angola vs Egypt: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Africa Cup of Nations match between Angola and Egypt, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Angola vs Zimbabwe: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Africa Cup of Nations match between Angola and Zimbabwe, as well as kick-off time and team news.

South Africa vs Angola: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the AFCON 2025 match between South Africa and Angola, as well as kick-off time and team news.

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USMNT overtake Mexico in FIFA rankings as Spain hold top spot

FIFA has released its final rankings of 2025, with the U.S. Men’s National Team rising to No. 14 after wins over Paraguay and Uruguay. Mexico dropped to No. 15 following a draw and a defeat, leaving the U.S. as CONCACAF’s highest-ranked side to close the year. Spain remain No. 1, while Brazil returned to the top five.

Messi asked for selfie by his own Argentina team-mate!

Lionel Messi was asked for a selfie by his own team-mate during Argentina's latest camp, while he swapped shirts with a rival that he nutmegged on two occasions while helping to deliver a 2-0 victory over Angola. The eight-time Ballon d’Or showed once again before and after that contest why he remains a star attraction, with everybody wanting a piece of him.

Messi blown away as 20,000 fans pack stands to watch him train

Lionel Messi was stunned to find 20,000 fans pack the Elche stands to watch him train with Argentina. It was meant to be a simple training session ahead of the Albiceleste's friendly against Angola, but it turned into a football festival unlike anything the Spanish city had ever seen. The Inter Miami star was also handed a special Elche shirt with his name and number on the back to commemorate the occasion.

Journalist's naked dancing at AFCON prompts CAF clampdown

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has taken action to control behaviour from some local media members at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.

Ademola Lookman celebrates Nigeria Angola Afcon 2023

Lookman makes the difference as Nigeria reach semi-finals

Ademola Lookman's goal sent Nigeria into the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals as Victor Osimhen had a goal ruled out by VAR in a 1-0 win over Angola.

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.

African World Cup qualifying: Rwanda demolish Seychelles 7-0

The First Round of African World Cup qualifying concluded on Tuesday with a series of bouts around the continent

Will Africa produce another Ballon d'Or winner like Weah?

There has not been one African player on the Ballon d'Or podium since Weah won in 1995 but what chances do Africa's best talents stand in the future?

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