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Man Utd want AFCON delay for Mbeumo and key team-mates

Head coach Ruben Amorim says Manchester United will attempt to delay the departures of Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui to the Africa Cup of Nations. The Portuguese is keen to keep hold of the trio for as long as possible as the Red Devils prepare for a hectic festive schedule which will see them play six Premier League games in December.

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Mbeumo reveals stance on potential AFCON call-up revealed

Bryan Mbeumo has revealed his stance on a potential Cameroon national team call-up for the African Cup of Nations in December as the winger is determined to avoid the club vs country row. The AFCON 2025 kicks off in the last week of December, while the players are expected to link up with their respective national teams two weeks before the competition commences.

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Morocco hoping for miracle recovery for 'irreplaceable' Hakimi

After suffering a brutal ankle injury against Bayern Munich that left fans fearing the worst, Morocco’s captain Achraf Hakimi may yet rise in time for the Africa Cup of Nations. Coach Walid Regragui has voiced unwavering faith in his “irreplaceable” right-back, insisting Hakimi’s recovery powers and spirit could defy medical timelines.

Liverpool and Man City stars set to be at centre of country row

Premier League pair Liverpool and Manchester City are set to be embroiled in a club vs country row ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations later this year. The duo are expected to be without respective forwards Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush for the end of 2025 and start of 2026. However, both sides are unlikely to release their players for a pre-AFCON friendly in mid-December.

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Amorim makes AFCON admission with MUFC to lose Mbeumo and Amad

Manchester United are expected to lose both Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo when the Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in December. The tournament, which takes place in Morocco, starts over the festive period and runs until mid-January. United won't lose a plethora of players for the competition but the absence of both Mbeumo and Amad will hit the Premier League side hard.

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Alan Shearer calls out Newcastle's Yoane Wissa over int'l duty

Alan Shearer believes that new Newcastle forward Yoane Wissa made a poor judgement call by turning out for DR Congo during the September international break. Wissa is yet to make his debut for the Magpies following his arrival from Brentford after he suffered a knee injury on international duty despite missing the bulk of pre-season as he sought to secure a summer switch to St. James' Park.

'Out of every $1,000 spent on global transfers, just 76 cents makes its way back to African clubs' - The Black Stars Podcast

In this episode we interview scouts, academy directors and players to reveal the successes and struggles of Ghana's football academies, their impact on the national team, and the consequences of Ghanaian players being shipped off to European clubs at a young age.

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Balotelli, Mainoo, Gakpo and the superstars lost to the Black Stars

In the third episode of The Black Stars Podcast, we examine how diaspora players impact Ghana's football ambitions and the broader issues of identity, preparation and infrastructure that influence their decisions.

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Two FIFA World Cup matches that changed African football - 'It was incredibly unfair'

In this episode of The Black Stars Podcast we examine the rise, fall & renaissance of Ghana's national team and hear how two games changed everything for the continent.

Secret meetings, fake passports and a journey to 'hell' - The Black Stars Podcast Episode 1

In The Black Stars Podcast Nii Lamptey reveals the details of how as a 15-year-old he ended up playing in Europe for Belgian club Anderlecht.

Slot admits new signing will cover for Salah during AFCON absence

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed new £29.5 million signing Jeremie Frimpong is being considered as a temporary replacement for Mohamed Salah, who is set to miss a chunk of the 2025-26 season due to the Africa Cup of Nations. The Dutchman has admitted the Egyptian’s absence influenced transfer plans as the right-back could shift from defence to attack.

Salah set to miss huge Liverpool fixture for 2025 AFCON

Mohamed Salah could miss seven Premier League games - including a clash with title rivals Arsenal - to play with Egypt at the 2025 AFCON.

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Carragher told to 'f*ck off' after 'disrespectful' AFCON jibe

Jamie Carragher was told to "f*ck off" by John Obi Mikel after "ignorant and disrespectful" AFCON comments and urged to issue a "massive apology".

Nigeria legend expects Carragher to ‘apologise’ for AFCON quip

Nigeria legend Austin Eguavoen expects Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher to “eventually apologise” for his Mohamed Salah-related AFCON quip.

Ferdinand labelled a 'clown' by Carragher as AFCON row drags on

Rio Ferdinand was labelled a "clown" by Jamie Carragher after he called out the former Liverpool defender for his controversial AFCON comments.

PUMA's secret to creating iconic AFCON kits

PUMA have hit the target once again with their bespoke collection of kits for the 2025 edition of the tournament in Morocco

PUMA unveils African national team home and away kits

PUMA has launched the national team kits of five of Africa's most successful footballing nations - showing off their 'identity and culture'.

Liverpool handed huge boost as Egypt make big Salah call

Liverpool have been handed a huge boost by Egypt, with Mohamed Salah being granted a well-earned rest during the November international break.

Ballon d'Or Rankings: Rodri rises to No.1 amid Madrid boycott

The winner will be announced in Paris on Monday, October 28 - so which of the game's biggest stars are true contenders, and who are merely pretenders?

Nsue banned as FIFA rule he was ineligible for entire Eq. Guinea career

Equatorial Guinea forward and AFCON Golden Boot winner Emilio Nsue has been hit with a six-month football ban by FIFA.

Marseille SACK Gattuso after 'rock bottom' admission

Ligue 1 giants Marseille have officially parted ways with Gennaro Gattuso and drafted in Jean-Louis Gasset as their new manager.

Fans stunned as Osimhen snubbed in AFCON team of tournament

Fans have savaged the Confederation of African Football for omitting both Victor Osimhen and Stanley Nwabali from their AFCON team of the tournament.

How did Ivory Coast manage that?! AFCON winners and losers

The hosts pulled off one of the great tournament victories after some early setbacks, but others weren't so lucky

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Why Liverpool star Salah isn’t in Messi & Ronaldo category

Egypt legend Mido has explained why Mohamed Salah is not in the same category as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo when it comes to leadership.

Yarns, DSK & Kenny & the most tense African Rondo football battle

Front Three content creators Yarns, DSK and Kenny battle it out in a must-watch game of African Rondo - who is crowned the master?

Saka & the stars who could've been playing in AFCON final

The two African heavyweights go head to head in Sunday's showpiece, and a host of players with dual nationality will be cheering on from overseas

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Why Saka is a Nigeria fan & how he could have played for them

Arsenal's Bukayo Saka celebrated Nigeria advancing to the Africa Cup of Nations final - and it turns out he could have represented the Super Eagles.

Haller the hero as Ivory Coast make AFCON final

Sebastien Haller emerged as the hero for Ivory Coast who edged out DR Congo to set up an Africa Cup of Nations final meeting with Nigeria.

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Huge boost for Nigeria as Osimhen declared fit

Nigeria star Victor Osimhen has been declared fit and available for his team's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash against South Africa.

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