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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.

USMNT announce Senegal friendly to round off World Cup warmups

The USMNT will play Senegal on May 31 in its second-to-last World Cup warmup friendly, U.S. soccer announced Thursday morning. The 19th-ranked African side will travel to Charlotte, North Carolina to face off Mauricio Pochettino's side, a week before the U.S. host Germany in Chicago. The two teams have never played in an international competition.

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.

Fabregas tells Como star he 'shouldn't go' to AFCON

Como winger Assane Diao is in line to be called up to the Senegal national team for the Africa Cup of Nations, but Cesc Fabregas wants him to stay at the Serie A side for the time being. The 20-year-old has been limited to just four appearances in the Italian top-flight this season, sparking the coach to claim his involvement at AFCON is "illogical".

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World Cup 2026: Full list of qualified teams

GOAL breaks down all the confirmed qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, plus the teams who could soon be on their way.

Casemiro dazzles but Gabriel suffers nightmare injury blow

Stunning first-half goals from Casemiro and Estevao capped a rampant display from Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil side in a 2-0 win over Senegal at the Emirates Stadium. The Chelsea youngster opened the scoring with a curled effort, before the veteran midfielder doubled the lead with a delectable touch and finish. However, there was bad news for the Gunners fans in attendance, as Gabriel limped off on the hour with what looked like a serious injury.

McCarthy suffers defeat as Equatorial Guinea outshine Kenya's Harambee Stars

Kenya were initially set to face Madagascar and Comoros, but that was later changed, and Equatorial Guinea and Senegal were lined up as their opponents during the international break. After the defeat, the South African legend is expected to receive more criticism, especially after dropping the team's captain, Michael Olunga. Kenya will now dust themselves off before their next game against Senegal on Tuesday.

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Premier League cult hero endures horror show but then scores six

Premier League cult hero Papiss Cisse endured the worst 60 seconds of his career while playing in a Sunday League clash for Wythenshawe FC Vets in the Cheshire Veterans Football League. Cisse, who formerly represented Newcastle United in the English top tier and the Senegal national team, now plies his trade for the non-league side.

The next Mane? Liverpool expected to sign Senegalese wonderkid

Liverpool are expected to complete the transfer of Senegalese wonderkid Sidy Barhama Ndiaye for a fee of €1m.

England v Senegal - International Friendly

Tuchel sends brutal England warning to Trent after double snub

Trent Alexander-Arnold has been told that he must bring something "unique" to the England team by Thomas Tuchel, or risk being left out consistently.

Scholes sends strong Eze transfer message to Man Utd

Paul Scholes sent a strong transfer message to Manchester United regarding Eberechi Eze after his lively display for England against Senegal.

Kane sets remarkable new England record in Senegal defeat

Harry Kane set a remarkable new England record after scoring a consolation goal for Thomas Tuchel's side during their friendly defeat to Senegal.

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Keane questions England's togetherness & slams 'lazy' Walker

England are lacking togetherness and do not look happy under new manager Thomas Tuchel, according to Roy Keane.

'No need to panic!' - Tuchel insists 'frozen' England will bounce back

England manager Thomas Tuchel has insisted he is not panicking after seeing his team beaten 3-1 by Senegal in an international friendly.

Andorra v England - European Qualifiers Group K - FIFA World Cup 2026

Kane forced to 'calm down' Bellingham following Senegal loss

Harry Kane had to "calm down" Jude Bellingham when the midfielder lost his temper after England lost 3-1 to Senegal.

Kane blasts referee for Bellingham's disallowed goal in Senegal loss

Harry Kane was left fuming after Jude Bellingham's late equaliser was ruled out as England suffered their first defeat under Thomas Tuchel.

Kyle Walker, the football's left you! Woeful England outclassed

Thomas Tuchel demanded better after the drab showing against Andorra but he didn't get it, as the African nation embarrassed the Three Lions

Tuchel & England forced to move World Cup qualifier by Coldplay

England have been forced to move their next two fixtures away from Wembley Stadium as the arena is playing host to Coldplay.

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'.

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?

Why Chelsea's Jackson will NOT feature against Liverpool

Nicolas Jackson will not be available for Chelsea's Premier League clash against Liverpool despite Senegal's Africa Cup of Nations elimination.

'You’re corrupt!' - Diatta explodes after Senegal's AFCON exit

Krepin Diatta labelled CAF officials as "corrupt" after Senegal's shock round of 16 AFCON defeat to the Ivory Coast.

Senegal crash out of AFCON as Ivory Coast win on penalties

Franck Kessie scored the winning penalty as hosts Ivory Coast knocked out defending champions Senegal.

Senegal maintain perfect AFCON record against Guinea

Senegal maintained their perfect record in AFCON as they beat Guinea 2-0, despite Sadio Mane's poor miss.

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Mane laughs off efforts to get goal dedication for new wife

Sadio Mane laughed off efforts from the media to get a goal celebration dedication for his 18-year-old wife Aisha Tamba at the Africa Cup of Nations.

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