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Davido to perform at AFCON 2025 opening concert

Grammy-nominated Afrobeats star Davido will headline the AFCON 2025 opening concert in Rabat, Morocco, alongside French Montana. The event blends football and music ahead of the tournament kickoff.

Morocco AFCON 2025 Favourites; 9 Hosts Who Won

Morocco are favourites for AFCON 2025 on home soil. We examine the nine nations, including Nigeria in 1980, that have won the tournament as hosts. Will Atlas Lions make it ten?

Meet the 24 Coaches for 2025 AFCON in Morocco

The complete list of head coaches for all 24 nations competing in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Discover the tacticians leading the Super Eagles and other contenders.

Complete List of AFCON Best Player Award Winners

Explore the complete history of the Africa Cup of Nations Best Player award winners, from Mohamed Al Attar in 1957 to Nigeria's William Troost-Ekong in 2024. Discover the legends who shaped the tournament.

10 African Countries Never Qualified for AFCON

A soccer enthusiast has listed the 10 African countries that have never qualified for the AFCON tournament since its inception in 1957. Discover the surprising list and fan reactions.

First Fan Wins BetKing AFCON 2025 Trip to Morocco

Samuel Dairo becomes the first winner of BetKing's 'Feel It First in Morocco' campaign, securing an all-expense-paid trip to the AFCON 2025 final. Read his inspiring story and learn how you can win.

Uganda's 30-Man AFCON Squad Revealed

Uganda coach Paul Put unveils provisional 30-man squad for AFCON 2025, including a surprise recall for Denis Onyango. The Cranes are in Nigeria's group and say they are not intimidated.

Onana Dropped from Cameroon AFCON Squad, Coach Fired

Cameroon's Football Federation has excluded Manchester United's Andre Onana and captain Vincent Aboubakar from its 2025 AFCON squad and fired coach Marc Brys. Full details and fan reactions inside.

Amuneke Backs Nigeria for AFCON 2025 Title

Ex-Barcelona star Emmanuel Amuneke believes Nigeria can win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, but insists the team must first confront its recent decline. Read his full analysis.

Super Eagles depart for Egypt friendly Dec.10

Nigeria's Super Eagles will face Egypt in a crucial AFCON 2025 warm-up match in Cairo on December 14. The NFF confirms delegation travel and preliminary squad details.

Andre Onana Left Out of Cameroon AFCON Squad

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana shockingly omitted from Cameroon's AFCON squad. Manager Marc Brys also sacked just weeks before the tournament. Get the full details here.

Coach Sells Osimhen's Boots for N1 Million

A Nigerian coach auctions boots gifted by Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen due to financial needs. The boots have been sold as Osimhen prepares for AFCON 2025. Read the full story.

Akinsanmiro Returns, Boosts Super Eagles AFCON Hopes

Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro is set to return from injury on December 8, providing a timely boost for coach Eric Chelle's Super Eagles squad ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Read more.

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