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Five stars to watch at AFCON 2023

The 2023 edition of the African Cup of Nations is due to start on January 13, 2024 in Côte d'Ivoire.

Brazilian football legend Mario Zagallo dies at 92

Zagallo, who died late on Friday, was the only surviving member of the Brazil team that lifted the 1958 World Cup trophy.

Liverpool's Szoboszlai, Salah to miss clash against Arsenal

Hungary international Szoboszlai was substituted after 64 minutes in Liverpool's 4-2 Premier League win over Newcastle United on Monday.

How Nigerian football legend Mikel Obi scores with a striking podcast

Former Nigerian football star John Mikel Obi's new podcast with British sports guru Chris McHardy as his co-host is quite the rage on streaming sites, after just seven episodes.

2023 AFCON winners to get higher cash prize

The 2023 AFCON winners will receive a cash reward of $7 million, a 40% increase compared to the $5 million Senegal won two years ago.

AFCON 2023: Female referees take centre stage

The total match official’s list consists of 26 referees, 30 assistant referees and 12 VAR referees.

Ndidi out of Nigeria side for 2023 AFCON

Nigeria's Wilfred Ndidi has been ruled out of 2023 AFCON due to injury.

Afcon 2023: Injury-hit Mali include newcomers in squad

Coach Eric Chelle will be without several key players in Côte d'Ivoire and has brought in replacements.

Afcon 2023: Injury-hit Mali include newcomers in squad

Coach Eric Chelle will be without several key players in Côte d'Ivoire and has brought in replacements.

Afcon 2023: Nigeria confident of winning fourth title - coach

The Nigeria squad is in Abu Dhabi for a training camp before flying out to Ivory Coast.

Kenyan suspects in court over Ugandan Olympic runner's killing

The two suspects were arrested on Monday after the athlete's body was found on a road.

End of 2023: The highest scorers in Europe’s top football leagues

Here is the list of leading scorers in top leagues of England, Spain, Italy, Germany, and France.

Arsenal lift foot off EPL clutch after Fulham loss

Arsenal were beaten 2-1 by Fulham on Sunday to dent the The Gunners' charge at the English Premier League title.

AFCON 2023: Top African players to watch

National team coaches have been submitting their provisional lists to CAF ahead of the  January 3 deadline.

Kenyan Kiptum aiming to break two-hour marathon barrier at Rotterdam

Kelvin Kiptum says intense training involved in chasing the record is keeping him away from his family.

Afcon 2023: Andre Onana named in Cameroon squad

Cameroon play Guinea on January 15 in their opening Group C game before also meeting holders Senegal and Gambia.

AFCON 2023: The dilemma of African international stars

As the countdown to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) starts, there is an ongoing battle off the pitch between football federations and cash-rich European clubs over the schedule clashing with the international season.

Chelsea beat Crystal Palace 2-1 in EPL clash

Chelsea beat Crystal Palace 2-1 in a thrilling English Premier League (EPL) encounter on Wednesday.

Pape Seck: From failed football dream to TikTok influencer

Pape Seck has moved from a shattered dream of becoming a professional football player to rubbing shoulders with some of the best players in the game.

Man United pull great comeback to beat Villa 3-2

Manchester United came from behind to beat Aston Villa 3-2 in the English Premier League on Tuesday.

Guinea name Keita, Sylla in AFCON squad

Naby Keita and defender Issiaga Sylla have been named in Guinea's squad for AFCON 2023.

Wolves stun Chelsea 2-1 in EPL encounter

Chelsea were beaten 2-1 by Wolves in the English Premier League on Sunday.

Nigeria's Victor Osimhen renews contract with Napoli

Victor Osimhen was recently linked with English Premier League side Chelsea.

Nigerian star Victor Osimhen renews contract with Napoli

Victor Osimhen was recently linked with English Premier League side Chelsea.