Africa Cup of Nations News

Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses will complete their home preparations for the 2026 Women’s AFCON when they face Benin in an international friendly...

Nigeria's Super Falcons have been issued a fierce warning by their toughest group stage opponents at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations later...

Ashleigh Plumptre has admitted she is disappointed to miss the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after being omitted from Nigeria’s squad...

July 11, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s Super Falcons have unveiled a 25-player squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as they prepare to...

Nigeria have announced a 25-player squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with head coach Justine Madugu naming an experienced...

Ashleigh Plumptre has expressed disappointment with her omission from the Super Falcons squad to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, DAILY POST...

Ashleigh Plumptre has expressed her disappointment after being left out of Nigeria’s squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Head coach...

Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu has selected 25 players for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports. Captain Rasheedat...

By Chidinma Ugwu Its no longer news that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the list of match officials selected for the 2026...

By Amaechi Agbo Head Coach Justine Madugu has selected a team of 25 players, including Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, undisputed Africa’s best...

Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has explained her omission from Nigeria’s squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON),...

Head Coach Justine Madugu has unveiled a 25-player Super Falcons squad led by captain Rasheedat Ajibade and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie as Nigeria...

Nigeria defender Ashleigh Plumptre has expressed her disappointment at missing the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after being ruled...

Yassine Bounou’s strong showing against France has drawn praise from several international newspapers, even though Morocco were knocked...

Nigeria defender Ashleigh Plumptre has explained why she will miss the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), saying she is still recovering...

 Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has announced a 25-player squad for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), as Nigeria prepares to...

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has released a 25-player squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations… The post Plumptre missing,...

Copper Queens opponents at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Nigeria's Super Falcons have unveiled their 25 member squad for the...

Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has named a 25-player squad to defend Nigeria’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title at the 2026...

Nigeria's Super Falcons have unveiled the 25 players that will represent the country at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco...

Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has unveiled his 25-player squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as Nigeria begin their...

Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has unveiled his final 25 players for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The final...

Head Coach Justine Madugu has selected a team of 25 players, including Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, undisputed Africa's best goalkeeper Chiamaka...

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has named Nigerian referee Yemisi Akintoye among the match officials for the upcoming 2026 Women’s...

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has challenged the Atlas Lions to turn their attention towards winning the Africa Cup of Nations after their 2026...

Twelve coaches have been sacked or walked away from their national teams – here's a full rundownSabri Lamouchi Appointed on 14 January to succeed...

Zambia defender Margaret Belemu says the Copper Queens will approach their TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 meeting with...

Ghana international Marvin Senaya is set for an extended spell on the sidelines after undergoing successful surgery to repair the hamstring injury...

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has urged his players to quickly turn their attention to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations after the Atlas Lions’...

Ayyoub Bouaddi sent a powerful statement after Morocco fell at the hands of France in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup. Morocco entered the...

Ghana defender Alidu Seidu has vowed to come back stronger following the Black Stars' exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting hard work...

[Ghanaian Times] Black Queens Head Coach, Kim Lars Björkegren, has named a 27-player provisional squad for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations...

Zambia defender Margaret Belemu has declared that the Copper Queens are ready for the challenge of facing Nigeria’s Super Falcons at the 2026...

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has approved a contract extension for national team coach Hossam Hassan following Egypt's successful...

Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has challenged the Super Falcons to ensure Nigeria qualifies for the 2027...

Blackburn Rovers right-back Ryan Alebiosu has described his maiden Super Eagles call-up and international debut at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations...

[CAF] With just two weeks to go until the kick-off of the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026, taking place from 26 July...

[CAF] Burkina Faso return to the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations determined to make history after missing the 2024 edition....

Morocco’s impressive run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has helped repair the relationship between Achraf Hakimi and Brahim Diaz, with the pair now...

Nakuru’s Afraha Stadium is undergoing one of the country’s most comprehensive sports infrastructure overhauls, as the government pushes to have the...

Former Chelsea and Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel, has revealed that he is yet to receive the plot of land promised to members of [...]

By GODFREY DUBE – COACH Beston Chambeshi believes the Copper Queens will hold their own in a tough Group C at the Morocco 2026 Women’s Africa Cup...

Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has revealed that he is yet to receive the plot of land promised to members of Nigeria’s... The post...

Former Chelsea and Super Eagles midfielder, John Obi Mikel has said that he is yet to receive the plot of land promised to the players by the...

LEGENDARY AFRICAN WOMEN’S FOOTBALL COACH PASSES AWAY By Dennis Sikazwe Jr The football family has been thrown into mourning following the passing...

Vipers and Tanzania heavy weights Simba are involved in a tug-of-war for the signature of Gabon international goalkeeper Loyce Marius Mbaba, Kawowo...

Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has hinted that he is yet to receive the plot of land promised by the Federal Government to members of...

Former Black Stars captain Andre Ayew has paid a courtesy visit to the Ghana Under-17 girls' camp to interact with the players and offer words of...

With only 18 days to go before the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) gets underway in Morocco, Kenya national team head coach Beldine...

[CAF] A decade after their historic debut, Kenya's national women's football team, the Harambee Starlets, are set to return to Africa's biggest...

Former Super Eagles and Mamelodi Sundowns winger Ejike Uzoenyi has revealed the confusion that ensued following his role in Nigeria's AFCON 2013...

Algeria’s Under-20 national team will have a new head coach after Razik Nedder confirmed his departure, ending an 18-month spell in charge of the...

The Zanzibar Football Federation (ZFF) has described the retirement of Taifa Stars captain Mbwana Samatta from international football as premature,...

Algeria’s women’s national team will complete its preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with two international friendlies against...

Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has called for a long-term plan and building for Black Stars rather than focusing on winning the Africa...

With just over a year remaining until kickoff, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are racing against the clock to prepare for the 2027 Africa Cup of...

Black Queens Head Coach, Kim Lars Björkegren, has named a 27-player provisional squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in...

Africa’s biggest women’s football tournament is edging closer, with the countdown officially on for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in...

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) says it is optimistic that Copper Queens captain Barbra Banda will be fit and available for the 2026...

English football icon Jamie Carragher has criticised the decision to rule out Egypt's controversial goal during their dramatic 3-2 defeat to...

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki early this morning inspected the ongoing construction works of the 60,000-seater Talanta sports city along Ngong...

CAF invites Zimbabwe, Southern African partners to bid for 2028 AFCON The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially invited Zimbabwe,...

Nigeria's Super Falcons head to Morocco to defend their Women's Africa Cup of Nations title, aiming for a record 11th win amidst strong competition...

Ghana international Derrick Luckassen has broken his silence following the Black Stars elimination from the 2026 World Cup tournament, co-hosted in...

Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to adopt a long-term strategy as preparations begin...

Zambia midfielder Helen Chanda has expressed her excitement at returning to the Copper Queens camp ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations...

National Sports Authority (NSA) Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah has warned that the Accra Sports Stadium is currently not in a condition to host...

Morocco star Brahim Diaz is expected to play a central role in the upcoming high-stakes 2026 World Cup quarterfinals clash against France. The Real...

CAF invites Zimbabwe, South Africa, Botswana and Namibia to officially submit joint AFCON 2028 bid The post CAF officially invites Zimbabwe, South...

Alhassan Yusuf has revealed that he used Nigeria's Unity Cup campaign as the perfect chance to prove himself to Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle...

Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade has declared herself ready for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after stepping up her preparations for the...

Nigeria's Super Falcons will step up preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations when they open a nine-day training camp in Morocco on...

Nigeria forward Rinsola Babajide has reaffirmed the Super Falcons' determination to retain their Women's Africa Cup of Nations crown, insisting the...

Super Falcons forward Rinsola Babajide says the opportunity to qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup will provide extra motivation for Nigeria as...

Banyana Banyana have unveiled a 31-player preliminary squad for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as Desiree Ellis begins...

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki Tuesday morning inspected the ongoing construction works at the magnificent 60,000-seater Talanta sports city...

Ghana head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has named a provisional Black Queens squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Björkegren assembled a...

Nigeria forward Rinsola Babajide says the expansion of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) from 12 to 16 teams will raise the level of...

Ghana forward Inaki Williams has thanked the nation for their support after the Black Stars' World Cup campaign came to an end with a 1-0 defeat to...

Mali have officially unveiled Anthony Da Silva as the new head coach of the Eagles on a three-year contract, with qualification for the 2027 AFCON...

The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) kicks off later this month, and Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to compete for an 11th continental...

Super Falcons striker Omorinsola Babajide has outlined the team’s ambition ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports....

Omorinsola Babajide has reaffirmed the Super Falcons’ determination to reclaim the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title ahead of the 2026...

Super Falcons’ ace forward Rinsola Babajide believes that the increase in the number of participating teams at this year’s Women Africa Cup of...

Super Falcons' ace forward Rinsola Babajide believes that the increase in the number of participating teams at this year's Women Africa Cup of...

Ghana Black Queens coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has named a 27-player provisional squad as the Black Queens begin preparations for the 2026 Women’s...

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has announced a 27-player provisional squad as Ghana steps up preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa...

Black Queens head coach, Kim Lars Björkegren has named a 25-player provisional squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in...

12 Views Herve Renard has officially left his role with Tunisia this week after their World Cup qualifying struggles, and Zambian fans are...

Ghana defender Marvin Senaya has reflected on the Black Stars’ 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign following their Round of 32 elimination,...