Namibia stun Tunisia to record first ever AFCON win, Burkina Faso also triumph

"Deon Hotto’s late goal against Tunisia gave Namibia a historic victory at the Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. The match was scoreless until...
EUROSPORT.CO.UK Jan 16

Burkina Faso pip Mauritania in AFCON 2023 opener

Bertrand Traore scored a 96th-minute penalty to see Burkina Faso narrowly beat Mauritania in their Africa Cup of Nations opener in Group D....
BLUEPRINT.NG Jan 16

Late Drama As Burkina Faso Beat Mauritania 1-0

January 16, (THEWILL) – Burkina Faso left it late to earn a 1-0 victory over tournament debutants Mauritania in their opening Africa Cup of Nations...
THEWILLNIGERIA.COM Jan 16

EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles Have Nothing To Fear Against Cote d’Ivoire – Lookman

Ademola Lookman has said the Super Eagles are in buoyant mood heading into their Group B clash with hosts Cote d'Ivoire at the 2023 Africa Cup of...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 16

Fans left confused as former Fulham striker has bizarre name on AFCON teamsheet

Former Premier League striker Aboubakar Kamara has got fans confused by his rather bizarre nickname. The ex-Fulham star is currently at the Africa...
TALKSPORT Jan 16

Afcon review: Traoré's last-gasp penalty edges Burkina Faso past Mauritania

Aston Villa midfielder strokes home from spot in added time Mauritania may feel aggrieved after being denied by Koffi Bertrand Traoré scored a...
THE GUARDIAN Jan 16

Late penalty seals Burkina Faso win over Mauritania

Bertrand Traore scored a stoppage time penalty as Burkina Faso claimed a 1-0 victory over Mauritania in their Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) Group D...
TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA Jan 16

2023 AFCON: Traore’s Late Penalty Secures Victory For Burkina Faso Over Mauritania

Bertrand Traore scored a 96th-minute penalty to help Burkina Faso narrowly beat Mauritania in their Africa Cup of Nations opener in Group D on...
LEADERSHIP.NG Jan 16

Fans are left baffled after Former Fulham star Aboubakar Kamara is named as 'AK-47' on Mauritiana's team-sheet ahead of AFCON clash against Burkina Faso

Mauritiana released their teamsheet ahead of their first game of the tournament against Burkina Faso on Tuesday but it was Kamara's nickname...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jan 16

2023 AFCON: Burkina Faso v Mauritania report

Burkina Faso claimed a tough but entertaining 1-0 win over Mauritania in their opening Group D fixture at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Jan 16

Bertrand Traore’s added-time penalty gives Burkina Faso victory over Mauritania

The Aston Villa forward held his nerve at the end.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Jan 16

AFCON 2023: Burkina Faso Claim Historic Win Against Mauritania

A late Bertrand Traore goal secured a hard fought 1-0 win for Burkina Faso against a resilient Mauritania side in Group D at the AFCON 2023. After...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 16

Burkina Faso leave it late to beat hard fighting Mauritania

Bertrand Traoré’s stoppage time penalty was enough as Burkina Faso secured a 1-0 win over Mauritania in an exciting Group D encounter played at...
SOKA25EAST.COM Jan 16

Tapsoba and Burkina Faso claim late win in AFCON opener

The buoyant atmosphere at the Stade de la Paix in Bouaké went into overdrive on Tuesday evening as Burkina Faso snatched a late winner from the...
BULINEWS.COM Jan 16

AFCON 2023: Bertrand Traore’s last gasp penalty lifts Burkina Faso over Mauritania

2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finalist, Burkina Faso had to rely on a last gasp penalty converted by Aston Villa forward, Bertrand Traore to...
KICK442.COM Jan 16

Video: AFCON: 10-man Guinea Hold Cameroon

Monday, January 15*Senegal 3-0 Gambia*Cameroon 1-1 Guinea*Algeria 1-1 Angola Tuesday, January 16•Burkina Faso Vs Mauritania, 5pm•Tunisia Vs...
THE-SPORTSNATION.COM Jan 16

Burkina Faso vs Mauritania: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time & where to watch

Where to watch the Africa Cup of Nations match online between Burkina Faso and Mauritania, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and...
GOAL.COM Jan 16

Burkina Faso’s Edmond Tapsoba hoping for country’s first Africa Cup title after years of near misses

AMOUSSOUKRO, Ivory Coast (AP) — Burkina Faso is bidding for its first Africa Cup of Nations title after one final…
WTOP.COM Jan 15

Afcon Preview: Burkina Faso face tricky Mauritania

Burkina Faso will take on Mauritania in their opening Group D fixture at the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday afternoon, with the tie set to...
SOKA25EAST.COM Jan 15

2024 AFCON: Burkina Faso v Mauritania preview

Burkina Faso will take on Mauritania in their opening Group D fixture at the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday afternoon, with the tie set to...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Jan 15

Preview: Burkina Faso vs. Mauritania - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations clash between Burkina Faso and Mauritania, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jan 14

Burkina Faso vs Mauritania: Prediction and Preview

We look ahead to this AFCON 2023 Group D fixture with our Burkina Faso vs Mauritania prediction and preview. The post Burkina Faso vs Mauritania:...
THEANALYST.COM Jan 14

Burkina Faso - Mauritania predictions

SPORTYTRADER Jan 14

AFCON 2023: 5 Reasons Super Eagles Must Be Wary Of Equatorial Guinea

As Nigeria’s Super Eagles get set to take on the Nzalang of Equatorial Guinea in Group A Completesports.com’s JAMES AGBEREBI gives five reasons why...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 13

Five Afcon superstars to watch out for including striker linked with Man Utd transfer and defender chased by Tottenham

FOOTBALL fans are eagerly anticipating the start of the African Cup of Nations. A host of players from across the world will converge on the Ivory...
THE SUN Jan 13

Know your AFCON 2023 group D teams

Algeria, Burkina Faso, Mauritania and Angola make up Group D of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations which will kick off on Saturday 13th January at 11...
KBC.CO.KE Jan 13

Super Eagles off to winning start tips 2013 AFCON hero Sunday Mba

The unlikely hero of the 2013 AFCON Sunday Mba has tipped the Super Eagles to get off to a winning start Sunday against Equatorial Guinea. The...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Jan 12

AFCON 2023: Brown Ideye calls out Super Eagles coach after Sadiq Umar injury

Brown Ideye featured in six of the seven games in Nigeria’s 2013 AFCON campaign, as Stephen Keshi led the Super Eagles to victory against Burkina...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Jan 12

AFCON 2023 fixtures and results: How to watch every game at Africa Cup of Nations

THE Africa Cup of Nations is finally here as 24 teams make it their aim to win the coveted prize next month. Originally supposed to take place in...
THE SUN Jan 12

Best XI of Afcon 2023 stars including Salah, Mane and Mahrez with Man Utd star Andre Onana brutally snubbed

THE Africa Cup of Nations sees some of Europe’s best players leave their clubs for international duty. AFCON gets underway on Saturday as hosts...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jan 11

Osimhen Tops As Super Eagles Lead In AFCON 2023 Squad Values At €349m; But Nigeria Not Top Title Favourites

The race for glory in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations which starts on Saturday January 13 has become agog as Nigeria emerges as the undisputed...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 11

AFCON 2023 Preview: Group D

We look ahead to Group D at AFCON 2023 with our group stage preview. Algeria will be group favourites, but Burkina Faso, Mauritania and Angola will...
THEANALYST.COM Jan 10

Burkina Faso's Edmond Tapsoba excludes Ghana from AFCON favorites

Bayer Leverkusen's Edmond Tapsoba, who will represent Burkina Faso in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has excluded Ghana from his list...
GHANAGUARDIAN.COM Jan 10

Burkina Faso’s Tapsoba picks AFCON favourites, snubs Egypt

Bayer Leverkusen and Burkina Faso defender Edmond Tapsoba has picked his favourites to win the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Just days...
KINGFUT Jan 10

Burkina Faso defender Tapsoba expects harsh challenge at Afcon

Burkina Faso finished fourth, the country’s best result in history, in the 2022 competition.
THE-STAR.CO.KE Jan 9

How to watch AFCON in the UK: Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Victor Osimhen headline stars battling for glory in Ivory Coast

The Africa Cup of Nations begins this weekend with fans all over the world set to be tuning into the action in the Ivory Coast.  Senegal won the...
TALKSPORT Jan 9

AFCON 2023: Sierra Leone Captain Confident Of Win Against CIV In Friendly Game

Skipper of Leone Stars of Sierra Leone, Kwame Quee, believes his side is good enough to beat Côte d’Ivoire in Saturday’s friendly. The Sierra Leone...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 6

IR Iran triumph, Jordan shine

Doha: Islamic Republic of Iran produced a solid performance to defeat Burkina Faso 2-1 on Friday, their final friendly on home soil ahead of the...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 6

Super Eagles Gears Up for Friendly Match With Guinea in Abu Dhabi.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will engage Guinea in preparatory game for the 2023 African Cup of Nations. The match will hold on Monday in Abu Dhabi,...
BRILA Jan 5

Africa Cup of Nations 2023: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off times, all the details you need for huge tournament

THE 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations returns this month as 24 teams look to battle it out for the prestigious trophy. Defending champions...
THE SUN Jan 5

New World TV: Togo flexes with Afcon TV rights as SuperSport’s dominance is challenged

Togo did not qualify to play at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations. The tiny nation of 9 million people has only ever played at three editions of...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Jan 5

Eagles to play Guinea as NFF dismisses DR Congo, Burkina Faso friendlies

The Super Eagles have no plan to meet either DR Congo or Burkina Faso in warm up matches ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations, the Nigeria Football...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Jan 5

Super Eagles Gear Up for AFCON 2023 With High-Stakes Friendly Against Guinea

In a strategic move ahead of the impending AFCON 2023, Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, is set to engage in a decisive friendly...
SPORTS247 Jan 4

Super Eagles to face Guinea January 9 ahead 2023 AFCON 

The Super Eagles will now play a warm-up game against Guinea ahead of the 2023 AFCON. Burkina Faso were the other likely opponents for the Super...
BLUEPRINT.NG Jan 4

Nigeria’s Super Eagles gear up for AFCON 2023 with Guinea friendly

As part of their preparations for the upcoming AFCON 2023, Nigeria’s Super Eagles are set to face off against Syli National of Guinea in a friendly...
SPORTSRATION.COM Jan 4

Why I Hope Super Eagles Win AFCON 2023, But I Don’t Expect It –George Abbey

Former Super Eagles defender, George Abbey, has told Completesports.com that he lives in hope rather than expectation as regards Nigeria's chances...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 4

Exclusive: Eagles Will Miss Ndidi’s Tenacity In The Midfield At AFCON 2023 –Dosu

Former Nigerian international, Dosu Joseph has revealed that the Super Eagles will miss the services of Wilfred Ndidi in the midfield at the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 4

When will Bertrand Traore be back for Aston Villa? AFCON 2023 absence explained

Bertrand Traore is set to jet off to the Ivory Coast to play in the AFCON with Burkina Faso and he will miss several games for Aston Villa.
GOAL.COM Jan 4

AFCON 2023: S/Eagles Friendlies Against Burkina Faso, Cape Verde Cancelled, To Now Play Guinea

Nigeria’s Super Eagles will now take on Syli National of Guinea in a friendly game as part of preparations for the AFCON 2023. The game between the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 4

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles to face Guinea in friendly

The Super Eagles will now play Guinea in a friendly ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Burkina Faso were also considered for the friendly but...
DAILY POST (NG Jan 4

Super Eagles confirm AFCON warm-up tie vs Guinea

The Super Eagles will now play a warm-up game against Guinea ahead of the 2023 AFCON. Burkina Faso were the other likely opponents for the Super...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Jan 4

DStv’s SuperSport Won’t Be Broadcasting The 2024 AFCON Tournament

Multichoice, the company that owns Digital Satellite Television (DStv), has announced that they will not be broadcasting the Africa Cup of Nations...
PINDULA Jan 3

“I was underage” – AFCON 2013 winner reveals why his move to Chelsea stalled

A lone strike from Sunday Mbah was enough to seal the AFCON 2013 triumph for Steven Keshi and the Super Eagles against Burkina Faso. 2013...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Jan 3

Luton's on-loan Manchester City defender earns Burkina Faso call for AFCON

Wingback named in the Stallions squad
LUTON TODAY Jan 3

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles may battle Burkina Faso, Guinea in only warm-up game

The Super Eagles will take on either Burkina Faso or Guinea in their only pre-AFCON friendly on January 9. According to SCORENigeria, officials of...
DAILY POST (NG Jan 3

Super Eagles battle Burkina Faso or Guinea for AFCON

The Super Eagles will take on either Burkina Faso or Guinea in Dubai on June 9 in their only warm-up game for the 2023 AFCON, SCORENigeria has...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Jan 3

Algeria: Algeria in Search of Third TotalEnergies Afcon Title

[CAF] Algeria will participate in the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations for the 19th time in its history. They in Group D with Angola, Burkina...
ALLAFRICA.COM Jan 2

Africa Cup of Nations 2023: Dates, UK kick-off times, groups, schedule and how to follow as Senegal aim to defend title in Ivory Coast

The Africa Cup of Nations is set to begin next weekend as the continents best compete for the title in Ivory Coast. Senegal are the reigning...
TALKSPORT Jan 2

Which Dream Team stars will miss fixtures because of Africa Cup of Nations and Asian Cup?

DREAM TEAM managers have a couple of sizeable hurdles to negotiate this month in the form of the Asian Cup and Africa Cup of Nations. Dozens of...
THE SUN Jan 2

Algeria’s Amine Gouiri ruled out of AFCON due to injury

Algeria and Stade Rennais forward Amine Gouiri is set to miss out on the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) due to injury. Algeria were drawn in...
KINGFUT Jan 1

“I want to win the AFCON” – Jose Peseiro fires warning to Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, Egypt, others

The Super Eagles last won the African Cup of Nations tournament back in 2013, after a lone goal from Sunday Mba sealed the deal against Burkina...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Jan 1

AFCON 2023: How Super Eagles’ Final 25-Man Squad Was Picked —Peseiro

Jose Peseiro has explained how the Super Eagles’ 25-man squad was picked for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Eagles final squad for this...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 1

NFF silent on Super Eagles AFCON warm-up games in Dubai

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) did not reveal any warm-up games for the Super Eagles leading up to the 2023 AFCON when they announced the...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Dec 30, 2023

Super Eagles, 5 other AFCON finalists prepare in Dubai

The Super Eagles are one of six 2023 AFCON finalists who will put finishing touches to their preparations for the tournament in the United Arab...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Dec 29, 2023

AFCON Legends: Burkina Faso

With the Africa Cup of Nations on the horizon in 2024 and dozens of Ligue 1 Uber Eats players set to represent their countries in Côte d’Ivoire, we...
LIGUE1 Dec 26, 2023

Super Eagles To Face Cape Verde, Burkina Faso in January Friendlies

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) in a move set to fuel the enthusiasm of football fans nationwide has officially confirmed plans for two...
SPORTS247 Dec 26, 2023

Nigeria to Face Burkina Faso and Cape Verde In Pre-AFCON Friendlies

Nigeria will play two pre-tournament friendlies ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The post Nigeria to Face Burkina Faso and Cape Verde In...
BRILA Dec 26, 2023

Burkina Faso/Cape Verde: 2023 Afcon - Super Eagles to Play Burkina Faso, Cape Verde Friendlies Jan

[Daily Trust] Ahead of the next month's Africa Cup of Nations, Super Eagles will play two friendly matches against Burkina Faso and Cape Verde in...
ALLAFRICA.COM Dec 26, 2023

Super Eagles To Begin 2023 AFCON Preparation With Two Friendlies

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will play two friendly games ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations which will take place in Ivory Coast from January...
NAIJANEWS.COM Dec 26, 2023

AFCON 2023: Mauritania’s Amir Abdou picks 27 players for showdown

Amir Abdou, coach of Mauritania has selected 27 players to represent the country in the 2023 Total Energies Africa Cup of Nations Cote D’Ivoire...
KICK442.COM Dec 26, 2023

NFF schedules two warmup ties for Super Eagles ahead AFCON

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reportedly concluded plans for two international friendly games for the Super Eagles in January. The...
RIPPLESNIGERIA.COM Dec 25, 2023

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles to play Burkina Faso, Cape Verde friendlies in January

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will play two friendly games against Burkina Faso and Cape Verde in January ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations...
BLUEPRINT.NG Dec 25, 2023

Important streaming information for Boxing Day fixture

Broadcast only available in selected countries A full list of included countries can be found below Fans anywhere in the world can listen to...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Dec 24, 2023

Gambian referee Gassama – who whistled Nigeria’s historic win over Mali during AFCON triumph – retires

Nigeria lifted the continental trophy in 2013, beating Mali, Ivory Coast, and Burkina Faso along the way Gambia’s esteemed football official,...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Dec 23, 2023

Bayer Leverkusen hoping Nathan Tella is not named in Super Eagles' final AFCON squad 

In the worse case scenario, German Bundesliga table toppers Bayer Leverkusen could be without five African players when the 2023 Africa Cup of...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Dec 22, 2023

Which Premier League players are playing at AFCON 2023?

THE Africa Cup of Nations is just around the corner – and some familiar faces are expected to feature. Several Premier League sides are set to lose...
THE SUN Dec 22, 2023

Important streaming information for Millwall fixture

Broadcast only available in selected countries A full list of included countries can be found below Fans anywhere in the world can listen to...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Dec 22, 2023

2023 AFCON: NPFL Players Can Make Big Difference In Super Eagles –Onigbinde

Former Super Eagles coach, Adeboye Onigbinde has revealed that the players in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) can make a big...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Dec 21, 2023

Ex-Super Eagles striker Odemwingie makes interesting revelation about Nigeria's 2013 AFCON triumph

Former West Brom forward and retired Nigeria international Osaze Odemwingie has revealed that he had dreamt that the Super Eagles would be...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Dec 18, 2023

Video 🎥; Kennedy Musonda nets a beauty of a goal in Yanga SC big win 

Chipolopolo forward Kennedy Musonda scored a beautiful goal as Young Africans Sports Club (Yanga SC) thrashed Mtibwa Sugar 4-1. Musonda scored the...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 17, 2023

Bayer Leverkusen Won’t Miss Boniface, Tella During AFCON — Alonso

Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has said he will cope with the absence of Nigerian duo, Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella during the 2023...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Dec 16, 2023

Leverkusen updates: Rolfes rules out any January sales amid AFCON departures, Xabi comments on shortages

Bayer 04 Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes has, in light of the fact that his squad will lose a projected five actors to the Africa Cup of...
BULINEWS.COM Dec 16, 2023

Important streaming information for WBA fixture

Broadcast only available in selected countries A full list of included countries can be found below Fans anywhere in the world can listen to...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Dec 15, 2023

Super Eagles Set for Intensive Pre-AFCON Preparations with Three-Nation Tournament in UAE

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are scheduled to participate in a Three-Nation Tournament in a strategic move to fine-tune their Pre-AFCON preparations...
SPORTS247 Dec 8, 2023

Super Eagles to play Burkina Faso, UAE in preparation for AFCON

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will take part in a three-nation tournament as part of their preparations for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Burkina...
BLUEPRINT.NG Dec 7, 2023

Super Eagles tackle Burkina Faso, UAE in pre-AFCON tourney

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will take part in a three-nation tournament as part of their preparations for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Burkina...
DAILY POST (NG Dec 7, 2023

Super Eagles prepare for AFCON with UAE tourney

The Super Eagles will feature in a tournament in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of their preparations for the 2023 AFCON. Officials said...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Dec 6, 2023
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