Keywords: African football


Caf unveils star-packed opening concert ahead of Africa Cup of Nations 2025 kickoff

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced a high-energy opening concert for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, set to ignite fan excitement just before the tournament begins. Hosted at the OLM Souissi fan zone in Rabat on Saturday, December 20, the event kicks off at 6:00 p.m.......

Afcon 2025: Manchester United upset with Moroccan federation over Mazraoui

Tensions have emerged between Manchester United and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) following the early release of defender Noussair Mazraoui ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Moroccan international joined the national team’s training camp in Morocco while his club was......

Arab Cup: Tarik Sektioui confident ahead of Morocco A’ semi-final clash

With only hours remaining before the semi-final showdown against the United Arab Emirates, Morocco’s local national team (Morocco A’) is approaching the match with confidence and determination. The encounter is scheduled to take place at the Khalifa International Stadium in Al Rayyan as part......

Mohamed Ramadan films official AFCON 2025 anthem in Marrakech

Egyptian artist Mohamed Ramadan is currently in Marrakech, where he is filming the music video for the official anthem of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, set to take place in Morocco later this winter. The singer and actor confirmed the news during a recent appearance on an Egyptian television......

Movistar Plus+ to broadcast 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco

Madrid, Spain – Spanish digital TV platform Movistar Plus+ announced it will broadcast all matches of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2025), set to take place in Morocco from December 21 to January 18. The coverage will include the opening match, the final, and all games in between, offering......

2M unveils special programming for CAN 2025

In preparation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), Moroccan media group 2M has announced an extensive programming lineup across its television, radio, and digital platforms. This ambitious initiative aims to celebrate African football while showcasing the continent's cultural diversity. With......

Morocco drops two places in FIFA women’s ranking, ends the year 66th

Morocco’s women’s national football team has slipped two positions in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking, finishing the year in 66th place. The updated standings, released on Thursday, reflect a challenging final stretch for the Atlas Lionesses, who recorded one win, one draw, and......

African coaches criticize FIFA over late player release for CAN 2025

African national team coaches have expressed strong discontent with FIFA’s decision to delay the release of players for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), which will be held in Morocco from December 21 to January 18. The governing body announced that clubs will now have until December 15, instead......

Fouzi Lekjaa: Morocco’s success in organizing AFCON 2025 is a victory for all Africa

Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), stated on Wednesday in Salé that Morocco’s successful organization of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be “not only a victory for the Kingdom but a success for the entire African continent.” During......