Salah leads Egypt into AFCON last eight
Captain Mohamed Salah scored in extra-time to seal victory for Egypt over a stubborn Benin in an AFCON last-16 thriller in Agadir.
Mahrez leads Algeria into quarter-final push
Algeria face a stern AFCON 2025 knockout test on Tuesday evening when they meet DR Congo in a round-of-16 clash loaded with intrigue and fine margins.
Egypt favourites in AFCON last-16 clash
Egypt continue their AFCON 2025 title pursuit on Monday as the record champions face Benin in a round-of-16 clash with quarter-finals firmly in sight. Group B winners, the Pharaohs progressed unbeaten, combining defensive control with moments of attacking quality, including two clean sheets from three matches. AFRICA PICKS: Egypt vs Benin – AFCON bets to bank on Benin arrive as… Read more →
Mozambique fairytale faces Nigeria firepower
Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 title charge continues on Monday night as the Super Eagles face Mozambique in a round-of-16 clash with clear momentum on their side.
Amorim sacked by Manchester United
Ruben Amorim has been sacked as Manchester United manager 14 months after arriving at Old Trafford, the club announced on Monday.
Bafana Bafana’s AFCON dream ends in Rabat
Goals either side of half-time by Junior Tchamadeu and Christian Kofane took Cameroon through to the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals at South Africa’s expense on Sunday as the Indomitable Lions edged their last-16 clash 2-1.
Three talking points from the Premier League weekend
Arsenal tightened their grip on the Premier League title race as Manchester City fluffed their lines to draw 1-1 with managerless Chelsea. Declan Rice struck twice in the Gunners 3-2 win at Bournemouth to open up a six-point lead at the top of the table.
Frank stands by decision as Spurs falter
Thomas Frank defended Tottenham’s decision to sell Brennan Johnson after Mohammed Kudus was injured during a deflating 1-1 draw against Sunderland that ended with jeers from frustrated fans on Sunday.
Amorim questions United hierarchy amid tensions
Ruben Amorim warned Manchester United’s hierarchy to “do their job” after Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Leeds, insisting he must be allowed to work without interference. Amorim raised doubts about his long-term United future in a spikey press conference that hinted at rifts behind the scenes at Old Trafford.
Diaz goal sends Morocco into AFCON quarters
Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz maintained his goal-a-game record at the Africa Cup of Nations by scoring to take Morocco into the quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Tanzania in Rabat on Sunday.