Sierra Leone’s Ismailia camp bubbles ahead of U20 AFCON opener
The camp of Sierra Leone’s Shooting Stars in Ismailia, Egypt, has welcomed the last three foreign-based players: Arsenal’s Osman Kamara, Reading defender Abraham Kanu, and RWDM forward Kevin Bobson Kargbo. They arrived with National Team Ambassador Christian Duada in preparation for their opening match against Zambia on Sunday, April 27th. Sierra Leone is filled with […]
South Africa’s Amajita arrive in Egypt ahead of U20 AFCON
U20 AFCON The South African U-20 team has arrived in Cairo to participate in the African Cup, set to begin on Sunday in Cairo and Ismailia. The delegation arrived at Cairo Airport on Thursday morning to compete in the Africa Cup of Under-20, which runs from Sunday until May 18. Thirteen teams will compete for […]
Senegal set to defend U20 Cup of Nations title in Egypt
Senegal arrived at the TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, Egypt 2025, as the defending champions and a team to beat. With a strong reputation for producing elite youth talent, the Lionceaux of Teranga aims to retain their title. Under coach Serigne Saliou Dia, they blend tactical discipline with attacking flair in pursuit of […]
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Beat Egypt in Cairo Pre-U20 Afcon friendly
On Tuesday, Nigeria’s Flying Eagles defeated Egypt’s Young Pharaohs 2-1 in a pre-Cup of Nations friendly match held at the Cairo International Stadium. Goals from Kparobo Arierhi and Precious Benjamin ensured a strong victory for Nigeria’s U20 team in Cairo. (Photo Credit EFA) Kparobo Arierhi scored Nigeria’s first goal in the 10th minute, after being […]
Tanzania head coach Suleiman Hemed aware of U20 AFCON challenges
Tanzania U20 head coach Suleiman Hemed Morocco is aware of the tough challenge ahead after his team was drawn into a competitive Group A at the TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt 2025. The draw placed Tanzania alongside hosts Egypt, Zambia, South Africa, and Sierra Leone. In an interview, Coach Morocco acknowledged […]
Boyd Mulwanda names five foreign-based to Zambia U20 Cup of Nations squad
Zambia Under-20 men’s coach Boyd Mulwanda has announced his final 25-member squad for the 2025 TotalEnergies Egypt Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) U20 tournament, which begins this week. The team departed on a Fly Emirates flight at 21:35 hours, connecting via Dubai, and to arrive in Cairo at around 08:10 hours. Joseph Sabobo Banda, who […]
Ghana touch down in Cairo ahead of the U20 Cup of Nations
The Ghanaian youth national team arrived in Cairo, Egypt on (Sunday) ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations Under-20 finals, which are being hosted by Egypt from April 27th to May 18th. A total of 13 teams will compete in the tournament. The team, which has won the African championship four times (in 1993, 1999, […]
Morocco win first U17 Africa Cup of Nations after dramatic penalty shootout
Morocco secured the CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations for the first time by defeating Mali 4-2 on penalties after a goalless draw in the final at Stade El Bachir in Mohammedia. Moroccan goalkeeper Zakaria Alaoui made two crucial saves in the shootout, exciting the home fans after a closely contested match. This victory marks […]
Malian Mamadou Doumbia goal was not enough in Watford’s defeat
Watford, reduced to nine men, faced a narrow defeat against league leaders Burnley despite a strong performance, taking an early lead through Mamadou Doumbia’s header. Malian Mamadou Doumbia scored an early second goal for the Hornets, but Burnley equalized before half-time with a header from Zian Flemming. After the break, Josh Brownhill scored Burnley’s winner. […]
Ivory Coast claim Cup of Nations U17 bronze after defeating Burkina Faso
Côte d’Ivoire secured third place in the CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations after a thrilling 5-2 victory in a penalty shootout against Burkina Faso at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca on Friday. The match ended in a tightly contested 1-1 draw after regular time, but the Young Elephants showcased their composure during the […]
