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Why is the Africa Cup of Nations taking place over Christmas?

The expansion of the Club World Cup and Champions League means Afcon will be played over Christmas and the New Year period for the first time.

The Independent UK

Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Everything you need to know, from the team in crisis to the best games to watch

Will Mohamed Salah lift his first Africa Cup of Nations title with Egypt? Or can Nigeria bounce back from their World Cup disappointment?

The Independent UK

When is the Africa Cup of Nations opening ceremony? Start time and how to watch before Morocco vs Comoros

Traditional curtain-raiser marks the start of the tournament

Evening Standard

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How Morocco plans to use hosting Afcon as springboard to become a global football powerhouse

Morocco will host the Africa Cup of Nations, which begins on Sunday

The Independent UK

Man United contact Fifa after Noussair Mazraoui blocked from Bournemouth match

Morocco wanted Mazraoui to join up with their squad ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations while Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo were allowed to play

The Independent UK

Virgil van Dijk reveals Mohamed Salah talks and ‘hopes’ he remains at Liverpool

The Liverpool captain has been in contact with Salah but is unsure how things will play out after the Africa Cup of Nations

The Independent UK

Van Dijk wants Salah to stay at Liverpool but admits he has ‘no idea’ what will happen

Virgil van Dijk wants Mohamed Salah to return to Liverpool after the Africa Cup of Nations but the club captain accepted there was no guarantee

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The five unanswered questions left after Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool return

The Egyptian returned to action against Brighton but his future at Anfield remains uncertain as he heads to the Africa Cup of Nations

The Independent UK

‘No issues to resolve’: Slot claims Salah matter over but talks expected during Afcon

Speaking after the forward’s positive return for Liverpool against Brighton, Arne Slot said he would see Mohamed Salah after the Africa Cup of Nations

The Guardian - UK

Manchester United set for double injury boost against Wolves after new update

Ruben Amorim still unsure when exactly Noussair Mazraoui, Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo will depart for the Africa Cup of Nations

Evening Standard

William Troost-Ekong exclusive: Nigeria captain reveals why is he retiring before AFCON

Ex-Watford defender has called time on his Super Eagles career ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations

Evening Standard

Arne Slot confirms Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool departure date for Africa Cup of Nations 2025

The Egyptian has struggled for the Reds this season and will be away with The Pharaohs during the festive period for the Africa Cup of Nations

The Independent UK

Why Man United face shortage of attackers as Benjamin Sesko injury blow confirmed

Sesko could be sidelined until after Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo depart for the Africa Cup of Nations

The Independent UK

Ruben Amorim raises concern with Manchester United facing Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo disruption

The Africa Cup of Nations will have a big impact on Manchester United later in the season

Evening Standard

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Arne Slot considering new role for £29.5m summer signing with Liverpool facing Mohamed Salah problem

The Africa Cup of Nations will have a big impact on Liverpool next season

The Independent UK

Algeria’s Guedioura hits back at Jamie Carragher’s AFCON remarks with 2019 triumph video

Ex-Algerian international Adlène Guedioura has responded to Jamie Carragher's recent comments about the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) by sharing a video of Algeria’s 2019 Cup victory.

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'I didn't say that you clown - stop playing to the gallery like you always do' Jamie Carragher and Rio Ferdinand spat continues on social media amid ongoing AFCON fallout

Carragher and Ferdinand have continued to clash after comments over the Africa Cup of Nations

Evening Standard

'Clown': Jamie Carragher and Rio Ferdinand clash over Mohamed Salah AFCON row

Liverpool legend criticised by ex-England team-mate after appearing to dismiss idea that the Africa Cup of Nations is a major tournament

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Teams that won major finals on home soil

A look at some of the men's national teams and club sides that won major trophies in their home country or at their own stadium...

The Guardian - UK

Afcon could move to December 2025 to avoid Club World Cup clash

The next edition of the Africa Cup of Nations could start in mid-December to accommodate the expanded Club World Cup and the new Champions League format

Radio France Internationale

Côte d’Ivoire’s “triple crown”

This week on The Sound Kitchen you’ll hear the answer to the question about the Africa Cup of Nations trophy. There’s “The Listener’s Corner” with Paul Myers, a delicious dessert from Erwan Rome on “Music from Erwan”, and of course, the new quiz and bonus question, so click on the…

Evening Standard

Nigeria vs Ghana LIVE! Friendly match stream, latest score and goal updates today

Rivals go head to head in Marrakech in their first match action since the Africa Cup of Nations

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Nicolas Pepe's Joyful Celebration After Africa Cup of Nations Triumph

In a moment of triumph, Nicolas Pepe celebrates his team's victory at Africa Cup of Nations, showcasing his exceptional skills and undeniable joy.

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Ivory Coast could make AFCON a story for the ages – but Africa's dream of hosting another full World Cup may be a way off

FFT's senior staff writer headed to Abidjan for the Africa Cup of Nations, and assesses the chances of the continent being chosen again as sole hosts of the globe's biggest tournament

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