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February 13, 2024February 13, 2024

Cote D’Ivoire Hold Colourful Trophy Parade After Winning AFCON 2023

Ivorians came out in their numbers for celebrations after Cote d'Ivoire clinched their third Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title. Emerse Fae led the Elephants to success during the 2023 AFCON as they came from behind to beat Nigeria in the

February 12, 2024February 12, 2024

Ivory Coast Beat Nigeria To Win 2023 AFCON

The Elephants of La Côte d'Ivoire have won the 34th edition of the coveted African Cup of Nations by beating the Super Eagles of Nigeria in the finals. Despite Nigeria taking the lead in the 38th minute of the game, Ivory

February 8, 2024February 8, 2024

Ivory Coast Beat DR Congo To Set Up Final Showdown With Nigeria In AFCON 2023

Sebastien Haller scored the winner as 2023 Africa Cup of Nations hosts Ivory Coast beat DR Congo to set up a final meeting with Nigeria. The only goal of a cagey contest in Abidjan came in the 65th minute when Haller’s

February 7, 2024February 7, 2024

“I Want To Win AFCON And World Cup” – GFA Boss Kurt Okraku

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Kurt Okraku, has reaffirmed his commitment to leaving a lasting legacy in Ghanaian football. Okraku’s pledge comes amid criticism over the Black Stars’ recent performances, particularly their failure to advance beyond the group stages at the

February 7, 2024February 7, 2024

Ghana FA Condemns Booing Of Black Stars Players By Journalists

Kurt Okraku, a former sports journalist and the current President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has expressed disappointment at the booing of players by some journalists in the mixed zone after Ghana’s draw against Mozambique at the AFCON 2023. The

February 7, 2024February 7, 2024

Hong Kong Govt Disappointed At Messi No Show

After failing to win any of their first four preseason games, Inter Miami finally registered victory as they beat Hong Kong XI 4-1 on Sunday, but star attraction Lionel Messi’s absence prompted the country’s government to express its disappointment. The eight-time

February 7, 2024February 7, 2024

Afcon 2023: Can African Heavyweights Survive Semi-Finals?

After drama aplenty in the quarter-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, including a 122nd-minute winner and a goalkeeper saving four penalties in a shoot-out, Wednesday's semi-finals in Ivory Coast have much to live up to. Three-time champions Nigeria face

February 6, 2024February 6, 2024

GFA Sanctions J.A Kufuor Cup Match

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has granted approval for the J.A. Kufuor Cup match between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman FC on Sunday, February 18, 2024. The match being organised by the John A. Kufuor (JAK) Foundation seeks to honour the profound

February 6, 2024February 6, 2024

Lionel Messi Defends Injury Absence In Hong Kong Friendly After Fans Boo

Forward Lionel Messi has defended himself after local fans booed Inter Miami because he missed a pre-season friendly in Hong Kong. Inter beat a League XI 4-1 in front of almost 40,000 fans on Sunday, with Argentina captain Messi left on

February 6, 2024February 6, 2024

Guardiola Responds To Haaland Speculation Amid Links With Real Madrid

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has challenged Real Madrid to make an offer for Erling Haaland if they really want him. There were reports in Spain last week that Haaland dislikes life in Manchester so much that he wants to leave