AFCON 2023 Archives

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

January 14, 2024January 14, 2024

Cote D’Ivoire Beat Guinea – Bissau 2-0 In AFCON 2023 Opener

Seko Fofana’s stunning early goal set host Côte d’Ivoire on the way to a 2-0 win over Guinea-Bissau before a euphoric crowd as the Africa Cup of Nations kicked off on Saturday, January 13. Saudi-based Fofana scored within four minutes at

January 10, 2024January 10, 2024

AFCON 2023: Akufo-Addo Extends Best Wishes To Black Stars In Vibrant Farewell Dinner In Kumasi

President Akufo-Addo extended his best wishes to the Black Stars during a farewell dinner ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations in Cote D’Ivoire. The event, held in Kumasi, saw the presence of notable figures such as Youth and Sports Minister

January 3, 2024January 3, 2024

Black Stars Arrive In Kumasi For Camping Ahead Of AFCON 2023

Black Stars have arrived in Kumasi to begin residential camping in preparation for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The team had initially planned to camp in Johannesburg, South Africa, but due to public outcry over the location of the