The partnership between Africa’s football governing body and the EU is aimed at improving footballing structures on the continent, including organized competitions at a grassroots level.
Fifteen years ago, South Africa became the first African country to host the globe’s biggest sporting event – delivering an unforgettable FIFA World Cup, and spreading a love of vuvuzelas.
From past to present, Africa’s headline football competition has produced many pulse-pounding and memorable matches. Here’s how we rank them.
The world took to the streets and social media as the Senegalese 'Lions of Teranga' won the AFCON title for the first time in history!
The unfortunate event took place Monday, ahead of the host country Cameroon's match against Comoros.
Nigerian Super Eagles star Kelechi Iheanacho scored the record breaking goal during Tuesday's match.
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