As players and teams get ready to compete for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy, OkayAfrica brings you a preview of the 34th edition of Africa’s premier soccer event.
From the trail of controversy and cynicism to the teams vying for the inaugural title and prize money, catch up on Africa’s new football tournament, set to debut on Friday.
The World Cup qualifiers will test the mettle of African teams, but we also look at the chances of two continental favorites.
Banned by FIFA, dropped by Cameroon’s World Cup squad, and becoming a UEFA Champions League finalist, the Cameroonian’s foray into top-flight football has been marked by highs and lows.
As European football clubs continue to handle the summer’s transfer business, we have assembled our All-Stars African team, featuring Napoli talisman Victor Osimhen and others.
We cover all the grounds in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, from qualification recaps to star African players to watch out for.
Slated for next year, we round up the teams that have booked their place in the run-up to the tournament.
We rank the most expensive African footballers as international clubs plan to rebuild ahead of another season.
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OkayAfrica is the premiere digital platform bringing the worlds of African music, art, culture, style, sports and politics to a global audience. Founded in 2010 as an extension of Okayplayer, OkayAfrica serves as a cultural bridge to foster deeper understanding of the continent, while also building meaningful connections with its diaspora.
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