Author: Duncan Mlanjira

* Pape Gueye extra time stunner hands Senegal second AfCON title alongside Algeria (1990, 2019) and DR Congo (1968, 1974) * I am very happy to score in the final, and most importantly, the Senegal national team now has a second star—Pape Gueye * Named Man of the Match of the final as Sadio Mane is voted Player of the Tournament with Morocco’s Brahim Diaz as Golden Boot winner Maravi Express Senegal were crowned champions of Africa for the…

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* Both men arrive with impeccable credentials, both are leaders for their countries, and both have been among the tournament’s standout performers * With margins traditionally razor-thin in AFCON finals, this could be a contest settled not by goals, but by gloves * As the final has two walking in the steps of their fathers: Senegal’s Sarr and Morocco’s El Aynaoui carry family heritage Maravi Express Before the ball is kicked in Rabat tonight (21h00), the Africa Cup of…

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* For Egypt, the defeat brought a frustrating end to a campaign that promised much, particularly after their dramatic quarter-final win over Côte d’Ivoire * The Pharaohs’ long wait for another bronze medal continues, with their last third-place appearance dating back more than four decades Maravi Express Nigeria strengthened their unique legacy in Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) history after defeating Egypt 4–2 on penalties in Saturday’s third-place play-off, extending a flawless record in bronze-medal matches — while ending Morocco…

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* Nwabali classically saved two penalties from Egypt stars Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush that earned him Match of the Match award * As Nigeria strengthened their unique legacy in AfCON history extending perfect bronze-medal record at 9 titles Maravi Express Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged hero for Nigeria as the Super Eagles secured the bronze medal at the Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) Morocco 2025, following a 4–2 penalty shootout victory over Egypt in Casablanca. The game had to…

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