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AFCON: Seven-time champion Egypt to face Benin for quarterfinal spot

Egyptian players are favourites to defeat Benin, who are appearing at this stage of the competition for only the second time in their history.

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Cameroon, South Africa set for high-stakes AFCON round of 16 clash

South Africa and Cameroon meet on Sunday in the Round of 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations, with both teams aiming to extend their tournament runs after finishing second in their respective groups.

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South Africa and Cameroon set for high-stakes round of 16 clash

South Africa and Cameroon, both finishing as group runners-up, will face off in a decisive round of 16 match. The teams have rarely met in recent years, and both sides emphasize the importance of this knockout encounter.

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Mozambique faces historic AFCON knockout test against Nigeria

Mozambique's national football team prepares for its first-ever AFCON knockout match, facing Nigeria, a team with a dominant record against them. The match marks a significant milestone in Mozambique's football history.

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FIFA World Cup trophy tour begins with Del Piero in Riyadh

The FIFA World Cup trophy has started its global tour, unveiled in Riyadh by Italian football legend Alessandro Del Piero. Del Piero commented on Italy's recent World Cup qualification struggles as the trophy is set to visit 35 countries.

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Cameroon prepare for round of 16 clash against South Africa

Cameroon’s national football team is set to face South Africa in the round of 16. Both teams finished second in their groups and are preparing for a high-stakes knockout match in Rabat.

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Shabab Al Ahly secure 3-0 win over Al Jazeera

Shabab Al Ahly defeated Al Jazeera 3-0 at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium, moving up to fourth place in the Adnok Pro League and narrowing the gap to the top teams.

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Garcia's clean sheet helps Barcelona extend lead

Joan Garcia faced his former club Espanyol and kept a clean sheet, helping Barcelona secure a crucial victory in the Catalan derby. Late assists from Firmin Lopez led to goals by Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski, sending Barcelona seven ...

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Arsenal overcome early setback to secure 3-2 win at Bournemouth

Arsenal came from behind to defeat Bournemouth 3-2, with Declan Rice scoring twice. Manager Mikel Arteta praised his players' resilience and highlighted Rice's growing influence in the squad.

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Al-Ahly edge Al-Nasr in dramatic contest to close league gap

Al-Ahly defeated league leaders Al-Nasr in a closely fought match, narrowing the points gap at the top. The game featured early goals, a comeback, and late drama with both teams finishing with ten men.

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Sporting CP held to draw by Gil Vicente after late equaliser and red card

Sporting CP's perfect start to 2026 was halted after a late equaliser from Gil Vicente, following a red card for Goncalo Inacio. The match ended in a draw, keeping Sporting in second place.

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Senegal faces Sudan in round of 16 without star defender

Tournament favourites Senegal will face Sudan in the AFCON round of 16, though missing key defender Kalidou Koulibaly. The defending champions remain confident, knowing they have a strong record against Sudan.

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Sudan prepares for greatest AFCON test yet against Senegal

Sudan's football team is hitting the training pitch hard ahead of a crucial knockout match against favourites Senegal. Midfielder Ammar Taifour is hoping fan support will get them through.

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'We could have been better': Arne Slot on Liverpool's title hopes

Liverpool manager Arne Slot was honest when asked about Liverpool's title hopes after a tough season for the club. They're currently fourth on the ladder, 12 points behind leader Arsenal.

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Senegal face Sudan in AFCON round of 16 without captain

Africa Cup of Nations favourite Senegal will play Sudan in the round of 16 without captain Kalidou Koulibaly, who was suspended in the team's victory over Benin.

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Mali seek first tournament win in AFCON round of 16 clash with Tunisia

Mali will face Tunisia in the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 after advancing from the group stage without a win. Coach Tom Saintfeit and midfielder Mamadou Sangaré say the team feels ready to take on the challenge.

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Guardiola dismisses speculation over Manchester City future

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has rejected rumours about his potential departure, reaffirming his commitment to the club ahead of their match against Chelsea.

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Chelsea under-21s coach steps up after Maresca's departure

Following Enzo Maresca's exit, Chelsea's under-21s coach Calum McFarlane prepares for his first senior match in charge against Manchester City at Etihad. The club continues its search for a fifth permanent manager since the Boli takeover.

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Barcelona seek to extend seven-point La Liga lead

Barcelona aim for a seven-point lead at the top of La Liga as they face Espanyol, who arrive on a five-match winning streak. Defender Ronaldo Araujo returns to the squad after recovering from depression.

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Barcelona manager cautious ahead of Espanyol match

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick praised Espanyol's recent form and emphasized caution before their upcoming derby. With Real Madrid not playing until later, Barcelona have a chance to extend their lead in La Liga.

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Barcelona aim to widen lead over Real Madrid

Barcelona, on an eight-game winning streak, seek to extend their lead over Real Madrid as they prepare to face Espanyol away. The match could increase their advantage to seven points before Madrid's next fixture.

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Arteta confident Arsenal can break Premier League title drought

Arsenal lead the Premier League by four points at the start of 2026. Manager Mikel Arteta says he thinks 2026 will be the club's year, as long as they keep up the momentum.

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Sudan must beat Senegal to win first AFCON knockout round

Sudan must defeat tournament favourites Senegal if they want to win their first ever knockout round of the Africa Cup of Nations after their loss to Burkina Faso.

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Morocco fans optimistic about AFCON win but are wary of facing Egypt

Morocco fans are starting to get excited about their team’s chances of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. But they’re wary of facing Egypt in the final.

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Gabon suspends national football team after Africa Cup exit

Gabon’s government has suspended its national football team, banned star striker Pierre Emerick Aubameyang, and dismissed coach Thierry Mouyouma following a disappointing Africa Cup of Nations campaign.

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Manchester City draw at Sunderland, fall four points behind Arsenal

Manchester City were held to a 0-0 draw by Sunderland, despite dominating possession. Rodri returned after a year-long absence, but City's title hopes suffered as they fell further behind league leaders Arsenal.

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Liverpool held to goalless draw by Leeds United at Anfield

Liverpool's struggles continued as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Leeds United at Anfield, despite dominating possession and set-pieces. Manager Arne Slot questioned refereeing decisions and expressed concerns over his team's hesitancy ...

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Morocco advances in AFCON as fans anticipate potential clash with Egypt

Morocco's national football team has reached a pivotal stage in the Africa Cup of Nations, dominating Group A and preparing to face Tanzania in the round of 16. Supporters express both optimism and caution, particularly regarding a possi...

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AFCON 2025 sets new standard as Morocco chase home glory

On the pitch, optimism is building around the Atlas Lions. Haddaoui says Morocco have shown they are ready to compete for the title, while acknowledging the pressure that comes with playing at home.

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Bucs focused on beating Panthers, but need help to win division

The Bucs have lost seven of their last eight games, but can still make the playoffs if they beat the Carolina Panthers on Saturday and the Atlanta Falcons lose or tie against the New Orleans Saints.