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AFCON 2025 group stage is underway in Morocco with historic wins, dramatic matches, and vibrant fan celebrations. Benin secures its first-ever AFCON victory, Egypt becomes the first team to reach the knockout stage, and other teams like Senegal, Nigeria, and Ivory Coast make strong starts. Fan zones across Moroccan cities add to the tournament's lively atmosphere.

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Benin secure their first-ever AFCON victory with a 1-0 win over Botswana

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  • Benin secure first-ever AFCON win, beating Botswana 1-0 36s
  • Victory keeps Benin's qualification hopes alive 49s
  • Senegal and DR Congo draw after late goal by Sadio Mane 1m 21s
  • Nigeria defeat Tunisia 3-2 in a thrilling Group C match 1m 38s
  • AFCON 2025 atmosphere in Morocco is lively and engaging 2m 1s

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Benin secure their first-ever AFCON victory with a 1-0 win over Botswana
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Africanews
1 day ago
Benin secure their first-ever AFCON victory with a 1-0 win over Botswana

Benin earns their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations win by defeating Botswana 1-0 in Rabat, keeping qualification hopes alive and energizing fans.

AFCON 2025 heats up as Morocco, Egypt shine and fan zones come alive
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Africanews
2 days ago
AFCON 2025 heats up as Morocco, Egypt shine and fan zones come alive

Egypt beats South Africa 1-0 in Agadir, becoming the first team to secure a spot in the AFCON 2025 knockout stage. Morocco draws Mali, staying close to qualification.

AFCON 2025: South Africa and Egypt to face off in Group B tie
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4 days ago
AFCON 2025: South Africa and Egypt to face off in Group B tie

Egypt and South Africa both win their opening Group B matches and prepare to face each other in a crucial tie.

AFCON 2025: Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso make strong starts
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4 days ago
AFCON 2025: Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso make strong starts

Burkina Faso achieves a dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Equatorial Guinea, Algeria defeats Sudan 3-0, Côte d’Ivoire wins 1-0 against Mozambique, and Cameroon beats Gabon 1-0.

AFCON 2025: Ivory Coast to face Mozambique in first Group F match
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6 days ago
AFCON 2025: Ivory Coast to face Mozambique in first Group F match

Ivory Coast, reigning champions, begin their title defense against Mozambique, aiming for a fourth AFCON crown.

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