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Morocco begin AFCON 2025 with statement win over Comoros

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is officially underway, and host nation Morocco have made a winning start on home soil.

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Arizona Cardinals fans get opportunity to travel on team plane

"CBS Saturday Morning" travels with Arizona Cardinals season-ticket holders who were offered the opportunity to take the team plane to a game.

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Basketball tournament in Cotonou unites West African youth

The third edition of The Last Last, a regional basketball event organized by the association The Future, has brought together teams from Benin, Togo, Nigeria and Ghana in the economic capital of Cotonou, celebrating sport as a powerful t...

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Tunisia prepare for key AFCON clash against Nigeria

Tunisia are building momentum in the Africa Cup of Nations after a 3-1 win over Uganda. The team is now focused on their upcoming match against Nigeria, aiming to strengthen their position in the group.

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Tunisia aim for knockout stage after strong AFCON start

Tunisia's national football team leads Group C after a 3-1 victory over Uganda in their opening Africa Cup of Nations match. The team is preparing for a crucial group stage game against Nigeria, with a win set to secure their place in th...

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Steve Smith reflects on Australia's Ashes defeat

Steve Smith reflected on Australia's Boxing Day loss to England at the MCG, raising concerns about pitch conditions and the diminishing role of spin bowling in Test cricket.

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Slot credits luck for Liverpool's recent Premier League surge

Liverpool manager Arne Slot attributes the team's recent improvement to stronger defending and a change in fortune, following key wins over Brighton and Tottenham.

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Mali draw with Morocco to keep tournament hopes alive

Mali secured a 1-1 draw against hosts Morocco in Rabat, maintaining their qualification hopes. Coach Tom Saintfiet criticized the officiating, particularly a penalty decision and a missed handball incident.

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Morocco's AFCON winning streak ends with draw against Mali

Morocco's 19-match winning run at the Africa Cup of Nations was halted after a draw with Mali. The result leaves Morocco at the top of Group A but needing a win in their next match to secure first place.

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Nigeria prepares for crucial AFCON group clash against Tunisia

Nigeria's Super Eagles intensify preparations ahead of a pivotal AFCON Group C match against Tunisia, with both teams coming off opening victories and eyeing a spot in the knockout stages.

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DR Congo prepares for decisive clash against Senegal in tournament

DR Congo head coach Sébastien Desabre has meticulously prepared his team for a crucial match against Senegal, a leading African football nation. The teams are joint top of their group after opening victories, and DR Congo seeks a histori...

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Controversial penalty sees South Africa fall to Egypt in AFCON opener

South Africa's Africa Cup of Nations campaign began with a 1-0 defeat to Egypt, marked by a disputed penalty and a red card for Egypt. Manager Hugo Bruce criticized the officiating, leaving South Africa's tournament prospects uncertain.

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Arteta provides squad fitness updates ahead of Brighton clash

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta shared important injury updates before the team's match against Brighton, highlighting the status of key players during a critical stage of the Premier League season.

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Amorim praises Manchester United in narrow win over Newcastle

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim commended his team's defensive effort after a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Newcastle, secured by Patrick Dorgu's first-half goal. Amorim highlighted the squad's unity and determination under pres...

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Egypt secures win over South Africa to keep championship hopes alive

Egypt defeated South Africa 1-0 despite playing with 10 men in the second half. Goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy was named man of the match, emphasizing the team's unity and determination.

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Host nation Morocco celebrate 2-0 win over Comoros

After a spectacular opening ceremony, Morocco kicked off its Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a convincing 2-0 victory over Comoros.

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AFCON 2025 heats up as Morocco, Egypt shine and fan zones come alive

The atmosphere at Royal Air Maroc’s cultural activation in the Rabat Fan Zone captured the spirit of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, as football, culture and fan engagement came together in Morocco’s capital.

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Humbert defeats Fokina in virtual race ahead of Macau tennis clash

French tennis player Ugo Humbert bested Alejandro Davidovich Fokina on racing simulators at the Macau Grand Prix Museum, reversing their usual tennis rivalry before their upcoming match at the MGM Macau Tennis Masters.

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Monaco defeats Real Madrid in EuroLeague thriller

Monaco won a 100-95 victory over Real Madrid in a closely contested EuroLeague match, with Eli Okubo leading the home team in scoring. The game remained competitive till its final moments.

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Patrick Dorgu makes debut goal in Manchester United win

Patrick Dorgu scored his first ever goal for Manchester United, leading his team to a 1-0 victory against Newcastle. It marks the Red Devils' first home win in four weeks.

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Nigeria prepares for crucial Group C match against Tunisia

The Super Eagles are training in Morocco for what could be the defining match for Group C in AFCON. Both teams won their opening games, making the upcoming encounter a potential group decider.

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Senegal prepares for AFCON clash against DR Congo

Defending champions Senegal are set to face DR Congo in a crucial AFCON Group D match in Tangier, Morocco. Both teams are tied on points, but Senegal leads the group due to goal difference. A win would take Senegal to the knockout stages.

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Al-Hilal edge Al-Khaleej to stay one point behind in SPL title race

Al-Hilal edged past Al-Khaleej to victory at Kingdom Arena, the latter mounting a late comeback. Al-Hilal are now one point behind Saudi Pro League ladder leaders Al-Nassr.

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Utah Grizzlies' game postponed due to possible player strike

The Utah Grizzlies' Friday night game has been postponed due to a possible player strike.

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Is Travis Kelce considering retiring from the NFL?

Travis Kelce may have played his last home game with the Kansas City Chiefs as he weighs a potential retirement. The Athletic's Charlotte Carroll joins CBS News with more.

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Josh Tongue remains optimistic after England's Boxing Day collapse

England's Josh Tongue maintains hope following a dramatic first day at the MCG, where England bowled out Australia for 156 but then suffered their own batting collapse.

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Sudanese football fans find hope amid humanitarian crisis

Sudanese supporters in Morocco seek solace and optimism through football as their country faces ongoing conflict and displacement. Despite a heavy defeat in their opening match, the fans' resilience highlights the unifying power of sport.

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Spurs defeat Thunder for eighth straight win

The San Antonio Spurs secured a decisive 117-102 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, marking their eighth consecutive victory and strengthening their position in the Western Conference.

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England cricket team faces challenges after Ashes defeat, injury

England's cricket team struggles to maintain morale at the MCG after losing the Ashes series and key bowler Joffre Archer to injury, with off-field controversies adding further pressure.

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Mali faces crucial Africa Cup of Nations match against hosts Morocco

Mali's Africa Cup of Nations hopes are at risk as they prepare to play Morocco after a 1-1 draw with Zambia. Head coach Tom Saintfeet remains optimistic despite the pressure.