Sources: Utd plan for Onana absence for AFCON
Manchester United are resigned to losing André Onana to AFCON in January although the goalkeeper is yet to make a decision about whether he will play if he's called up by Cameroon, sources told ESPN.
Source: Onana to focus on Man Utd over AFCON
André Onana is reluctant to take time away from Man United to play for Cameroon at the AFCON in January, a source has told ESPN.
Morocco win bid to host 2025 AFCON finals
Morocco were awarded the hosting of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals while the 2027 rights were handed to a co-bid from Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
United's Onana leads Cameroon to AFCON finals
A nervy Cameroon scored twice in the second half to beat Burundi 3-0 in Garoua on Tuesday and qualify for January's Africa Cup of Nations finals, overcoming their plucky opponents as André Onana marked his return to the team with a series of key saves.
Gambia book spot in Africa Cup of Nations finals
Gambia came back from two goals down to force a 2-2 draw with Congo in earthquake-devastated Morocco on Sunday and book their place at next year's Africa Cup of Nations finals.
DR Congo, Mauritania, Mozambique reach AFCON
DR Congo, Mauritania and Mozambique qualified for the next Africa Cup of Nations finals with wins on Saturday, but the games were overshadowed by the earthquake in Morocco that killed more than 1,000 people.
AFCON tie in Morocco on despite deadly quake
Congo and Gambia's African Cup of Nations qualifier in Marrakech will go ahead as scheduled on Sunday despite the powerful earthquake that struck the city on Friday.
Ghana, Angola, Tanzania qualify for AFCON finals
Ghana, Angola and Tanzania qualified for January's African Cup of Nations finals when they finished in the top two of their respective groups on Thursday.
Sources: Onana plans one-match AFCON return
Andre Onana has only committed to returning to the Cameroon set-up for one game, sources have told ESPN, and there will be further talks if they qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Man Utd risk losing Onana to AFCON in January
Manchester United risk losing André Onana for a month in the new year after the goalkeeper confirmed his return to international duty with Cameroon.
Liverpool 'can't afford' to lose Salah despite £150m Al Ittihad bid (2:14)
Guinea become latest to qualify for Cup of Nations finals
Guinea became the latest side to seal their place at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations finals in Ivory Coast when they qualified without kicking a ball on Tuesday.
Iheanacho winner clinches Nigeria AFCON spot
Striker Kelechi Ihenacho scored a stoppage time winner as Nigeria beat Sierra Leone 3-2 in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers to become one of four countries on Sunday to be added to the list of finalists for next year's tournament.
Egypt qualify for Africa Cup of Nations finals
Egypt came from behind to beat Guinea 2-1 on Wednesday and secure a record-extending 26th appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations finals as they made sure of top spot in their qualifying group with one match to play in the preliminary competition.
Algeria frontrunners to host 2027 AFCON, Morocco omitted
Algeria head a list of four bids to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which CAF announced on Thursday, but Morocco are a surprise omission.
AFCON qualifying: Guinea-Bissau stun Nigeria
Guinea-Bissau's Mama Balde scored the only goal as they stunned Nigeria with a 1-0 win in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Abuja.
Can Osimhen transfer his form to Nigeria, and other AFCON talking points
Will Osimhen's form shift from club to country? How will Haller's Ivory Coast return go? Will a Chelsea youngster make his Cameroon debut?
AFCON U20 Preview: Looking for generational talent
The Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt represents a priceless opportunity for scouts to glimpse future superstars of the continental game.
CAF unveils plans for African Super League to start in August 2023
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) launched a new club Super League concept on Wednesday.
Napoli owner: African stars need AFCON waiver
Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis said he would not sign any more African players unless they agreed to not take part in the Africa Cup of Nations.
AFCON qualifiers postponed for WC prep
The African Cup of Nations qualifiers in September have been postponed to allow their World Cup-bound teams to prepare for the tournament.
COVID outbreak hits South Africa ahead of WAFCON quarterfinal
The South Africa national team have reported a COVID-19 outbreak in their camp only two days before their WAFCON quarterfinal against Tunisia
Mane heads African POTY award shortlist
Sadio Mane heads a list of 10 nominees for the African Footballer of the Year award, the Confederation of African Football announced on Monday.
Zambia FA critical of 'stringent' Banda hormone tests
Zambia striker Barbra Banda was aware of her testosterone levels not meeting CAF's standards, but the FAZ say she was shocked by her AWCON omission.
African Cup of Nations finals moved to January 2024
The African Football Confederation (CAF) has switched the dates of the next African Cup of Nations finals to January 2024.
AFCON Standings
| 2023 Africa Cup of Nations - Gro | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivory Coast | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equatorial Guinea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Guinea-Bissau | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nigeria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Africa Cup of Nations - Gro | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Cape Verde Islands | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Egypt | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ghana | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mozambique | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Africa Cup of Nations - Gro | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Cameroon | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gambia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Guinea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Senegal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Africa Cup of Nations - Gro | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Algeria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Angola | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Burkina Faso | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mauritania | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Africa Cup of Nations - Gro | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Mali | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Namibia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| South Africa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tunisia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Africa Cup of Nations - Gro | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Congo DR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Morocco | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tanzania | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Zambia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |