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South Africa secured its first World Cup appearance since 2010 after Nigeria's late win over Benin. Nigeria's qualification hopes hinge on their final match, with South Africa's points deduction and recent incidents complicating the race. The final group matches are decisive for the continent's qualifiers.
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The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 begins in Morocco on December 21, with 24 teams competing across six cities. Morocco, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Senegal, and Algeria are among the favorites. The final is scheduled for January 18 at Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. All matches are broadcast free-to-air in the UK on Channel 4.
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CAF president Patrice Motsepe announced a major restructuring of Africa's football calendar, including moving the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle and introducing an annual Nations League. The changes aim to align African football with global standards and boost revenue, but have raised concerns about scheduling conflicts and the impact on players.