Kepa heroics send Arsenal into Carabao Cup semis
Kepa Arrizabalaga emerged as the unlikely hero as Arsenal edged Crystal Palace 8-7 on penalties after a dramatic 1-1 draw, booking a Carabao Cup semi-final showdown with Chelsea.
Ajayi and Lookman fire Nigeria past spirited Tanzania
Nigeria opened their AFCON Group C campaign with a 2-1 win over Tanzania in Fes, but not without a scare, as the Taifa Stars pushed the Super Eagles all the way in an entertaining contest.
Semo strike sends AFC Leopards top after gritty Bidco win
Samuel Semo’s first-half goal sealed a hard-fought 1-0 victory for AFC Leopards over Bidco United at Kasarani, lifting Ingwe to the summit of the FKF Premier League as the season heads into the festive break.
Bongonda strike hands Congo DR narrow AFCON win over Benin
Théo Bongonda’s early goal proved decisive as Congo DR edged past Benin 1-0 in a tense Africa Cup of Nations Group stage clash, securing a valuable opening victory despite sustained late pressure.
Jackson double fires Senegal past Botswana
Nicolas Jackson struck twice as reigning champions Senegal began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Botswana at the Grand Stade de Tanger, underlining their status as early tournament favourites.
Salah strikes late as Egypt survive Zimbabwe scare
Mohamed Salah scored deep into stoppage time to hand Egypt a dramatic 2-1 victory over Zimbabwe in their Africa Cup of Nations Group B opener at Stade d'Agadir.
Foster fires Bafana to rare AFCON opening win
Lyle Foster struck late as South Africa beat Angola 2-1 in Marrakesh, sealing an opening Africa Cup of Nations victory for the first time in 21 years.
Police surrender lead as Homeboyz fight back in Kakamega
Kenya Police FC let a two-goal advantage slip as Kakamega Homeboyz rallied strongly in the second half to force a 2-2 draw in a lively FKF Premier League clash at Bukhungu Stadium.
Daka saves Zambia late in AFCON draw with Mali
Patson Daka struck deep into stoppage time to rescue Zambia from defeat as the Copper Bullets held Mali to a 1-1 draw in their Africa Cup of Nations Group A opener in Casablanca.
Morocco Cruises Past Comoros in AFCON Group A Opener
Morocco opened their Africa Cup of Nations Group A campaign with a commanding 2-0 win over Comoros at Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah, setting the tone for their tournament ambitions.