Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea has been appointed as the center-referee for the crunchy game between host Morocco and Nigeria in the semi-final I of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey looks set to leave Villarreal at the end of the season, with head coach Marcelino reportedly deciding not to extend his contract.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has dismissed two referees from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, suspending them for the remainder of the tournament following what it described as unsatisfactory performances.
Nigeria are on the brink of making Africa Cup of Nations history as they head into the final stages of the 2025 tournament in Morocco, targeting the record for the most goals scored in a single AFCON campaign.
It is almost impossible to escape the presence of Brahim Diaz at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, both on and off the pitch.
Across Morocco’s host cities, the diminutive midfielder’s image dominates billboards, television adverts and promotional campaigns, mirroring his growing influence on the field. More importantly, Diaz has become a fan favourite and one of the standout performers of the tournament, playing a central role in Morocco’s march to the semi-finals.
Mohamed Salah scored and provided an assist as Egypt withstood the Ivorian wave to snatch a dramatic 3-2 victory in a thrilling quarter-final, where the Pharaohs’ efficiency made the difference against the territorial dominance of the Elephants.
