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In 2022, Ivory Coast striker Sebastien Haller was asked if he would prefer to stay with his title-chasing Dutch club Ajax to start the year rather than go to the Africa Cup of Nations.His response was to the point."This question shows the disrespect for Africa," he said."Would this question ever get asked to a European player ahead of the Euros? Of course I am going."Read more below.
Burkina Faso will not continue with head coach Hubert Velud after their disappointing last 16 exit at the Africa Cup of Nations.Velud's side lost against Mali after picking up four points in their group stage. In the past 11 years, Burkina Faso have reached one AFCON final and a further two semi-finals - making this year an underwhelming campaign.Frenchman Velud, 64, will depart along with his coaching staff, the Burkinabe FA confirmed on Friday.“The committee noted that results fell short of the expectations of the Burkinabe people and reassured football lovers of its desire that the n...
After four weeks of showcasing what the continent has to offer, the Africa Cup of Nations is down to a final two.Hosts Ivory Coast play Nigeria in today's showpiece final in what has been the most thrilling AFCON in decades.But what’s made it so good? Has the on-pitch drama been matched by the eyeballs watching the tournament?And what does AFCON need to do off the pitch to match the success on it?Host Ayo Akinwolere is joined by former Ivory Coast defender, and 2012 AFCON runner-up, Sol Bamba as well as The Athletic's Jay Harris to discuss and debate what has made AFCON 2023 such a...
The Wagner Group used to serve Russia's interests in Africa — unofficially. But with Wagner's collapse, Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched a new Africa Corps, with soldiers officially deployed to Burkina Faso.
The Wagner Group used to serve Russia's interests in Africa — unofficially. But with Wagner's collapse, Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched a new Africa Corps, with soldiers officially deployed to Burkina Faso.