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AFCON Group C: Powerhouse Nigeria lead evolving Tunisia, Tanzania

Nigeria enter with historic weight and a squad built for a deep run, while Tanzania arrive on the back of unprecedented progress.

AFCON Group B: Bafana, Egypt headline complex battlefield

Egypt enter AFCON 2025 as perennial contenders with unmatched continental pedigree, while Bafana Bafana arrive buoyed by renewed stability and recent qualification success.

Morocco's coach Walid Regragui (C) and his players greet the fans after the friendly football match between Morocco and Brazil at the Ibn Batouta Stadium in Tangier on March 26, 2023. (Photo by Fadel Senna / AFP)

AFCON Group A: Morocco lead competitive field

Morocco enter the Africa Cup of Nations as hosts and group favourites, returning to the continental stage with strong form and a deep, experienced squad.

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Watch: Why Liverpool are on a losing streak

Champions Liverpool have lost 6 out of 12 Premier League games this season and sit 12th in the table, 11 points behind leaders Arsenal.

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UCL Wrap: Guardiola gamble backfires, Chelsea dominate Barca

Pep Guardiola took the blame after his selection gamble backfired as under-strength Manchester City suffered a shock 2-0 defeat against Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League on Tuesday.

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Maresca warns against Estevao’ “Messi” hype

Enzo Maresca on Tuesday played down comparisons between Estevao and Lionel Messi after Chelsea’s wonderkid scored a spectacular solo Champions League goal in a thumping 3-0 win against Barcelona.

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Rashford thriving in Barcelona sunshine

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick said on Monday Marcus Rashford is benefiting from a change of scene including sunny skies in Spain, following his loan move from boyhood club Manchester United.

Pirates and stellenbosch seek crucial midweek momentum

Orlando Pirates aim to consolidate their title challenge against struggling Chippa United, while Stellenbosch FC look to stabilise their season in a critical away fixture at Orbit College.

Watch: Arsenal’s title to lose? | UCL Breakdown

Pundits, Fletcher, Hargreaves, Joe Cole, and Joleon Lescott analyse Arsenal’s chances of winning the Champions League and more.

Zwane signals intent to extend playing career

Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Themba Zwane says he intends to continue playing professionally as long as his physical condition allows, emphasising that he alone will determine when it is time to retire.