2025 AFCONQ

2025 AFCONQ: Morocco Star Brahim Díaz Crowned Top Scorer As Qualifiers Conclude
20 Nov

2025 AFCONQ: Morocco Star Brahim Díaz Crowned Top Scorer As Qualifiers Conclude

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Morocco’s Brahim Díaz emerged as the top scorer in the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after a hat-trick in his team’s 7-0 demolition of Lesotho on the final matchday. The 25-year-old forward, who plays for Real Madrid, leapfrogged Guinea’s Serhou Guirassy, who had led the charts with six goals after Matchday 5. Playing in front of an enthusiastic home crowd at the Stade d’Honneur d’Oujda, Díaz produced a sensational first-half performance, scoring three goals within 45 minutes. His efforts propelled Morocco to a flawless qualifying campaign, winning all six Group B matches with a +24 goal difference.…
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2025 AFCONQ: The Players Are Ready For Angola Game, Says Otto Addo
15 Nov

2025 AFCONQ: The Players Are Ready For Angola Game, Says Otto Addo

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Black Stars coach, Otto Addo, has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness for their upcoming match against Angola. The Black Stars will face Angola at the Estádio 11 de Novembro later tonight in a crucial Matchday 5 fixture of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, with the match set to kick off at 19:00 GMT. Addo and his players are eager to secure their first win of the qualifiers after a disappointing start. Ahead of the game, the former Borussia Dortmund talent coach assured that his squad is in great form. “Yeah, the boys look sharp and in…
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2025 AFCONQ: Ghana’s Chances Of Qualification Are Very Low – Angola Coach
13 Nov

2025 AFCONQ: Ghana’s Chances Of Qualification Are Very Low – Angola Coach

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Angola coach Pedro Goncalves believes Ghana faces a tough challenge in qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. The Portuguese coach made these remarks ahead of Matchday five of the qualifiers, scheduled for Friday, November 15, at Estádio 11 de Novembro. The Black Stars are winless after four games, leaving them in third place in Group F with just two points, trailing both Angola’s Palancas Negras and Sudan. Despite acknowledging Ghana as one of Africa’s top football nations and noting how special it is to play against them, Goncalves insisted that Otto Addo’s men face a difficult…
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2025 AFCONQ: I’m Not Afraid To Bench Any Player – Black Stars Coach Otto Addo
12 Nov

2025 AFCONQ: I’m Not Afraid To Bench Any Player – Black Stars Coach Otto Addo

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Ghana head coach, Otto Addo, has emphasized that no player is guaranteed a spot on the field, including the Black Stars’ key players. Speaking to the media last Thursday after unveiling his squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Angola and Niger, the 45-year-old coach expressed his readiness to bench anyone who doesn’t perform, including high-profile players like Thomas Partey, who was notably left out of the 25-man squad. “It’s not about local or non-local. It’s about performance. If you train well, why should I leave you on the bench? If I think you are better…
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2025 AFCONQ: Otto Addo To Announce Black Stars Squad For Angola, Niger Games Today
07 Nov

2025 AFCONQ: Otto Addo To Announce Black Stars Squad For Angola, Niger Games Today

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Black Stars head coach Otto Addo is expected to announce his squad today for the final rounds of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The senior national team will complete their qualification campaign with two crucial matches, facing Angola and Niger in their Matchday five and six encounters. Despite a challenging start, Ghana is determined to secure a spot in the 2025 tournament, set to take place in Morocco. Addo’s team will travel to Luanda to face Angola on November 15 at the Estádio 11 de Novembro, before returning to play Niger at the Accra Sports Stadium on…
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2025 AFCONQ: Eight More Players Joins Black Stars Camp For Sudan Games
08 Oct

2025 AFCONQ: Eight More Players Joins Black Stars Camp For Sudan Games

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Fenerbahçe defender, Alexander Djiku and seven other players have joined the Black Stars camp in Accra as they prepare for their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Sudan. Alongside Djiku, players including Tariq Lamptey, Alidu Seidu, Ernest Nuamah, Majeed Ashimeru, Lawrence Ati Zigi, Jerome Opoku, and Abdul Mumin have arrived, bringing the squad total to 19. Six more players are expected to join soon. The team began training with 11 players during their first session at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday evening. The Black Stars’ technical staff anticipates the remaining players, including late call-ups, to join…
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2025 AFCONQ: He Is Not Injured – GFA Gives More Update On Why Thomas Partey Will Miss Ghana v Sudan Games
08 Oct

2025 AFCONQ: He Is Not Injured – GFA Gives More Update On Why Thomas Partey Will Miss Ghana v Sudan Games

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The Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum has opened up on why Thomas Partey is not joining Black Stars camp. The Arsenal midfielder has been ruled out for the doubleheader against Sudan in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with Michael Baidoo handed a maiden call-up to replace him. A statement by the Ghana FA on Monday said Partey is not joining the team for the games due to a medical issue. However, providing further information on why the 31-year-old will be absent from the games, Asante Twum speaking with Asempa FM on the Ultimate…
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2025 AFCONQ: Black Stars Must Win Against Sudan – Dr Randy Abbey
04 Oct

2025 AFCONQ: Black Stars Must Win Against Sudan – Dr Randy Abbey

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A member of the Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Dr Randy Abbey, has insisted that the Black Stars must secure wins against Sudan in their upcoming doubleheader. Ghana is set to face the Falcons in the third match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers on Friday, October 11, at the Accra Sports Stadium. The team will then travel for the fourth match on Monday, October 14, which will take place at the Martyrs of February Stadium. The Black Stars began their qualifying campaign with disappointing results, suffering a 1-0 loss to Angola’s Palancras Negras…
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2025 AFCONQ: Otto Addo Confident Of Win Against Niger
09 Sep

2025 AFCONQ: Otto Addo Confident Of Win Against Niger

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Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has expressed confidence ahead of their second match in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Niger. Ghana is set to face Niger later today at the Stade Municipal de Berkane, with kick-off at 16:00 GMT. Addo’s squad is aiming to bounce back after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Angola in their opening qualifier at the Baba Yara Stadium last Thursday. Reflecting on the Angola loss, Addo acknowledged that it impacted the team’s morale. “Everyone was down,” he revealed in his pre-match interview. “I felt the same way after the match, but…
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2025 AFCONQ: I Am Convinced Of A Win Against Angola But … – Ghana Coach Otto Addo
05 Sep

2025 AFCONQ: I Am Convinced Of A Win Against Angola But … – Ghana Coach Otto Addo

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Black Stars coach, Otto Addo is confident his team can secure a win against Angola, but he acknowledges the challenge ahead. Ghana will face the Palancras Negras in their opening match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers at the Baba Yara Stadium later today. In their previous two encounters over the last two years, Ghana emerged victorious with a slim 1-0 win in Kumasi. Despite recognizing the difficulties posed by Angola, Addo remains optimistic about securing all three points. “I’m convinced that we can beat them, but it won’t be easy. And also we had some injuries,…
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