# afcon (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover afcon. Page: Feed: --- ## [Volleyball: Men’s African nations championship moved from Kinshasa to Tunis](https://theupdate.co.rw/volleyball-mens-african-nations-championship-moved-from-kinshasa-to-tunis) _2026-08-20 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [Which supplements do athletes take and why?](https://theupdate.co.rw/which-supplements-do-athletes-take-and-why) _2026-08-20 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [Isayas Jira Stand Unopposed for EFF Presidency](https://soccer.et/2026/08/19/isayas-jira-stand-unopposed-for-eff-presidency/) _2026-08-19 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ Ethiopian Football Federation President Isayas Jira is set to secure a new term at the helm of the country’s football governing body after being confirmed as the sole verified candidate for the upcoming presidential vote. The election is scheduled to take place on September 15, 2026 during the federation’s Annual General Assembly. The EFF Electoral \[…\] The post Isayas Jira Stand Unopposed for EFF… ## [Patrick Vieira appointed Senegal head coach](https://theupdate.co.rw/patrick-vieira-appointed-senegal-head-coach) _2026-08-18 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [Ethiopian Opponent in AFCON Qualifiers Appoints Patrick Vieira as Head Coach](https://soccer.et/2026/08/18/ethiopian-opponent-in-afcon-qualifiers-appoints-patrick-vieira-as-head-coach/) _2026-08-18 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ Senegal national team has officially appointed former Arsenal and France legend Patrick Vieira as their new head coach. The 50 year old manager takes charge of his country of birth as Senegal prepares for their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Senegal will face the Ethiopian national team in Group J Matchday 2 on September \[…\] The post Ethiopian Opponent in AFCON Qualifiers Appoints… ## [FERWAFA confirms four-team 2026 Super Cup without APR FC](https://theupdate.co.rw/ferwafa-confirms-four-team-2026-super-cup-without-apr-fc) _2026-08-18 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [Star Forward Abubeker Nassir Returns to Sign for Ethiopian Club](https://soccer.et/2026/08/18/star-forward-abubeker-nassir-returns-to-sign-for-ethiopian-club-2/) _2026-08-18 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ ​In one of the most high-profile moves of the domestic transfer window, star striker Abubeker Nassir has completed a return to domestic football, signing a two-year deal with Mechal. ​Abubeker burst onto the scene with Harar City’s youth setup before joining Ethiopia Bunna, where he established himself as one of the country’s most lethal forwards. \[…\] The post Star Forward Abubeker Nassir Returns… ## [Sidama Bunna CAF Champions League Schedule Confirmed](https://soccer.et/2026/08/17/sidama-bunna-caf-champions-league-schedule-confirmed/) _2026-08-17 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ Fixture details have been confirmed for Ethiopia’s CAF Champions League flagbearers Sidama Bunna in their preliminary round tie against Chadian outfit Les Aiglons N’Djamena. Sidama Bunna will play the first leg away from home on Saturday, September 5 at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno in N’Djamena. The decisive second leg will take place \[…\] The post Sidama Bunna CAF Champions League… ## [Dates and Venues Confirmed for Welwalo’s Confederation Cup Tie](https://soccer.et/2026/08/17/dates-and-venues-confirmed-for-welwalos-confederation-cup-tie/) _2026-08-17 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ ​Ethiopian representative Welwalo Adigrat University has learned the dates and venues for its upcoming CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round fixtures against Sudanese side Al Hilal Al Sahel. ​As previously reported the away leg will take place at a neutral venue due to the current security situation in Sudan. That decision has now been fully confirmed \[…\] The post Dates and Venues Confirmed for… ## [Sheger City Add Three New Players](https://soccer.et/2026/08/17/sheger-city-add-three-new-players/) _2026-08-17 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ Sheger City has continued to bolster its squad by securing the signatures of three new players. Umed Upit joins Sheger on a two-year deal following an impressive campaign with Furi in the 2025/26 Ethiopian League One, where he scored 12 goals. Another promising attacking talent from League One Endalkachew Taddele also makes his way to \[…\] The post Sheger City Add Three New Players appeared first… ## [PixelRift — Platforming with Level Editor (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/nSwH3lDoY818) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Includes a built-in level editor, campaign with elemental heroes, and boss encounters. ## [Rayon Sports, APR FC headline 2026-27 BK Pro league schedule](https://theupdate.co.rw/rayon-sports-apr-fc-headline-2026-27-bk-pro-league-schedule) _2026-08-17 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [Manchester City and Barcelona agree £65.4m deal for Rodri](https://theupdate.co.rw/manchester-city-and-barcelona-agree-654m-deal-for-rodri) _2026-08-17 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [FERWAFA approves 16 clubs for 2026/27 BK pro league season](https://theupdate.co.rw/FERWAFA-approves-16-clubs-for-202627-BK-pro-league-season) _2026-08-17 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [Inside Ethiopia’s AFCON Prep: Training Underway, Player Absences, Bahir Dar Approval](https://soccer.et/2026/08/16/inside-ethiopias-afcon-prep-training-underway-player-absences-bahir-dar-approval/) _2026-08-16 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ The Ethiopian National Team has officially commenced preparations for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. Head coach Yohannes Sahle called up 39 players to report to the Jupiter Hotel on Friday August 14, with 31 squad members currently present. Under the supervision of physical fitness expert Dr. Elias Abishakra, the squad underwent \[…\] The post Inside Ethiopia’s AFCON… ## [Welwalo Sign Three More Players, Pre-Season Start Date announced](https://soccer.et/2026/08/16/welwalo-sign-three-more-players-pre-season-start-date-announced/) _2026-08-16 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ Welwalo AU have further strengthened their squad with three new signings ahead of their upcoming CAF Confederation Cup campaign, while the date for the start of their pre-season preparations confirmed. The Ethiopian Cup winners have been active in the ongoing transfer window, balancing key contract renewals with new additions. Having completed their official player registration \[…\] The post… ## [Gamo Chencha Strengthen Squad with two signings](https://soccer.et/2026/08/16/gamo-chencha-strengthen-squad-with-two-signings/) _2026-08-16 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ Newly promoted Ethiopian Premier League side Gamo Chencha have continued their transfer window activity by securing two key additions ahead of their historic top-flight campaign under head coach Mateos Lema. The club has finalized the signing of central defender Tukusu Getachew. The defender brings reliable experience in lower leagues having previously featured for Bule Hora, \[…\] The post Gamo… ## [Ethiopia to Host Senegal as Bahir Dar Stadium Cleared by CAF](https://soccer.et/2026/08/16/ethiopia-to-host-senegal-as-bahir-dar-stadium-cleared-by-caf/) _2026-08-16 · Soccer Ethiopia · Soccer Ethiopia_ In a significant boost for Ethiopian football, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially granted Bahir Dar Stadium a temporary Category 3 approval. According to a statement released by the Ethiopian Football Federation, the approval follows a recent on-site inspection and evaluation by CAF officials, clearing the venue to host an upcoming home international \[…\] The post Ethiopia… ## [Arsenal thrash Man City 3-0 to claim Community Shield (Photos)](https://theupdate.co.rw/arsenal-thrash-man-city-3-0-to-claim-community-shield-photos) _2026-08-16 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [Cricket: Rwanda beat Ghana to advance in U19 World Cup qualifiers](https://theupdate.co.rw/cricket-rwanda-beat-ghana-to-advance-in-u19-world-cup-qualifiers) _2026-08-13 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [RIB clarifies Shema Fabrice’s cheque case](https://theupdate.co.rw/rib-clarifies-shema-fabrices-cheque-case) _2026-08-13 · THEUPDATE · THEUPDATE - : SPORTS_ ## [Stocks ranked by what execs say (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qi87BrEdSuLr) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Evidence-backed watchlists from earnings calls and filings, cited to real transcripts—not guesses. ## [2026 World Cup: FIFA confirms DR Congo for play-offs, ends Nigeria’s hopes](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/2026-world-cup-fifa-confirms-dr-congo-for-play-offs-ends-nigerias-hopes/) _2026-03-04 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ By Ayobami Okerinde FIFA on Wednesday confirmed the final line-up for the inter-confederation play-off tournament, naming DR Congo as Africa’s representative and effectively ending Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In an accreditation notice issued to journalists ahead of the competition, the world football governing body outlined the tournament format \[…\] ## [Why I dumped England to play for Nigeria’s Super Falcons – Ex-Liverpool star, Rinsola Babajide](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/why-i-dumped-england-to-play-for-nigerias-super-falcons-ex-liverpool-star-rinsola-babajide/) _2026-03-02 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ By John Owen Nwachukwu Former Liverpool star, Rinsola Babajide said she changed her country of representation from England to Nigeria because she always wanted to play in the Women’s African Cup of Nations and she has Nigerian roots. Babajide was born in London and was part of the Young Lionesses team that won \[…\] ## [FIFA verdict: 10 things to know about Nigeria, DR Congo case](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/fifa-verdict-10-things-to-know-about-nigeria-dr-congo-case/) _2026-02-17 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ Football fans in Nigeria are anxiously awaiting FIFA’s decision on a controversial eligibility dispute involving the Super Eagles and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), following their dramatic African playoff final clash. Nigeria lost the decisive match 4–3 on penalties, a result that handed DR Congo a spot in the intercontinental playoffs scheduled \[…\] ## [Anthony Joshua pays tribute to friends killed in car crash, thanks Otedola, Dangote for support](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/anthony-joshua-pays-tribute-to-friends-killed-in-car-crash-thanks-otedola-dangote-for-support/) _2026-01-31 · admin · Sports – New Nigerian Politics_ Anthony Joshua pays tribute to friends killed in car crash, thanks Otedola, Dangote for support Anthony Joshua with Abdul Lateef “Latz” (right) and Sina “Evolve” Ghami Anthony Joshua has broken his silence following a devastating road accident that claimed the lives of two of his close friends, sharing an emotional video message in their \[…\] ## [Video: CAF to take ‘appropriate action’ after chaotic AFCON 2025 final scenes](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/video-caf-to-take-appropriate-action-after-chaotic-afcon-2025-final-scenes/) _2026-01-20 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ African football’s governing body CAF said Monday “appropriate action” would be taken against “those found guilty” after chaotic scenes marred the final of the Africa Cup of Nations. CAF though did not attribute blame to either Senegal or Morocco. In Sunday’s final, most of the Senegalese players walked off in protest when referee Jean-Jacques Ndala \[…\] ## [Latest FIFA Ranking: Super Eagles jump 12 places, now Africa’s third best after AFCON success](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/latest-fifa-ranking-super-eagles-jump-12-places-now-africas-third-best-after-afcon-success/) _2026-01-20 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ Latest FIFA Ranking: Super Eagles jump 12 places, now Africa’s third best after AFCON success By Richard Ogunsile The Super Eagles of Nigeria have surged to 26th place in the latest FIFA World Ranking released on Monday, recording an impressive 12-place climb following their strong showing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) \[…\] ## [Videos: AFCON 2025 – ‘Use my towels to wipe your tears’ – Nwabali sends cryptic message to Morocco (The shame and disgrace Morocco brought to Africa)](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/afcon-2025-use-my-towels-to-wipe-your-tears-nwabali-sends-cryptic-message-to-morocco-the-shame-and-disgrace-morocco-brought-to-africa/) _2026-01-20 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has sent a cryptic message seemingly aimed at Morocco following fresh criticism of the host nation’s conduct at the just-concluded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Nwabali’s post came amid backlash against Morocco despite being awarded the tournament’s Fair Play Award, after fans highlighted alleged tactics involving the removal of \[…\] ## [Super Eagles thrash Algeria’s Desert Foxes 2-0 to reach AFCON Semi-final, to take on Morocco on Wednesday](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/super-eagles-thrash-algerias-desert-foxes-2-0-to-reach-afcon-semi-final-to-take-on-morocco-on-wednesday/) _2026-01-10 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ Super Eagles thrash Algeria’s Desert Foxes 2-0 to reach AFCON Semi-final, to take on Morocco on Wednesday Nigeria’s forward #09 Victor Osimhen celebrates his goal with teammates during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) quarter-final football match between Algeria and Nigeria at the Grand stadium in Marrakesh on January 10, 2026. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON \[…\] ## [AFCON 2025: CAF removes Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan from Super Eagles vs Algeria match tomorrow](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/afcon-2025-caf-removes-somali-referee-omar-abdulkadir-artan-from-super-eagles-vs-algeria-match-tomorrow/) _2026-01-10 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ By Mike Oyebola Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has been removed from officiating the quarter-final encounter between Nigeria and Algeria, DAILY POST reports. The Confederation of African Football, CAF, reportedly took the decision after it was discovered that Artan wore boots from a brand not approved by the tournament’s official sponsors during an earlier game. \[…\] ## [2025 AFCON: Onyedika shines as Nigeria defeat Uganda 3-1 to end group phase perfect](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/2025-afcon-onyedika-shines-as-nigeria-defeat-uganda-3-1-to-end-group-phase-perfect/) _2025-12-30 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ Nigeria’s midfielder #18 Raphael Onyedika celebrates scoring his team’s third goal with Nigeria’s forward #09 Victor Osimhen and Nigeria’s midfielder #10 Fisayo Dele-Bashiru during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) Group C football match between Uganda and Nigeria at Fes Stadium in Fes on December 30, 2025. (Photo by Abdel Majid BZIOUAT / AFP) Raphael \[…\] ## [Unlimited Mobile Internet, One V-SIM (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ck6SqYSTDDSg) _2025-12-30 · **Sponsored**_ Automatically switches across T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon; no throttling, no contract. ## [AFCON 2025: Super Eagles suffer major blow as Chelle confirms knee, ankle injuries](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/afcon-2025-super-eagles-suffer-major-blow-as-chelle-confirms-knee-ankle-injuries/) _2025-12-30 · admin · Soccer – New Nigerian Politics_ AFCON 2025: Super Eagles suffer major blow as Chelle confirms knee, ankle injuries By Don Silas Super Eagles have suffered a major blow after head coach, Eric Chelle, disclosed that first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has both knee and ankle injuries. Chelle spoke to the media ahead of Nigeria’s 2025 AFCON final group stage fixture against \[…\]