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Sudan revive glory era, Angola edged out

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:56:00 GMT

Sudan, a one-time heavyweight of African football, have ended a four-decade absence from the CAF Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals after their win against Burkina Faso edged out Angola on goal difference.

Ivorian reserves too strong for Angola

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:32:00 GMT

A virtual reserve Côte d'Ivoire side cruised to a 2-0 win over Angola today in a lacklustre Group B match at the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Sudan dreaming of knockout spot

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:43:00 GMT

After scoring their first goal in 36 year against Angola in their last game, Sudan are in with a slim shout of the knockout stages of the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations should they beat Burkina Faso tomorrow.

Elephants advance, Angola stay on track

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:52:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire are the second team into the CAF Africa Cup of Nations last eight after a tough victory over Burkina Faso, while Angola are well placed to claim second despite drawing with Sudan who ended a 36-year goal drought.

Sudan end drought to hold Angola

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:28:00 GMT

Sudan ended a 36-year CAF Africa Cup of Nations goal drought as they came from behind twice to draw 2-2 with Angola in a Group B match.

Angola seek to present different picture

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:24:00 GMT

Angola face outsiders Sudan in Thursday's CAF Africa Cup of Nations action with the latter desperately needing a win to kick-start their campaign and revive memories of their 1970 continental triumph.

Vidigal: Angola are dignifying the flag

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:15:00 GMT

Lito Vidigal has discussed his Angola team’s 2-1 win over Burkina Faso in their Cup of Nations opener, and urged them to mix caution with ambition over the remainder of the tournament.

Manucho ensures Angola winning start

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 21:35:00 GMT

Angola made a positive start to their CAF Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 2-1 victory over Burkina Faso in Group B, Mateus and Manucho bagging the goals in the second half.

Who will win the Cup of Nations?

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 03:53:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know which country you think will win the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2012

A showpiece rich on talent and thrills

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:45:00 GMT

Despite the absence of some of the continent’s biggest names, the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, which kicks off this weekend, promises to throw up more than a few surprises and thrills.

The Cup of Nations in numbers

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:54:00 GMT

First played over 50 years ago, the CAF Africa Cup of Nations is one of the world's most colourful and competitive tournaments. Here we look at 13 facts that you may not know about the continental finals.

Pass masters and a purchase

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:47:00 GMT

In our latest stats review, FIFA.com looks at milestones for a Barcelona trio, the success of Swansea City's passing, Juventus's unbeaten streak in Serie A, Rivaldo's latest move, and Loic Remy's aerial potence.

Rivaldo signs for Kabuscorp

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 18:45:00 GMT

Former Brazil star and FIFA World Cup winner Rivaldo has agreed to join Angola Premier League club Kabuscorp Sport Clube do Palanca, the latest chapter in his long and glittering career.

Toure: 2012 will be our year

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 01:27:00 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire midfielder Yaya Toure has said he believes the squad has the right mentality this time around to vie for the title at the 2012 CAF African Cup of Nations.

Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire seek end to drought

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 01:41:00 GMT

With the CAF African Cup of Nations set to kick off on 21 January, both Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire have been pegged as hot favourites to win the title in the absence of such heavyweights as Egypt and South Africa.

Angola held by Nigeria in Cup warm-up

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:33:00 GMT

Angola were held to a 0-0 draw against a second-string Nigeria side in s 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations warm-up today.

Trio of champs crowned in Africa

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:35:00 GMT

Champions clinched top spots from Angola to Mozambique to Zambia, as the Tunisian league got underway and Ghana's Hearts of Oak kept up their strong start.

Vunguidica: Angola's aiming to shine

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:34:00 GMT

FIFA.com speaks to Angola's Germany-based sensation Jose Pierre Vunguidica, who is understudy to Djalma in the national team and looking forward to next year's African Cup of Nations.

More Nigerian heartache looms as Stars set to fall

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:15:00 GMT

More heartbreak is on the horizon for Nigerian football this weekend as Sunshine Stars face elimination from the CAF Confederation Cup with Tunisia's Club Africain holding a 1-0 away advantage.

Six out of seven for hosts Brazil

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:06:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the recent Grand Prix de Futsal, which Brazil won after seeing off a stern challenge from Russia in the final to lift their sixth trophy in seven attempts.

Giants struggle in Egypt, Morocco

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 15:11:00 GMT

Al Ahly and Raja Casablanca have started their new league seasons slowly, while leaders in Angola and Mozambique are one point from glory.

Big wins for SuperSport, Libolo

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:59:00 GMT

SuperSport United jumped to the top of the table in South Africa with an emphatic 7-0 victory, while Recreativo Libolo beat their closest rival to take command of the Angola Girabola.

InterClube complete late turnaround

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 22:49:00 GMT

InterClube put themselves into pole position in the race for a CAF Confederation Cup final place after Moco struck twice in the last six minutes to stun Moghreb Fes.

Expectations thrown in African whirlwind

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 01:26:00 GMT

Nigeria and South Africa will join Egypt and Cameroon on the outside of the continental championship as they both stumbled at home, while the likes of Niger and Libya confirmed unlikely spots in the finals.

Eight qualify but big boys are denied

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 19:59:00 GMT

A dramatic day of 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying action ended with elimination for Nigeria and South Africa, while Angola, Ghana and Tunisia were among those who ensured themselves a place at the tournament.

All to play for on Africa’s final weekend

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:42:00 GMT

Qualifying for the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations concludes this weekend with big guns Nigeria and South Africa needing to make up ground to reach the finals, and a host of outsiders aiming to make a bit of history.

Leaders pull away in Angola, Mozambique

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 03:42:00 GMT

Liga Muculmana reconfirmed their title aspirations in Mozambique, the pair at the top in Angola pulled clear, while USM Alger lost their 100 per cent record in Algeria as FIFA.com reviews all the weekend club action across Africa.

SuperSport are back, Kenya to the wire

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:28:00 GMT

After a slump last season, SuperSport are back at the top of the table in South Africa in the early going, while Kenya and Angola's leagues head down the stretch with races too close to call.

Nigerian clubs target cup semis

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:44:00 GMT

Kaduna United and Sunshine Stars of Nigeria are among five clubs chasing three CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals places in this weekend's penultimate round with only Angola's InterClube already assured of progression.

Leaders stay close in Angola, Zambia

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:19:00 GMT

The race for league glory stayed tight at a key moment in Angola and Zambia, while Tusker FC have opened up a lead headed down the stretch in Kenya.

Duo qualify as final day looms

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 03:43:00 GMT

Senegal and Burkina Faso were the big winners over the weekend as the pair booked passage to the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, but seven groups remain up for grabs with one qualifying round to go.

Niger edge closer, Uganda stumble

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 19:35:00 GMT

Niger edged closer to qualifying for next year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations with a win over South Africa, while Uganda lost to Angola and Nigeria beat Madagascar.

Burkinabe through, Egypt crash out

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 21:26:00 GMT

Burkina Faso booked their place at the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, while defending champions Egypt crashed out to Sierra Leone.

Do or die weekend in Africa

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 06:57:00 GMT

With all but a handful of teams still in the running to reach the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, the continent is set for what should be a dramatic few days of qualifiers this weekend.

Mputu returns, Angola's new leader

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:45:00 GMT

Morocco's new season kicked off with a surprise, Angola's Girabola got even more competitive at the top and a familiar face returned to action with a bang for TP Mazembe.

Tunisian, Moroccan clubs rise to top

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:49:00 GMT

Wins for both Club Africain and Moghreb Fes saw them reach the top of the their respective groups in the CAF Confederation Cup, with InterClube and Sunshine Stars the sides they defeated.

Leaders stumble in Senegal, Angola

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 16:59:00 GMT

Despite a loss at the weekend, US Ouakam still hold a healthy lead heading into the end of the Senegalese season as Kabuscorp's poor form has let the chasing pack catch up in Angola.

Merreikh keep cruising, Dolphin rebound

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:30:00 GMT

FIFA.com casts an eye over the weekend action in Africa, where Sudan's Al Merreikh kept up their near-perfect season, while the league races in Nigeria, Kenya and Angola stayed tight at the top.

Bad patch for African leaders

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 13:37:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks back at the weekend action in Africa, where teams at the top of the tables in Angola and Nigeria continued their struggles, while a fairytale club leads the pack in Zimbabwe.

ASEC suffer setback, InterClube draw

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:50:00 GMT

In a day of draws in the CAF Confederation Cup, ASEC Mimosas were held 1-1 by Club Africain, while InterClube will be more pleased with their last-minute equaliser at Kaduna United.

Top tight in Senegal, tighter in Nigeria

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:04:00 GMT

Kano Pillars closed to within one point of the leaders in Nigeria with a big win, while Diaraf Dakar kept pace in Senegal as the season heads towards a finale.

Mixed fortunes for Nigerian challengers

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 12:10:00 GMT

Nigeria's CAF Confederation Cup debutants had a mixed opening outing in the continental group stages, as Sunshine Stars came away with a 2-0 win while Kaduna United suffered a late goal to draw 1-1.

Ahly cruising, Chlef win first crown

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:49:00 GMT

Al Ahly continue to put space between them and second-placed Zamalek in Egypt ahead of this week's derby, while ASO Chlef won their first-ever title in Algeria with a lopsided victory.

Zamalek fight back, Esperance hang on

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 15:42:00 GMT

The Egyptian and Tunisian leagues remained tight between heated rivals, while the races in Angola and Nigeria became even more interesting over the weekend.

ASEC thrive in homecoming, InterClube win

Mon, 30 May 2011 12:12:00 GMT

Having been unable to play at home in recent weeks due to violence in Côte d'Ivoire, ASEC Mimosas took full advantage of a return to their own stadium with a 4-0 win over Primeiro Agosto, while InterClube won 3-0.

Esperance go top, Egypt stays tight

Tue, 17 May 2011 07:16:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the latest from Africa where Esperance went to the top of the table in Tunisia with the help of some bad weather, while Al Ahly claimed an away victory to keep them just a point behind rivals and leaders Zamalek.

Champions tumble, Kabylie perfom heroics

Sun, 08 May 2011 13:46:00 GMT

FUS Rabat's hopes of retaining the AFC Confederation Cup were dashed after they fell to Primeiro Agosto 2-1 on aggregate, while JS Kabylie won 3-0 to force a penalty shootout where they triumphed over Missile FC.

Esperance romp, Mazembe surprised

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 13:53:00 GMT

There were mixed fortunes in the CAF Champions League for last year's finalists as Esperance stormed to a 5-0 win over Diaraf Dakar while holders TP Mazembe have to make up ground after losing to Wydad Casablanca.

African Leagues review

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 18:21:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look at the latest action in African football, where the league seasons in Ghana and Morocco are nearing an end, while in DR Congo and Angola things are just getting underway.

Mariga sees red after Kenya rescue

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 18:18:00 GMT

After scoring the game-winning goal for Kenya in their 2-1 win over Angola, MacDonald Mariga ripped off his shirt in celebration and was consequently sent off for the offense.