Africa Cup of Nations forced into Christmas slot for 2025
The Africa Cup of Nations will be played over Christmas for the first time in 2025 due to an expanded Club World Cup and Champions League. Discover why teams are unhappy.
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Aston Villa target 10th win, AFCON begins
Aston Villa aim for a historic 10th consecutive victory in the Premier League, while the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations gets underway. Follow all the latest football updates and live action here.
AFCON change boosts Premier League rivals before Villa games
Aston Villa lose Evann Guessand to a late Africa Cup of Nations call-up, handing Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal a squad advantage ahead of their crucial Premier League fixtures. Read the full story.
Afcon 2025: Premier League Squads Hit by Player Exodus
The Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco, with 32 Premier League players departing. Discover which clubs face the biggest selection headaches and which sides emerge unscathed.
Man Utd frustrated by Morocco over Mazraoui AFCON row
Manchester United were left frustrated after Morocco refused to release Noussair Mazraoui for the 4-4 draw with Bournemouth, a decision backed by FIFA. Discover the fallout and which players will miss key festive fixtures.
Sunderland lose six players to Africa Cup of Nations
Sunderland will be the Premier League's worst-hit club, losing six key players to the Africa Cup of Nations. Discover the full impact across Europe's top leagues.
Salah's Record Response After Liverpool Week of Turmoil
Mohamed Salah silences critics with a Premier League record assist for Liverpool, as manager Arne Slot insists the Egyptian star remains vital. Read the latest on his future.
Salah's Liverpool future in doubt after Slot row
Mohamed Salah could miss Liverpool's next two games after his bombshell interview criticising Arne Slot. The Anfield hierarchy has reportedly backed the manager. Read the latest on the escalating rift.
AFCON 2025 sidelined by packed football calendar
The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 has been forced into a December slot, highlighting the marginalisation of the tournament amid FIFA's expanding schedule. Discover which Premier League stars will be absent.
Canada coach brands Trump's 51st state comments 'insulting'
American-born Canada football manager Jesse Marsch condemns Donald Trump's 'unsettling' rhetoric about annexing Canada. Read the full story on the diplomatic spat.
TNT Sports loses Champions League and rugby rights
TNT Sports suffers a double blow as it loses Champions League football to Paramount+ and walks away from rugby's Nations Championship auction. Analysis of the broadcaster's strategy.
FIFA pushes AFCON player release date to December 15
FIFA confirms a one-week delay for clubs to release players for AFCON. Liverpool and Man Utd benefit, keeping key stars like Salah for extra fixtures. Get the latest updates.
Slot on dropping Salah: 'It's not a nice thing for him or for me'
Liverpool boss Arne Slot opens up on the difficult decision to bench Mohamed Salah, as the Egyptian prepares for the Africa Cup of Nations. Read the full story on the Reds' selection dilemma.
Spain Women Sink Germany to Keep Nations League Crown
Spain's women's football team reaffirmed their world number one status, defeating Germany 3-0 to retain the Nations League title. Read the full match report and analysis.
Spain Retain Nations League Title with 3-0 Win
Spain's women's football team retained the Nations League title, defeating Germany 3-0 in Madrid despite missing Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmati. Read the full match report.
Mo Salah dropped by Liverpool as AFCON departure date set
Liverpool boss Arne Slot explains Mohamed Salah's reaction to being benched against West Ham and confirms his imminent Africa Cup of Nations departure date. Discover the fixtures he'll miss.
Premier League gets extra week before AFCON player release
FIFA has delayed the release date for players heading to the Africa Cup of Nations by a week, a major boost for Premier League clubs. Find out which teams benefit most.
Ballon d'Or Winner Bonmati Breaks Leg in Training
Spain's World Cup hopes suffer a major blow as Aitana Bonmati fractures her fibula in training, ruling her out of the crucial Nations League final second leg against Germany. Read the full story.
Aitana Bonmatí breaks leg, out of Spain's final
Spain's football star Aitana Bonmatí suffers a fractured fibula in training, a huge blow to her team's Nations League hopes. Discover the full story and recovery timeline.
Germany 0-0 Spain: Coll Shuts Out Hosts in First Leg
Spanish goalkeeper Cata Coll produced a stunning display to deny Germany's 19 attempts on goal, leaving the Women's Nations League final poised at 0-0 ahead of Tuesday's decisive second leg in Madrid.
Glasner's Christmas Wish: New Striker for Palace
Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner urgently seeks January striker signing as Ismaila Sarr departs for Africa Cup of Nations. Palace face crucial fixtures during busy December schedule.
Spain vs Germany Women's Nations League Final Showdown
Spain and Germany renew their rivalry in the Women's Nations League final, four months after their epic Euro 2025 semi-final clash. Can Germany avenge their defeat?
Ronaldo's touching gesture to Jota's family revealed
Cristiano Ronaldo gifted a personalised Nations League watch to Diogo Jota's family after missing the funeral. The Portugal captain explained his absence in a recent interview.
Townsend: Scotland fans had 'entitlement' over defeats
Gregor Townsend believes a sense of entitlement fuelled Scotland fan disappointment after failing to beat New Zealand or Argentina. Read his full reaction and the captain's response.
Man Utd's Sesko out for three weeks with knee injury
Manchester United's Benjamin Sesko faces three weeks out with a knee injury, compounding an attacking crisis as key players depart for the Africa Cup of Nations. Get the latest team news.
Man Utd's Sesko Avoids Serious Knee Injury
Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko faces a few weeks out with a knee injury but has avoided a serious setback. Get the latest team news and injury updates.
Man United face attacker shortage with Sesko out for weeks
Manchester United's attack is set to be depleted with Benjamin Sesko injured for three weeks and key players departing for the Africa Cup of Nations. Discover how this impacts their Premier League campaign.
Man Utd's Premier League Fixture Boost Revealed
Manchester United have a golden chance to climb the Premier League table with no traditional 'big six' clashes in their next 10 matches. Discover their fixture list and AFCON challenges.
Premier League clubs face major AFCON player exodus
Up to 45 Premier League stars could leave for the Africa Cup of Nations, with Sunderland and Wolves hardest hit. Discover which teams will be affected and how it could reshape the title race.
Liverpool's Mo Salah could miss up to seven games
Liverpool could be without star forward Mo Salah for up to seven crucial games as Egypt want him for a pre-tournament friendly ahead of AFCON. Discover the impact on Arne Slot's side.
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