Group B could be very difficult for Bafana Bafana.Getty ImagesSouth African football icon Teko Modise has called upon the current national team to embrace the weight of expectation as they prepare

As favorites, the Atlas Lions take on Comoros on Sunday, December 21, in the opening match of the Africa Cup of Nations. This tournament serves as a test ahead of the 2030 World Cup, which Morocco will co-host with Spain and Portugal.

The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 takes place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. Here is everything you need to know about the continent's premier men's tournament, from news, interviews,

In Paris Saint-Germain's Achraf Hakimi, they boast the 2025 African Player of the Year, and even though the right-back suffered an ankle sprain during a Champions League loss to Bayern Munich, he is in Regragui's squad and should play a significant part.

Daniel Laryea is Ghana's sole referee at the 2025 AFCON, showcasing the nation's contribution to football despite the Black Stars' absence from the tournament.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to begin their quest for a fourth continental title at AFCON 2025 and former defender Godfrey Oboabona has a message for the team