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African football qualifying updates

Overview

The qualifying campaign for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), to be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, continues across 12 groups. In Group E, the Democratic Republic of the Congo has strengthened its position, moving to the top of the group with six points following a 2-1 victory over Zimbabwe in Harare, featuring goals from Yoane Wissa and Samuel Moutoussamy. Following this win, coach Sébastien Desabre emphasized the team’s goal to remain among Africa’s top five nations. In Group F, Burkina Faso secured its first win of the campaign with a 1-0 victory over the Central African Republic, led by a 60th-minute goal from substitute Aboubacar Sidiki Camara, placing them temporarily at the top of the group. Senegal, led by Patrick Vieira, gained momentum with a 1-0 victory over Ethiopia in Bahir Dar, courtesy of an 11th-minute goal by Ibrahim Mbaye. While the win puts Senegal in a strong position with four points from two matches, the team’s tactical shift to a three-man defense has drawn mixed reactions from supporters, with local media and players noting a need for improved midfield control. Algeria secured a 2-2 draw against Burundi in Bujumbura. After conceding two early goals, including an own goal in the 5th minute, the team recovered via goals from Bachir Belloumi and a 63rd-minute free kick by Adil Boulbina. Despite the draw, Algeria remains at the top of Group I. Coach Brahim Hemdani noted the team’s ability to recover despite “avoidable errors.” In Group I, Zambia defeated Togo 2-0 at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium with goals from Albert Kangwanda and Eliya Mandanji. In Group G, Cameroon maintains its lead after a 3-1 win over Comoros. Recent matchday results have shown significant shifts in momentum.

Entities

Africa Cup of Nations · Algeria national football team · David Pagou · Cameroon national football team · CAF

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    African football: Squads announced for 2027 AFCON qualifiers

    Cameroon and South Africa have announced squad selections for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, featuring new call-ups and returning veterans.

  2. [SPORTS] 64 sources
    Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers see mixed results for major teams

    The 2027 CAN qualifiers saw Côte d'Ivoire win 2-0 against Somalia, while Senegal secured its first victory under Patrick Vieira. Other upsets included Gambia's win over Ghana and Guinea-Bissau beating Nigeria.

  3. [SPORTS] 108 sources
    African football teams advance in 2027 AFCON qualifiers

    African national teams advance in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, with DRC leading Group E and Burkina Faso taking a lead in Group F, while the AES nations eye a joint bid for the 2032 tournament.

  4. [SPORTS] 28 sources
    AFCON 2027 qualifiers begin as Senegal and Algeria launch new campaigns

    The 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign begins with 48 teams. Key updates include Patrick Vieira's debut with Senegal in Mozambique and Brahim Hemdani's first squad selection for Algeria.

  5. [SPORTS] 20 sources
    Victor Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria's AFCON 2027 qualifiers

    Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Nigeria's 2027 AFCON qualifiers due to a muscle injury. Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been called up to replace him for the matches against Madagascar and Guinea-B

  6. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Cameroon football team schedules CAN 2027 qualifying matches

    Cameroon's Lions Indomptables will face Comoros and Congo in September for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers as part of their Group G campaign.

  7. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Egypt national football team begins training for AFCON 2027 qualifiers

    The Egyptian national football team has begun training for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Angola and South Sudan.

  8. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Cameroon coach David Pagou to announce squad for AFCON qualifiers

    Cameroon coach David Pagou will unveil his squad this Monday for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, featuring five new players ahead of matches against Comoros, Congo, and a friendly against Côte d'Ivoire.

  9. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers spark squad news and scheduling criticism

    As 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers approach, Cameroon prepares its squad announcement while Guinea's coach criticizes CAF over scheduling and qualification fairness.

  10. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    AFCON 2027 qualifying matches scheduled for September

    The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches begin in September, featuring Nigeria's opening fixtures against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, and Ethiopia's campaign in Group J.

  11. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    African football: CAN 2027 qualifying schedules and coaching updates

    Togo has received its 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying schedule, while Algeria continues to search for a new head coach ahead of its upcoming matches against Zambia, Burundi, and Togo.

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