Gianni Infantino during the unveiling of the World Cup match schedule this month Jia Haocheng/Xinhua via Getty Images The Athletic FC ⚽ is The Athletic’s daily football (or soccer, if you prefer) ...

A substitute at Real Madrid, where he has only started four matches this season, Brahim Diaz is experiencing a true renaissance with the Moroccan national team. Currently playing with the Atlas Lions ...

Following the conclusion of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, ABIODUN ADEWALE takes a look at some of the moments that shaped the biggest football tournament in Africa For 29 days, the world ...

Amid the drama of the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, it should not be forgotten that it was an outstanding tournament packed with great games and superb goals. Arguably the goal of the ...

Mohamed Salah, one of the most prolific goal scorers of the past decade, once again delivered for the Egypt national team during its clash with Benin at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. With his goal ...

Senegal were crowned 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following a dramatic 1-0 win against tournament hosts Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Sunday. Both sides couldn’t be ...

Not everyone who wears the captain’s armband has the attributes of a true leader. Shouting orders, giving instructions, or having a big name doesn’t automatically earn respect – true leadership comes ...