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AFCON Final Press Conference Sparks Tension Over Provocative Question
A pre-final press conference at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 was marred by tension after a question directed at Senegal’s coach, Bab Thiaw, ignited controversy. The incident occurred ahead of the highly anticipated final match, drawing criticism from Senegalese media representatives. Re…

MC Alger Clinches Super Cup Victory in Thrilling Derby
Algiers – MC Alger secured the Algerian Super Cup title after a hard-fought 1-0 victory against rivals USM Alger in a pulsating derby match held in front of a packed stadium. The decisive goal came in the 74th minute courtesy of Naidji, who finished off a well-orchestrated…

Senegal FA Alleges CAN 2025 Host Nation Sabotage
The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has issued a strongly worded statement expressing serious concerns regarding the organization of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2025, alleging deliberate attempts to undermine their preparations. The statement, released late Friday, details a ser…

Senegal Coach Praises Algeria’s CHAN Organization, Criticizes Recent Treatment
Senegal’s national team coach, Pape Thiaw, has lauded Algeria’s organization of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament while expressing disappointment with the circumstances surrounding a recent match. Thiaw’s comments highlight a stark contrast in his experiences, praising the Algeri…

AFCON 2025: Senegal Coach Slams Moroccan Organization, Praises Algeria’s CHAN
Algiers – Just hours before the AFCON 2025 final, Senegal’s coach, Pape Thiaw, has ignited a controversy by sharply criticizing Morocco’s organization of the tournament. In stark contrast, he lauded Algeria’s handling of the CHAN (African Nations Championship) in 2022.In a…

Senegal FA Calls Urgent Press Conference Ahead of AFCON Final
The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has announced an urgent press conference to be held later today. The conference aims to clarify concerns raised in a statement released last night regarding perceived shortcomings in the preparations for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final.</p...

Senegal Coach Slams AFCON 2025 Organization After Incident
Rabat – Senegal’s national team coach, Papi Thiaw, has strongly criticized the organizing committee of the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, citing serious concerns about logistical arrangements. His remarks came on the eve of the highly anticipated final match against the M…

MC Alger and USM Alger Set for Super Cup Showdown
Algiers, Algeria – The Nelson Mandela Stadium in Baraki is set to host a highly anticipated clash this Saturday evening as MC Alger and USM Alger face off in the Algerian Super Cup final for 2025. The match, scheduled to kick off at 17:00, promises excitement and fierce competiti…

CHAN Algeria Praised, CAN 2025 Morocco Faces Criticism
Algiers – Strong words have emerged regarding the organization of recent African football tournaments, with stark contrasts drawn between Algeria’s hosting of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) and the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2025 in Morocco.Senegal’s nat…

Boulbine Laments Refereeing Injustice Against Algeria at AFCON
Algerian national team player, Adel Boulbine, has asserted that Les Verts (The Greens) suffered blatant refereeing injustice during their quarter-final match against Nigeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.In an interview, Boulbine stated that the Nigerian team did not need the…

CSC Ousts ES Sétif from Algerian Cup in Thrilling Encounter
Constantine, Algeria – Club Sportif Constantinois (CSC) secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Algerian Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Entente Sportive de Sétif (ESS). The match, played at the Stade Chahid Hamlaoui, was characterized by intense competition and…

Tension Erupts at Egypt Press Conference in Casablanca
Casablanca, Morocco – A press conference held by the Egyptian national team descended into a tense standoff, resulting in journalists walking out, DZWatch has learned. The incident occurred at the pre-match press conference ahead of Egypt’s third-place playoff against Nig…

Algeria Announces Final Handball Squad for 2026 Africa Cup
Algiers, DZWatch – The Algerian national handball team has finalized its roster for the upcoming 2026 Africa Cup of Nations, set to take place in Rwanda. Coach Salah Bouchkriou unveiled the squad, signaling Algeria’s readiness for the continental championship.The selected…

Boulahbiba Scores on Stellar Return for Al-Duhail
DOHA – Algerian international Adel Boulahbiba marked his return to Al-Duhail with a dazzling performance, leading his team to a crucial victory against Al-Wakrah in the Qatar Stars League. The match, which saw Boulahbiba feature in the starting lineup, highlighted his significant…

Tactical Questions Ignite Debate After AFCON Semi-Final
DZWatch Exclusive: The aftermath of the gripping Africa Cup of Nations semi-final between the host nation and Nigeria continues to reverberate across media platforms. Nigeria’s exit after a penalty shootout has fueled intense discussion, with the match already being dubbed one of…

Benzema Affirms Algerian Pride, Defends Dual Identity
World-renowned footballer Karim Benzema has addressed ongoing discussions surrounding his identity and family heritage, asserting his deep pride in his Algerian roots. In a recent television interview, Benzema spoke candidly about his connection to Algeria and his place within French society, emp…

Egypt Seethes Over Controversial Refereeing in Senegal Loss
Cairo – A wave of anger has swept through Egyptian football circles following the national team’s elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against Senegal. The defeat, decided by a late goal, has been overshadowed by officiating decisions deemed unfair and questionab…

Algeria and Morocco Drawn Together in AFCON Group
Algiers – The draw for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has placed Algeria and Morocco in the same group, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling encounter. The draw, conducted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on the sidelines of the 2025 Men’s A…

Tactical Questions Arise After AFCON Semifinal Exit
DZWatch Exclusive: The aftermath of the highly contested Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semifinal match has ignited a flurry of debate within media circles. The game, which saw Nigeria’s exit after a penalty shootout, has been labeled one of the most controversial of the tournamen…

Oil Prices Decline Amid Easing US-Iran Tensions
Oil prices experienced a significant drop in early Asian trading on Thursday, falling by over 2%, as concerns surrounding a potential military escalation by the United States against Iran subsided. This decline follows statements from Washington suggesting a de-escalation in the response to recen…


