Africa Cup of Nations, History, Winners, Trophy, & Facts
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Africa Cup of Nations, the most prestigious football (soccer) competition in Africa. It is contested by national teams and is organized by the Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF). The tournament is held biennially and features 24 teams. Learn more about the Africa Cup of Nations, including its winners.
AFCON 2024: Ivory Coast beat Nigeria 2-1 and win Africa Cup of
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AFCON 2023: Countries that have won back-to-back trophies
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Africa Cup of Nations in Numbers
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Africa Cup of Nations 2023 on TV AFCON schedule, channel, live
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African Cup Winners' Cup - Wikipedia
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Africa Cup of Nations 2023: Who will win the trophy?
AFCON 2024: Ivory Coast beat Nigeria 2-1 and win Africa Cup of
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Ivory Coast Celebrates AFCON Success On and Off the Pitch
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Story of Africa Cup of Nations - Dailynewsegypt