The Confederation of African Football has officially published its match calendar covering 2026 and 2027. According to the announcement released on Monday, the senior Africa Cup of Nations will take place across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda from June 19 to July 17, 2027. Additionally, the qualifying matches for this major tournament are scheduled to begin in September 2026.
Cristiano Ronaldo remained an unused substitute in Portugal’s win over Norway, but Jorge Jesus says the decision was not linked to a physical issue. The Portugal coach explained that the course of the match made an introduction inappropriate.
The French delegation left Montreal with three medals and 10th place in the nations ranking. Paul Seixas, hampered by cramps late in the men's road race, finished 15th.
The Republic of Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 after a one-sided first half. The match, the most controversial of this Nations League Sunday, was marked by several Irish protest gestures and racist chants in the stands.
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