Pre-tournament favourites Morocco began their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a convincing win over 10-man Tanzania in Group F, at the Laurent Pokou Stadium, whilst, later on there, Zambia and DR Congo drew their encounter as the opening round of group games came to a close.

As the African Cup of Nations continued at a pace, and more countries can see themselves as ‘equal’ to their peers on the continent, Burkina Faso, Namibia and Mali made their announcements with tight victories over Mauritania, Tunisia and South Africa (respectively).

Broadcaster DAZN has said that it has removed the paywall from all live women's football matches on the platform, to help promote the women's game.

Whilst holders Senegal began their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with their Group C. victory over 10-man underdogs The Gambia, five-time champions Cameroon were held to a draw by, also 10-man, Guinea – and again already - another surprise results.

Fun88 have been announced its sponsorship of Dabang Delhi, the formidable team currently holding third position in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10. 

Victor Osimhen's quick-fire equaliser spared Nigeria a shock defeat against Equatorial Guinea in their opening game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.