Ivorian supporters watching their team in action at Afcon.
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Why it’s been the most talked-about African football tournament in years: the wins, losses, hosts and bosses.
Zimbabwe midfielders Ishmael Wadi (left) and Kundai Benyu celebrate a goal during their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations group match against Malawi in Cameroon.
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The suspension of members by FIFA over what it calls third-party interference – mainly by governments – goes back to 1990.
Sadio Mané celebrates his Ascon-winning penalty for Senegal against Egypt.
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Thanks to the growing appeal of African football stars and a dream final, Afcon is establishing itself on the world sporting map.
Nigeria supporters cheer after their team wins their group - but would crash out in the next match.
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Because of the growing fame of African football stars, the tournament is now watched in more than 160 countries worldwide.
Cameroon players celebrate after winning the opening match of the Africa Cup of Nations 2021 on home ground.
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Hosting the Africa Cup of Nations football tournament is hugely important for Cameroon - politically, economically and on the pitch.