
Learning about the African continent through the prism of its favorite pastime: football. Hosted by Maher Mezahi and backed by Africa Is a Country with funding from the Open Society Foundation.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 159 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Sports NewsSoccerSportsNews | |||

In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we review the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal
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In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we review the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals between Morocco and Nigeria and Egypt vs Senegal
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On Day 9 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, South Africa beat Zimbabwe and Morocco finally put in a confident performance against Zambia
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On Day 7 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria dominated Tunisia in Fez, winning 3-2 after the North Africans staged a late comeback
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Great podcast on African football - much needed with a brilliant and knowledgeable host!
This podcast exceeds all others that cover football! Thank you for the excellent analysis of teams’ various tactics formational theory, and unique styles.
AFCON is by far the best football tournament for excitement, passion, and history. Some of the best parts of the podcast describes the cultural significance of football to many African nations and how AFCON has become a beacon of unity for the continent. Continue the great work!
Terre W.
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Exploring the vibrant world of African football, the content resonates deeply with fans of the sport and those interested in the socio-cultural aspects of the continent. Episodes often dissect major tournaments like the African Cup of Nations (AFCON), focusing on match analyses, player performances, and tactical discussions, while also weaving in personal anecdotes from the host that draw connections between football and broader cultural themes. Unique insights are provided on team dynamics, coaching strategies, and the cultural significance of football in various African nations, engaging listeners who seek a deeper understanding of the sport beyond just scores and statistics.
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