June 17, 2014
Algeria: Belgium Bounce Back to Beat Algeria
Algeria let a second half lead slip to lose 2-1 to Belgium in their World Cup Group H opener in Belo Horizonte on Tuesday. Read more »
Cameroon: It's Do or Die for Indomitable Lions
Cameroon's opening round loss to Mexico means they face a must-win clash against Croatia in Manaus on Wednesday - and they must do it without their star, Samuel Eto'o. Read more »
Ghana: Second World Cup Round Looks Long Way Off for Ghana
As defender John Brooks rose unmarked to head home a dramatic winner for the United States over Ghana in Natal on Monday night, so too the sparkle in the Black Stars' World Cup… Read more »
Nigeria: Super Eagles Forwards Must Find Cutting Edge
A lack of potency in front of goal was always going to be the Achilles heel for Nigeria at this World Cup and so it proved in their opener against Iran on Monday. Read more »
Ghana: Wasteful Ghana Beaten By USA
The USA scored at the very start and the end of the game to take all three points as they recorded a 2-1 victory over Ghana in the opening match of their World Cup Group G campaign… Read more »
June 16, 2014
Nigeria: Fans Jeer Super Eagles at World Cup
Nigeria's World Cup campaign got off to a timid start after they were held to a goalless draw by Group F minnows Iran at the Arena da Baixada in Curitiba on Monday. Read more »
Algeria: No Excuses for Desert Foxes At World Cup
Algeria have often flattered to deceive at finals tournaments, looking brilliant in the build-up but suffering from severe stage-fright when they get to the main event. They will… Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Is a New Star Born for Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire's 2-1 victory over Japan in their World Cup opener in the early hours of Sunday morning African time was pleasing for much more than the crucial three points. Read more »
June 15, 2014
Ghana: Experienced Black Stars Face Well-Led U.S. in World Cup
Ghana were the best-performing African side in the last two World Cup tournaments but this time round have been handed a horror draw that includes facing Germany and Portugal in… Read more »
Nigeria: Super Eagles Face Must-Win Contest With Minnows Iran
African champions Nigeria begin their World Cup campaign against Group F minnows Iran in Curitiba on Monday, a match they will feel they have to win to make the second round in… Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Second Half Comeback Seals Cote d'Ivoire Win
Two goals in as many second-half minutes saw Cote d'Ivoire come from behind to secure a precious 2-1 victory over Japan in their 2014 FIFA World Cup opener in Recife. Read more »
June 14, 2014
Cameroon: Long Road Back for Indomitable Lions
Cameroon's loss to Mexico in Natal on Friday night makes their qualification for the World Cup second round look a long shot. Read more »
Africa: Cote d'Ivoire Faces a Tricky Japan
Cote d'Ivoire's Golden Generation take a final shot at the World Cup and begin their campaign against plucky Asian side Japan in the early hours of Sunday morning for African… Read more »
June 13, 2014
Africa: Cameroon Loses to Mexico
Cameroon's hopes of a positive start to their 2014 World Cup campaign ended in the pouring rain of Natal as Mexico claimed a 1-0 victory in a game not without its controversy. Read more »
Africa: Cote d'Ivoire Faces a Tricky Japan
Cote d'Ivoire's Golden Generation take a final shot at the World Cup and begin their campaign against plucky Asian side Japan in the early hours of Sunday morning for African… Read more »
June 12, 2014
Africa: Cameroon Opens Campaign with Clash Against Mexico
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June 10, 2014
Africa: 2014 World Cup Opening Fixtures
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Africa: Will Africa Reach World Cup's Final Four?
Seven years after being awarded the rights to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Brazil will get the tournament under way on Thursday when they tackle Croatia in a Group A clash in Sao… Read more »
June 06, 2014
Nigeria: Super Eagles Need Polish but Improve Steadily
In the fifth of AllAfrica's profiles of the African contenders at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Nick Said assesses the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Read his profiles of Ghana,… Read more »
June 05, 2014
Ghana: Africa's Best Hope in Tough World Cup Pool
In the fourth of AllAfrica's profiles of the African contenders at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Nick Said assesses the Black Stars of Ghana. Read his profiles of Cote… Read more »
June 04, 2014
Cote d'Ivoire: Ivorians Field Powerful World Cup Squad
In the third AllAfrica profile of Africa's World Cup contenders in Brazil, Nick Said looks at the Ivoirian team. Read his profile of Algeria here, and Cameroon here. Follow… Read more »
June 03, 2014
Cameroon: Indomitable Lions Enter World Cup in 'Patchy' Form
In the second of AllAfrica's profiles of the five African contenders at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Nick Said assesses the chances of Cameroon. Read his profile of Algeria… Read more »
June 02, 2014
Algeria: Desert Foxes Carry Hopes of Arab World At World Cup
In the first of a series of profiles of the African contenders at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Nick Said assesses Algeria's chances. Read more »
April 30, 2014
South Africa: Minister's Comment Over Kenya Swimmers Sparks Twitter Storm
South African Sport and Recreation Minister Fikile Mbalula has sparked controversy over comments made about Kenyan athletes, the Mail and Guardian reports. Read more »
November 14, 2013
Africa: Africa Set for Final World Cup Knockout Games
Africans will know in the next five days who will represent them at the 2014 World Cup. Read more »