CAF

Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams has died at 25, prompting tributes from FIFA, CAF, the South African government, and clubs. Police have opened an inquest into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Morocco defeated co-hosts Canada 3-0 in Houston, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice in the second half to propel the Atlas Lions into their second consecutive World Cup quarter-finals.

The Confederation of African Football has launched the bidding process for the 2028, 2032, and 2036 Africa Cup of Nations, inviting all 54 member associations to express interest in hosting the tournament.