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AFCON 2023: Morocco Become First Side To Arrive In Cote D’Ivoire [PHOTOS]

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Morocco have become the first side, outside the host nation, to arrive in Cote d’Ivoire for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023.

The Atlas Lions landed in Abidjan on Sunday.

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The FIFA World Cup semi-finalists landed at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport in the afternoon amid a warm welcome.

بعثة المنتخب الوطني تصل إلى سان بيدرو 🇨🇮
📸 Our #AtlasLions arrived safely to San Pedro#DimaMaghrib 🇲🇦 pic.twitter.com/nOSURmM27l

— Équipe du Maroc (@EnMaroc) January 7, 2024
The plane carrying coach Walid Regragui’s side landed in Abidjan at 2:00 PM local time before they were received in Terminal 2 with a colourful cultural ceremony arranged by the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the AFCON amid tight security.

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Members of the Moroccan community in Abidjan were also present at the airport to welcome their team.

Recall The Atlas Lions are drawn in Group F along with DR Congo, Tanzania, and Zambia.

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As a semi-finalist in 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Morocco is seen as one of the favorites to win the AFCON in Cote D’Ivoire.

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FULL LIST: Ballon d’Or Unveils 2025 Women Nominees

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The Ballon d’Or has released the full list of nominees for the highly anticipated 2025 Women’s Ballon d’Or, showcasing 30 outstanding female footballers from across the globe.

Leading the nominations are established stars such as Aitana Bonmati, Alexia Putellas, Pernille Harder, and Lucy Bronze, alongside rising talents including Melchie Dumornay, Temwa Chawinga, and Frida Leonardsen-Maanum.

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Also named in the prestigious list are Barbra Banda, Claudia Pina, Sandy Baltimore, Marta, Chloe Kelly, Leah Williamson, and Esther Gonzalez, among others.

The Ballon d’Or recognition celebrates the best women’s footballers for their excellence, impact, and achievements over the past season.

READ ALSO:FULL LIST: Ballon d’Or Unveils 2025 Men’s Nominees

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The final winner will be announced at the official awards ceremony later in the year.

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Sandy Baltimore
Barbra Banda
Aitana Bonmati
Lucy Bronze
Klara Bühl
Mariona Caldentey
Sofia Cantore
Steph Catley
Temwa Chawinga
Melchie Dumornay
Emily Fox
Cristiana Girelli
Esther Gonzalez
Caroline Graham Hansen
Hannah Hampton
Pernille Harder
Patri Guijarro
Amanda Gutierres
Lindsey Heaps
Chloe Kelly
Frida Leonardsen-Maanum
Marta
Clara Mateo
Ewa Pajor
Claudia Pina
Alexia Putellas
Alessia Russo
Johanna Rytting Kaneryd
Caroline Weir
Leah Williamson

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Super Falcons Coach Madugu Nominated For 2025 Ballon d’Or Award

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Super Falcons’ tactician, Justine Madugu, has been nominated for the prestigious 2025 Ballon d’Or Women’s Team Coach of the Year Trophy.

The nomination, announced Thursday, places Madugu among the global elite of women’s football coaching, following his remarkable leadership with the Nigerian women’s national team.

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The accolade celebrates coaches who have demonstrated outstanding strategy, motivation, and performance in guiding their teams on the international stage.

READ ALSO:FULL LIST: Ballon d’Or Unveils 2025 Men’s Nominees

The recognition comes as Nigerian football continues to gain momentum on the global stage, with Super Falcons players and coaches increasingly drawing international attention after winning the Women’s African Cup of Nations.

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Madugu’s nomination is not only a personal triumph but also a moment of pride for Nigeria, reinforcing the country’s reputation as a powerhouse in African women’s football.

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Ballon d’Or Unveils 2025 Men’s Club, Coach Of The Year Nominees

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The Ballon d’Or, on Thursday, unveiled its list of nominees for the 2025 Men’s Club of the Year and Men’s Team Coach of the Year awards.

Competing for the Men’s Club of the Year honour are football giants FC Barcelona, Botafogo, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Paris Saint-Germain. These clubs have been recognised for their outstanding performance and influence in global football over the past season.

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READ ALSO:FULL LIST: Ballon d’Or Unveils 2025 Men’s Nominees

Meanwhile, the five contenders for the Men’s Team Coach of the Year Trophy are Antonio Conte, Luis Enrique, Hansi Flick, Enzo Maresca, and Arne Slot, all celebrated for their tactical brilliance, leadership, and impressive results with their respective teams.

The announcement is part of the build-up to the prestigious Ballon d’Or awards ceremony, which annually celebrates excellence in world football.

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