Africa: Emam Ashour – African Football Is Rising As Egypt Chase an Eighth Afcon Crown

Egypt international Emam Ashour has hailed the rising technical standards of African football, noting that the presence of professional players and experienced coaches across the continent has elevated the competitiveness of the game.

According to the Al Ahly midfielder, this evolution has made every fixture at the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morocco 2025 both demanding and captivating, with no room for complacency at any stage of the tournament.

Ashour also pointed to the…