Amad Diallo and Riyad Mahrez starred as defending champions Ivory Coast and former winners Algeria had contrasting victories on Wednesday when the first round of African Cup of Nations (AFCON) group matches concluded in Morocco. Manchester United winger Diallo struck early in the second half with a close-range shot to give the Ivorians a hard-earned […]
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Five most eye-catching close-season transfers so far
With Europe’s top clubs preparing for the start of the new season, there have already been several headline-grabbing moves in the transfer market, including Cristiano Ronaldo’s stunning switch to Juventus and the arrival of Gianluigi Buffon in France. Here, AFP Sport looks at five of the close-season movers who could make the biggest impact: Cristiano […]