African Five-a-side
This podcast takes listeners on a journey across the African continent through its favorite sport: football. Hosted by journalist Maher Mezahi, the show examines how the beautiful game intersects with culture, politics, and everyday life in Africa. It is backed by the media platform Africa Is a Country and funded by the Open Society Foundation, promising in-depth storytelling and analysis.
Episodes
Malawi and Cameroon make 2026 WAFCON final thanks to Chawinga sisters and Michaely Bihina
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we recap the 2026 WAFCON semi-finals between Algeria and Malawi, Morocco and Cameroon-----------------------This podcast is brought to you by Africa Is a Country: https://africasacountry.com/department/football-is-a-countrySubscribe to The Corner Flag newsletter: https://africasacountry.com/newsletterFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/A
Who will be crowned WAFCON champion? Morocco vs Cameroon; Algeria vs Malawi - Semi-final preview
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we preview the 2026 WAFCON semi-finals. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by Africa Is a Country: https://africasacountry.com/department/football-is-a-countrySubscribe to The Corner Flag newsletter: https://africasacountry.com/newsletterFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african
Cameroon upset Nigeria Super Falcons in 2026 WAFCON quarterfinal
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we recap the 2026 WAFCON quarterfinal between Cameroon and Nigeria. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by Africa Is a Country: https://africasacountry.com/department/football-is-a-countrySubscribe to The Corner Flag newsletter: https://africasacountry.com/newsletterFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehtt
Atlas Lionesses breeze past Banyana and make 2026 WAFCON semi-finals
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we recap the 2026 WAFCON quarterfinal between Morocco and South Africa. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by Africa Is a Country: https://africasacountry.com/department/football-is-a-countrySubscribe to The Corner Flag newsletter: https://africasacountry.com/newsletterFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSid
Algeria defeat Cote D'Ivoire and qualify for 2026 WAFCON semi-final and 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we recap the 2026 WAFCON quarterfinal between Algeria and Cote D'Ivoire. ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by Africa Is a Country: https://africasacountry.com/department/football-is-a-country Subscribe to The Corner Flag newsletter: https://africasacountry.com/newsletter Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFi
AS FAR to meet Sundowns in CAF Champions League final
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we review the second leg of the CAF Champions League semi-finals
Mamelodi Sundowns are in the CAF Champions League final!
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we preview the second leg of the CAF Champions League semi-finals
Mamelodi Sundowns, AS FAR take decisive lead in CAF CL semi-finals after beating Esperance, Berkane
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we recap the first leg of the CAF Champions League semi-finals
Previewing CAF Champions League semi-finals: Esperance vs Sundowns; AS FAR vs Berkane
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we preview the CAF Champions League semi-finals. This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Follow us on social media: -https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide -https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
African national teams dominate during 2026 FIFA World Cup preparation matches
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we react to first round of fixtures the African national teams that qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup played in this March international break. ----------------------- Waiting to believe: https://africasacountry.com/2026/03/waiting-to-believe This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Follow us on social media: https://twitter.
Rhulani Mokwena leaves MC Algiers mid-season for Ittihad Tripoli
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we react to Rhulani Mokwena's decision to leave MC Algiers for Ittihad Tripoli in Libya.
REACTION: Morocco are 2025 AFCON champions... for now!
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we take a look at the CAF Appeals Board's decision to name Morocco 2025 AFCON champions several months after the tournament took place ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
CAF Champions League: Esperance defeat Al Ahly in close match in Rades, 1-0
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we review the Esperance vs Al Ahly quarterfinal match in the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Bread or Messi? https://africasacountry.com/2026/02/bread-or-messi Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Sundowns dominate Stade Malien 3-0; AS FAR held by Pyramids in Rabat 1-1
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we review a few quarterfinal matches of the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Bread or Messi? https://africasacountry.com/2026/02/bread-or-messi Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
CAF Champions League Draw Reaction | Previewing Knockout Match-ups
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we preview the knockout stages of the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Sundowns Dominate MC Algiers, Esperance beat Petro, Al Hilal, Pyramids, Berkane qualify with ease
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we review matchday 6 of the the CAF Champions League ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
CAF CL Matchday 4: Hilal & Pyramids Victorious, Ahly Draw With Yanga
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we recap Matchday 4 of the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
CAF Champions League: Ahly defeat Yanga, Sundowns held by Hilal
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we review the first two matches of Matchday 3 of the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League ----------------------- Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2025 AFCON FINAL: SENEGAL BEAT MOROCCO IN CRAZY MATCH
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we review the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal ----------------------- Check out our AFCON coverage: https://africasacountry.com/series/afcon-2025 This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2025 AFCON semi-final: Morocco squeak past Nigeria; Senegal dominate Egypt
In this episode of the Africa Five-a-Side podcast, we review the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals between Morocco and Nigeria and Egypt vs Senegal ----------------------- Between Bambali and Nagrig https://africasacountry.com/2026/01/between-bambali-and-nagrig The untameable Victor Osimhen https://africasacountry.com/2026/01/the-untameable-victor-osimhen This podcast is brought to you by: ww
South Africa survives Zimbabwe; Morocco trounces Zambia (AFCON diary: Day 9)
On Day 9 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, South Africa beat Zimbabwe and Morocco finally put in a confident performance against Zambia-----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comThree footballers walk into a stadium: https://africasacountry.com/2025/12/three-footballers-walk-into-a-stadiumFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://ww
Nigeria Super Eagles bully Tunisia Carthage Eagles 3-2 in Fez (AFCON diary: Day 7)
On Day 7 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria dominated Tunisia in Fez, winning 3-2 after the North Africans staged a late comeback ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com The Senegalese paradox: https://africasacountry.com/2025/12/the-senegalese-paradox Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.f
Salah sinks South Africa; Mali hold Morocco in Matchday 2 of 2025 AFCON (AFCON diary: Day 6)
On Day 6 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt scored a previous win against South Africa and Mali held Morocco at home to stay alive in Group A ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Sounds of the Africa Cup of Nations: https://africasacountry.com/2025/12/sounds-of-the-africa-cup-of-nations Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSid
ANALYSIS: Algeria blow past Sudan in 3-0 victory as Zidane watches from stands (AFCON diary: Day 4)
On Day 4 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Algeria comfortably disposed of Sudan under the watchful eye of Zinedine Zidane-----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Favourites Nigeria, DR Congo, Senegal, Tunisia win comfortably on day 3 (AFCON diary: Day 3)
On Day 3 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, DR Congo, Senegal, Nigeria and Tunisia all won their first matches of the tournament. https://africasacountry.com/2025/12/the-myth-of-nigerian-football-exceptionalism ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Morocco 2-0 Comoros: Atlas Lions win opening match comfortably (AFCON diary: Day 1)
On Day 1 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco defeated Comoros 2-0. Goals came in the second half by Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi, after a frustrating first half where the hosts could not break the deadlock.
FIFA and CAF ruined AFCON
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi reviews CAF decision to make AFCON a four year tournament. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Morocco 2025 Afcon preview: Trophy triumph or elimination catastrophe?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Amine El Amri to preview the Morocco national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Zimbabwe 2025 Afcon preview: Warriors dealing with adversity
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Hope Chizuzu to preview the Zimbabwe national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Cote D'Ivoire 2025 Afcon preview: Can Les Elephants repeat?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by the great Frank Simon to preview the Cote D'Ivoire national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Burkina Faso 2025 Afcon preview: Stallions quietly confident
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Stephane Ouattara to preview the Burkina Faso national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
DR Congo 2025 Afcon preview: Leopards on brink of history
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Louis Mukoma to preview the DR Congo national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow Louis here: https://x.com/leopardsfoot?Follow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveasid
Tunisia 2025 Afcon preview: Confident Carthage Eagles
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Arafet Hamrouni to preview the Tunisian national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow Geoff here: https://www.instagram.com/arafethamrouni/Follow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/
Tanzania 2025 Afcon preview: Low expectations for future hosts
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Geoff Lea to preview the Tanzanian national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow Geoff here: https://www.instagram.com/geoff_lea/Follow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.f
Nigera 2025 Afcon preview: Uncertain times for Super Eagles
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Colin Udoh to preview the Nigerian national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow Eurico here: https://x.com/ColinUdohFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2025 Angola Afcon preview: Time for a rebuild
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Eurico Costa to preview the Angolan national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow Eurico here: https://x.com/passeverticalFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveasid
2025 Senegal Afcon preview: Are Senegal the best team in Africa?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Babacar Diarra to preview the Senegalese national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow Babacar here: @BabsDiarraFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2025 Cameroon Afcon preview: Eto'o attempts renaissance of Indomitable Lions
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Emmanuel Lavogez to preview the Cameroonian national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2025 Algeria Afcon preview: Les Fennecs are a complete unknown
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Hamza Rahmani to preview the Algerian national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2026 FIFA World Cup draw reaction: Which African sides can get out of their groups?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw and what it means for African national teams.-----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2025 Zambia Afcon preview: Chipolopolo in rebuild
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Calvin Kaumba Chikenge to preview the Zambian national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2025 South Africa Afcon preview: Are Bafana for real?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Njabulo Ngidi to preview the South African national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2025 Egypt Afcon preview: Can Mohamed Salah finally win the Afcon?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi is joined by Amr Fahmy as they preview the Egyptian national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations---------------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Rhulani Mokwena speaks about life in Algiers, coaching principles, CAF CL and Sundowns
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi sits with MC Algiers coach, Rhulani Mokwena, to discuss his new life in Algiers and his coaching pastTimestamps: (00:00:17) First impression of Algeria(00:01:21) How much tourism do you do?(00:03:02) Best thing about being in Algeria so far?(00:06:03) Is MC Algiers underrated on the continent?(00:08:54) Can you tell how much this clu
Sundowns, Pyramids, Berkane dominate Matchday 1 of 2025/2026 CAF Champions League
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps Matchday 1 of the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League group stage. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
DR Congo advance; Nigeria eliminated from 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying play-offs!
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying (CAF zone) confederation play-off between Nigeria and DR Congo.This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
NIGERIA OR DR CONGO? Which African team will make FIFA international World Cup qualifying playoff?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying (CAF zone) confederation play-off between Nigeria and DR Congo.READ: After Paul Biyahttps://africasacountry.com/2025/10/after-paul-biyaThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@afri
Nigeria and DR Congo advance to final of African 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying (CAF zone) confederation play-off between Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon and DR Congo.READ: After Paul Biyahttps://africasacountry.com/2025/10/after-paul-biyaThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com
Nigeria, Cameroon, DR Congo or Gabon? Who will make it past ’26 Africa World Cup qualifying playoff?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying (CAF zone) confederation play-off between Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon and DR Congo.READ: The myth of Christian genocidehttps://africasacountry.com/2025/10/the-myth-of-christian-genocideThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/Afric
Hakimi or Salah? Who is the African player of the year?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi declares who he would have voted for for the 2025 CAF AwardsREAD: After the coronationhttps://africasacountry.com/2025/11/after-the-coronationThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
CAF Confederation Cup draw: Wydad, Zamalek, USM Algiers, Kaizer Chiefs? Who are favourites?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi reacts to the 2025/2026 CAF Confederation Cup group stage drawREAD: After the coronationhttps://africasacountry.com/2025/11/after-the-coronationThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Mokwena drawn against Sundowns! | 2025/2026 CAF Champions League draw reaction
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi reacts to the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League group stage drawREAD: An island nation, everywhere https://africasacountry.com/2025/10/an-island-nation-everywhereThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
2026 FIFA World Cup: Cape Verde, South Africa qualify; Nigeria, Cameroon make playoffs
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps matchday 10 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers (CAF zone)This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Nigera? South Africa? Cape Verde? Who will qualify on the last day of 2026 World Cup qualifying?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews matchday 10 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers (CAF zone)This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comREAD: Cameroon’s last election: https://africasacountry.com/2025/10/cameroons-last-electionFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Previewing the final African 2026 World Cup qualifiers (Cape Verde, Nigeria, South Africa, Senegal)
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews Matchday 9 and 10 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers (CAF zone)This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comREAD: Biya Forever https://africasacountry.com/2025/09/biya-foreverFrom Cornell to conscience https://africasacountry.com/2025/09/from-cornell-to-conscienceFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/
2025/2026 CAF Champions League (too early) preview
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews the 2025/2026 CAF Champions LeagueThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comREAD: Biya Forever https://africasacountry.com/2025/09/biya-foreverFrom Cornell to conscience https://africasacountry.com/2025/09/from-cornell-to-conscienceFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tikto
2026 World Cup qualifiers (CAF) recap: Cape Verde stun Cameroon, South Africa handle Nigeria, Senegal stage epic comeback vs DR Congo
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps Matchday 8 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the African zone. This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comREAD: Colonize then, deport now https://africasacountry.com/2025/09/colonize-then-deport-nowFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
RECAP (FIFA WCQ - CAF): Morocco score '26 World Cup berth; South Africa, Senegal, Egypt win big
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps Matchday 7 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the African zone. Morocco became the first team to qualify for the World Cup and Algeria, Tunisia and Egypt positioned themselves to qualify over the next 48-72 hours.This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comOrder our "Revelution Deferred" our physical editio
Morocco 3-2 Madagascar: Atlas Lions are 2024 CHAN champions
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the 2024 CHAN final as Morocco defeated Madagascar 3-2 and became the first African nation to win 3 African nations championships. This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comOrder our "Revelution Deferred" our physical edition here: https://africasacountry.com/store/product/revolution-deferredFollow us on social
2024 CHAN: East Africans exit CHAN pamoja in quarterfinals
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the 2024 CHAN quarterfinals which saw the exit of all three East African hosts and Algeria. Madagascar, Morocco, Senegal and Sudan advanced the semi-finalsThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comOrder our "Revelution Deferred" our physical edition here: https://africasacountry.com/store/product/revolution-def
MAILBAG: 2024 CHAN, 2025 AFCON, Mokwena at MCA, Ouaddou at Pirates, young talent to watch this year
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi hosts a mailbag episode where we answer your questions, including: Why don't we show CHAN more respect? Which teams and players are we most looking forward to watching this year? Will Mokwena's legacy take a hit if he doesn't succeed at MCA?This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comOrder our "Revelution Deferred" our
Previewing the 2024 African Nations Championship CHAN in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN)This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comEnemies of progress: https://africasacountry.com/2025/07/enemies-of-progressOrder our "Revelution Deferred" our physical edition here: https://africasacountry.com/store/product/revolution-deferredFollow us on social media:ht
Nigeria Super Falcons and Morocco Atlas Lionesses advance to 2024 Wafcon
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the semi-finals of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of NationsThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comThe specter of Bandung https://africasacountry.com/2025/07/the-specter-of-bandungWhose game is remembered? https://africasacountry.com/2025/07/whose-game-is-rememberedThe quiet violence of peace deals https://afri
African football's greatest matches: Algeria vs Egypt "Battle of Omdurman" (Matchday 2, Episode 1)
Welcome to Matchday 2, Episode 1 of the African Five-a-side podcast. Over the course of the next five epsidoes we'll be profiling five of the greatest matches in African football history. First up is The Battle of Omdurman which took place on November 18, 2009 between Algeria and Egypt. We delve into why this rivalry is so heated and what lead to a football match nearly scuppering diplomatic relat
What does the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup mean to Africa?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comCome join us in Nairobi for the '25 AIAC fest: https://africasacountry.com/festivalFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Pyramids FC stun Mamelodi Sundowns in first leg of CAF Champions League final ⎸ AFR 2.43
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the first leg of the 2024/2025 CAF Champions League final. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comThe other route to the American dream https://africasacountry.com/2025/05/the-other-route-to-the-american-dreamFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tikt
RS Berkane take convincing lead versus Simba in CAF Confederation Cup final ⎸ AFR 2.41
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi reviews the first leg of the 2024/2025 CAF Confederation Cup final. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comGreen hydrogen, old colonialism: https://africasacountry.com/2025/05/green-hydrogen-old-colonialismFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@af
CAF Confederation Cup final preview: RS Berkane vs Simba SC (1st leg) ⎸ AFR 2.40
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Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro to sign at Al Ahly: Good or bad idea? ⎸ REACTION
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Sundows, Al Ahly, Pirates and Pyramids play goalless draws in CAF Champions League semis ⎸ AFR 2.36
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the first leg of the semi-finals of the 2024/2025 CAF Champions League. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comAfter the uprising https://africasacountry.com/2025/04/after-the-uprisingFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Sundowns v Al Ahly; Pirates v Pyramids - Egypt v South Africa in Champions League semis ⎸ AFR 2.35
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews the Egypt vs South Africa semi-finals of the 2024/2025 CAF Champions League. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comTariffs, Trump, and the Global Southhttps://africasacountry.com/2025/04/tariffs-trump-and-the-global-southFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSideh
Pirates hold MC Algiers and secure their spot for the CAF Champions League semi-final ⎸ AFR 2.34
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the last match of the quarterfinals of the 2024/2025 CAF Champions League. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comRedefining Sahelian diplomacyhttps://africasacountry.com/2025/03/redefining-sahelian-diplomacyFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tikto
Sundowns, Pyramids hold on in hostile crowds; Ahly defeats Al Hilal to qualify to semis ⎸ AFR 2.33
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps 3/4 matches of the second leg of the quarterfinals of the 2024/2025 CAF Champions League. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comRedefining Sahelian diplomacyhttps://africasacountry.com/2025/03/redefining-sahelian-diplomacyFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSideht
Orlando Pirates “last dance”? Sundowns, Esperance to tussle in 2025 CAF Champions League quarterfinals ⎸ AFR 2.32
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Sundowns and Pirates score historic wins in CAF Champions League quarterfinals ⎸ AFR 2.32
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps matchday 6 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Africa. This week, Nigeria squandered an opportunity to catch up with South Africa, while Ghana, Algeria, Cameroon excelled.-----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comImperial belonging and the weaponisation of the sea https://africasacou
Previewing the CAF CL QF: Sundowns-Esperance, MCA-Pirates, Ahly-Al Hilal, Pyramids-AS FAR ⎸ AFR 2.31
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews the quarterfinals of the 2024/2025 CAF Champions League as Mamelodi Sundowns take on Esperance de Tunis, MC Algiers host Orlando Pirates, Al Ahly and Al Hilal clash and Pyramids play AS FAR.
Nigeria World Cup in jeopardy; Ghana, Algeria, Cameroon dominate World Cup qualifiers ⎸ AFR 2.30
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps matchday 6 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Africa. This week, Nigeria squandered an opportunity to catch up with South Africa, while Ghana, Algeria, Cameroon excelled.-----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comImperial belonging and the weaponization of the seahttps://africasacoun
Osimhen, Salah, Mofokeng, Amoura shine in 5th round of 2026 World Cup qualifiers ⎸ AFR 2.29
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps Matchday 5 action of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in Africa. Over the last 72 hours, Egypt impressed versus Ethiopia. Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco managed narrow victories in Ramadan, while Nigeria and South Africa began their race to the 2026 World Cup in Group C.--------------------------------------------------------F
Previewing Matchday 5 and 6 of the African 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers ⎸ AFR 2.28
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Is Afcon a major tournament? Jamie Carragher doesn't think so
Last weekend, Jamie Carragher made headlines when he mentioned that Mo Salah might be less respected for Ballon D'Or voting because he represents Egypt in international football and competes in the Africa Cup of Nations, which he doesn't believe is a "major" tournament.
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