Rabat, Jan 1, 2026 (AFP) - Hakimi, Salah and Osimhen head star-packed AFCON last-16 cast

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2026-01-01

A star-studded cast led by Achraf Hakimi, Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen switch to knockout fare from Saturday, when the Africa Cup of Nations resumes in Morocco. Paris Saint-Germain defender Hakimi was crowned 2025 African player of the year in November. Liverpool attacker Salah and Galatasaray striker Osimhen were the runners-up. After 36 matches spread across six groups, the 16 survivors from 24 hopefuls clash in eight second-round matche......

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