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• 2026-27 Nations League draw revealed as England, Wales discover daunting League A opponents

  England have been placed in a challenging 2026-27 Nations League group alongside Spain, Croatia, and Czechia, marking Thomas Tuchel’s first major tournament cycle since extending his contract.

  ​England’s return to the top tier of the Nations League will feature a high-stakes reunion with Spain, the team that denied them glory in the Euro 2024 final.

  Following their promotion under Lee Carsley, the Three Lions were placed in League A Group 3, where they will also contend with recurring rivals Croatia and a resilient Czechia side.

  This daunting draw coincides with the confirmation that Thomas Tuchel has extended his managerial deal until 2028, ensuring he will lead the squad through this competitive cycle following the 2026 World Cup.

  ​The tournament structure also presents a difficult task for Wales, who must navigate a group containing title-holders Portugal, Norway, and Denmark.

  Meanwhile, Scotland will face Switzerland and Slovenia in League B, while Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland prepare for tests against Hungary and Austria respectively.

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• Emerse Fae still haunted by loss to Egypt at AFCON 2006 ahead of quarter-final showdown

  Emerse Fae is drawing on personal heartbreak from 2006 to ensure his defending champions do not underestimate a resilient Egyptian side in their upcoming AFCON quarterfinal.

  Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Fae has issued a stern warning to his squad ahead of Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal against Egypt.

  Recalling the 2006 final where he suffered a penalty shootout defeat as a player, the 41-year-old cautioned against complacency.

  Fae noted that the current Egyptian side mirrors the resilient teams of the past, stating, “This is exactly the Egypt I expected… that looks like it’s about to crack, but almost never does.”

  The defending champions enter the match following a dominant 3-0 victory over Burkina Faso, highlighted by a standout performance from Manchester United’s Amad Diallo.

  In contrast, Egypt required extra time to dispatch Benin. Despite their recent struggles, Fae emphasized that the seven-time champions remain master tacticians in knockout football.

  He observed: “Egypt absorbs pressure; they don’t control [games]. It’s about disrupting the opponent and, whenever they get a chance, punishing them.”

  The tactical battle will pit the Elephants’ momentum against an Egyptian attack featuring superstars Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush.

  Fae insisted that mental discipline is the only way to overcome the North African giants, who have reached two of the last four finals.

  He concluded with a final warning regarding the opponent’s clinical nature: “You should never be overconfident against Egypt. If you arrive overconfident, you have no chance.”

• AFCON 2025: Quarter-final fixtures, date, time, venue all set

  The AFCON 2025 quarter-final fixtures have been largely finalized, featuring high-profile matchups such as Nigeria vs Algeria and Cameroon vs Morocco.

  The quarter-final lineup for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is nearly complete following Algeria’s dramatic 1-0 extra-time victory over DR Congo on Tuesday.

  Substitute Anis Boulbina scored a decisive goal in the 119th minute in Rabat to secure the Desert Warriors’ progression.

  This victory sets up a highly anticipated clash against Nigeria, who advanced earlier in the week after a dominant performance against Mozambique.

  Seven of the eight quarter-finalists are now confirmed, with Senegal, Mali, hosts Morocco, Cameroon, Egypt, Nigeria, and Algeria all securing their spots.

  The final place in the bracket will be determined by the ongoing match between Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso.

  Early reports indicate the defending champion Elephants are leading 2-0 in the first half, thanks to goals from Amad Diallo and Yan Diomande.

  The confirmed fixtures are set to begin on Friday, January 9, featuring a double-header.

  Mali will face Senegal in Tangier at 5pm WAT, followed by a blockbuster encounter between Cameroon and tournament hosts Morocco in Rabat at 9pm WAT.

  These matchups bring together some of the continent’s most successful footballing nations in a bid for a place in the semi-finals.

  On Saturday, January 10, the action shifts to Agadir and Marrakech. Nigeria will take on Algeria at 5pm WAT at the Stade de Marrakech, while Egypt awaits the winner of the Côte d’Ivoire versus Burkina Faso tie for an 8pm WAT kickoff.

  With the “quarter-final line-up… now clearer,” fans across the continent are preparing for a weekend of elite international football across Morocco’s premier venues.