Hosted by David Gyasi and Guvna B, this episode reacts to the AFCON Last 16 being confirmed, the surprises, the shocks, and the teams who didn’t make it.

In this episode:

• Full AFCON round-up as the knockout stages are set
• Who’s out: Angola, Zambia, Gabon, Comoros, Uganda & more
• Algeria and Nigeria go perfect in the groups
• Morocco remain unbeaten as Hakimi returns
• Shock stories from Mozambique, Tanzania, and Gabon’s collapse

We’re joined by a true African football icon - Lomana LuaLua.

Former Premier League star, DR Congo captain, and AFCON legend, Lomana reflects on:

• AFCON then vs now
• His Premier League journey and legacy
• Representing DR Congo on the biggest stages
• What AFCON means to African players and fans

This week, we’re joined by two very special guests:

• Eddie Kadi - comedian, broadcaster, die-hard DR Congo supporter, and our man on the ground in Morocco
• Sarah Essam - the first Egyptian and Arab woman to play professional football in Europe, Egyptian international, and AFCON pundit

🔥 In this episode:

• Full AFCON catch-up: Senegal, DR Congo, Nigeria, Tunisia, Mali, Morocco, Egypt, Algeria & more
• Morocco held by Mali, Algeria lay down a marker
• Last week’s predictions reviewed - and Guvna B takes an early lead

🎙️ Guest conversations:

• Eddie Kadi sets the scene from Morocco and breaks down the AFCON atmosphere
• Sarah Essam gives expert insight into Egypt’s campaign and Mo Salah’s influence
• DR Congo’s AFCON journey and what it means for players and fans
• Life, culture, football, and identity across Egypt, Congo, and the diaspora

🔮 Matchday 3 predictions:
Points, pride, and bragging rights are all on the line as David tries to close the gap.

AFCONnect exists because African football deserves context, respect, celebration, and joy - not lazy narratives.

Welcome to AFCONnect - the podcast celebrating African football on its own terms.

Hosted by David Gyasi and Guvna B, AFCONnect dives deep into the stories, performances, politics, and culture shaping the Africa Cup of Nations.

In our first-ever episode, recorded straight after the opening game of AFCON 2025, we break down Morocco vs Comoros, reflect on a disciplined underdog performance, and react to one of the goals of the tournament already.

We also address the Ghanaian elephant in the room - Ghana’s failure to qualify - and debate who we’re backing to win AFCON, including favourites and dark horses.

Plus, we’re joined by award-winning football journalist and broadcaster Darren Lewis to discuss:

• Breaking news about AFCON’s future format
• The introduction of an African Nations League
• Star players, MVP contenders, and wonderkids
• Why AFCON still isn’t given the respect it deserves
• The impact of shortened preparation time for African teams

We wrap up with Matchday 2 predictions, putting our reputations on the line for bragging rights across the tournament.

New episodes drop every week throughout AFCON.

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