AFCONnect

Senegal Are Champions, AFCON Reflections & Final Thoughts with Adam Gemili and Ayo Akinwolere

AFCON 2025 has a champion - and Senegal are kings of Africa 🏆🌍 In this final episode of AFCONnect, hosts David Gyasi and Guvna B reflect on an unforgettable Africa Cup of Nations, as Senegal lift the trophy and bring the competition to a powerful close. We break down the final, celebrate Senegal’s journey, and look back at the moments, players, and stories that defined AFCON 2025. 🎙️ Special Guests: * Adam Gemili joins us to share his reaction to Senegal’s triumph and what AFCON represents as a Moroccan. * Football journalist and broadcaster Ayo Akinwolere gives his take on the tournament as a whole - the narratives, the standards, and what this AFCON says about the state of African football 🔍 In this episode: * Senegal’s road to becoming AFCON champions * Standout teams, players, and performances * How this tournament shifted perceptions of AFCON * What AFCON 2025 got right - on and off the pitch * Final reflections on culture, pride, and why AFCON matters AFCONnect was created to celebrate African football without compromise and this final episode is about honouring the tournament, the continent, and the stories that too often go untold. 👍 Like the video  💬 Tell us your moment of AFCON 2025 in the comments  🔔 Subscribe and stay locked — this isn’t the end, it’s the foundation

National Pride, AFCON Love & the Jollof Debate with Rosaline Elbay and Sheyi Martine-Allen

AFCON is more than football - it’s identity, pride, culture, and community 🌍⚽ Hosted by David Gyasi and Guvna B, this episode of AFCONnect dives into what it really means to grow up with national pride tied to football. We’re joined by two powerful voices: * Rosaline Elbay - Actress, producer and writer * Sheyi Martins-Allen - Singer and Musician Together, we explore how football, and the Africa Cup of Nations, shapes identity both on and off the pitch. 🔥 In this episode: * Growing up supporting your national team at AFCON * How football connects the diaspora to home * Representing your country with pride  as a fan and as a player * Why AFCON still hits differently to any other tournament 🍚 And yes… we go there The age-old debate returns:  Who really makes the best Jollof rice? Nigeria? Ghana? Somewhere else entirely? Strong opinions. Zero backing down. 🔮 Plus the usual: * AFCON catch-up as the tournament moves deeper into the knockouts * Big moments, talking points, and surprises * Predictions, points, and bragging rights on the line AFCONnect exists to celebrate African football properly - the stories, the culture, the joy, and the pride that come with it. 👍 Like the video  💬 Drop your country AND your Jollof allegiance in the comments  🔔 Subscribe for weekly AFCON episodes

AFCON Knockouts Are Set, & Lomana LuaLua on AFCON Then vs Now

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

AFCON Heats Up: Eddie Kadi + Sarah Essam Join Us

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.

AFCON Opening Night: Morocco vs Comoros, Ghana’s Absence & Darren Lewis Speaks

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. 👉 Follow AFCONnect so you don’t miss an episode.