BONUS EPISODE: Is World Cup 2026 Broken?

This week on AFCONnect, David Gyasi and Guvna B catch up after a busy few weeks - Guvna fresh from festival season and David returning from Marrakech, where he experienced the incredible atmosphere as Morocco continued their World Cup journey.What is it really like watching football in Morocco when the national team is making history? David shares what he saw, the passion in the streets and why football means so much across the continent.We also get into some of football's biggest talking points:⚽ What makes the greatest international rivalries?Is Morocco vs Senegal becoming Africa's biggest rivalry?🌍 Do African teams have a problem holding onto leads at major tournaments?⭐ Jude Bellingham continues to divide opinion- is he already one of the world's best players?

In this episode David talks to Producer Tim who is over in the US to get the latest updates and goings on on and off the pitch.

Darren talks us through his take on the world cup, the teams, sentiment and politics surrounding it.

Producer Timotay (Tim) is out in the US experiencing the World Cup first hand and he has fallen in love with Senegal.

David Gyasi and Guvna B discuss some of the challenges, politics and logistics around World Cup 2026 and what that means for players and fans.

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 championsStandout teams, players, and performancesHow this tournament shifted perceptions of AFCONWhat AFCON 2025 got right - on and off the pitchFinal reflections on culture, pride, and why AFCON mattersAFCONnect 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

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 writerSheyi Martins-Allen - Singer and MusicianTogether, 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 AFCONHow football connects the diaspora to homeRepresenting your country with pride  as a fan and as a playerWhy AFCON still hits differently to any other tournament🍚 And yes… we go thereThe 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 knockoutsBig moments, talking points, and surprisesPredictions, points, and bragging rights on the lineAFCONnect 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

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 setWho’s out: Angola, Zambia, Gabon, Comoros, Uganda & moreAlgeria and Nigeria go perfect in the groupsMorocco remain unbeaten as Hakimi returnsShock stories from Mozambique, Tanzania, and Gabon’s collapseWe’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 nowHis Premier League journey and legacyRepresenting DR Congo on the biggest stagesWhat 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 MoroccoSarah 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 & moreMorocco held by Mali, Algeria lay down a markerLast 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 atmosphereSarah Essam gives expert insight into Egypt’s campaign and Mo Salah’s influenceDR Congo’s AFCON journey and what it means for players and fansLife, 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 formatThe introduction of an African Nations LeagueStar players, MVP contenders, and wonderkidsWhy AFCON still isn’t given the respect it deservesThe impact of shortened preparation time for African teamsWe 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.