{"id":5135,"date":"2024-01-01T04:22:58","date_gmt":"2024-01-01T03:22:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faca.com.ng\/web\/2024\/01\/01\/africa-cup-of-nations-headlines-top-24-sporting-events-in-2024\/"},"modified":"2024-01-01T04:22:58","modified_gmt":"2024-01-01T03:22:58","slug":"africa-cup-of-nations-headlines-top-24-sporting-events-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faca.com.ng\/web\/2024\/01\/01\/africa-cup-of-nations-headlines-top-24-sporting-events-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Africa Cup of Nations headlines top-24 sporting events In 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"


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The 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations to be hosted by Ivory Coast headlines a list of top-24 sporting events in the calendar for 2024.<\/p>\n

Tne new year holds promise of thrilling competitions across various Sporting disciplines. Here are some key events to look forward to:<\/p>\n

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  1. Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON):<\/strong> Taking place from January 13 to February 11, this tournament in Ivory Coast will feature top talents like Victor Osimhen, Mohamed Salah and Achraf Hakimi, battling to succeed Sadio Mane inspired Senegal as AFCON winners.<\/li>\n
  2. Australian Open (Tennis):<\/strong> From January 14 to January 28, Melbourne hosts this Grand Slam event where Novak Djokovic aims for his 25th Grand Slam title, with Aryna Sabalenka seeking to retain her title in the women\u2019s draw.<\/li>\n
  3. Six Nations (Rugby):<\/strong> Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s tournaments run from February 2 to March 16 and March 23 to April 27, featuring teams like Ireland, England, and Wales.<\/li>\n
  4. Super Bowl LVIII:<\/strong> On February 11, the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas hosts American Football\u2019s premier event, with the Kansas City Chiefs aiming for their fourth Super Bowl appearance.<\/li>\n
  5. Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk:<\/strong> On February 17, the boxing world awaits this heavyweight clash as Fury and Usyk vie for the undisputed heavyweight championship in Riyadh.<\/li>\n
  6. Formula One World Championship:<\/strong> From March 2 to December 8, the F1 season unfolds with 24 races, including significant changes and six sprint races in various locations.<\/li>\n
  7. The Masters (Golf):<\/strong> From April 11 to April 14, Augusta hosts golf\u2019s prestigious event, where Jon Rahm seeks to defend his title.<\/li>\n
  8. England Women vs. Pakistan Women Twenty20 Series:<\/strong> Taking place from May 11 to May 19, this series marks the opening of the international summer for English women\u2019s cricket.<\/li>\n
  9. Women\u2019s Champions League Final:<\/strong> On May 25, Bilbao hosts the final, with Chelsea aiming for their first Women\u2019s Champions League triumph.<\/li>\n
  10. Men\u2019s Champions League Final:<\/strong> On June 1, the Wembley Stadium sees top football clubs contend for the final title before the competition\u2019s format changes.<\/li>\n
  11. Men\u2019s Twenty20 World Cup:<\/strong> From June 4 to June 30, the United States hosts the cricket World Cup, featuring 20 teams and England seeking to retain their crown.<\/li>\n
  12. Euro 2024 (Football):<\/strong> From June 14 to July 14, Germany hosts the major men\u2019s football tournament, with the top European teams set to lorns for the continents crown..<\/li>\n
  13. Royal Ascot:<\/strong> From June 18 to June 22, horse racing enthusiasts anticipate top-class racing events, including the Prince of Wales\u2019s Stakes.<\/li>\n
  14. Tour de France & Tour de France Femmes:<\/strong> From June 29 to July 21 and August 12 to August 18, cycling enthusiasts gear up for the 111th edition and the third edition of the women\u2019s tour.<\/li>\n
  15. Wimbledon:<\/strong> From July 1 to July 14, the iconic tennis tournament unfolds, featuring top players and possibly more historic moments.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    These are just a few highlights, and the year promises a wealth of excitement for sports enthusiasts across the globe.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n


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