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These players' participation in AFCON 2023 means their respective clubs must navigate their domestic and European fixtures without them.
The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has seen many Premier League players called up to represent their respective countries.
Due to the tournament's schedule, this has impacted various clubs, with some key players being absent for up to a month.
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The AFCON remains a vital part of the sporting calendar, not just in Africa but globally, as it continues to enhance the profile of African football.
Here's a detailed look at some of the Premier League players participating in AFCON 2023, along with the clubs they represent:
Arsenal: Mohamed Elneny (Egypt) and Thomas Partey (Ghana).
Chelsea: Nicolas Jackson (Senegal).
Liverpool: Mohamed Salah (Egypt).
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Manchester United: Andre Onana (Cameroon), Amad Diallo (Ivory Coast), Hannibal Mejbri (Tunisia), Sofyan Amrabat (Morocco).
Tottenham Hotspur: Yves Bissouma (Mali), Pape Matar Sarr (Senegal).
West Ham United: Mohammed Kudus (Ghana), Said Benrahma (Algeria), Maxwel Cornet (Ivory Coast), Nayef Aguerd (Morocco).
Fulham: Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi (Nigeria), Fode Ballo-Toure (Senegal).
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17:11 - 22.12.2023
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Brentford: Frank Onyeka (Nigeria), Bryan Mbeumo (Cameroon), Yoane Wissa (DR Congo).
Crystal Palace: Jordan Ayew, Jeffrey Schlupp (Ghana), Cheick Doucoure (Mali).
Brighton & Hove Albion: Tariq Lamptey (Ghana), Carlos Baleba (Cameroon), Simon Adingra (Ivory Coast).
Aston Villa: Bertrand Traore (Burkina Faso).
Nottingham Forest: Ola Aina, Taiwo Awoniyi (both Nigeria), Serge Aurier, Willy Boly, Ibrahim Sangare (all Ivory Coast), Moussa Niakhate, Cheikhou Kouyate (both Senegal).
Wolverhampton Wanderers: Rayan Ait-Nouri (Algeria), Boubacar Traore (Mali).
Everton: Idrissa Gueye (Senegal).
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09:18 - 22.12.2023
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AFC Bournemouth: Dango Ouattara (Burkina Faso), Antoine Semenyo (Ghana), Hamed Traore (Ivory Coast).
Luton Town: Issa Kabore (Burkina Faso), Pelly Ruddock Mpanzu (DR Congo).
Sheffield United: Ismaila Coulibaly (Mali), Anis Ben Slimane (Tunisia).
Burnley: Anass Zaroury (Morocco), Lyle Foster (South Africa).
These players' participation in AFCON 2023 means their respective clubs must navigate their domestic and European fixtures without them.
This absence could impact the teams, especially for clubs like Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United, losing key players during a crucial part of the season.
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