Sports News of Monday, 2 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comOn Sunday, February 2, 2026, in the CAF Champions League clash between Petro Luanda and Stade Malien, something strange that dominated headlines in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) popped up again and it came just before a missed penalty. Late in the second half, Petro Luanda were awarded a penalty. That bizarre moment throws us back to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals, where towels became one of the most talked-about parts of the game. CAF refereeing chiefs have since clarified that towels are not part of official equipment and should be kept off the field to avoid interference, a stance aimed at preventing future incidents. FKA/MAMeanwhile, watch as the Ghana Hydro Authority speaks on warning systems and managing floods in the country:

Source: GhanaWeb February 02, 2026 18:04 UTC