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2026 Kicks Off: Exciting Soccer Showdowns and New Programming

1/5/2026

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2026 opens with renewed action in soccer as title races and managerial changes take center stage.
In the African Cup of Nations (AFCON), Nigeria faces Mozambique.
In AFCON, Algeria meets DR Congo.
CBS Sports Golazo Network launches new programming, including Morning Footy (highlights and interviews), Attacking Third (women's soccer), and Scoreline (highlights and news), streaming on CBS Sports platforms starting Thursday.
The year builds anticipation for the upcoming World Cup.

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Story summary

2026 opens with renewed action in soccer as title races and managerial changes take center stage.
In the African Cup of Nations (AFCON), Nigeria faces Mozambique.
In AFCON, Algeria meets DR Congo.
CBS Sports Golazo Network launches new programming, including Morning Footy (highlights and interviews), Attacking Third (women's soccer), and Scoreline (highlights and news), streaming on CBS Sports platforms starting Thursday.
The year builds anticipation for the upcoming World Cup.