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A Moroccan fossil named Spicomellus afer is identified as the oldest ankylosaur, expanding Africa's role in dinosaur evolution.
The fossil shows built-in armor with long spikes and plates, a feature not seen in other ankylosaurs.
Researchers note the spikes could have served multiple purposes, from mating displays to intimidating rivals.
The tail-skeleton later evolved into the club seen in other ankylosaurs, linking this species to later armor.
The fossils are now held and preserved at Dhar El Mahraz Faculty of Sciences in Fez, Morocco.
Nature published the study detailing the unusual anatomy of Spicomellus afer.
Scientists describe how this discovery reshapes traditional views of ankylosaur evolution.
Morocco’s paleontological data are highlighting a broader African dinosaur record.
The discovery adds to the diversity of armor strategies among early dinosaurs.
Researchers emphasize Moroccan fossils can reveal novel insights into dinosaur biology.

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The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 has high-quality football but few shocks, risking memory as a forgotten tournament.
Morocco and Senegal reach a final where both sides are coached by Africans, continuing a trend since 1965.
The final pits Morocco against Senegal, with Morocco hosting and Karim En-Nesyri among standout players.
The piece notes Africa’s growing diaspora influence, with many players born outside Africa.
The author cites a regulatory shift that allowed players to switch allegiance under certain conditions.
The final is framed as a test of whether drama can redeem the tournament amid looming World Cup narratives.
The article highlights Africa’s modern football infrastructure and the academy system feeding talent.
Morocco’s Hakimi and Bounou noted as standout performers in keeping Morocco competitive.
The piece notes the tournament’s content-production success for organisers, despite criticisms.
The final match-up is described as a test of North versus Sub-Saharan Africa strength.

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Senegal and host Morocco meet for the Africa Cup of Nations final at 7pm GMT in Rabat, with both teams aiming to lift the title.
Morocco reached the final after beating Mali in the semi and Cameroon in the quarter, while Senegal defeated Egypt in the semis to advance.
London’s Moroccan community in North Kensington is hopeful of a historic title for Atlas Lions in front of a global diaspora.
The Guardian notes ongoing Premier League tensions, including Unai Emery’s Villa and the City–United title chase as context for the day’s fixtures.
Manager Oliver Glasner publicly criticized Crystal Palace’s board amid transfer upheaval ahead of the season’s end.
Timely Premier League results include Manchester United’s derby win and Tottenham’s troubled home defeat adding to title race chatter.
The article provides minute-by-minute matchday coverage and invites reader engagement via live comments.
The Guardian’s live feed highlights the Afcon final’s significance despite a tournament seen as lacking shocks.
The final’s context includes pre-match analysis and qualifiers from both teams’ journeys to the climax.
The piece forecasts a potentially thrilling final amid high expectations for Atlas Lions’ success.

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