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In top form in the Inter Miami shirt, Lionel Messi paid a moving tribute to Pep Guardiola, his former mentor at FC Barcelona. The Argentine praises the revolutionary influence of the Spanish coach, whom he regards as the most accomplished and innovative manager of his generation. Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi again praised Pep Guardiola, […]
FIFA has finally yielded to pressure from European clubs by postponing by one week the provision of African internationals for CAN 2025. A situation that is already disrupting the preparations of several national teams as the tournament approaches. The saga over the provision of players for CAN 2025 has finally reached its conclusion. Faced with […]
For Emmanuel Petit, FC Barcelona has neither the defensive solidity nor the collective resources needed to aim for the Champions League this season, especially since the club relies too much on its prodigy Lamine Yamal. Former France international Emmanuel Petit delivered a blunt assessment of FC Barcelona’s European ambitions, which he considers far too limited […]
The coach of Angola has unveiled the list of players selected for AFCON 2025 in Morocco. And Patrice Beaumelle has called up a 28-man Palancas Negras squad. Angola’s squad for the AFCON 2025 finals has been announced. Coach Patrice Beaumelle has indeed called up 28 Palancas Negras for the tournament, which will take place in […]
Tanzania coach Miguel Gamondi has named 53 players to begin preparations for AFCON 2025, with a strong presence from the domestic league and several key foreign-based players, ahead of a first showdown against Nigeria. Tanzania coach Miguel Gamondi published an extended preliminary list of 53 players for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, reports Daily […]
FC Barcelona sporting director Deco dismissed the possibility of a loan for Lionel Messi, saying the Inter Miami captain remains tied to his club and that such a scenario was never considered internally. FC Barcelona sporting director Deco cooled speculation about a possible return of Lionel Messi to Catalonia in the form of a short-term […]
The semifinals of the UFOA-B school tournament, a qualifier for CAN Scolaire 2026, concluded on Wednesday, with mixed fortunes for the Beninese teams. In the boys’ competition, the U15 Cheetahs delivered a solid performance to secure their place in the final. Facing Burkina Faso, they won by the narrowest of margins thanks to a strike […]
FIFA finally gave in to pressure from European clubs by postponing by one week the release of African internationals for the CAN 2025, disrupting the preparation of several national teams as the tournament approaches. The saga over the release of players for the CAN 2025 has finally reached its conclusion. Faced with persistent pressure from […]
A little over two weeks before the kickoff of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Benin’s head coach, Gernot Rohr, revealed the first list of players selected for the final tournament in Morocco. Head coach Gernot Rohr has selected a group of 30 players for the training camp in Morocco. A final test for the […]
Deprived of five starters, suspended for its opener against the DRC, Benin will have to field a deeply reshuffled squad to begin AFCON 2025 in Morocco. A situation that does not, however, worry coach Gernot Rohr. For its fifth participation in the Africa Cup of Nations, Benin will have to deal with a hemorrhage of […]
For Bradley Wright-Phillips, the Messi–Ronaldo duel was settled long ago: the Argentine brings a magic and influence to the game that the Portuguese doesn’t match. A clear stance that reignites an ever-hot debate as the two legends approach the end of their careers. The former Manchester City striker, Bradley Wright-Phillips, did not hesitate to weigh […]
Despite the reluctance of IFAB and national leagues, FIFA is pushing to include corners in the VAR protocol at the 2026 World Cup, a major change that could transform the refereeing of set pieces. FIFA is preparing to make a major shift in the use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) ahead of the 2026 […]
Stunning at the Camp Nou, Barça won 3-1 against an Atlético that had been in great form and now has a four-point lead, while awaiting Real Madrid’s response in Bilbao. Barça has pulled further ahead at the top of LaLiga. Thanks to their 3-1 win over Atlético de Madrid on Tuesday night at the Camp […]
FC St. Pauli provided an update on Andréas Hountondji, who was hurt in the thigh this weekend in the Bundesliga. And the German club said the Beninese international is suffering from a minor thigh muscle injury. A starter this weekend in the showdown against Bayern Munich, ultimately won by the Bavarians (3-1), Andréas Hountondji didn’t […]
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has unveiled a large provisional squad mixing established players and new faces, as the Super Eagles enter the final stretch ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria coach Eric Chelle announced on Tuesday his provisional squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations via the Super Eagles’ official X […]
Less than a month before CAN 2025, Cameroon finds itself plunged into a new storm with the dismissal of Marc Brys. La Fecafoot has handed the reins to David Pagou, while the Belgian coach vehemently contests his ousting. The storm continues to rock Cameroonian football. Less than a month before the kick-off of CAN 2025, […]
U.S. President Donald Trump will attend a ceremony on Friday at the Kennedy Center that is at the heart of preparations for the 2026 World Cup, amid a particularly tense political climate. The White House confirmed Monday that U.S. President Donald Trump will attend Friday’s draw for the 2026 World Cup, being held this week […]
At 18, the young prodigy of FC Barcelona hides neither his admiration for Lionel Messi nor his eagerness at the thought of facing the Argentine legend at the Finalissima 2026. While praising the immense career of the Inter Miami captain, Lamine Yamal says he wants to carve out his own path, far from any comparison. […]
Brazil’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti, reminded that only players in impeccable form will be picked for the 2026 World Cup, casting doubt over Neymar and Vinicius Jr.’s presence on his list. Brazil’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti, sent a clear message to his stars: Neymar and Vinicius Jr. won’t be guaranteed to play at the 2026 World Cup. […]
With less than three weeks to go before the kick-off of CAN 2025, FECAFOOT has ended Marc Brys’s mandate, immediately replacing him with David Pagou to lead the Indomitable Lions to Morocco. Cameroon is entering the final stretch before CAN 2025 in a rather turbulent atmosphere. With just over three weeks until the tournament’s kick-off, […]
The DR Congo coach has announced the list of players selected for the final phase of AFCON 2025. And Sébastien Desabre has called up 26 Leopards. The final DR Congo squad for AFCON 2025 has been released. Coach Sébastien Desabre selected a group of 26 Leopards for the final phase of the African tournament, which […]
South Africa’s national team coach, Hugo Broos, has unveiled his final squad for AFCON 2025 in Morocco. A mostly home-based core strengthened by a few foreign-based talents. With less than three weeks until the kick-off of AFCON 2025 in Morocco, South Africa was the first nation to reveal its squad. Coach Hugo Broos delivered a […]
Runner-up in the last edition in Ivory Coast, Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi believes the Super Eagles have the tools needed to go and lift the AFCON 2025 trophy in Morocco. With only a few weeks until the final phase of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Alex Iwobi shows unwavering confidence. The Super Eagles midfielder […]
FC Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal talks about his choice to represent La Roja, a decision driven by the demands of European football without denying his Moroccan roots. Lamine Yamal explained the reasons that led him to choose the Spanish national team rather than Morocco, despite his strong family ties to the Kingdom of Morocco. Born […]
FC Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal called the beautiful goal he scored against France at Euro 2024 the most important and symbolic goal of his career. FC Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal revealed the strike that remains, to this day, the most memorable of his young career. An early breakout under Xavi, the Spanish international continues a […]
Deprived of five starters, suspended for its opening match against the DRC, Benin will have to field a heavily reshuffled squad to start AFCON 2025 in Morocco. For its fifth participation in the Africa Cup of Nations, Benin had hoped to approach the competition in the best possible conditions. But with just weeks to go […]
Matchday 10 of Ligue 1 reshuffled the deck with SOBEMAP taking control, Coton FC’s slump and a series of tight matches that further tighten the top of the table. Matchday 10 delivered its share of confirmations and twists this weekend, with SOBEMAP a solid leader, Coton FC struggling and Loto-Popo held back by a postponement. […]
Courted by Nigeria and eligible for Morocco, forward Edna Imade, on loan from Bayern Munich, has chosen Spain, putting an end to all suspense. On loan this season from Bayern Munich, Edna Imade will no longer wear the colors of Nigeria or Morocco. The 25-year-old forward made her official debut for Spain on Friday, in […]
The only candidate for his succession, the president of the Cameroonian federation, Samuel Eto’o, was comfortably re-elected amid persistent institutional tensions. In office since 2021, the president of FECAFOOT, Samuel Eto’o, was re-elected for a second four-year term. Without a declared opponent, the former FC Barcelona striker was confirmed almost unanimously, winning 85 votes out […]
After long targeting Liverpool’s French defender Ibrahima Konaté, Real Madrid has withdrawn from negotiations, while the Reds continue talks to extend their player’s contract. Real Madrid has finally decided to abandon the pursuit of Ibrahima Konaté, according to Athletic Football. The Madrid club, long interested in Liverpool’s French defender, officially informed the Reds’ leaders that […]
