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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 […]

In Bolivia, the clash between Real Oruro and Blooming escalated into an all-out brawl after the final whistle, leading to a police intervention and the opening of a disciplinary investigation. The evening was supposed to decide a qualifier for the Copa Bolivia semi-finals. It ultimately turned into one of the darkest episodes in recent Bolivian […]

Tehran announced that none of its representatives will travel to Washington on December 5, denouncing an American “political” decision after several visas were denied to the Iranian delegation. Iran announced on Friday that it would boycott the World Cup draw scheduled next week in Washington, after the United States refused to grant visas to several […]

At 38, Lionel Messi continues to bend the MLS to his will and is carrying Inter Miami toward an end of the season that could crown one of the last great chapters of his career. Propelled by an exceptional Lionel Messi, Inter Miami has never looked so close to an MLS crown. At 38, the […]

Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca confirmed that young English attacking midfielder Cole Palmer is fit to start on Sunday for the London derby against Arsenal, after more than two months out. Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca said Cole Palmer is fit to start the match against Arsenal on Sunday. Absent for more than two months, the England […]

At 40, Cristiano Ronaldo is still expanding his empire by becoming one of the major investors in the Spanish MMA organization WOW FC, confirming his ambition to carry as much weight in business as on the field. While he keeps delivering top-level performances at 40, Cristiano Ronaldo is extending his influence even further off the […]

Former Liverpool midfielder Didi Hamann believes Arne Slot must drop Mohamed Salah to the bench if he wants to save his job after the heavy defeat to PSV (1-4) in the Champions League midweek. Former Liverpool midfielder Didi Hamann has called on coach Arne Slot to remove Mohamed Salah from his starting XI. According to […]

Despite a bad run and the heavy defeat in the Champions League, the Reds’ board has reaffirmed its support for Arne Slot, who is set to remain in his post to try to revive Liverpool. Liverpool has ruled out any idea of parting ways with manager Arne Slot before the end of the season. The […]

The Court of Arbitration for Sport dismissed FEGUIFOOT’s appeal, definitively confirming Tanzania’s presence at AFCON 2025 despite the jersey number irregularity denounced by Guinea. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) dismissed the Guinean Football Federation (FEGUIFOOT), which was contesting Tanzania’s qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The appeal concerned an irregularity related […]

A few weeks before the kick-off of AFCON 2025, former Senegal coach Aliou Cissé believes that Nigeria’s Super Eagles are among the most serious contenders for the title, alongside Senegal, Morocco, Algeria and Egypt. Senegalese coach Aliou Cissé named Nigeria’s Super Eagles among the main contenders for the title at the 2025 Africa Cup of […]

Dazzled by the Portuguese midfielder’s hat-trick in PSG’s victory over Tottenham, the Spurs’ coach, Thomas Franck, believes that Vitinha is today the best midfielder in the world and the main candidate to succeed the Ballon d’Or. Tottenham manager Thomas Frank heaped praise on Vitinha after the Spurs’ spectacular 5-3 defeat at Paris Saint-Germain in the […]

The Confederation of African Football has approved the increase in the number of players selected for AFCON 2025, giving teams greater flexibility to manage the physical demands and uncertainties of a month-long tournament. The Confederation of African Football officially announced on Thursday the expansion of squads for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Each […]

Buoyed by a sensational four-goal display against Olympiacos, Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé now pulls well ahead of Victor Osimhen and widens the gap at the top of the standings. Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has taken sole possession of the Champions League top scorers’ chart after a masterclass against Olympiacos. The Frenchman, who scored […]

Heavily beaten by PSV and stuck in a bad run, Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he is not worried about his job despite a sporting situation that has become critical. Liverpool manager Arne Slot tried to be reassuring despite the storm. The day after the heavy defeat to PSV Eindhoven (4-1) in the Champions League, […]

CAF has confirmed the presence of two Beninese referees at AFCON 2025, a new recognition of the national refereeing corps’s growing expertise. The Confederation of African Football revealed the list of officials selected for the next Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026 in Morocco. Among the 73 referees […]

After Chelsea’s Champions League win, Enzo Maresca singled out two young prodigies he thinks are destined to follow in the footsteps of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The Italian coach, however, is calling for patience, noting that both players are only 18 years old. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has identified two young prodigies he believes […]

The Confederation of African Football has published the full list of officials selected for AFCON 2025, which will be held in Morocco. One woman appears in the group: the young Ugandan Shamirah Nabadda. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the official list of referees and video assistant referees selected for the Africa Cup […]

Facing the prospect of a heavy sanction after being sent off against Ireland, Cristiano Ronaldo was ultimately cleared by FIFA. The Portuguese captain, 40, will therefore be able to play without hindrance in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, his first red card in 226 caps having weighed in the decision. Cristiano Ronaldo […]

Real Madrid is reportedly considering making a move for Victor Osimhen, impressive in Galatasaray colours. The arrival of the Nigerian striker would allow Kylian Mbappé to return to his natural position on the left flank, while Galatasaray could demand a significant profit. Real Madrid is reportedly thinking of submitting an offer close to €100 million […]

FIFA has revealed the composition of the four pots for the 2026 World Cup draw. The host countries and the top nations in the FIFA rankings appear among the seeded teams, while the play-off teams will be placed in Pot 4. A strategic allocation ahead of the draw on December 5. FIFA unveiled the composition […]