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Results, analysis, interviews, and major sports events in Benin and around the world. This section covers all the latest sports news, from local fields to international arenas.
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Athletics: Coe maintains exclusion of Russian athletes despite CAS appeal
World Athletics does not plan to lift the exclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes immediately, as the Russian federation has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. -
Lamine Yamal: “Mbappé and I are the two best in the world”
The young prodigy of FC Barcelona, Lamine Yamal, believes that he forms the leading duo in world football with Kylian Mbappé. However, the Spaniard mainly considers that his performances from last season justify him being awarded the Ballon d’Or ahead… -
Karate: Ihsane Adjanonhoun crowned African champion, Kpadonou takes silver
Benin secured the junior gold in +76 kg with Ihsane Adjanonhoun at the African Karate Championships in Algiers. Martial Kpadonou added a silver medal in the senior category. -
CAF Cup: Durban City beats Rukinzo 2-1 and advances 3-1 on aggregate
Durban City secured a 2-1 victory on Sunday in Bujumbura against Rukinzo. Having already won 1-0 in the first leg, the South African club advances to the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. -
CAF Cup: Sfaxien overturns Shooting Stars 2-0 to qualify
After losing 1-0 in the first leg in Nigeria, CS Sfaxien reversed the trend on Sunday in Tunisia, dominating Shooting Stars 2-0. The Tunisian club advances to the second preliminary round with a 2-1 aggregate score. -
Women’s Basketball World Cup: USA overturn France 97-79
Breanna Stewart recorded 22 points and 10 rebounds in a final where the French team led by 14 points before the American comeback. France takes home silver in its first world final. -
La Liga: Atlético beats Real Sociedad 3-0 with three late goals
After being held at bay for much of the match in San Sebastián, the Madrid club made the difference in the final minutes thanks to Grimaldo, Jonathan David, and Giuliano Simeone. -
CAF Champions League: Horoya overturns JS Saoura 3-1 to qualify
After losing 1-0 in the first leg in Algeria, the Guineans turned the tie around on Sunday in Conakry, securing their place with a 3-2 aggregate score over the two legs. -
MLS: Rodolfo Aloko provides assist in Charlotte’s 3-3 draw at Cincinnati
Substituted in before halftime, Beninese winger Rodolfo Aloko assisted Idan Toklomati for the 3-2 goal before Cincinnati equalized in stoppage time. -
La Liga: Mbappé scores twice as Real Madrid thrashes Rayo 4-1
Kylian Mbappé scored twice in Real Madrid's 4-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano on Saturday at the Bernabéu, where the Madrid side secured their fourth consecutive win. -
CAF Champions League: ASEC defeats ASCK 2-1 to advance 3-2 on aggregate
ASEC Mimosas secured their spot in the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League by defeating ASCK 2-1 on Sunday, resulting in a 3-2 aggregate score. -
Ligue 1: Ferran Torres scores his 6th goal as PSG finally wins
Paris Saint-Germain claimed their first Ligue 1 victory of the season on Sunday, winning 1-0 against Brest. Ferran Torres scored in the 5th minute, marking his sixth goal in five appearances for Paris. -
Serie A: Four goals in 12 minutes as Sassuolo defeats Juventus 3-2
Vasilije Adzic scored in stoppage time to secure a 3-2 victory, handing Juventus their first defeat of the season in Serie A. -
CAF Champions League: Pyramids beats Gor Mahia 5-1, 7-1 on aggregate
Pyramids FC secured their spot in the second preliminary round with a 5-1 victory in Cairo after winning 2-0 in the first leg. -
CAF Champions League: Simba crushes Mighty Wanderers 6-1, 7-1 on aggregate
Simba SC swept aside Mighty Wanderers 6-1 on Sunday in Dar es Salaam, qualifying for the final qualifying round of the CAF Champions League with an aggregate score of 7-1. -
La Liga: 3 straight braces for Lamine Yamal as Barça stay perfect
Lamine Yamal scored twice again in FC Barcelona's 4-2 victory over Levante. Barça has achieved five wins in five La Liga matches. -
CAF Champions League: San Pedro eliminates Rivers United after 2-2 draw in Uyo
FC San Pedro secured their qualification for the next round of the CAF Champions League after a 2-2 draw in Nigeria, advancing on away goals. -
Senegal: Édouard Mendy retires after 59 caps and a AFCON title
At 34 years old, Édouard Mendy ends his international career with Senegal after eight years, 59 caps, and the Lions of Teranga's first AFCON title. -
Premier League: Brighton thrashes Coventry 5-0, who remain goalless for four matches
Five different scorers propelled Brighton to a comprehensive victory at Coventry, where the newly promoted side remains at the bottom of the Premier League after four defeats and no goals scored. -
Bundesliga: Mönchengladbach parts ways with Eugen Polanski after three defeats
Borussia Mönchengladbach has dismissed Eugen Polanski after three defeats in three Bundesliga matches. Jan-Moritz Lichte will temporarily take charge. -
Mbappé reacts to the Ballon d’Or won by Dembélé
Kylian Mbappé reflected on Ousmane Dembélé’s victory at the 2025 Ballon d’Or. The Real Madrid forward claims to feel no jealousy towards his former PSG teammate, whose journey has been very different from his own. Long regarded as one of… -
Romania innovates with a black card against parents and spectators
The Romanian Football Federation has introduced a new disciplinary measure to combat abusive behavior in the stands during youth matches. A black card can now lead to the permanent cessation of a match. Romanian youth football takes a new step… -
Kylian Mbappé: “I don’t think I am selfish.”
Regularly criticized for his supposed individualism, Kylian Mbappé has provided his own definition of selfishness in football. The Real Madrid forward believes that his strong desire to score does not prevent him from thinking about the team. Kylian Mbappé clearly… -
Kylian Mbappé pays tribute to Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
In an interview with France Football, Kylian Mbappé spoke about his longevity and the legacy of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The captain of the French team regards the two legends as benchmarks that have profoundly impacted the history of… -
CAF – LDC Preliminary Round: SOBEMAP FC eliminated in the first round
The continental dream of SOBEMAP FC comes to an end in the first preliminary round of the CAF Champions League. The champion of Benin was eliminated by Nigeria’s Rangers following a penalty shootout (4-5) on Friday night at the Kégué… -
Real Madrid: Jude Bellingham set to extend contract until 2032
Real Madrid continues its extensive extension campaign. After Vinicius Jr and with the new contracts for Thibaut Courtois and Arda Güler nearly finalized, the Merengue club is now focusing on Jude Bellingham. Real Madrid is already preparing for the future… -
Galatasaray: Alvaro Morata sees Victor Osimhen in the world top 3
Former teammate of Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray, Álvaro Morata has nothing but praise for the Nigerian striker. The Spaniard believes that the forward of the Istanbul club is among the three best center-forwards in the world. Álvaro Morata has fond… -
CAF Cup: ASPAC secures victory over The Panthers FC (3-1) in the first leg of the first round
ASPAC has successfully launched its African campaign. The Beninese club defeated The Panthers FC (3-1) on Thursday in Douala during the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup 2026-2027, taking a significant advantage ahead of the return leg. ASPAC can… -
Philippe Coutinho will reunite with Neymar in Santos.
Philippe Coutinho is set to return to Brazil. The 34-year-old attacking midfielder has reached an agreement to join Santos until the end of the season and is expected to reunite with his compatriot Neymar. Philippe Coutinho will continue his career… -
Brazil: Carlo Ancelotti reveals his first squad list post-World Cup
Eliminated in the Round of 16 of the World Cup by Norway, Brazil begins a new chapter under the guidance of Carlo Ancelotti. The Italian coach has unveiled a first squad that is significantly younger, featuring several new faces alongside…
