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The Confederation of African Football awards ceremony, held Monday evening in Rabat, largely went in favor of the host country. Achraf Hakimi and Ghizlane Chebbak were crowned players of the year, while Nigeria stood out on the women’s side with…

As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations approaches, scheduled for December in Morocco, former Ghana international Asamoah Gyan has revealed his favorites to succeed Ivory Coast. For him, three nations clearly stand out: Nigeria, Ivory Coast and the host country,…

Manchester City beat Villarreal 2-0 on Tuesday night in the Champions League, consolidating their European momentum. After the match, Pep Guardiola praised Nicolas Pépé’s performance, whom he still considers a “dangerous” player in the final third. At the end of…

At an official dinner at the White House, Donald Trump praised Cristiano Ronaldo and revealed that his son Barron was a fervent admirer of the Portuguese star. U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that his son, Barron Trump, was a fan…

Speaking to CAFonline, Gernot Rohr reflected on the crushing defeat suffered by the Cheetahs against Nigeria in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. And the Benin coach believes that the refereeing played a part in this heavy loss for his side.…

For Louis Saha, the former Manchester United striker, Cristiano Ronaldo outshines Lionel Messi, whom he considers less complete physically and tactically. Former French international Louis Saha has settled the debate that has split football fans for nearly two decades: between…

The FIFA ranking for November 2025 has been released. And Benin retained its 92nd place worldwide. The Cheetahs’ heavy defeat against Burkina Faso (0-3) last Tuesday had no impact on Benin’s position in the football nations table. Gernot Rohr’s men…

The November international break promises an air of prestige in Luanda. To mark the celebration of its Independence Day, Angola is set to host none other than world champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi. According to several consistent sources, the…

Achraf Hakimi was crowned African Player of the Year at the 2025 CAF Awards in Rabat, following an exceptional season that establishes him as one of the most influential defenders of his generation. Twenty-seven years after Mustapha Hadji’s triumph, Morocco…

This Wednesday, November 19, 2025, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Morocco hosts the prestigious CAF Awards 2025 ceremony, an unmissable event to celebrate the players (men and women), coaches and national teams who marked the year. The show starts at…

Five-time Grammy Award winner and an indispensable figure of African culture, Angélique Kidjo will host the 2025 CAF Awards in Rabat. Between her passion for the continent, love of football and childhood memories, the Beninese artist reflects on a role…

On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, Université Polytechnique Mohammed VI will host the prestigious CAF Awards 2025 ceremony, an unmissable event to celebrate the players (men and women), coaches and national teams that marked the year. Broadcast live worldwide, the evening…

Galatasaray gave an update on Victor Osimhen, who suffered a hamstring issue during the World Cup playoff against DR Congo. And the Turkish club revealed that the Nigerian striker is suffering from a moderate muscle strain. Galatasaray, reigning Super Lig…

The schedule for the U17 World Cup quarter-finals, currently taking place in Qatar, is now official. The announcement comes after the last Round of 16 matches played on Tuesday. Morocco and Austria secured their tickets to the next round by…

The African continent will have two representatives among the eight best teams at the U17 World Cup in Qatar. Burkina Faso and Morocco secured their qualification on Tuesday, after the final round of 16 matches, joining Brazil, Switzerland, Italy and…

Europe, Africa and Concacaf delivered their final verdicts on Tuesday night, bringing the number of qualified national teams to 42, while six spots are still up for grabs before the March play-offs. At least 42 nations are now guaranteed to…

Bolivia, the DRC, Iraq, Jamaica, New Caledonia and Suriname will compete next March in Mexico for the final spots for the 2026 World Cup. The six teams set to contest the intercontinental playoffs for the 2026 World Cup are now…

With notably a quadruple from Sadio Mané, Senegal thrashed Kenya this Tuesday in a friendly match. Traveling to Rabat in Morocco, the Cheetahs of Benin were beaten by the Stallions of Burkina Faso. Benin faced Burkina Faso this Tuesday in…

The Beninese Football Federation (FBF) received on Friday at Canal Olympia in Cotonou a brand-new bus, donated by operator 1XBet. A gesture presented as concrete support for the Cheetahs and the Amazons ahead of upcoming international commitments. The Beninese Football…

The Bayern Munich striker, Harry Kane, believes that only the conquest of trophies like the Champions League or the World Cup will allow him — as Erling Haaland did — to genuinely target the Ballon d’Or. The Bayern Munich striker,…

A priority visa scheme has been announced to simplify travel for fans expected in the United States for the 2026 World Cup. U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino unveiled a new measure called the “FIFA Pass”, intended…

Courted by several English giants, Bournemouth’s striker could see his release clause activated in January, reigniting a battle already fiercely contested over his future. In January, Antoine Semenyo could shake up the winter market. Several Premier League heavyweights are ready…

Benin face Burkina Faso this Tuesday evening in Rabat, Morocco. It’s a match as part of the November international break. The November FIFA window in the Africa zone ends this Tuesday with, among other fixtures, a meeting between Benin and…

At least 34 national teams have now secured their ticket to the 2026 World Cup. On Monday night, Germany and the Netherlands became the most recent teams to clinch qualification for next year’s World Cup. In Leipzig, the Mannschaft were…

In an interview with the daily AS, Karim Benzema reignited the hopes of Madrid fans by mentioning the possibility of a return to Real Madrid. Al-Ittihad forward Karim Benzema left open the possibility of a return to Real Madrid. He…

Eliminated by the RD Congo after a tense play-off, Nigeria saw the controversy grow following Eric Chelle’s remarks, before the coach backtracked on his statements to calm things down. “Throughout the whole session, a member of the Congolese staff was,…

CAF has chosen Angélique Kidjo and Oualass to embody the continent’s artistic soul at the CAF Awards 2025, a ceremony that will celebrate the best of African football on November 19 in Rabat. The Confederation of African Football has revealed…

Après l’échec en barrages face à la RD Congo, le président nigérian Bola Tinubu exhorte la sélection à se remobiliser pour retrouver son rang lors de la prochaine Coupe d’Afrique des Nations. Le président nigérian, Bola Tinubu, a salué les…

The 8th matchday of the Beninese Ligue 1 reshuffled the top of the table, with SOBEMAP moving into temporary first place while the Buffles, Coton and Loto-Popo remain locked in an intense battle. The 8th matchday of Ligue 1 delivered…

Former Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino explained why he had previously turned down the opportunity to join Real Madrid. The Brazilian had been approached by the Madrid club before ultimately choosing to sign with Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League. Looking…