AFRICA-SPORT
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Guinea’s squad for the March 2026 FIFA matchday to face Togo and Benin
À moins de deux semaines de ses matchs amicaux face au Togo et au Bénin, le sélectionneur national de la Guinée, Paulo Duarte, a dévoilé une liste de 25 joueurs. Serhou Guirassy, Ilaix Moriba ou encore Yakhouba Gnagna Barry figurent… -
Congo-Brazzaville: federation president sentenced to life in prison.
Convicted of embezzlement and money laundering, Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, president of the Congolese Football Federation, was sentenced on Tuesday to life imprisonment by the Congolese judiciary. The Congolese judiciary delivered a strong blow in a case that has shaken national… -
Morocco: Fabrizio Romano denies an agreement between Andrés Iniesta and the federation
After Walid Regragui’s departure, rumors were circulating about the arrival of Andrés Iniesta as Morocco’s technical director, but transfer expert Fabrizio Romano says no deal has been signed yet. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has taken steps to clarify the rumors… -
2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations: Nigerian forward Omorinsola Babajide slams CAF’s decision to postpone.
The Nigerian striker Omorinsola Babajide strongly criticized the decision by the Confederation of African Football to postpone the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations to Morocco. The Super Falcons’ top scorer called the situation “shameful” as the teams were already… -
World Cup 2026: FIFA confirms Nigeria’s exclusion from the intercontinental playoff
By validating the final list of teams taking part in the playoff tournament, FIFA has definitively ended the hopes of the Super Eagles of Nigeria to participate in the FIFA World Cup 2026, in favor of DR Congo. FIFA has… -
Friendly: Nigeria beat Cameroon 3-1 in Yaoundé
Beaten in the first half, the Nigerian women’s team reacted with authority by dominating Cameroon (3-1) in Yaoundé to level the two-leg friendly series. The Nigerian women’s team reacted perfectly by dominating Cameroon (3-1), Tuesday evening at the Yaoundé Military… -
February 2026 FIFA window: the Amazones squad to face Ivory Coast and Kenya.
On the occasion of the February 2026 FIFA window, Benin’s Amazones are set to play two prestigious friendly matches in Abidjan against Ivory Coast and Kenya. The list of players called up for these fixtures has been released. The Benin… -
Nigeria: secure housing, a car with a driver, an equipped office, the 19 conditions laid out by Eric Chelle to remain at the helm of the Super Eagles
Weakened by his failure at Marseille and locked in a contract stalemate with the Nigerian Football Federation, Éric Chelle now has a lot at stake at the helm of the Super Eagles. Éric Chelle is traversing a turbulent period at… -
World Cup 2026: FIFA sets February 16 as the verdict on Nigeria’s appeal against DR Congo
FIFA will issue its decision on February 16 regarding Nigeria’s claim concerning the eligibility of several Congolese players, a ruling that could be crucial for the Super Eagles’ hopes in the race to the 2026 World Cup. The soap opera… -
FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026 (Qualifiers): the Amazons crush Egypt and advance to the final round
With a hat-trick from Romaine Gandonou, Benin comfortably disposed of Egypt (4-0) this Friday in Lomé as part of the return leg of the third qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The Amazones will face DR Congo… -
U20 Women’s World Cup 2026 (Qualifiers): when a swarm of bees delays the Benin – Egypt match
Scheduled to start at 3 p.m. (GMT), the Benin – Egypt match counting toward the return leg of the third qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup was delayed by an hour due to… bees that invaded… -
CAF wants to expand the Africa Cup of Nations to 28 teams.
The Confederation of African Football plans to expand the Africa Cup of Nations to 28 teams and to confirm a four-year cycle to strengthen the tournament’s competitiveness and global reach. The Africa Cup of Nations could soon take on a… -
The CAF announces a tightening of its rules following the incidents during the Senegal–Morocco match.
Following the incidents that occurred during the CAN 2025 final, the CAF announces a tightening of its regulations to prevent any further outbursts and to strengthen its disciplinary arsenal. The CAN 2025 final, held in Morocco, did not just crown… -
AFCON 2027: CAF remains on course despite rumors of postponement.
Meeting this Friday in Dar es-Salaam, the CAF confirmed that AFCON 2027 would go ahead despite rumors of a postponement, while also announcing a major reform of the calendar starting in 2028. The idea of a postponement proved short-lived. While… -
AFCON 2027 and Women’s AFCON 2026: CAF faces decisive choices
Gathered in Dar es-Salaam, the executive committee of the Confederation of African Football must decide the fate of two major competitions, between a possible postponement and a change of host country. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is about to… -
CAF – Champions League: the schedule for the 6th matchday
Between calculations, decisive duels and total suspense in several groups, qualification for the CAF Champions League quarterfinals is at stake this weekend on the African pitches. The CAF Champions League group stage delivers its verdict this weekend. On the occasion… -
Nigeria: the NFF secures Eric Chelle’s future
Despite the attention sparked by the Super Eagles’ run at AFCON 2025, the Nigerian Football Federation says that their coach, Eric Chelle, who is still under contract for another year, will not be leaving his post. The Nigerian Football Federation… -
CAF Champions League: Trézeguet leads, the battle for the Golden Boot reignited
On the eve of the final day of the group stage, Egyptian Mahmoud Hassan ‘Trézéguet’ tops the CAF Champions League’s top scorers standings, under direct threat from his pursuers. On the eve of the sixth and final day of the… -
“He wants to win everything,” Eric Chelle extols Victor Osimhen
The Nigeria coach, Eric Chelle, praised the impeccable mentality of his forward Victor Osimhen, the first to arrive at training and promoted to vice-captain of the Super Eagles. The Super Eagles coach, Éric Chelle, did not stint in praise for… -
AFCON 2025: “Victor Osimhen played through the tournament while injured,” reveals Éric Chelle
Limited by a hamstring injury, Victor Osimhen nevertheless shone in Morocco, to the point of earning a place in the tournament’s Team of the Tournament, despite delicate fitness management, according to Nigeria coach Eric Chelle. The Super Eagles coach, Eric… -
Yaya Touré vs Didier Drogba: Wilfried Bony has made his choice
Asked about the best teammate of his career, the former Ivory Coast striker Wilfried Bony named Yaya Touré, praising the intelligence and power of the former Manchester City midfielder. Wilfried Bony has spoken. Asked about the best teammate of his… -
World Cup 2026: Alex Iwobi keeps Nigeria’s qualification hopes alive.
The Super Eagles’ playmaker, Alex Iwobi, admitted that they were waiting to see whether the team would still participate in the 2026 World Cup. Uncertainty hangs over the path of the Super Eagles. The Nigerian playmaker, Alex Iwobi, opened up… -
2026 U-20 Women’s World Cup (Qualifiers): Benin tames Egypt in Cairo
The Young Amazons of Benin clinched a precious victory (1-0) in Egypt and take a solid lead ahead of the return leg of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Mission accomplished for Benin’s Young Amazons. This Friday, February 6,… -
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FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Benin vs Egypt, DR Congo vs Ivory Coast — schedule for the 3rd round
From February 6 to 14, 2026, the African U20 women’s teams will face off in the third round of FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying, with several promising fixtures and qualifying spots at stake. The race to qualify for the… -
Gabon: 605 candidates vying to become the new national team coach
The head coach position for Gabon’s Panthers attracted 605 applicants, reflecting the growing international interest in the national team. The Gabonese Football Federation (FEGAFOOT) recorded unprecedented enthusiasm following its call for bids for the national team head coach position. No… -
U20 Women’s World Cup 2026: ahead of the clash with Egypt, the Amazons take on Wydad in a friendly.
In the midst of preparing for the third round of the 2026 FIFA Women’s U20 World Cup qualifiers, the Beninese U20 team sent a strong signal by easily defeating Wydad Casablanca in a friendly match. During a training camp in… -
CAF Champions League: AS FAR – JS Kabylie, Petro Luanda – Stade Malien, the schedule for this Saturday.
Discover the matches on the schedule this Saturday across Africa, for the fourth matchday of the group stages. The CAF Champions League is back this Saturday with a decisive fourth matchday for several of the continent’s heavyweights. Coming on the… -
Senegal: Pape Thiaw on track for a contract extension and a salary increase after the continental title.
Crowned Africa’s champions at the 2025 AFCON, head coach Pape Thiaw is set to have his contract extended and his salary increased, a decision embraced by Senegal’s sports authorities in light of the objectives achieved. Senegal is about to secure… -
Senegal’s Trophy Withdrawal Case: CAF Rejects Morocco’s Complaint
Brought by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), the continental body rejected the complaint seeking the removal of the trophy won by Senegal. The Senegalese team thus officially retains its title. According to the elements examined by the competent CAF…