AFRIQUE-SPORT
The Africa – Sport category keeps you informed about the latest news, competitions, and performances of African athletes. Here you'll find articles and reports on a wide range of sports, from pan-African competitions to international events. Discover the latest updates about your favorite African athletes and teams, along with in-depth analyses and expert commentary on performances, strategies, and trends across sport on the African continent. Whether you're a fan of football, basketball, tennis, track and field, cycling, or any other discipline, our selection of articles will help you follow African sports news and stay up to date on the achievements and issues in the sporting world in Africa. Browse our Africa – Sport category and dive into the exciting world of African athletes' competitions and performances.
-
2026 World Cup qualifying: after Benin, Nigeria urges FIFA to rule on the South Africa case
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has called on FIFA to rule quickly on a possible three-point deduction that could hit South Africa, who are accused of fielding an ineligible player during 2026 World Cup qualifying. Bafana Bafana face punishment after playing… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Tunisia qualify for the finals
Tunisia booked their place at the 2026 World Cup finals after a 1-0 win over Equatorial Guinea on Monday. Like Morocco, Tunisia will also play in the 2026 World Cup finals. The Carthage Eagles clinched their ticket to the global… -
2026 World Cup qualifying: South Africa expects a tough match against Nigeria
South African winger Oswin Appollis expects a top-level clash against Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Tuesday, on Matchday 8 of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers (African zone). The showdown will be played at Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein. Still chasing their first… -
2026 World Cup qualifying: Guinea vs Algeria, Ghana vs Mali, Monday’s schedule
Check out Monday’s fixtures across Africa, part of matchday eight of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The 2026 World Cup qualifiers continue this Monday with the matchday eight fixtures. No fewer than ten games are on the schedule across African… -
2026 World Cup qualifying: Gernot Rohr calls on FIFA and CAF regarding South Africa
Gernot Rohr has publicly voiced his confusion at the silence from FIFA and CAF regarding a possible sanction against South Africa, which could shake up the Group C standings in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Benin’s head coach accuses Bafana… -
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: South Africa Crush Lesotho, Benin Edge Zimbabwe
South Africa defeated Lesotho 3-0 on Friday in the 7th round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, while Benin secured a 1-0 win over Zimbabwe. The Cheetahs of Benin earned a crucial victory in their bid for World Cup qualification,… -
Benin vs Zimbabwe: What Time and on Which Channels to Watch the Match Live?
Benin will face Zimbabwe this Friday, September 5, 2025, in the 7th round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Where can you follow the match live? It’s a decisive clash this Friday between Benin and Zimbabwe. The two teams will… -
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Benin vs Zimbabwe, Lesotho vs South Africa — Friday’s Fixtures
The African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup are in full swing. After Thursday’s matches, the 7th round continues this Friday with a packed schedule: no fewer than 14 games are on the menu across the continent. The day will… -
UFOA-B U17 Cup: Benin Drawn with Nigeria and Burkina Faso
The draw for the group stage of the 2025 UFOA-B U17 tournament was held this Thursday in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast. Benin has landed in Group B, alongside Nigeria and Burkina Faso. The young Cheetahs now know their opponents for the… -
“We Cannot Afford to Make Mistakes,” Wilfred Ndidi Ahead of Nigeria vs Rwanda
Wilfred Ndidi has issued a clear warning to his teammates: the Super Eagles must give everything against Rwanda’s Amavubi to revive their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Nigeria, three-time African champions, have had a sluggish start in Group C. Held… -
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Thursday’s Fixtures
Ten matches are on the schedule this Thursday across Africa, as part of the 7th round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Here are the key clashes. The race to the 2026 World Cup continues this Thursday on the African… -
UFOA-B Women’s Champions League: Bayelsa Queens and ASEC Mimosas Reach the Final
Nigeria’s Bayelsa Queens will face Ivory Coast’s ASEC Mimosas in the final of the UFOA-B Women’s Champions League. Both teams secured their spots in the decisive clash after winning their semi-final matches on Tuesday. The Nigerians came from behind to… -
South Africa: String of Injuries Ahead of Clashes Against Lesotho and Nigeria
The South African national team will have to cope without two more key players ahead of their decisive 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Nigeria. Hanover center-back Ime Okon—whose father is Nigerian—and Orlando Pirates attacking midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi… -
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Egypt’s Squad List with Mohamed Salah
Egypt has announced its squad for the September training camp, as part of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Captain Mohamed Salah is included in the group. Egypt will play in the September qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The Pharaohs… -
2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Benin vs Zimbabwe, Nigeria vs Rwanda, Matchday 7 Schedule
The 2026 World Cup qualifiers in the Africa zone kick off next week with the Matchday 7 fixtures. Check out the slate. There are 26 matches on the schedule next week for Matchday 7 of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.… -
Nigeria: Eric Chelle unveils his roster for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has named his final 23-man squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. Despite picking up an injury on Monday with Chippa United, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is included in the squad. Several… -
World Cup 2026 qualifying: South Africa squad to face Nigeria
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has announced his final 23-man squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria. The Belgian coach had named 48 players in a preliminary list released last week. He has since halved… -
World Cup 2026 (Qualifiers): Togo’s squad list includes several returnees
Togo’s squad for the September camp is out. Several key players are back in the team. The Togo national team returns to the pitch this September. The Sparrowhawks face Mauritania and Sudan on September 5 and 9. Two matches that… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Benin squad to face Zimbabwe and Lesotho
The head coach of the Benin Cheetahs, Gernot Rohr, released on Thursday, August 28, 2025, his list of players called up for the games against Zimbabwe and Lesotho next September, counting for Matchdays 7 and 8 of the 2026 World… -
Champions League: Pafos, Bodø/Glimt and Kairat Almaty join the group stage
Three clubs booked their places in the Champions League group stage after Tuesday night’s playoffs. Pafos, Bodø/Glimt and Kairat Almaty will continue their European adventure. Cypriot club Pafos snatched a 1-1 draw against Red Star Belgrade, enough to qualify thanks… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Gernot Rohr’s squad list release date revealed
Benin Cheetahs head coach Gernot Rohr will announce, on August 28, his list of players called up for the 7th and 8th matchdays of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Like other African countries, Benin will return to action in September.… -
CHAN 2025: Madagascar will face Morocco in the final
The African Nations Championship (CHAN) final is now set. On Tuesday, Madagascar and Morocco booked their places in the competition’s last act. In Dar es Salaam, the Malagasy got the better of Sudan (1-0 a.e.t.) thanks to a decisive strike… -
CHAN 2025: Madagascar knocks out Sudan and advances to the final
Madagascar secured its ticket to the CHAN 2025 final after its win over Sudan (1-0). A deserved victory for the Barea, who finished the match with 10 men. For the first time in its history, Madagascar will contest the final… -
2026 World Cup qualifying: Victor Ikpeba believes in the resurgence of Nigeria’s Super Eagles
Former Nigeria international Victor Ikpeba expressed confidence in the Super Eagles’ chances of reigniting their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Having struggled since the start of 2026 World Cup qualifying, Nigeria must turn things around during the September international break… -
CHAN 2025 – Semifinals: Tuesday’s schedule
Check out Tuesday’s matchups for the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2025) semifinals, taking place in East Africa. After the quarterfinals, it’s time for the African Nations Championship semifinals, being held in East Africa. Four nations are vying for the two… -
CAN 2025 (W): Nigeria devours Botswana and moves on to the quarterfinals
With a goal from Chiwendu Ihezuo in the second half, Nigeria overcame Botswana (1-0) on Thursday evening, in the group stage of the Women’s AFCON 2025. A valuable victory that propels the Super Falcons into the quarterfinals of the tournament.… -
FIFA Ranking – July 2025: Morocco leads, Benin falls back
The FIFA ranking for July 2025 was unveiled this Thursday by the global body. On the African scale, Morocco leads the pack, followed by Senegal and Egypt. Benin, on the other hand, dropped one spot and now ranks 96th. FIFA… -
CAN 2025 (W): Zambia topples Senegal, Morocco rallies
Zambia defeated Senegal (3-2) on Wednesday evening in the second round of group stages of the 2025 Women’s African Cup of Nations. Host of the tournament, Morocco rallied after a victory against the Democratic Republic of Congo. The group stages… -
FC St. Pauli: Beninese international Andréas Hountondji loaned out by Burnley
The Beninese international player Andréas Hountondji will be playing in the Bundesliga next season. He has been loaned out by Burnley to FC St. Pauli, a club recently promoted to the German elite, where he hopes to establish himself as… -
CAN 2025 (W): Nigeria takes out Tunisia, Senegal slaughters DRC
The heavy favorite for the title, Senegal easily defeated DRC (4-0) in their opening match of the 2025 Women’s CAN. Nigeria also started strong, with a win against Tunisia (3-0). The Nigeria Super Falcons kicked off their journey in the…