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Women’s market: Ivorian Habibou Ouédraogo joins OM
Olympique de Marseille officially announced on August 11 the arrival of the Ivorian international forward Habibou Ouédraogo, coming from ASEC Mimosas. At 24 years old, she joins the women’s team led by Nicolas Chabot to experience the French championship. Born… -
Market: Dodo Dokou returns to Egypt
After a complicated experience in Portugal, Dodo Dokou is set to return to the Egyptian Premier League. The Beninese international has officially signed with Arab Contractors FC, where he will try to relaunch his career. Dodo Dokou is changing scenery… -
Patrick Vieira appointed as the coach of Senegal.
After Senegal’s elimination in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup and the departure of Pape Thiaw, the Senegalese Football Federation has chosen Patrick Vieira to open a new chapter. The 1998 world champion is taking charge of… -
CAN Women’s 2026: seven selections already eliminated, one last spot remains to be allocated
The group stage of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations is coming to an end, and the first verdicts have been announced. Seven teams have already exited the competition, while the last ticket to the quarter-finals will be contested… -
CAN Women 2026: against Nigeria, Egypt wants to exit the competition with dignity.
Already eliminated after two defeats in the group stage, Egypt wants to end its Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 on a positive note. Before facing Nigeria, the reigning African champion, captain Mahira Ali called on her teammates to play… -
Official: Hervé Renard appointed coach of the Ivory Coast Elephants
Eleven years after leading Ivory Coast to the continental title, Hervé Renard is back on the Elephants’ bench. The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) officially announced on Tuesday the appointment of the French coach as head coach of the national A… -
Feminine CAN 2026: Cameroon, Morocco, and Algeria qualify for the quarter-finals
The group phase of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations has delivered its first verdicts. Cameroon, Morocco, and Algeria are the first teams to secure their places in the quarter-finals of the competition. The quarter-final bracket for the 2026… -
Ivory Coast: Renard, Deschamps, and Touré to succeed Emerse Faé
Despite the historical run achieved by Côte d’Ivoire at the 2026 World Cup, Emerse Faé has not been retained as head coach of the Elephants. The Ivorian Football Federation is now working to find a successor before the start of… -
Ivory Coast: the Ivorian Football Federation ends Emerse Faé’s adventure at the helm of the Elephants.
After more than two years at the helm of the Ivorian national team, Emerse Faé will not continue his mission. The Ivorian Football Federation officially announced, this Friday, the end of his contract, praising the work accomplished by the French… -
Tunisia: Moein Chaâbani appointed coach of the Carthage Eagles
The Tunisian Football Federation has found a successor for Hervé Renard. After several weeks of uncertainty, Moein Chaâbani is leaving RS Berkane to take the reins of the national team, with the agreement of the Moroccan club. Tunisia has finally… -
UFOA-B U20 Tournament 2027: The Cheetahs draw Côte d’Ivoire and Niger, complete draw released
The draw for the UFOA B U20 tournament 2027, qualifying for the U20 Africa Cup of Nations, placed Benin in Group A alongside the host country, Ivory Coast, and Niger. The competition will take place from July 26 to August… -
Senegal: Sadio Mané retires from international football
After more than a decade serving the Senegalese national team, Sadio Mané has announced the end of his international career. At 34 years old, the forward leaves behind an immense legacy, notably marked by the title at CAN 2021. A… -
Women’s U17 World Cup 2026 (Q): Idah Azonsou believes in the Amazons’ upset against Nigeria
Despite the narrow defeat (3-2) in the first leg, the head coach of the U17 Amazons, Idah Azonsou, remains convinced that Benin can turn the tables on Nigeria in the return match. A victory would allow the Beninese team to… -
CAN 2028, 2032 and 2036: CAF officially launches the call for applications
The African Football Confederation has officially launched the call for applications to host the Africa Cups of Nations in 2028, 2032, and 2036. The 54 member federations are now invited to submit their bids as part of a process overseen… -
Women’s U17 World Cup 2026 (Q): the Amazons lose to Nigeria but keep hope alive
Beaten 3-2 by the Flamingos in Ikenne during the first leg of the third round of qualifiers, the U17 Amazons from Benin delivered a courageous performance. Thanks to their ability to respond to Nigerian attacks, they still have a chance… -
CAN U17 2026: Tanzania heads to the quarter-finals, Senegal bounces back
The second day of the group stage of the U17 AFCON 2026 reshuffled the cards this Sunday. While Tanzania secured its spot in the knockout stage with a resounding victory over Angola, Senegal found renewed hope by dominating Ghana. Algeria,… -
CAN U17 2026: the favorites are already on track.
The 16th edition of the Africa U-17 Cup of Nations officially kicked off on Wednesday in Morocco, with a first day marked by contrasting results. While the host nation was held to a draw in their opener, Ivory Coast and… -
World Athletics refuses Favour Ofili’s change of nationality.
Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili will not be able to represent Turkey: World Athletics has rejected her request, citing adherence to the rules governing transfers of sporting allegiance. World Athletics has rejected Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili’s request for a change of… -
CAN 2025: the Rabat Court of Appeal confirms the detention of Senegalese supporters
The Rabat Court of Appeal has upheld the sanctions imposed on several fans involved in the riots during the AFCON 2025 final between Morocco and Senegal. The legal saga is over. The Rabat Court of Appeal has confirmed the convictions… -
AFCON 2027: Uganda waives visas to attract supporters and tourists
As the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 approaches, Uganda is betting on openness by announcing visa-free entry for foreign visitors, with the aim of attracting supporters and tourists in large numbers. It’s a strong signal to the continent. In view… -
CAN Scolaire 2026: Benin eliminates Morocco and takes bronze
Victorious over Morocco (1-0) in the placement match, Benin clinches third place at the African School Football Championship and earns its first medal in the competition. This time, Benin does not leave empty-handed. After two editions finishing just off the… -
AFCON 2025: “I’m not proud of it,” Hakimi revisits Morocco’s towel theft.
At the heart of the criticism following the incidents that occurred during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Achraf Hakimi apologized, acknowledging a tarnished image despite Morocco’s strong run. The captain of the Atlas Lions, Achraf Hakimi, revisited the controversies… -
School CAN 2026: Benin fails again in the semi-final.
Benin’s U15 school team, held by Uganda, saw their dream of reaching the final blown away in a penalty shootout at the African Championship of School Football. Benin’s team once again falls short of the final. Facing Uganda in the… -
Official: Aliou Cissé is no longer the head coach of Libya
After a contrasting year at the helm of the Libyan national team, Aliou Cissé announced his resignation. Between insufficient results and internal difficulties, the Senegalese coach ends an experience that he nevertheless describes as “enriching”. Aliou Cissé’s stint as head… -
April 2026 FIFA window: the Amazones squad for matches against Tunisia and the Comoros.
Balancing the integration of young talents with the presence of experienced players, Benin approaches its April FIFA international window with ambition, aiming to prepare for the upcoming fixtures. With the April women’s international window, Benin’s national team is getting back… -
CAFS U15: Benin clinches its place in the semi-finals
Held by Tanzania at the end of a dramatic match, the School Leopards secure their place in the final four thanks to an equalizer in the dying seconds. Stellar feat for Benin’s young talents. The Benin U15 school team has… -
FIFA rankings March 2026 – Africa Zone: Morocco holding steady, Senegal slips, Benin gains two places
Between uneven performances and AFCON 2025-related decisions, the latest FIFA ranking shakes things up in Africa: Morocco confirms its status, while Senegal loses ground. The release of FIFA’s new rankings on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, confirmed the first trends observed… -
Benin – Ligue 1: Ayéma strikes hard, Coton FC still the leader, recap of matchday 22.
Marked by an attacking display from Ayéma and several tight matches at the top, the 22nd matchday of the Benin Ligue 1 tightens the title race once again, with Coton FC narrowly holding the lead ahead of Buffles and SOBEMAP.… -
CAN 2027: Lesotho and South Sudan qualify, total suspense over the last remaining spots.
Lesotho and South Sudan secured their qualification after the preliminary round of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, while several fixtures remain undecided ahead of the final return legs. The first round of the qualifiers has delivered its verdict.… -
“Senegal beat us in regulation time and deserved their victory,” Hakimi refuses the 2025 AFCON trophy.
Morocco’s full-back, Achraf Hakimi, spoke out after the decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), publicly stating his refusal to be crowned Africa Cup of Nations champion. The controversy surrounding the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final continues to…