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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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Ghana: more than 600 candidates in the running to become the new national team coach.
After Otto Addo’s departure, the Ghana Football Association is awash with applications and is set to make a quick decision to relaunch the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Ghana Football Association has seen a massive influx… -
Argentina: Scaloni sees Lionel Messi reach 1,000 career goals
After Argentina’s display of strength against Zambia (5-0) in a friendly on Tuesday, Lionel Scaloni expressed optimism about Lionel Messi’s ability to reach the symbolic 1,000-goal milestone, praising his captain’s longevity and unwavering motivation. Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni expressed… -
“His injury won’t jeopardize his World Cup participation,” Martinez provides an update on Cristiano Ronaldo.
Absent during the international break, Cristiano Ronaldo is recovering well from his injury according to Roberto Martínez, who dismisses any concern about his participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Portugal’s coach, Roberto Martínez, has given reassuring news about his… -
«More talent than Messi and Ronaldo», Zico extols Neymar
While paying tribute to Neymar’s exceptional talent, Brazilian legend Zico believes that Neymar has not managed to reach the level of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, notably pointing to a lack of consistency and recurring injuries. Brazilian legend Zico recently… -
Al Nassr: Ronaldo “tries to convince Casemiro” not to join Messi at Inter Miami
Seeking to strengthen his squad, Cristiano Ronaldo is trying to convince Casemiro to join Saudi Arabia, while the Brazilian is being courted by Inter Miami to play alongside Lionel Messi. Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo is working behind the scenes to… -
Friendly: Jordan draw with Nigeria, Japan upends England at Wembley
Stymied by Jordan despite a half-time lead, Nigeria had a frustrating evening, while Japan achieved a historic feat by beating England on Wembley’s pitch. The Nigerians were held by Jordan (2-2), Tuesday evening in Antalya, Turkey, at the end of… -
World Cup 2026: 48 teams known; now it’s time for the groups.
After the decisive play-offs, the six final nations have secured their qualification, completing the lineup for the 2026 World Cup. The list of the 48 qualified nations for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is now complete. This outcome follows the… -
World Cup 2026: “I’ve had enough,” Gattuso reacts to Italy’s elimination.
Beaten by Bosnia and Herzegovina in the playoffs, Italy will not go to the 2026 World Cup. A crushing setback that leaves Gennaro Gattuso and his players deeply affected. Italy’s head coach, Gennaro Gattuso, delivered a reaction tinged with bitterness… -
DRC back in the World Cup, 52 years later: a feat hailed by FIFA and CAF
Beating Jamaica in the playoff, the DRC clinches its qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a historic return to the global stage more than half a century after 1974. A return to the world’s biggest competition, hailed by… -
Napoli takes a tougher stance against Lukaku after his absence from training.
The SSC Napoli is considering sanctions, even legal action, against Romelu Lukaku, who was absent at the resumption. A new episode that heightens tensions between the Belgian forward and the Italian club. The Napoli forward Romelu Lukaku is facing disciplinary… -
“CR7 is better than Messi”, Fashion Sakala ahead of Zambia – Argentine
À la veille du choc amical face à l’Argentine, le capitaine zambien Fashion Sakala a livré son verdict sur l’éternelle rivalité entre Lionel Messi et Cristiano Ronaldo, affichant une préférence assumée pour la star portugaise. Le capitaine de la Zambie,… -
Real Madrid: 10 players on the way out
Under pressure to deliver results, Florentino Pérez is preparing a sweeping overhaul of the Madrid squad, with several senior players set to depart and strong decisions expected during the summer transfer window. On the eve of a summer that is… -
Germany: Julian Nagelsmann highlights the flaws despite the win over Ghana
Malgré le succès arraché contre le Ghana, Julian Nagelsmann a regretté le manque de maîtrise de son équipe, trop précipitée et exposée aux contres, à quelques mois de la Coupe du monde 2026. Le sélectionneur de l’Allemagne, Julian Nagelsmann, a… -
Coupe du monde 2026: Ancelotti fixe la recette du Brésil pour le sacre mondial
À la veille d’un match amical face à la Croatie, Carlo Ancelotti a insisté sur la nécessité pour le Brésil d’allier talent et solidité défensive afin de viser un nouveau titre lors de la Coupe du monde 2026. Le sélectionneur… -
Mondial 2026: six billets encore en jeu avant le verdict des barrages
As the outcome approaches, the European and intercontinental playoffs will deliver their verdicts this Tuesday, with several historic nations and outsiders vying for the final spots for the 2026 World Cup. There are six spots left to claim for the… -
Brazil: Mourinho reprimands Ancelotti after Neymar’s absence
The Portuguese coach José Mourinho did not mince his words regarding Carlo Ancelotti’s decision to exclude Neymar from the Brazilian squad, denouncing a “disrespectful” decision toward the Brazilian star. The Benfica manager, José Mourinho, strongly criticized Brazil’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti,… -
Friendly: Kenya rolls over Grenada.
Solides et efficaces, les Harambee Stars du Kenya se sont largement imposés (3-0) contre la Grenade en match amical ce lundi, affichant de belles promesses à un an de la CAN 2027. Le Kenya a dominé Grenade (3-0), ce lundi,… -
‘My job is still under threat,’ Otto Addo ahead of Ghana – Germany
Left reeling after Ghana’s heavy defeat to Austria, Otto Addo faces criticism but refuses to bow to pressure. The Black Stars coach already looks ahead to the expected bounce-back against Germany. The Black Stars coach, Otto Addo, acknowledged that his… -
UCL: “If anyone can beat them, it’s us,” Mbappé ahead of Real – Bayern
As the Champions League quarterfinal between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich approaches, Kylian Mbappé exudes confidence. After scoring a goal for France against Brazil, the Madrid striker confirms his monster season and warns: despite the Bavarians’ exceptional form, Real is… -
World Cup 2026: “We have Cristiano Ronaldo”, Cancelo sees Portugal winning the trophy.
Carried by Cristiano Ronaldo’s undiminished aura and a talented generation, Portugal is laying out its ambitions for 2026, even though their build-up is still getting underway. The FC Barcelona defender, João Cancelo, didn’t hesitate to lay out Portugal’s ambitions a… -
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.… -
Brazil: ‘Bring Neymar back,’ Rio Ferdinand begs Carlo Ancelotti.
Shocked by Neymar’s absence, Rio Ferdinand calls on Carlo Ancelotti to bring back Brazil’s star ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Former Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand urged Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti to recall Neymar ahead of the FIFA… -
Vinicius or Lamine Yamal: Romario has made his choice
Captivated by Lamine Yamal’s breakout, Romário put Lamine Yamal ahead of Vinícius Júnior, reigniting the debate between the two brightest stars in world football. The debate is already raging. The former Brazilian legend Romário has weighed in on two of… -
Argentina 2-1 Mauritania: Scaloni reprimands his players despite the victory
Despite the win over Mauritania (2-1), Lionel Scaloni didn’t mince his words, pointing to a disappointing Argentina performance, far from its usual standards. Despite the victory, the tone was far from triumphant. Argentina’s head coach Lionel Scaloni didn’t hide his… -
Barça: Raphinha out for several weeks
Injured while with the Brazil national team, Raphinha will be out for several weeks, leaving Barça bereft of a key asset ahead of decisive La Liga and UEFA Champions League fixtures. The blow is a tough one for FC Barcelona.… -
Friendly: Benin avoids the Liberian trap, Togo and Guinea are neck-and-neck.
Benin beat Liberia 1-0 this Friday in Turkey, as part of the March 2026 FIFA window. At the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Morocco, Togo and Guinea finished with a 2-2 draw. The March 2026 FIFA window continued this Friday with… -
FIFA Day March 2026: Nigeria foils Iran’s ‘ballistic missiles’.
Led by Moses Simon and Akor Adams, Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Iran (2-1) this Friday in Turkey (2-1) and are kicking off their international friendly tournament perfectly. Nigeria dominated Iran (2-1) this Friday afternoon in Antalya, Turkey, as part of… -
Batistuta: “Maradona died like a dog, I hope it doesn’t happen to Messi.”
Deeply affected by the passing of the Argentine legend Diego Maradona, Gabriel Batistuta lamented the abandonment that “El Pibe de Oro” would have suffered in his final years and warned of the dangers that loom over stars, citing Lionel Messi… -
Diego Maradona or Lionel Messi: Gabriel Batistuta has weighed in.
Questioned by Rio Ferdinand, the former Argentine striker Gabriel Batistuta highlighted Maradona’s charisma and influence to justify his choice in the eternal comparison with Messi. The former Argentine great Gabriel Batistuta weighed in on the eternal debate between Lionel Messi…
