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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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Nigeria – Venezuela: a friendly match scheduled for November in the United States
As part of preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria will play a friendly against Venezuela next November in the United States, local media announced. Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face Venezuela in a friendly on November 14 in… -
Rafa Benítez: “Salah is more complete than Cristiano Ronaldo”
Invited to speak on the YouTube channel Shoot for Love, the former coach of Real Madrid and Liverpool, Rafa Benitez, settled the Salah vs CR7 debate: “Ronaldo may be the best finisher, but Salah is more complete.” The former coach… -
Bundesliga: Christian Eriksen bounces back at Wolfsburg
Wolfsburg officially announced on Wednesday the arrival of Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen, who has signed for two seasons with the German club. Free since leaving Manchester United, Christian Eriksen has found a new club. The Danish midfielder has joined Wolfsburg… -
England: former Premier League referee David Coote charged over a child-pornographic video
The former Premier League referee David Coote is due to appear this Thursday at Nottingham Crown Court, accused of producing a child pornographic video, David Coote, a former Premier League referee, is at the center of a serious legal scandal.… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Cristiano Ronaldo ties Carlos Ruiz’s goal‑scoring record
Scorer against Hungary (3-2) on Tuesday, Cristiano Ronaldo equaled the 39-goal record of Guatemalan Carlos Ruiz in World Cup qualifying. Cristiano Ronaldo continues to make history. On Tuesday night, Portugal’s captain scored his 39th goal in World Cup qualifying, thereby… -
2026 World Cup (Q): “We’ve already beaten Nigeria,” Gernot Rohr believes in Benin’s dream
Benin’s coach, Gernot Rohr, expresses his optimism with two matchdays remaining in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The Cheetahs currently sit in 2nd place in Group C with 14 points, just three points behind South Africa, the group leader. A… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Gernot Rohr again calls on FIFA over the South Africa case
Benin’s coach, Gernot Rohr, again called on FIFA to quickly rule on the eligibility case concerning South African Teboho Mokoena, who was used despite a suspension during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The Bafana Bafana midfielder had played in the… -
«I wasn’t involved», Mbappé addresses the sexual assault case in Sweden
Kylian Mbappé has finally broken his silence about the “rape and sexual assault” case in Sweden, which briefly stirred the international press. In an interview with the newspaper L’Equipe, the Real Madrid forward wanted to clarify things and denounce the… -
“I know these tricks,” Asamoah Gyan accuses Osimhen of faking an injury
Absent on Tuesday from the 1-1 draw between Nigeria and South Africa in a 2026 World Cup qualifier due to injury, Victor Osimhen allegedly faked this ailment to avoid playing, according to former Ghanaian striker Asamoah Gyan. The former Black… -
2026 World Cup qualifiers: Benin routs Lesotho, Rwanda beats Zimbabwe
Including goals from Steve Mounié and Andreas Hountondji, Benin thrashed Lesotho (4-0) this Tuesday in 2026 World Cup qualifying. The win brings the Cheetahs back to within three points of group leaders South Africa. For their part, Rwanda beat Zimbabwe… -
2026 World Cup qualifying: Without Osimhen, Nigeria stymied by South Africa
Nigeria and South Africa played out a 1-1 draw on Tuesday, on Matchday 8 of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The result further diminishes the Super Eagles’ chances of qualification. Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup are slipping… -
Benin – Lesotho: what time and on which channels to watch the match live?
Benin faces Lesotho on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 as part of matchday 8 of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Where can you watch the match live? Decisive match this Tuesday between Benin and Lesotho. The two teams face off tonight… -
2026 World Cup (Qualifiers): Benin vs Lesotho, South Africa vs Nigeria, Tuesday’s schedule
Several matches are on the schedule this Tuesday across Africa, counting toward matchday eight of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Check out today’s fixtures. Matchday eight of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers wraps up this Tuesday with several games across… -
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… -
Nicolas Jackson: “No regrets about leaving Chelsea”
Speaking to Tuttosport, Nicolas Jackson looked back on his departure from Chelsea this summer. The Senegalese striker was loaned to Bayern Munich for one season. Loaned by Chelsea to Bayern Munich this summer, Nicolas Jackson spoke for the first time… -
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… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Mbappé refuses to back Lamine Yamal
In the running for the prestigious individual award, Kylian Mbappé also weighed in on the 2025 Ballon d’Or, with the winner to be announced in a few weeks. And the Real Madrid forward sidestepped the idea of Lamine Yamal winning… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Lesotho, Togo, Congo… the countries already eliminated
With three matchdays left in the qualifiers, several nations are already out of the running for the 2026 World Cup final tournament, with Togo, Congo, and Lesotho not taking part. Qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, currently taking place across… -
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… -
La Liga: Barça considers sending Marcus Rashford back to Manchester United after just two months
Two months after joining Barça, Marcus Rashford could already be heading back to Manchester United. The English striker has struggled to convince, and his performances are raising concerns in Catalonia. Barely arrived, Marcus Rashford may already be packing his bags.… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Nigeria defeats Rwanda and puts pressure on Benin
With a second-half goal from Tolu Arokodare, Nigeria edged past Rwanda (1-0) on Friday in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. A precious victory for the Super Eagles, who are now just one point behind Benin. Nigeria kept its World Cup… -
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Morocco Becomes First African Nation to Qualify
Morocco on Friday became the first African country to book its ticket to the 2026 World Cup. The Atlas Lions secured qualification by thrashing Niger 5-0 in the 7th round of qualifiers. Reduced to ten men in the 26th minute… -
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Mauritania 2-0 Togo, Morocco 5-0 Niger, All Friday’s Results
The 7th round of African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup continued on Friday, with several matches played across the continent. South Africa shone by comfortably beating Lesotho 3-0, with goals from Maloisane Nkota, Lyle Foster, and Oswin Appollis. This… -
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Messi Equals Cristiano Ronaldo’s Record
With a brace on Friday against Venezuela (3-0), Argentina captain Lionel Messi has matched Cristiano Ronaldo in the all-time scoring charts for World Cup qualifiers. The Inter Miami star struck in the 39th and 80th minutes before Lautaro Martínez sealed… -
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: Starting Lineups for Both Teams
Benin faces Zimbabwe this Friday at 5:00 p.m. (GMT+1) in the 7th round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The starting elevens for both teams have been announced. Benin’s official lineup: Zimbabwe’s lineup: -
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: 16 Countries Already Qualified for the Finals
The list of teams qualified for the 2026 World Cup continues to grow. On Thursday, after the penultimate matchday of the South American qualifiers, Uruguay, Colombia, and Paraguay secured their tickets for the tournament. Uruguay and Colombia both won 3-0,…