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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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Copa del Rey: Real and Atlético make it to the Round of 16
After the Round of 32 matches played on Wednesday, twelve clubs, including Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid, have already secured their places in the Copa del Rey Round of 16. At least twelve clubs have already punched their ticket… -
AFCON 2025: ahead of DR Congo vs Benin, the Leopards devour Zambia
DR Congo played a test match against Zambia on Tuesday as part of preparations for AFCON 2025. And the Leopards won 2-0. Meanwhile, South Africa beat Ghana 1-0; Ghana is not qualified for the tournament. With just days until the… -
Nigeria: Ahmed Musa announces his international retirement
Iconic captain and 2013 African champion, Ahmed Musa has confirmed the end of his time with the Nigerian national team after fifteen years and 111 caps for the Super Eagles. Ahmed Musa has officially ended his international career. The announcement… -
Copa del Rey: Barça and four other clubs already through to the round of 16
After the opening round of round-of-32 matches played on Tuesday, FC Barcelona, Deportivo, Elche, Real Sociedad and Valencia secured their place in the next round of the Copa del Rey. Five teams have already sealed their qualification for the round… -
2026 World Cup qualifiers: DRC denounces Nigeria’s approach
After the Leopards’ win over the Super Eagles in the playoffs, the DRC strongly denounced the petition filed by the Nigerian federation, accusing Nigeria of trying to qualify by off-field means. Tensions have risen between the Democratic Republic of the… -
Friendly: Nigeria loses to Egypt ahead of AFCON 2025
In a preparatory match played in Cairo, Nigeria’s Super Eagles were beaten by the Pharaohs (2-1), an instructive rehearsal before their departure for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria suffered a narrow defeat to Egypt (2-1) on Tuesday evening… -
FIFA The Best 2025: Ousmane Dembélé crowned Player of the Year, full list of winners
After an outstanding season with Paris Saint-Germain, punctuated by major trophies and 35 goals in all competitions, Ousmane Dembélé was fittingly crowned the Best FIFA Men’s Player at The Best Awards. Discover the full list of winners following the ceremony.… -
FIFA The Best 2025: Dembélé widely favored by captains around the world
Crowned FIFA Best Player, Ousmane Dembélé received numerous votes from iconic captains such as Messi, Modrić and Kane, confirming his status on the world stage. The captains of several national teams revealed their votes as part of The Best –… -
AFCON 2025 – DR Congo: Sébastien Desabre warns his players ahead of the clash with Benin
DRC’s coach spoke about the Leopards’ chances at AFCON 2025. And Sébastien Desabre urged his players not to underestimate any team. Semi-finalists at the last edition, the DRC approaches AFCON 2025 with ambition but caution, determined to get through the… -
Friendly: South Africa beats Ghana and gains confidence ahead of AFCON 2025
Thanks to a goal from Sipho Mbule, South Africa’s Bafana Bafana dominated Ghana’s Black Galaxies (1-0) in Dobsonville, confirming an encouraging final test ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. South Africa recorded a narrow but valuable victory over… -
PSG – Mbappé case: Paris club heavily sanctioned
French justice on Tuesday ordered PSG to pay nearly €61 million to its former forward, Kylian Mbappé, after a long legal battle. The legal saga between Paris Saint-Germain and Kylian Mbappé reached a dramatic conclusion before the Labour Court. After… -
Transfer market: Thiago Silva favors a return to Europe
Free since leaving Fluminense, the 41-year-old Brazilian defender Thiago Silva wants to continue his career in Europe, ruling out options in the Middle East and Major League Soccer as the 2026 World Cup approaches. Free since leaving Fluminense, Thiago Silva… -
AFCON 2025: Nigeria takes on Egypt in a friendly in Cairo
A few days before the kick-off of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria’s Super Eagles face Egypt’s Pharaohs in Cairo in a warm-up match meant to fine-tune the final adjustments. Nigeria and Egypt meet this Tuesday evening at the… -
AFCON 2025: a supercomputer predicts the winner
On the eve of the kickoff of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, Opta’s supercomputer names the Atlas Lions as the main contenders for the title ahead of Egypt and Senegal. A few days before the kickoff of the… -
World Cup 2026: Ghana will take on Germany in a friendly
As part of preparations for the 2026 World Cup, Ghana will face Germany in a friendly in Stuttgart, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) announced. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed the organisation of a friendly between the Black Stars… -
AFCON 2025: Benin reassured after match against FUS de Rabat ahead of the tournament
In full preparation for AFCON 2025 in Morocco, Benin’s Cheetahs beat FUS de Rabat in a friendly played Sunday in Benslimane. With less than ten days until their start at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, the Cheetahs sent a… -
Benin – Ligue 1: Buffles keep the lead, ASPAC impresses, matchday 12 roundup
Buffles FC retain control of the championship following the 12th matchday of the Beninese Ligue 1, marked by ASPAC’s attacking display and a battle that remains just as tight at both the top and bottom of the table. The 12th… -
CAN 2025: Onazi sees Nigeria win a fourth title in Morocco
Despite a tricky context and a reshuffled squad, Ogenyi Onazi believes Nigeria has the resources needed to aim for a fourth continental title in Morocco. Former Nigerian international Ogenyi Onazi is decidedly optimistic about the Super Eagles’ chances at the… -
Boxing: Tyson Fury thinks Jake Paul can go the distance against Anthony Joshua
With just a few days until a highly publicized fight in Miami, Tyson Fury believes Jake Paul has what it takes to go the distance in his showdown with Anthony Joshua. Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury has weighed in… -
AFCON 2025: Samir Trabelsi bets on continuity to revive Tunisia
Sami Trabelsi unveiled a 28-player squad mixing returning leaders, defensive stability and targeted tweaks, with the ambition of bringing the Carthage Eagles back to the forefront at AFCON 2025. Tunisia revealed a 28-player list for AFCON 2025, which opens in… -
Manchester United shuts the door on Sergio Ramos’s return.
Once reportedly in the Red Devils’ sights, Sergio Ramos will not join Manchester United this winter,. Manchester United has put an end to speculation about a possible arrival of Sergio Ramos during the winter transfer window. For several days, rumors… -
AFCON 2025: Egypt’s squad, including Mohamed Salah
The Egypt national team coach has released the list of players called up for the final phase of AFCON 2025 in Morocco. And Hossam Hassan has called up a group of 28 Pharaohs, including Mohamed Salah. Despite his delicate situation… -
AFCON 2025 : Benin’s squad includes Mounié and Olaitan
Benin’s national coach has unveiled his squad for AFCON 2025. And Gernot Rohr has called up 28 Cheetahs, including Steve Mounié and Junior Olaitan. Much anticipated, Benin’s squad for the AFCON 2025 finals has been released. Coach Gernot Rohr has… -
Liverpool: “Not at the level for the Saudi Pro League” — Saudi Arabia cools Mo Salah
The owner of Al Kholood, Ben Harburg, dismissed the idea of a Mohamed Salah transfer to Saudi Arabia, saying the Egyptian star does not fit the demands and spirit of the Saudi Pro League. Al Kholood owner Ben Harburg has… -
Portugal: Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to Rui Patrício’s retirement
Cristiano Ronaldo paid a heartfelt tribute to Rui Patricio after the announcement of the sporting retirement of the legendary Portuguese goalkeeper. Al Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo welcomed the announcement of Rui Patricio’s retirement, paying tribute to the Portuguese goalkeeper’s exceptional… -
AFCON 2025: Nigeria’s squad with Victor Osimhen
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has named 28 players for AFCON 2025, a list marked by the absence of captain William Troost-Ekong but highlighted by the presence of his leaders Victor Osimhen and Wilfred Ndidi. Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has revealed… -
DR Congo: Sébastien Desabre sets course ahead of AFCON 2025
Semi-finalists at the last edition, the DRC approaches AFCON 2025 with ambition but caution, determined to get through the group stage before dreaming bigger. A few days before the kick-off of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, the Democratic… -
AFCON 2025: Morocco’s squad includes Achraf Hakimi
Morocco’s national team coach, Walid Regragui, published this Thursday the list of players selected for AFCON 2025. Achraf Hakimi is part of the squad. As host of AFCON 2025, Morocco unveiled this Thursday its list of players selected for the… -
AFCON 2025: “We’re with a new generation that has…”, Steve Mounié
In remarks relayed by Africafootunited, Steve Mounié spoke about Benin’s chances at AFCON 2025. And the Cheetahs’ captain said his teammates are very motivated and determined to go far in this tournament. Six years after their last appearance, Benin will… -
CAN 2025: Claude Le Roy names his favorites
Former Ghana and Togo head coach Claude Le Roy believes the Atlas Lions and the Super Eagles will go into the competition with a clear advantage over their rivals. Former Ghana head coach Claude Le Roy gave his predictions about…
