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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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2025 U-17 Women’s World Cup: four nations already qualified for the quarterfinals
Italy, Brazil, the Netherlands and North Korea secured their spots in the U-17 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday after a day marked by convincing wins and nail‑biting suspense. The first berths for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, currently… -
Women’s AFCON 2026 (Q): Benin Football Federation reacts to the Amazons’ elimination
The Benin Football Federation reacted to the Amazones’ campaign in the qualifying phase for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. And the FBF praised the performance of the Beninese players despite their elimination. The Benin Football Federation (FBF) congratulated… -
2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations: the twelve African nations that have qualified are now known
The twelve African nations qualified for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco are now known, after a final qualifying round filled with suspense and confirmations. The curtain has fallen on the qualifiers for the 2026 Women’s Africa… -
2026 Women’s AFCON (Q): seeking a comeback, Benin held to a draw by Nigeria and eliminated
Valiant but not enough, Benin’s Amazons held Nigeria’s Super Falcons to a 1-1 draw in Abeokuta on Tuesday in the return leg of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Defeated 2-0 in the first leg, the Beninese saw… -
“He’s the GOAT”, Lionel Messi’s comment that won’t please Cristiano Ronaldo
Asked about the greatest player in football history, Lionel Messi named Diego Maradona without hesitation. The Inter Miami forward also praised other global sports legends, from Michael Jordan to Rafael Nadal, including Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Inter Miami forward… -
Junior Olaitan apologizes after a controversial shirt swap with Osimhen
Criticized by Göztepe supporters after swapping his shirt with Victor Osimhen at the end of the match against Galatasaray, Junior Olaitan has apologized. The Beninese midfielder says it was simply a friendly gesture toward his Nigerian compatriot. Göztepe’s Beninese attacking… -
Liga: Vinicius Junior is reportedly considering leaving Real Madrid
Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior is reportedly seriously considering leaving the Merengue club after another episode of tension that occurred on Sunday during the 2-1 victory over FC Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabéu. Substituted late in the match by Xabi… -
FIFPRO World 11 (2025): Mbappé, Haaland and Messi among the 26 nominees
FIFPRO unveiled the list of 26 players shortlisted for the 2025 men’s World 11, featuring established stars like Messi and Ronaldo and young prodigies such as Mbappé, Bellingham and Yamal. FIFPRO revealed on Monday the list of 26 preselected players… -
Women’s AFCON 2026 (Q): Nigeria expects a tough match against Benin
Despite their first-leg advantage, Nigeria coach Justine Madugu is urging the Super Falcons to be cautious ahead of the decisive second leg against Benin. Despite the advantage gained in the first leg, Justine Madugu, coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, is… -
La Liga: Vinicius Jr savors Real Madrid’s victory over Barça
After a commanding Clasico performance, Vinicius Jr praised Real Madrid’s win over Barça while thanking the fans for their support at the Santiago Bernabéu. Real Madrid won the Clasico this Sunday at the Santiago Bernabéu, coming out on top 2-1… -
AFCON 2025 : Nigeria to face Egypt in a friendly
With less than a month to go before the kick-off of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria’s Super Eagles are fine-tuning their preparations. According to the media outlet Daily Post, the Nigerian side will face Egypt in a high-profile… -
Women’s AFCON 2026 (Q): the Amazons on a “remontada” mission in Nigeria
The Benin women’s national team arrived in Nigeria on Sunday, determined to take on a huge challenge: overturn the Super Falcons in the second-leg tie of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, to be held in Morocco. They… -
Clasico: De Jong slams Carvajal after end-of-match brawl
The Clasico between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona (2-1), on Sunday at the Santiago Bernabéu, did not only provide spectacle on the pitch. After the final whistle, a heated altercation broke out between players from both sides, with Lamine Yamal… -
Benin – Ligue 1: SOBEMAP and Buffles lead, ASVO still in a slump, matchday 5 roundup
The fifth matchday of the Beninese Ligue 1 ended this Sunday, October 26, marked by several draws and the confirmation of the leading duo SOBEMAP – Buffles, who continue to set the pace at the top of the table. SOBEMAP… -
Women’s AFCON 2026 (Q): Super Falcons ready to take on Benin
On the eve of the first leg of the qualifiers for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie appeared confident. The Super Falcons want to make a strong statement against Benin’s Amazons this Friday in Lomé.… -
Champions League: the standings after matchday 3
Paris Saint-Germain took sole command of the Champions League standings after a spectacular 7-2 victory over Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday evening at the Parc des Princes. The reigning European champions thus continue their perfect start to the season, claiming a… -
Mondial U17 2025: l’Ouganda s’offre la France et file en seizièmes de finale
L’Ouganda a décroché son billet pour les seizièmes de finale de la Coupe du monde U17 2025 après sa victoire face à la France (1-0) ce mardi. L’Ouganda disputera également le second tour de la Coupe du monde U17 2025… -
UFOA B U20 Cup 2025 (W): Benin loses again to Ghana
Benin suffered a third consecutive defeat after their 0-2 loss to Ghana on Monday, in the group stage of the UFOA B U20 Women’s Cup 2025. Benin’s U20 Amazons are still not finding their footing in this second edition of… -
Benin – Ligue 1 (Matchday 7): SOBEMAP solid leader, Loto-Popo and ASPAC in the mix
The 7th matchday of Benin’s Ligue 1, played over the weekend of 8 and 9 November 2025, once again lived up to expectations, with closely contested fixtures and a top of the table that remains tightly packed. SOBEMAP FC, the… -
AFCON 2025: blow for the Cheetahs, Cédric Hountondji ruled out
Touched during the league at the end of October and operated on in early November, Cédric Hountondji will miss AFCON 2025 in Morocco. Another blow for the Beninese defender, already absent from the 2019 edition, and a significant loss for… -
FIFA international break November 2025: Gernot Rohr unveils an expanded squad with new faces
Ahead of the November international break, Benin’s coach, Gernot Rohr, has called up an extended squad of 30 players. A list made up of the usual veterans and promising new faces. Benin is entering the final phase of its preparations… -
Bruges 3-3 Barça: Hansi Flick sticks to his style despite criticism
Despite another spectacular draw in Bruges (3-3), Hansi Flick refuses to renounce his attacking football and defends a philosophy he considers essential to Barça’s identity. Barça coach Hansi Flick insisted on defending his offensive approach after the spectacular 3-3 draw… -
“A man capable of changing the world,” Cristiano Ronaldo hails Donald Trump.
Cristiano Ronaldo praised Donald Trump’s leadership, applauding his ability to “change the world” during a televised interview. Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo had nothing but praise for U.S. president Donald Trump, whom he described as a man “capable of changing the… -
PL: Cristiano Ronaldo sees Manchester United out of the title race
Cristiano Ronaldo believes Arsenal has what it takes to win the Premier League title, while judging Manchester United already out of the running. The Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, gave his view on the battle for the Premier League title,… -
AFCON 2025: CAF unveils the tournament’s official schedule
The CAF unveiled the full schedule for CAN 2025 this Tuesday. The African tournament will take place in Morocco, from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026. We now know the official schedule for CAN 2025. The tournament’s full program… -
2026 World Cup playoffs: Gernot Rohr predicts the winner of the Nigeria – Gabon clash
Gernot Rohr firmly believes in Nigeria’s chances, which he sees dominating Gabon in the 2026 World Cup playoffs thanks to the quality and cohesion of its squad. Benin’s coach, Gernot Rohr, gave his prediction ahead of the Africa zone playoffs… -
Tuttosport: Désiré Doué wins the 2025 Golden Boy
PSG’s young attacking midfielder, Désiré Doué, has been named Golden Boy 2025 by Tuttosport. A fitting recognition for someone who is already establishing himself as one of the leading faces of European football. The verdict came in Turin: Désiré Doué… -
Champions League: “we’re not afraid”, Manuel Neuer calm ahead of the PSG – Bayern showdown
Bayern Munich’s goalkeeper spoke about the clash with PSG this Tuesday in the Champions League. And Manuel Neuer sounded confident ahead of this duel of titans tonight at the Parc des Princes. Hours before the highly anticipated clash between Paris… -
Benin: the U20 Amazons fine-tune their preparations ahead of the Coupe UFOA B
In full preparation for the Coupe UFOA B U20 Dames 2025, the Beninese squad will play a friendly against AS JFA this Tuesday in Missérété. A few days before the kick-off of the Coupe UFOA B U20 Dames, the junior… -
CAF Confederation Cup: Coton FC knocked out
Beaten 3-0 by San Pedro at Kégué Stadium this Saturday, Coton FC sees its run end in the second preliminary round of the Confederation Cup. Despite a promising draw in the first leg, the Benin runner-up club didn’t manage to…
