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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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AFCON 2025: John Obi Mikel calls on the Super Eagles to stay focused despite the bonus controversy.
As the quarterfinal against Algeria approaches, former Nigerian captain Mikel Obi urged players and staff to avoid any off-field distractions and to focus solely on the objective of winning the continental crown. The former captain of Nigeria, John Obi Mikel,… -
Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026: CAF reveals the draw date
The CAF has announced the date of the draw for the 2026 Africa Women Cup of Nations, scheduled for January 15 in Rabat, as a prelude to a historic 16-team edition hosted in Morocco. The Confederation of African Football (CAF)… -
The Super Eagles threaten to boycott the Algeria–Nigeria clash over unpaid bonuses (media)
A few hours before their quarter-final against the Fennecs, Nigerian players and staff would have refused to travel to Marrakech, denouncing the non-payment of their bonuses since the start of the tournament. The Super Eagles are going through a turbulent… -
AFCON 2025 – Algeria vs Nigeria: Mahrez expects a very difficult match.
Before the highly anticipated showdown with Nigeria in the 2025 AFCON quarterfinal, the captain of the Algerian national team, Riyad Mahrez, warned that the Fennecs will have to deliver a performance of the very highest level to stand a chance… -
“What I don’t like about myself,” Messi’s confessions about his personal fragilities
In an interview given to Luzu TV, Lionel Messi revealed his tendency to isolate himself in difficult moments and explained how his son Mateo helps him regain balance. The captain of Argentina, Lionel Messi, opened up about a more intimate… -
CAN 2025: Olivier Verdon’s regrets and unfulfilled ambitions
Olivier Verdon also reacted to Benin’s early elimination from the CAN 2025, ousted in the round of 16 after their defeat to Egypt (1-3). The Guépards’ defender highlighted an honorable but frustrating campaign, marked by decisive details and the unwavering… -
AFCON 2025: Top scorers’ ranking ahead of the quarterfinals
With four goals to his name before the quarterfinals, the Moroccan Brahim Díaz leads a dense pack of African stars and has established himself as the standout figure of this 2025 edition. Moroccan star Brahim Díaz currently leads the Africa… -
AFCON 2025: the quarterfinal matchups and schedule
Following Tuesday’s round of 16 matches, the fixtures for the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco have officially been decided, with several high-stakes clashes on the schedule. The complete quarter-final schedule for the Africa Cup of Nations,… -
CAN 2025: Algeria ousts the DRC and advances to the quarterfinals
With a goal by Boulbina in extra time, Algeria defeated the DRC (1-0) this Tuesday in the Round of 16 at CAN 2025. A precious victory for the Fennecs that advance to the quarterfinals. Algeria clinched its quarterfinal berth after… -
Jodel Dossou: “Nobody knows what I’ve been through…”
Facing the press after the Cheetahs were eliminated in the round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Jodel Dossou reacted with lucidity to the criticisms. The Beninese striker spoke of a difficult personal period and reaffirmed his… -
AFCON 2025 – Nigeria: Victor Osimhen explains his falling-out with Ademola Lookman
He was heavily criticized after his altercation with Ademola Lookman against Mozambique, and Victor Osimhen spoke up to own his status, defend the team’s unity, and remind everyone of the standard that drives him in service of Nigeria. Very anticipated… -
AFCON 2025: Osimhen threatens to quit the Super Eagles and return to Galatasaray
Despite the massive win by the Super Eagles against Mozambique (4-0) in the round of 16, Victor Osimhen expressed his frustration after an altercation with Ademola Lookman, before the Nigerian Football Federation managed to calm the situation. The Super Eagles’… -
Fabio Capello: “Ronaldo Nazario, the best player I have ever coached.”
Former Real Madrid coach, Fabio Capello, paid a strong tribute to Ronaldo Nazário, whom he considers the greatest talent he has ever coached, despite a sometimes turbulent collaboration within the Madrid club. Fabio Capello, former England manager, delivered a striking… -
CAN 2025: Akor Adams leaves the Nigerian camp
The Nigeria striker Akor Adams, who scored against Mozambique in the Round of 16, was allowed to leave the training camp to join his hospitalized mother, casting doubt over his availability for the quarterfinals. The Super Eagles’ forward Akor Adams… -
Spanish Super Cup: Kylian Mbappé ruled out for the Madrid derby Real Madrid – Atlético
Suffering a left knee sprain, Kylian Mbappé will miss the showdown against Atletico Madrid next Thursday in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final, according to AS. “Following today’s examinations on our player Kylian Mbappé by Real Madrid’s medical services, a left… -
AFCON 2025: Osimhen in Chelle’s sights after internal tensions
The Nigerian coach, Éric Chelle, does not rule out disciplinary measures against Victor Osimhen, who was involved in an altercation with Ademola Lookman during the Super Eagles’ emphatic 4-0 win over Mozambique in the round of 16. The Super Eagles’… -
AFCON 2025: Ivory Coast, DR Congo, Algeria, the schedule for this Tuesday
The Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations comes to a close this Tuesday with two clashes on the schedule: Algeria – DR Congo and Ivory Coast – Burkina Faso. The Round of 16 of the 2025… -
CAN 2025: Lookman puts an end to the controversy after a tense exchange with Osimhen
With two assists and a goal against Mozambique (4-0), Ademola Lookman chose to focus on Nigeria’s comfortable round-of-16 victory, downplaying the incident with Victor Osimhen that occurred during the match. Ademola Lookman chose to play it down after the tense… -
CAN 2025: despite being eliminated by Egypt, Gernot Rohr sees a stronger Benin team.
Eliminated in the round of 16 after an extra-time defeat to Egypt (3-1), Benin leaves the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 with honors. At the end of the match, the Beninese coach and Jodel Dossou expressed pride in a combative… -
CAN 2025 – Round of 16: Benin loses to Egypt as expected
Egypt had to draw on its resources to see off Benin (3-1 after extra time) this Monday in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Round of 16. Tied for a long time, the Pharaohs ultimately made the difference thanks to… -
AFCON 2025: with Mo Salah and without Steve Mounié, Egypt’s official starting lineups – Benin
Benin kicks off against Egypt this Monday at 5:00 PM (GMT+1), as part of the AFCON 2025 Round of 16. The official lineups for both teams have been released. Note the absence of the Leopards’ captain, Steve Mounié, who is… -
Manchester United: Ruben Amorim sacked
Having been in the job for fourteen months, Manchester United’s manager, Ruben Amorim, was sacked by the Red Devils the day after the draw with Leeds, amid tensions with the club’s leadership and results deemed insufficient in the Premier League.… -
“We have our say”, Gernot Rohr ahead of Egypt – Benin
Gernot Rohr spoke about Benin’s chances to qualify for the quarterfinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. And the Leopards coach believes his players are capable of taming the Egyptian ogre. As they head into one of the most… -
CAN 2025: Mozambique galvanized by a big bonus ahead of the clash with Nigeria.
On the eve of their Round of 16 clash with Nigeria, the Mozambican national team advances buoyed by the confidence of its president, who has promised an exceptional bonus in case of an upset. Mozambique coach Chiquinho Conde said that… -
AFCON 2025: Egypt, Benin, Nigeria, the schedule for this Monday
The Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues this Monday with two big clashes on the schedule: Egypt – Benin, Nigeria – Mozambique. The Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations delivered its… -
Morocco 2025: with several absences, Benin takes on Egypt this Monday.
Deprived of Abdoul Rachid Moumini and already hampered by several absences, Benin enters the AFCON Round of 16 as an underdog against Egypt. Level-headed but ambitious, Gernot Rohr embraces the challenge and bets on the solidarity and team spirit of… -
AFCON 2025 – Cameroon: a victory, but defensive frailties to address before facing Morocco
Le Cameroun s’est qualifié pour les quarts de finale de la Coupe d’Afrique des Nations 2025 en dominant l’Afrique du Sud (2-1), ce 4 janvier à Rabat. Une victoire précieuse, construite sur le réalisme et la solidarité, mais qui laisse… -
AFCON 2025 – Round of 16: Cameroon eliminates South Africa (2-1)
Le Cameroun s’est qualifié pour les quarts de finale de la Coupe d’Afrique des Nations 2025 en battant l’Afrique du Sud 2-1, ce 4 janvier 2026, au stade Al Medina de Rabat. Menés contre le cours du jeu, les Lions… -
AFCON – Round of 16: ten men against eleven, Mali eliminates Tunisia on penalties
Mali clinched their qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals following a tense and bruising affair with Tunisia. Reduced to ten men from the first half, Mali held their own against their opponent before winning on penalties (3-2), after… -
AFCON – Round of 16: Senegal wobbles, gets back on its feet, and finally tames Sudan (3-1)
The scenario wasn’t obvious at kick-off. Surprised from the early minutes, Senegal had to show character and composure to overturn a bold Sudan and eventually prevail 3-1 in the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16. Against all odds, it…
