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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Victor Osimhen was honored Wednesday evening at the GQ Türkiye Men of the Year Awards 2025. The Galatasaray forward, who produced an exceptional season capped by a domestic double and a flood of goals, becomes the first Nigerian to win…

Thanks to his goal at the Bernabéu, Erling Haaland has drawn level with Victor Osimhen in the top scorer standings, but remains far behind an irresistible Kylian Mbappé in the Champions League. Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has joined Victor…

PSG, Manchester City and Atalanta have joined Arsenal and Bayern Munich among the first clubs guaranteed to play in the round of 16 or the play-offs of the new European format. At least five clubs have already secured their ticket…

Pep Guardiola revealed that he warmly congratulated the Madrid forward, Rodrygo, whom he called “incredible”, after Manchester City’s Champions League victory. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola revealed the exchange he had with Rodrygo after the Citizens’ 2-1 win at the…

Uganda’s national coach, Paul Put, criticized a decision that disrupts teams’ preparations a week before the start of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, after FIFA pushed back the release date for African internationals to December 15. Uganda’s coach, Paul…

Benin will have to do without Felipe Santos and Andréas Hountondji, two key offensive players ruled out of CAN 2025 due to injuries. A hard blow for the Cheetahs. With only days to go before the final phase of CAN…

Zambia has unveiled its squad for AFCON 2025 in Morocco. A 28-man group featuring star Patson Daka. Zambia’s national coach, Moses Sichone, has announced the list of players selected for the final phase of AFCON 2025. The tournament will take…

Winner of the 1976 CAN in Ethiopia, Morocco has been chasing its second triumph in this competition for nearly 50 years. As the Sherifian Kingdom prepares to host the 35th edition, can the Lions de l’Atlas finally reach the top…

The Comoros coach has unveiled the squad selected for AFCON 2025. And Stéphane Cusin has called up a group of 26 Coelacanths. Comoros will also take part in the final phase of AFCON 2025. The Coelacanths will face Mali, Morocco…

In the midst of a sporting comeback after his suspension, Paul Pogba has taken on a new business venture. The AS M midfielder has entered the world of camel racing, becoming an investor and ambassador for Al Haboob. Paul Pogba…

Before facing the Merengues in the Champions League, Pep Guardiola said the pressure at Real Madrid is such that he wouldn’t have survived six months on the bench last season. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he would have been…