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At 17, FC Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has become the player involved in the most Champions League goals before turning 18, thanks to a new assist in the win against Frankfurt. Barcelona’s young star, Lamine Yamal, set a new record…

The Ivory Coast squad for the final phase of AFCON 2025 has been announced. Nicolas Pépé and Simon Adingra are missing. As defending champions, the Ivory Coast has also revealed its list of players selected for AFCON 2025. Coach Emerse…

For former Nigerian international Tijani Babangida, only a victory in Morocco will erase the disappointment of being knocked out in the play-offs for the 2026 World Cup. Former Nigerian international Tijani Babangida believes the squad can turn the page on…

At odds with Arne Slot and left out of the squad, Mohamed Salah could leave Liverpool as early as this winter. Real Madrid is closely monitoring the situation and would be considering a move for the Egyptian forward. Mohamed Salah’s…

Under pressure after another defeat, Xabi Alonso has a lot riding on the match against Manchester City. Real Madrid is already studying alternatives, including Zinédine Zidane and Jürgen Klopp, in the event of a parting of ways. The shadow of…

Gabon national team coach Thierry Mouyouma has unveiled his list of players selected for the final tournament of AFCON 2025. Captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is part of the squad. Also in the running for the highly coveted trophy, Gabon announced its…

Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham said that Lionel Messi is considering settling near the Camp Nou once his career is over, despite his attachment to Miami. David Beckham, Inter Miami co-owner, shared the end-of-career plans mentioned by Lionel Messi. While…

Before the Champions League showdown against Real Madrid, Pep Guardiola reminded everyone how difficult it is to play at the Santiago-Bernabéu, despite Manchester City’s good momentum. The Catalan coach warned his players: the trip to Spain looks like it will…

Reportedly set to leave for Saudi Arabia, the Brazilian winger denounced « absurdités » and « false information ». Raphinha says he has no intention of leaving Barça despite speculation linked to the club’s financial situation. FC Barcelona winger Raphinha…

Beaten 2-0 by Celta Vigo at the Bernabéu, the Madrid coach faces fresh speculation over his future. Xabi Alonso nonetheless says he remains fully focused on the Champions League and insists the dressing room remains united. Real Madrid manager Xabi…

The former Liverpool striker, now a pundit, did not mince his words about Mohamed Salah, who has been relegated to the bench for several matches. For Stan Collymore, the Egyptian was wrong to think he belonged to the caste of…

Before every kick-off, Victor Osimhen isolates himself with the sounds of Olamide, Nas and Damian Marley to get fully focused. The Galatasaray striker explained how those tracks help him prepare mentally and approach each match with determination. Galatasaray striker Victor…

As Brazil learns its group for the 2026 World Cup, Carlo Ancelotti reminded that Neymar’s participation is by no means guaranteed. The Italian coach demands that the Santos star show impeccable form to hope to play in his fourth World…

FIFA held the draw for the 2026 World Cup this Friday in Washington. A draw that is not very kind to African teams. Highly anticipated, the 2026 World Cup draw was conducted this Friday in Washington in the United States.…

Melvyn Lorenzen and Timothy Awany were reportedly warned by their clubs that they risked contract termination if they answered the call-up to the Ugandan national team for AFCON 2025, a situation that has sparked outrage as FIFA demands the release…

The Istanbul prosecutor’s office launched a major anti-corruption operation that led to the arrest of 46 people, while the Turkish federation faces an unprecedented scandal that is shaking the integrity of its competitions. The Istanbul prosecutor’s office ordered the arrest…

Morocco, favorite for AFCON 2025? Analysis of the stars (Hakimi, Ziyech, Bounou), the chances of winning and the Lions of the Atlas’s strengths on their home soil. Prediction included. Morocco is about to step into AFCON 2025 in a rare…

Le Cameroun débute la CAN 2025 sans André Onana : cotes, prédictions, analyse de l’effectif et aperçu du match d’ouverture contre le Gabon le 24 décembre. Le plus grand choc juste avant la Coupe d’Afrique des Nations 2025 est arrivé…

CAF praised the exemplary career of the former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, who has brought an end to ten years of service in the Nigeria jersey. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) praised William Troost-Ekong’s international career following the…

The former DR Congo coach, Florent Ibengue, calls Éric Chelle’s remarks « absurd », after Chelle accused the Leopards of resorting to voodoo magic during the playoff they won against Nigeria for qualification to the 2026 World Cup. The former…

Former Bafana Bafana striker Benni McCarthy praised Nigeria for their crushing victory over Benin. A decisive win that allowed South Africa to secure its ticket for the 2026 World Cup. Former South African international Benni McCarthy hailed the Super Eagles’…

Benin returns to AFCON 2025 with ambition: Steve Mounié as leader, a strong group and genuine chances to cause an upset. Full analysis. In Cotonou, in cafés as in hair salons, the same question comes up: what can Benin hope…

The Benin School Cheetahs beat Niger this Thursday in the final of UFOA-B 2025. The victory gives the Benin team their third title in four appearances and qualifies them for School AFCON 2026. Benin’s national schoolboys’ team won on Thursday…

After suffering a quadriceps injury against Athletic Club, English defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to be sidelined for nearly two months and will miss the trip to Vigo. Real Madrid must face another blow ahead of its Sunday visit to…

A few weeks before AFCON 2025, William Troost-Ekong announced his international retirement, praising a Nigerian jersey he calls “the greatest privilege” of his career. The captain of the Super Eagles, William Troost-Ekong, announced this Thursday his international retirement, just weeks…

A few months before the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi says that Argentina will fight to retain its title, four years after its triumph in Qatar. Argentina’s captain, Lionel Messi, reaffirmed the Albiceleste’s determination to defend their title at the…

In top form in the Inter Miami shirt, Lionel Messi paid a moving tribute to Pep Guardiola, his former mentor at FC Barcelona. The Argentine praises the revolutionary influence of the Spanish coach, whom he regards as the most accomplished…

FIFA has finally yielded to pressure from European clubs by postponing by one week the provision of African internationals for CAN 2025. A situation that is already disrupting the preparations of several national teams as the tournament approaches. The saga…

For Emmanuel Petit, FC Barcelona has neither the defensive solidity nor the collective resources needed to aim for the Champions League this season, especially since the club relies too much on its prodigy Lamine Yamal. Former France international Emmanuel Petit…

The coach of Angola has unveiled the list of players selected for AFCON 2025 in Morocco. And Patrice Beaumelle has called up a 28-man Palancas Negras squad. Angola’s squad for the AFCON 2025 finals has been announced. Coach Patrice Beaumelle…