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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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La Liga: De Jong back, Yamal present, Barça’s squad to face Espanyol
Ahead of a crucial Champions League clash, FC Barcelona welcomes back Frenkie de Jong for the derby against RCD Espanyol. Lamine Yamal is also present in the squad. FC Barcelona gets a key piece back at the best possible moment.… -
Chelsea – Manchester City: Alan Shearer sees the Citizens coming out on top
On the eve of the Premier League clash, Alan Shearer bets on a Manchester City victory over Chelsea FC, in a match already decisive for the title race. As the clash between Chelsea FC and Manchester City approaches, Alan Shearer… -
Polish football in mourning: Jacek Magiera dies suddenly
Assistant coach of the national team, Jacek Magiera has died at 49 after collapsing. A sudden passing that has sparked deep emotion in Poland and around the world of football. Polish football is in mourning. Jacek Magiera, the national team’s… -
“Face reality and retire,” Anders Limpar told Cristiano Ronaldo.
At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to impress, but Anders Limpar believes the Portuguese legend should consider retirement after reaching 1,000 goals to preserve his legacy. The future of Cristiano Ronaldo continues to fuel the debate. This time, it’s Anders Limpar… -
CAN Scolaire 2026: Benin eliminates Morocco and takes bronze
Victorious over Morocco (1-0) in the placement match, Benin clinches third place at the African School Football Championship and earns its first medal in the competition. This time, Benin does not leave empty-handed. After two editions finishing just off the… -
Real Madrid: Roy Keane slams Alexander-Arnold after his display against Bayern.
Despite a decisive assist, Trent Alexander-Arnold was fiercely criticized by Roy Keane after Real Madrid’s defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League, pointing out his defensive deficiencies. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s performance did not escape criticism after Real Madrid’s defeat to… -
Liverpool: Arne Slot remains in post
Despite a season of waning form and a defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, Liverpool FC does not plan to part ways with Arne Slot, prioritizing short-term stability. Despite the defeat to Paris Saint-Germain (0-2) in the first… -
UCL: Barça files a complaint with UEFA after a contested refereeing decision against Atlético
Beaten by Atlético Madrid (0-2), FC Barcelona filed an official complaint with UEFA, denouncing several refereeing decisions deemed decisive in the outcome of the Champions League quarterfinal first leg. FC Barcelona officially submitted to UEFA, on Thursday, to challenge certain… -
AFCON 2025: “I’m not proud of it,” Hakimi revisits Morocco’s towel theft.
At the heart of the criticism following the incidents that occurred during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Achraf Hakimi apologized, acknowledging a tarnished image despite Morocco’s strong run. The captain of the Atlas Lions, Achraf Hakimi, revisited the controversies… -
School CAN 2026: Benin fails again in the semi-final.
Benin’s U15 school team, held by Uganda, saw their dream of reaching the final blown away in a penalty shootout at the African Championship of School Football. Benin’s team once again falls short of the final. Facing Uganda in the… -
Barça 0-2 Atlético: Salomon Kalou laments Ademola Lookman’s overly defensive role
Despite Atlético Madrid’s victory over FC Barcelona (2-0), Ademola Lookman remained discreet. For Salomon Kalou, the Nigerian forward was held back by tactical instructions that were too defensive, far from his offensive qualities. Kalou’s analysis did not go unnoticed after… -
Barça: the hope of a comeback despite the setback against Atlético Madrid
Despite a frustrating defeat to Atlético de Madrid (0-2), FC Barcelona still hopes to qualify. Carried by an encouraging performance, the Catalans display their ambition to overturn the tie in the return leg. FC Barcelona has not said its last… -
UCL: Barça cry foul after defeat to Atlético Madrid
Beaten by Atlético de Madrid (0-2), FC Barcelona has a hard time digesting some refereeing decisions. At the heart of the controversy, a contentious handball in the penalty area that could have changed the course of the match. The evening… -
UCL: Mbappé widens the gap, Kane in pursuit, updated top scorers standings.
Led by a sparkling Kylian Mbappé, Real Madrid also dominates the UEFA Champions League top scorers’ table. With 14 goals, the French striker leads Harry Kane in a long-distance duel that still promises plenty of sparks. The long-distance duel between… -
Champions League: PSG – Liverpool starting XI
PSG host Liverpool this Wednesday evening (8:00 PM, GMT+1) at Parc des Princes, on the occasion of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg. Here are the lineups for both teams. PSG: Safonov – Hakimi, Marquinhos (c), Pacho, Nuno Mendes –… -
Barça – Atlético de Madrid: the official starting lineups
Barça take on Atlético Madrid this Wednesday evening (20:00 GMT+1) as the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals. The official lineups for both teams have been announced. The first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals continues this Wednesday with… -
Official: Aliou Cissé is no longer the head coach of Libya
After a contrasting year at the helm of the Libyan national team, Aliou Cissé announced his resignation. Between insufficient results and internal difficulties, the Senegalese coach ends an experience that he nevertheless describes as “enriching”. Aliou Cissé’s stint as head… -
UCL: Barça’s squad for the clash against Atlético Madrid
With Rashford, Yamal and Lewandowski in attack, FC Barcelona shows its ambitions against Atlético de Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final first leg. The Barcelona lineup to face Atlético de Madrid this evening in the Champions League quarter-final first leg… -
PSG – Liverpool: Luis Enrique unveils an attacking lineup for the clash
With Dembélé and Kvaratskhelia as the headliners, PSG head into the Champions League quarter-final first leg with ambition against Liverpool at the Parc des Princes. The Paris Saint-Germain coach, Luis Enrique, has revealed his squad for the Champions League quarter-final… -
April 2026 FIFA window: the Amazones squad for matches against Tunisia and the Comoros.
Balancing the integration of young talents with the presence of experienced players, Benin approaches its April FIFA international window with ambition, aiming to prepare for the upcoming fixtures. With the April women’s international window, Benin’s national team is getting back… -
PSG – Liverpool: Dugarry predicts ‘a total rout’ for the Reds.
Very critical of Liverpool, Christophe Dugarry believes PSG, in top form, would easily outclass the English ahead of their Champions League quarterfinal. The former French international Christophe Dugarry did not mince his words as the Champions League quarterfinal between Paris… -
Real Madrid pays tribute to Mircea Lucescu after his passing.
Died at the age of 80, former Romanian national team coach Mircea Lucescu received a heartfelt tribute from Real Madrid, which praised a leading figure in European football. Real Madrid reacted to the passing of Mircea Lucescu, former Romania national… -
Real Madrid: Tchouaméni suspended for the return leg against Bayern Munich in Germany
Booked in the first leg against Bayern, Aurélien Tchouaméni will miss the Champions League quarter-final return leg, depriving Real Madrid of a key man in a decisive match. Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni has been handed a one-match ban in… -
UCL: Real – Bayern, the official lineups
Real Madrid face Bayern Munich this Tuesday in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals. The official lineups for both teams have been released. For this clash, Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa is without Courtois, Mendy and Rodrygo, injured. On… -
Real Madrid: Vinicius in the crosshairs of Bayern legends
On the eve of the Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Bayern Munich, Vinicius Junior finds himself in turmoil. Lothar Matthäus and Markus Babbel have harshly criticized the Brazilian winger for his provocations and repeated dives on the pitch. The… -
CAFS U15: Benin clinches its place in the semi-finals
Held by Tanzania at the end of a dramatic match, the School Leopards secure their place in the final four thanks to an equalizer in the dying seconds. Stellar feat for Benin’s young talents. The Benin U15 school team has… -
Real Madrid – Bayern: Arbeloa reveals an armed squad for the showdown
With Mbappé, Vinícius and Bellingham at the forefront, Real Madrid head into their Champions League quarter-final first leg with ambition against Bayern Munich. Álvaro Arbeloa’s squad for this first leg has been named. The Real Madrid coach, Álvaro Arbeloa, has… -
World Cup 2026: “Cristiano Ronaldo will cry”, DR Congo takes on Portugal
Ahead of the clash with Portugal, the Congolese Minister of Sports issued a sensational statement, promising an intense encounter with Cristiano Ronaldo. The Minister of Sports of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Didier Bodembo, did not hesitate to display… -
UCL: Serge Gnabry warns Bayern ahead of Real Madrid’s potent attacking lineup
Ahead of the Champions League quarter-final between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid on Tuesday night, the German forward Serge Gnabry urged his teammates to stay vigilant against Vinícius, Mbappé and Brahim Díaz, the spearheads of Madrid’s attack. The Bayern Munich… -
Real Madrid: Vinícius Júnior opens up about his frosty relationship with Xabi Alonso
The Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior admitted there wasn’t much of a connection with his former coach Xabi Alonso, explaining his silence after the Spaniard’s departure. The Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior revisited his relationship with his former coach Xabi…
