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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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“A world-class player,” Raúl García extols Lookman ahead of the Real Madrid–Atlético derby.
Having arrived this winter, Ademola Lookman has quickly established himself as a key figure at Atlético Madrid, to the point of winning Raúl García over, who sees in him a future world-class player. The former Spanish international Raúl García did… -
“Senegal beat us in regulation time and deserved their victory,” Hakimi refuses the 2025 AFCON trophy.
Morocco’s full-back, Achraf Hakimi, spoke out after the decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), publicly stating his refusal to be crowned Africa Cup of Nations champion. The controversy surrounding the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final continues to… -
March 2026 FIFA matchday: Benin will finally face Guinea and Liberia.
Benin revises its schedule for the March FIFA dates, with a new opponent and a notable absence in its ranks. Initially slated to face Palestine and Guinea, the Leopards will ultimately have to adjust their preparation. The Palestinian team, prevented… -
Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out of Portugal’s national team.
Suffering a hamstring injury, Cristiano Ronaldo will not participate in Portugal’s upcoming matches against Mexico and the United States. Portugal will have to do without its captain for the upcoming international break. Cristiano Ronaldo, in the process of recovering after… -
Europa League: the quarterfinals bracket
After the round of 16, the Europa League quarter-final fixtures are now set, with several promising ties in April. The knockout phase is getting into the thick of things. After the return legs played on Thursday, the eight teams qualified… -
Inter Miami: Is Messi too isolated? Herculez Gomez questions the management
After Inter Miami’s elimination from the CONCACAF Champions Cup, Herculez Gomez highlights the squad’s limitations and calls for stronger support around Lionel Messi. The disappointment is still fresh on the Inter Miami side. Held to a 1-1 draw by Nashville… -
Champions League: Ademola Lookman expects a ‘special’ clash against Barça.
Ahead of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal, Ademola Lookman is already looking ahead to a high-intensity duel against FC Barcelona. The tension is mounting as the quarterfinals approach. Having qualified after a spectacular two-legged tie against Tottenham, Atlético Madrid are… -
France national team: Didier Deschamps’ squad list featuring Kylian Mbappé and Rayan Cherki.
The France national team head coach Didier Deschamps announced on Thursday his squad for the March gathering. Kylian Mbappé and Rayan Cherki are in the group. Didier Deschamps’ France squad for the March gathering has been announced. The France coach… -
March 2026 FIFA window: Morocco’s squad list with Senegalese-origin defender Issa Diop
Morocco unveiled this Thursday its list of players selected for the March 2026 gathering. Called up for the first time, Issa Diop is part of the squad. Like other African national teams, Morocco will play two matches during the March… -
World Cup 2026: Iran ready to boycott the United States without giving up on the competition.
Amid diplomatic tensions and logistical uncertainties, the Iranian national team is continuing its preparation for the 2026 World Cup, while at this stage refusing to play its matches on U.S. soil. The uncertainty surrounding Iran’s participation in the 2026 World… -
La Liga reacts to Cristiano Ronaldo’s acquisition of a Spanish club.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s 25% stake in UD Almería is already generating strong excitement, to the point of attracting La Liga president Javier Tebas. The arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo in the leadership circles of UD Almería has not gone unnoticed. The Portuguese… -
AFCON 2025: Senegal refuses to return the trophy after CAF’s decision.
Stripped of its title on a forfeit in favor of Morocco, Senegal strongly contests the decision of the Confederation of African Football and refuses to return the trophy. Tension has escalated around the AFCON 2025 final. While the Confederation of… -
Inter Miami: Lionel Messi reaches the 900-goal milestone in his career
By scoring against Nashville SC, Lionel Messi reached the symbolic 900-goal milestone in his career, joining Cristiano Ronaldo in a very exclusive circle. A new milestone for a living legend. Lionel Messi has once again written history by surpassing the… -
Champions League: top scorers ahead of the quarterfinals
With 13 goals to his name, Kylian Mbappé leads the Champions League 2025/26 top scorers as the quarterfinals approach, widening the gap over his pursuers and confirming his status as the offensive leader on the European stage. As the Champions… -
CAF withdraws AFCON 2025 from Senegal: Sadio Mané denounces an ‘unjust’ decision.
The Senegalese forward, Sadio Mané, reacted strongly after the title was withdrawn from Senegal in favor of Morocco, pointing to abuses that, in his view, threaten the integrity of African football. The Senegalese forward, Sadio Mané, spoke out after CAF’s… -
Ivory Coast: Emerse Faé’s list for the March rally
Less than three months before the 2026 World Cup, Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Faé has unveiled a list of 25 players to face South Korea and Scotland this month. Two friendly matches as part of the March international window.… -
FIFA Day March 2026: Nigeria’s squad for matches against Iran and Jordan.
The Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle, has unveiled the list of players selected for the upcoming international break. The Super Eagles will face Iran and Jordan during this summer break. The Nigeria national team head coach, Éric Chelle, has unveiled… -
“You told me to stop crying after Rodri’s Ballon d’Or win,” Vinicius goes after Man City supporters
Having produced a decisive brace at the Etihad, Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior explained his provocative celebration, in response to the taunts he endured after the 2024 Ballon d’Or. Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior spoke about his notable celebration during… -
“They’ve got Osimhen; he wins matches on his own,” Steve Nicol warns Liverpool ahead of the clash with Galatasaray.
The former Reds legend, Steve Nicol, refuses to make his former club an obvious favorite against Galatasaray and highlights the potential impact of Victor Osimhen ahead of the decisive showdown at Anfield. Former Liverpool legend, Steve Nicol, tempers the optimism… -
Champions League: last four tickets up for grabs for the quarterfinals.
Between favorable positions and duels that are still undecided, several European heavyweights are vying for qualification this Wednesday evening to complete the Champions League quarterfinal lineup. The last four berths for the Champions League quarter-finals will be decided on Wednesday… -
AFCON 2025: Senegal files a case with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after losing its title, awarded to Morocco… by email
Challenging the loss of its title as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations champions on a ruling in Morocco’s favor, the Senegalese Football Federation has decided to take the matter to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. The CAN 2025… -
CAN 2025: a dramatic twist as CAF cancels Senegal’s victory and crowns Morocco.
Initially defeated in the final of AFCON 2025, the Atlas Lions of Morocco reclaim the title following a decision by CAF’s Appeals Panel, which handed Senegal a defeat by forfeit. A complete reversal of the situation on the African stage.… -
Benin Cup 2026: exciting matchups from the first round, the full draw.
With the draw held this Tuesday, we now know the first-round draw of the Benin Cup 2026. Several big clashes are on the schedule. The Benin Football Federation kicked off the Benin Cup 2026. The national body held the draw… -
Real Madrid: a major clear-out planned for this summer.
Real Madrid is lining up a major overhaul of its squad, with several senior players set to depart and bold moves to kick off a new cycle. Real Madrid is gearing up for a busy summer. Behind the scenes, the… -
UCL, PSG: Ousmane Dembélé promises to unleash hell on Chelsea
A comfortable winner in the away leg, Paris Saint-Germain does not intend to sit back against Chelsea FC. Ousmane Dembélé promises an attacking approach to secure qualification for the Champions League. The Paris Saint-Germain forward, Ousmane Dembélé, sent a clear… -
Brazil: “I’m upset, sad,” Neymar reacts to not being called up
Not called up by Carlo Ancelotti for the friendlies against France and Croatia, Neymar expressed his sadness while signaling his determination to rejoin Brazil’s national team. The Santos FC forward Neymar expressed his disappointment after not being selected by Carlo… -
March 2026 FIFA windows: Benin’s squad for matches against Palestine and Guinea
The Benin national team coach, Gernot Rohr, has named 25 players for the March friendlies against Palestine and Guinea, with the aim of fine-tuning his squad. In the run-up to the March 2026 FIFA Day starting next week, Gernot Rohr… -
FIFA International Day March 2026: Endrick recalled, Neymar still absent, Brazil squad for matches against France and Croatia
Three months out from the FIFA World Cup 2026, Carlo Ancelotti has revealed his squad for the friendly matches against France and Croatia. The Brazil coach has notably recalled the young Endrick, while Neymar is still left out. As the… -
Premier League: ten million euro fine, recruitment ban, Chelsea sanctioned for infractions during the Abramovich era.
Chelsea has been fined a hefty sum by the Premier League and handed a suspended recruitment ban after regulatory breaches dating back to the Roman Abramovich era. Chelsea has been fined £10.75 million by the Premier League, along with a… -
“I don’t have a plan…”, Guardiola ahead of Manchester City – Real Madrid
Having been heavily beaten 3-0 in the away leg by Real Madrid, Pep Guardiola acknowledges that he doesn’t have a miracle plan ahead of the return at the Etihad. The Manchester City manager, however, assures that his players will do…
