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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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Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé ruled out for the clash against Manchester City
Physically affected, Kylian Mbappé will not take part in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League between Real Madrid and Manchester City on Wednesday at the Santiago Bernabéu, but a return is hoped for in the second leg. Real… -
The Nigerian federation denies that Éric Chelle is leaving for Wydad Casablanca.
Announced as close to Wydad Casablanca by a Moroccan channel, the Super Eagles’ head coach Éric Chelle will not be leaving his post, according to Promise Efoghe, the Nigerian national team’s media manager. The Super Eagles’ head of media relations,… -
Champions League: Victor Osimhen facing a suspension ahead of the Liverpool–Galatasaray clash.
The cornerstone of the Istanbul club, Victor Osimhen, will have to avoid another yellow card during the first leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 between Galatasaray and Liverpool FC, on pain of missing the return match at… -
Premier League: “The title is not in Manchester City’s hands,” Guardiola
After Manchester City’s frustrating draw with Nottingham Forest, Pep Guardiola acknowledges that the Premier League title race is partly slipping away from his team, while urging his players to focus on the UEFA Champions League showdown against Real Madrid. As… -
Barça: Joan Laporta harshly reprimands Xavi
As the FC Barcelona presidential election approaches, the debate between Joan Laporta and Víctor Font has turned into a clash, with Xavi Hernández and Lionel Messi at the center of the tensions. The campaign for the presidency of FC Barcelona… -
Xavi: “Lionel Messi will never return to Barça”
Former FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández says that president Joan Laporta does not want Lionel Messi to return to Camp Nou, ending speculation about a possible comeback by the Argentine legend. The former FC Barcelona coach, Xavi Hernández, has closed… -
Benin – Ligue 1: the Buffles keep the lead, Coton FC stay in the hunt, the update after the 19th matchday.
After the 19th matchday of the Benin Football Championship, Buffles FC remain at the top of the table following their away win, but Coton FC stay in touch in a title race tighter than ever. The 19th matchday of the… -
Galatasaray: Updates on Victor Osimhen ahead of the clash against Liverpool
Rested in the Turkish Cup, Victor Osimhen approaches with maximum motivation the derby against Beşiktaş and the European showdown against Liverpool FC. The Galatasaray striker is already galvanizing his teammates in training ahead of this decisive week. A few days… -
World Cup 2026 prep: Amman tournament under threat from Middle East tensions
Scheduled for this month in Amman, the friendly tournament in which the Nigerian national football team was set to participate could be relocated to Europe due to regional tensions, while Iran is already considering withdrawing from the competition. Geopolitical tensions… -
Al Nassr: “it’s more serious than expected”, Jorge Jesus provides an update on CR7’s injury
Suffered a muscle injury during Al‑Nassr’s last match, the Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo will undergo a period of convalescence and travel to Spain to undergo treatment, as confirmed by his coach Jorge Jesus. Concerns are growing around Cristiano Ronaldo. On… -
Morocco: Fabrizio Romano denies an agreement between Andrés Iniesta and the federation
After Walid Regragui’s departure, rumors were circulating about the arrival of Andrés Iniesta as Morocco’s technical director, but transfer expert Fabrizio Romano says no deal has been signed yet. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has taken steps to clarify the rumors… -
Gareth Bale reveals why he chose Real Madrid over Manchester United
Former Welsh winger Gareth Bale revealed that, despite Manchester United making a bigger offer, his mind was already made up to join Real Madrid in 2013, also mentioning an informal agreement with Daniel Levy to prevent a transfer to a… -
White House: when Messi’s visit turns into Trump’s surreal speech
Welcomed to the White House with Inter Miami after winning the MLS title, Lionel Messi attended an unexpected address by Donald Trump, blending football career praises, comparisons with Pelé, and geopolitical digressions that surprised the audience. The ceremonial visit of… -
Arsenal: several players set to leave
Enticed by the performances of the Ecuadorian defender Piero Hincapié, on loan from Leverkusen, Arsenal would consider exercising its purchase option, estimated at £45 million, while preparing several departures to balance its books at the upcoming transfer window. Arsenal already… -
2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations: Nigerian forward Omorinsola Babajide slams CAF’s decision to postpone.
The Nigerian striker Omorinsola Babajide strongly criticized the decision by the Confederation of African Football to postpone the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations to Morocco. The Super Falcons’ top scorer called the situation “shameful” as the teams were already… -
PSG: Vitinha closes the door on Real Madrid
Courted by Real Madrid and coveted on the transfer market, Vitinha has assured that he is not considering leaving Paris Saint-Germain, where he says he is fully thriving. As Real Madrid actively scans the transfer market to strengthen its midfield,… -
World Cup 2026: FIFA confirms Nigeria’s exclusion from the intercontinental playoff
By validating the final list of teams taking part in the playoff tournament, FIFA has definitively ended the hopes of the Super Eagles of Nigeria to participate in the FIFA World Cup 2026, in favor of DR Congo. FIFA has… -
1XBet Bénin: a gala match to celebrate women’s rights and Beninese talent
As International Women’s Day approaches, Missérété welcomed this Wednesday a women’s gala match bringing together 1XBET Bénin, the Benin Football Federation, and many women in sport around a common goal: to promote the emancipation and leadership of women through the… -
“I couldn’t care less…”, Donald Trump on Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup
Three months ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, tensions between the United States and Iran cast a political shadow over a competition that FIFA nonetheless hopes to keep free from diplomatic turbulence. Less than a hundred days before the… -
Friendly: Nigeria beat Cameroon 3-1 in Yaoundé
Beaten in the first half, the Nigerian women’s team reacted with authority by dominating Cameroon (3-1) in Yaoundé to level the two-leg friendly series. The Nigerian women’s team reacted perfectly by dominating Cameroon (3-1), Tuesday evening at the Yaoundé Military… -
Real Madrid: Rodrygo suffers an ACL rupture.
Already reeling from a string of bad luck and an overburdened medical staff, Real Madrid loses Rodrygo for several months after a knee ligament rupture, a major blow in the title race. Another blow for Real Madrid. Beaten at home… -
Arsenal: Arteta provides an update ahead of Brighton
À la veille du déplacement sur la pelouse de Brighton, l’entraineur d’Arsenal, Mikel Arteta s’est voulu rassurant sur plusieurs cadres, tout en entretenant le doute autour de son capitaine Martin Odegaard. À la veille du déplacement sur la pelouse de… -
Copa del Rey: Lookman and Atlético 90 minutes from the final
Having taken a big away win over FC Barcelona in the first leg, Ademola Lookman’s Atlético Madrid head into the Camp Nou return in a strong position. Ademola Lookman is about to experience a decisive evening in Atlético Madrid colours.… -
War in Iran: Cristiano Ronaldo left Saudi Arabia in the middle of the night (media)
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly fled in the middle of the night aboard his private jet, in a context of Iranian strikes on Riyadh, raising concerns about his safety and that of his family. As the American embassy in Riyadh came under… -
World Cup 2026: Iran in limbo after U.S. strikes
In a context of major military tensions with Washington, the participation of Iran’s national team in the 2026 World Cup in North America appears more uncertain than ever. The shockwave extends well beyond the boundaries of the field. In the… -
Manchester City: Semenyo, Guardiola’s trump card
Semenyo, the match-winner against Leeds, confirms his rapid integration into the English champions’ squad, to the point of impressing Pep Guardiola in the title race. The Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, praised Antoine Semenyo’s immediate impact since his arrival at… -
La Liga: Real Madrid’s squad to face Getafe
Real Madrid has unveiled the list of players selected to face Getafe in La Liga. Kylian Mbappé is not included. Real Madrid face Getafe this Monday to close out the 26th matchday of La Liga. A decisive match for Real… -
MLS: Inter Miami overturns Orlando, Messi scores a brace.
Trailing 2-0 at halftime, Inter Miami overturned Orlando thanks to a decisive brace from Lionel Messi, reviving their MLS ambitions after a disappointing opening day. Soundly beaten by LAFC (3-0) from the start, Inter Miami regained their footing with character… -
Benin – Ligue 1: SOBEMAP keeps the lead, Buffles and Coton FC in pursuit, the recap of Matchday 18
The 18th matchday of Benin’s Ligue 1 tightened the title race, with SOBEMAP FC still in the lead but under direct threat from Buffles and Coton FC, both victorious. The 18th matchday of Benin’s Ligue 1, the first round of… -
World Cup 2026: Iran’s participation in doubt after Israeli-American strikes.
Thrust into a major crisis after the recent strikes, the Iranian national team’s participation in the 2026 World Cup is seriously in doubt. The presence of Iran at the 2026 World Cup appears more uncertain than ever following the recent…
