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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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CHAN 2025: Senegal tames Sudan and takes 3rd place
Senegal claimed third place on the CHAN 2025 podium after their win over Sudan (1-1, 4-2 pens) this Friday. Senegal won’t leave the African Nations Championship taking place in East Africa empty-handed. The local Teranga Lions grabbed the bronze medal… -
José Mourinho set for a return to the Premier League?
José Mourinho could well make a return to the Premier League, just hours after his sacking by Fenerbahçe, announced Friday morning in a terse statement from the Turkish club. This decision comes a day after Fenerbahçe were knocked out in… -
2026 World Cup qualifying: England squad without Alexander-Arnold
England manager Thomas Tuchel has named his squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers scheduled for September. Among the absentees is Trent Alexander-Arnold. The right-back, struggling at Real Madrid where he has lost his place to Dani Carvajal, was not… -
Champions League: Luis Enrique believes in another PSG title
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has expressed confidence in his team’s chances of retaining the Champions League title this season. Since taking over last summer, the Spaniard delivered the capital club’s first European crown, outclassing Inter Milan in the final.… -
Champions League: Real Madrid vs Man City, Barça vs Bayern, the full draw
The draw for the league phase of the 2025/2026 Champions League was held this Thursday. For the second straight season, the competition will be played in the new “Swiss” format, replacing the traditional group stage. In total, 36 teams are… -
World Cup 2026 qualifying: South Africa squad to face Nigeria
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has announced his final 23-man squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria. The Belgian coach had named 48 players in a preliminary list released last week. He has since halved… -
World Cup 2026 (Qualifiers): Togo’s squad list includes several returnees
Togo’s squad for the September camp is out. Several key players are back in the team. The Togo national team returns to the pitch this September. The Sparrowhawks face Mauritania and Sudan on September 5 and 9. Two matches that… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Benin squad to face Zimbabwe and Lesotho
The head coach of the Benin Cheetahs, Gernot Rohr, released on Thursday, August 28, 2025, his list of players called up for the games against Zimbabwe and Lesotho next September, counting for Matchdays 7 and 8 of the 2026 World… -
Champions League: the pots for the group-stage draw
The pots for the 2024-2025 Champions League draw are now set, following the playoffs played on Wednesday night. For the second consecutive season, the competition will use its new format: 36 teams in a single expanded league, with each club… -
Transfer market: Liverpool ready to break the bank for Alexander Isak
Alexander Isak could join Liverpool this summer, with the Reds stepping up their pursuit of the Newcastle striker. Liverpool haven’t given up on Alexander Isak. According to TBR Football, the Reds are preparing a bid of more than £130 million… -
Champions League: Pafos, Bodø/Glimt and Kairat Almaty join the group stage
Three clubs booked their places in the Champions League group stage after Tuesday night’s playoffs. Pafos, Bodø/Glimt and Kairat Almaty will continue their European adventure. Cypriot club Pafos snatched a 1-1 draw against Red Star Belgrade, enough to qualify thanks… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Gernot Rohr’s squad list release date revealed
Benin Cheetahs head coach Gernot Rohr will announce, on August 28, his list of players called up for the 7th and 8th matchdays of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Like other African countries, Benin will return to action in September.… -
CHAN 2025: Madagascar will face Morocco in the final
The African Nations Championship (CHAN) final is now set. On Tuesday, Madagascar and Morocco booked their places in the competition’s last act. In Dar es Salaam, the Malagasy got the better of Sudan (1-0 a.e.t.) thanks to a decisive strike… -
2026 World Cup (Qualifying) – Brazil: Carlo Ancelotti’s squad list without Neymar, Rodrygo and Vinicius Jr
Brazil’s roster for the September camp is out. A 26-man Auriverde group, without stars Neymar, Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior. Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti unveiled on Monday a 26-man list for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The Auriverde will face… -
CHAN 2025: Madagascar knocks out Sudan and advances to the final
Madagascar secured its ticket to the CHAN 2025 final after its win over Sudan (1-0). A deserved victory for the Barea, who finished the match with 10 men. For the first time in its history, Madagascar will contest the final… -
2026 World Cup qualifying: Victor Ikpeba believes in the resurgence of Nigeria’s Super Eagles
Former Nigeria international Victor Ikpeba expressed confidence in the Super Eagles’ chances of reigniting their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Having struggled since the start of 2026 World Cup qualifying, Nigeria must turn things around during the September international break… -
CHAN 2025 – Semifinals: Tuesday’s schedule
Check out Tuesday’s matchups for the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2025) semifinals, taking place in East Africa. After the quarterfinals, it’s time for the African Nations Championship semifinals, being held in East Africa. Four nations are vying for the two… -
2025 National Tennis Championship: the tournament opens this Monday in Porto-Novo and Cotonou
Beninese tennis is gearing up for an intense week. The 2025 edition of the national championship kicks off this Monday, August 25, on the courts at the Stade Charles-de-Gaulle in Porto-Novo and at the Académie Darboux in Cotonou. More than… -
PSG – Tottenham: what do the bookmakers say?
Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur kick off the European season with the UEFA Super Cup, which will be held at the Stadio Friuli in Udine on August 13th at 7 PM GMT. The Parisians, reigning champions of the Champions League,… -
Al Nassr: Cristiano Ronaldo pushes for the arrival of Luis Díaz
Luis Diaz, rumored to be heading to Barça, is also generating interest in Saudi Arabia, with Cristiano Ronaldo advocating for the Colombian’s transfer to Al Nassr. According to the media outlet Sport, Cristiano Ronaldo expressed a desire to see Luis… -
Market: Liverpool charges at Rodrygo, Manchester City gets a young talent from Tottenham
The summer Mercato is in full swing in Europe, with Manchester City snapping up young offensive midfielder Dexter Oliver while Liverpool has made a move for Rodrygo. Liverpool has decided to make a move for Rodrygo. According to ESPN Brasil,… -
“It’s now my turn,” Lamine Yamal, after getting Messi’s jersey.
The new owner of the legendary number 10 jersey, once worn by Lionel Messi at Barça, Lamine Yamal, made a heartfelt tribute to the Argentine legend and vowed to uphold his legacy. The FC Barcelona young prodigy, Lamine Yamal, has… -
AC Milan: “I wanted to stay in Europe…”, Luka Modric justifies his choice
New recruit to AC Milan, Luka Modric, has spoken about the reasons that drove him to join the Rossoneri after his departure from Real Madrid. Luka Modric will be playing in Italy next season. The 39-year-old Croatian midfielder has signed… -
UFOA-B U20 Boys Cup 2025: Benin eliminated from the competition
Benin fell to Ghana (0-1) this Wednesday in the group stage of the WAFU Zone B U20 Cup. It’s a second consecutive loss for the Junior Cheetahs, who are eliminated from the tournament. Benin will not advance beyond the first… -
Barça: Pablo Torre out, Roony Bardghji in
FC Barcelona announced this Monday, through announcements published on its official website, that it has concluded two transfer market operations involving Pablo Torre and Roony Bardghji. In need of playing time at Barça, Pablo Torre is going to try to… -
Official: Álvaro Carreras joins Real Madrid
Real Madrid officially announced this Monday the signing of Álvaro Carreras, from Benfica Lisbon. It’s a homeward journey for Alvaro Carreras. Having been trained at Real Madrid, the Spanish left-back returns to Madrid five years after his departure. The 22-year-old… -
Lamine Yamal: “For me, Messi is the greatest player in history”
Lamine Yamal has also weighed in on the debate that divides football lovers, namely, who is the greatest player of all time. And the Barça striker has designated Lionel Messi. At just 17 years old, Lamine Yamal makes no secret… -
Transfer Market: Real Madrid sets the price for Rodrygo, with Arsenal and Chelsea on the lookout
Real Madrid has officially opened the door for Rodrygo to leave, with the Madrid club setting a price for the Brazilian international. As several European giants, including Arsenal and Chelsea, are interested in Rodrygo, Real Madrid has set its conditions… -
Real Madrid: Double Blow for Xabi Alonso
Humiliated by PSG in the World Cup, Real Madrid also has to deal with injuries to Endrick and Trent-Alexander Arnold, who join the injury list. Things are going from bad to worse for Real Madrid. Already harshly eliminated from the… -
Market: Mohammed Kudus signs with Tottenham
Tottenham has officially confirmed the signing of the Ghanaian international, Mohammed Kudus, who has committed for six seasons with the Spurs from West Ham. Tottenham has secured its key new recruit. The North London club officially announced the arrival of…
