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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

We are not happy': Chiamaka Nnadozie on Wafcon debacle, boomboxes and Brighton

Chiamaka Nnadozie is a celebrated African goalkeeper, winning multiple awards and known for her passion for music and team spirit.
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fromBarca Universal
1 week ago

Barcelona set to hand a trial to 16-year-old African midfield gem | Barca Universal

Aboubacar Maiga is known for his playmaking ability and has been linked with FC Barcelona. He is part of the Africa Foot academy in Mali, which has a collaboration agreement with Barça.
FC Barcelona
France politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Caf president would welcome corruption investigation

Patrice Motsepe encourages investigations into corruption within the Confederation of African Football following Senegal's Afcon title forfeiture.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
World news

'This is bigger than football' - DR Congo bid to end 52-year World Cup wait

DR Congo aims to end a 52-year wait for World Cup qualification with a win against Jamaica in the intercontinental play-off final.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

DR Congo World Cup 2026 squad: Sebastian Desabre's latest selection ahead of the March international break

DR Congo aims for World Cup 2026 qualification after finishing second in their group, facing a crucial playoff against New Caledonia or Jamaica.
World news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'This is bigger than football' - DR Congo bid to end 52-year World Cup wait

DR Congo aims to end a 52-year wait for World Cup qualification with a win against Jamaica in the intercontinental play-off final.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

DR Congo World Cup 2026 squad: Sebastian Desabre's latest selection ahead of the March international break

DR Congo aims for World Cup 2026 qualification after finishing second in their group, facing a crucial playoff against New Caledonia or Jamaica.
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fromThe Citizen
1 month ago

OPINION: Mo Salah: Liverpool King and Africa's Premier League GOAT | The Citizen

Mohamed Salah is the greatest African player in Premier League history, surpassing legends like Didier Drogba with his sustained brilliance and impact at Liverpool.
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Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Unjust and ridiculous': Senegalese football fans bewildered by loss of Afcon title

CAF reversed its decision two months after Senegal won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, awarding the title to Morocco based on a player walk-off protest, sparking widespread outrage and disbelief across African football.
fromBBC
2 months ago
Podcast

More than the Score - Benni McCarthy: Man Utd ruled out signing Victor Osimhen because of Africa Cup of Nations schedule - BBC Sounds

fromBBC
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

More Than The Score - Will Afcon's star performers shine at the World Cup? - BBC Sounds

Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Unjust and ridiculous': Senegalese football fans bewildered by loss of Afcon title

CAF reversed its decision two months after Senegal won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, awarding the title to Morocco based on a player walk-off protest, sparking widespread outrage and disbelief across African football.
fromBBC
2 months ago
Podcast

More than the Score - Benni McCarthy: Man Utd ruled out signing Victor Osimhen because of Africa Cup of Nations schedule - BBC Sounds

fromBBC
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

More Than The Score - Will Afcon's star performers shine at the World Cup? - BBC Sounds

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Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

'Value of African football to drop' after AFCON final u-turn

Senegal's AFCON title was stripped and awarded to Morocco, prompting Senegal to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport amid widespread criticism of CAF's credibility.
#afcon-2025
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#womens-africa-cup-of-nations
Women
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

'It's actually embarrassing' - CAF have failed women's football with WAFCON debacle

The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations was postponed from March to late July, after the men's FIFA World Cup, creating uncertainty for players, coaches, and stakeholders while providing at least a confirmed date.
Women
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

'It's actually embarrassing' - CAF have failed women's football with WAFCON debacle

The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations was postponed from March to late July, after the men's FIFA World Cup, creating uncertainty for players, coaches, and stakeholders while providing at least a confirmed date.
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Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

From the World Cup to the return of Michaela Coel, 2026 promises to excite and bring joy

Black cultural and sporting highlights for 2026 include the expanded 48‑team World Cup with notable African teams, Curacao's historic qualification, and Caribbean festivals.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

What's gone wrong with Nigerian football? DW 11/21/2025

"The dynamics of African football have changed and are still changing. Teams are improving, and they are no longer scared of Nigeria," Collins Okinyo, former media officer at the Confederation for African Football (CAF), told DW. "Even so, it is unthinkable for a team like Nigeria to miss a second World Cup. It is devastating for Nigerian fans and sad for African fans in general, but they (Nigeria) have only themselves to blame."
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
5 months ago

Everton talisman Ndiaye can win Ballon dOr, claims team-mate Gueye - Soccer News

Iliman Ndiaye possesses the talent, technique, and potential to become the next African Ballon d'Or winner.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

African World Cup 2026 qualifiers playoffs: Squads, teams and start time

Four African teams—Cameroon, Gabon, Nigeria and DR Congo—will play single-match playoffs in Rabat for a spot in the FIFA intercontinental World Cup playoff.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
6 months ago

World Cup qualifying: Ivory Coast and Senegal secure spots in USA

Multiple African teams secured World Cup qualification with decisive wins, including Senegal, Ivory Coast and South Africa, as Africa’s qualifying concluded early ahead of AFCON 2026.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

Ivory Coast and Senegal claim places at World Cup

Senegal and Ivory Coast secured Africa's final two automatic 2026 World Cup qualifying spots with convincing wins, joining eight other African nations.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago

Rise of local coaches shows change in African football

African national teams increasingly appoint homegrown coaches, reflecting growing confidence in local coaching talent and regional successes.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
10 months ago

'Everyone wants this title back' - Nigeria eye 10th Wafcon win

Nigeria's Super Falcons aim to reclaim their Women's Africa Cup of Nations title after a disappointing performance in 2022.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Africa aims to lift standards and retain talent after Club World Cup wipeout

For Masaseng, the tournament has highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of the game across the continent. A former football journalist and pundit, Masaseng now represents the interests of professional players in Africa.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
10 months ago

Why the expanded FIFA Club World Cup is worth the effort -- and the risk

The 32-team FIFA Club World Cup offers a unique opportunity for clubs outside Europe, promoting inclusivity and global competition.
fromwww.bbc.com
10 months ago

What will the expanded Club World Cup mean for Africa?

You can't live one life. You must change and establish new things. That's how we grow and explore.
Soccer (FIFA)
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
11 months ago

'They see you as one of their own' Wanyama's love for Scotland

Victor Wanyama returned to Scotland to play for Dunfermline Athletic, driven by his connection with Scottish football and his former manager, Neil Lennon.
fromwww.dw.com
1 year ago

Serhou Guirassy: Africa's Champions League record-breaker DW 04/16/2025

It's an amazing feeling to be the top scorer in the Champions League, especially among so many incredible players. Leading the charts shows I'm a strong finisher.
FC Barcelona
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