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Elise Hughes Eyes Albania First While Dreaming of World Cup Glory
Wales forward Elise Hughes says a World Cup place would be a lifelong dream come true, but Albania must come first.
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Ampofo Scores and Assists as Esbjerg Storm Back to Draw 3-3 With Aalborg
Ghana's James Ampofo bagged a goal and an assist as Esbjerg clawed back from behind three times to snatch a stoppage-time point against Aalborg.
Former Senegal & Premier League star Cheikhou Kouyate announces retirement
Former Senegal national team defensive midfielder Cheikhou Kouyate has announced the end of his professional football career at 36.
In a message posted on his social media, Kouyat
Patrice Motsepe confirms CAF reviewing major decision on Africa Cup of Nations
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has revealed the organisation is discussing reverting to hosting the Africa Cup of Nations every two years.
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Mbappe returns to Real Madrid training after knee injury
Despite the disappointment of not winning any trophy during the last season, the Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe continues to play at an amazing level. After winning the Golden
CAS set to hear Senegal’s AFCON appeal after title awarded to Morocco
The long-running saga over the winner of this year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title will move closer to resolution on Thursday when Senegal’s appeal, after being
FIFA insist no elligibility issues with D.R. Congo player during 2026 World Cup qualifying
The Democratic Republic of the Congo allegedly used a goalkeeper illegally during World Cup qualifying, and FIFA were aware of it but chose not to act after investigating the issue
Michael Olise new contract talks to shape Real Madrid transfer chances
Real Madrid’s chances of signing Michael Olise will depend heavily on how his next contract talks with Bayern Munich develop.
The French winger is attracting serious interes
Senegal claim second win under Vieira as Uganda defeat D.R. Congo
Senegal registered their second-straight victory under head coach Patrick Vieira after they defeated Comoros 1-0 in a FIFA international friendly at the Stade Velodrome on Sunday.
Vieira welcomes “ambitious” public pressure as Senegal face Comoros
Senegal coach Patrick Vieira has welcomed the pressure from fans who want to see the national team become more ‘ambitious’ in every international match they always comp
Argentina hammers Burkina Faso 7-0 in friendly
An onslaught of first-half goals helped Argentina hammer Burkina Faso 7-0 in a friendly at Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires - their 16th win from their last 17 games (L1).
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Olise magic not enough for France as Italy snatch draw to ruin Zidane's homecoming
Zinedine Zidane’s first game as France manager on home soil ended in a 1-1 draw with Italy in the UEFA Nations League, leaving Les Bleus unbeaten in seven competitive home ma
Krepin Diatta signs to Watford on free transfer after Monaco departure
Championship side Watford have confirmed the acquisition of Senegal international Krepin Diatta on a free transfer.
Diatta, who will wear the number 15 shirt, has joined the Horne
Zidane says he doesn't regret infamous headbutt ahead of Italy clash
Zinedine Zidane insisted Thursday he has no regrets about his infamous headbutt on Marco Materazzi in the 2006 World Cup final as he prepares to come up against Italy again in his
Serhou Guirassy on target as Guinea wins Kenya in AFCON qualifier
Kenya's national team remained winless from their opening two matches after going down 1-0 against Guinea in their matchday two fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qu
Ghana suffers damaging defeat to The Gambia in their quest to reaching AFCON 2027
Ghana suffered a damaging 4-2 defeat to The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on Tuesday, leaving the Black Stars without a point after their opening two matches in the 2027 Afric
Nigeria's AFCON hopes take setback as Guinea-Bissau inflict historic 3-0 defeat
Nigeria's hopes of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations suffered a major setback after losing 3-0 to Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday evening.
Goals from Franculino Dju, Mama Bal
Wissa stars as DR Congo spoil Zimbabwe homecoming in 2027 AFCON qualifier win
Yoane Wissa scored the first goal and created the second as the Democratic Republic of Congo spoilt a Zimbabwe homecoming by winning a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier 2-1 in H
Patrick Dorgu returns to Manchester United after injury in Denmark's Nations League win
Manchester United's Patrick Dorgu has been sent back from international duty ‌after picking up an injury ‌while playing for ‌Denmark in their 2-0 ‌win over Wal
Madrid confirm Mbappe suffered knee hyperextension, should be back for Clasico
France captain Kylian Mbappe suffered a hyperextension of his left knee playing for France, his club Real Madrid said Saturday, but could be ready to play again when LaLiga resumes
Mo Salah withdrawn from Egypt's clash with South Sudan due to artificial surface
Mohamed Salah will not travel with Egypt's squad to South Sudan for their second Africa Cup ‌of Nations qualifier because the match ‌will be played on an ‌artificia
Patrick Vieira admits Senegal must improve after Mozambique draw in AFCON qualifier
Senegal coach Patrick Vieira has delivered his first assessment of the national team after they battled to a 1-1 draw against Mozambique in their matchday one of the 2027 Africa Cu
Manchester City reportedly found guilty of all but 1 of 115 financial breaches
Manchester City have been found guilty on almost all of the charges against them relating to breaches of the Premier League's financial regulations, according to reports in The Ath
Vieira impressed with Senegal’s focus for Mozambique 2027 AFCON clash
Senegal coach Patrick Vieira has revealed his happiness after watching the team train for the first time ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches in Sep
Mbappe misses France training due to illness ahead of Zidane's first match
France captain Kylian Mbappe missed training on Tuesday after developing flu-like ‌symptoms, casting doubt over his ‌availability for the ‌team's upcoming Nations L
Osimhen out of Nigeria squad for AFCON qualifiers, Awoniyi in as replacement
Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Nigeria's opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, after failing to recover from a muscle injury, wi
Mohammed Fuseini gets late Ghana call-up for AFCON qualifiers
Mohammed Fuseini has received a late call-up to the Ghana squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Ivory Coast and Gambia, as well as the intern
Mane & Diatta miss out as Patrick Vieira names first Senegal squad
Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has unveiled his 29-man Senegal squad that will participate in the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers including a friendly against
Zidane announces first squad, Mbappe confirmed as captain
Zinedine Zidane confirmed on Friday that Kylian Mbappe would be his France captain after naming his first squad since being appointed as the successor to Didier Deschamps as coach
Olise scores perfect 10 rating: First hat-trick at club level & superb assist
Michael Olise enjoyed another perfect night in a Bayern Munich shirt. In a crushing 7-0 Bundesliga win over Union Berlin, he scored his very first competitive hat-trick at club lev
Ghana confirms international friendly with Morocco for 4 October
Ghana will face Morocco in an international friendly on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the Grand Stade de Tanger, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed.
The match is sch
Osimhen & Iwobi headline Nigeria squad as Ilenikhena earns maiden call-up
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has named a 24-man squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau.
Captain Wilfred Ndidi, Vi
Mbappe leaves Nike for On as Federer-backed brand ramps up football project
Kylian Mbappe has ended his two-decade-long partnership with Nike and signed with Swiss sportswear brand On, the latest blow for the American ‌brand as newer rivals gain grou
CAF president confident AFCON 2027 won't be moved from Kenya, Tanzania & Uganda
Patrice Motsepe, president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), said he remains confident Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will ‌successfully host the 2027 Africa Cup &z
Lionel Messi to make Argentina farewell appearance against Benin in October
Lionel Messi was named in Argentina's squad on Tuesday for a friendly against Benin on October 6th, a match that will serve as his farewell appearance after he announced his intern
“I want to win everything”: Yves Bissouma on fresh start and ambitions at Ajax
In his first interview with club media, Ajax midfielder Yves Bissouma has commented on why he joined the club and what he wants to achieve in Amsterdam.
Yves Bissouma joined Ajax
Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira “honoured and proud” to take charge of Senegal
Arsenal icon Patrick Vieira has talked for the first time after he admitted his availability to handle the Senegalese national team ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)
Yves Bissouma set to sign to Ajax from Spurs on free transfer
Former Spurs midfielder Yves Bissouma is set to sign for Ajax, according to Dutch reports.
Bissouma, 30, was released by Tottenham Hotspurafter his contract expired following the
Édouard Mendy announces international retirement, not in Patrick Vieira’s first squad
Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 34, bringing an end to an impressive career with the Teranga Lions.
First-half dominance sees Real Madrid cruise past city rivals Rayo Vallecano
Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid coasted past Rayo Vallecano in a 4-1 victory, returning to winning ways in LaLiga and improving further on a dominant unbeaten H2H record at the B
Danny Jordaan re-elected as SAFA president after beating Sandal Zungu
Danny Jordaan has been re-elected president of the South African Football Association, defeating AmaZulu owner Sandile Zungu 157-82.
Jordaan maintains his grip on the competition,
Inaki Williams announces retirement from Ghana national team
Iñaki Williams has announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to his four-year career with the Ghana national team.
The 32-year-old confirmed his
Moroccan winger Hakim Ziyech makes surprising move to Brazil
Moroccan winger Hakim Ziyech is set to join Brazilian side Botafogo in a surprising move, the club confirmed on Wednesday.
Ziyech, 33, will join three-time champions Botafogo as a
Moroccan Football Federation President says 2030 World Cup final to be held in Casablanca
The 2030 World Cup final will be held in Casablanca, the President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation was reported as saying by ‌Spanish news agency EFE on Thursday.
Yaya Toure speaks of “new era” for African coaches ahead of Champions League debut
Former Manchester City and Ivory Coast star Yaya Toure on Tuesday hailed the dawn of "a new era" as he prepares to become the first African to coach a team in the UEFA Champions Le
Jordan Ayew joins Championship club Sheffield United as free agent
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has joined Sheffield United on a one-year contract after completing a move to the Championship club as a free agent.
The 34-year-old was without a club a
Osimhen ruled out of UEFA Champions League opener with injury
Galatasaray have ruled Victor Osimhen out with a groin injury, with the Nigeria striker expected to spend between two and three weeks on the sidelines, ruling him out of the club's
“I do a lot of things that others don't”: Mbappe optimistic about Ballon d'Or chances
Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe said on Monday that it is natural for people to consider him a potential Ballon d'Or winner this year after his World Cup exploits.
The France ca
Maseko bags brace in Denmark, including superb long-range strike
Thapelo Maseko has instantly endeared himself to fans at FC Copenhagen with two goals in their 5-0 victory over Odense on Sunday, including a superb strike that is a contender for
Lamine Yamal produces dazzling display as Barcelona trash Valencia
Barcelona claimed a fourth straight LaLiga victory in a 5-0 triumph over Valencia at the Estadio Mestalla, leaving them with the only 100% record in the Spanish top flight.
Barcel
Aubameyang snatches thrilling win at Villarreal for Deportivo
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored for a fourth LaLiga game in a row as Deportivo A Coruña twice came from behind to beat Villarreal 3-2, leaving the hosts still winless under
Isak and Gakpo sees Liverpool claim their first win under Iraola
Alexander Isak ran riot on the way to a 2-0 Premier League (PL) win as Liverpool inflicted Ipswich Town’s first home defeat in 21 matches. His nine-minute brace was the quick
Chido Obi leaves Manchester United on loan to Eredivisie
Manchester United talent Chido Obi has left the club on loan to Dutch Eredivisie side Willem II.
Chido Obi, 18, has joined promoted Eredivisie club Willem II on a season-long
Brighton announce signing of Nigeria winger Femi Azeez from Millwall
Brighton and Hove Albion have announced the signing of Nigeria international winger Femi Azeez from Millwall on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee.
The two clubs submitte
Man City confirm signing of Iliman Ndiaye from Everton on five-year deal
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of forward Iliman Ndiaye from fellow Premier League side Everton.
The 26-year-old was a standout for Everton last season, scoring six go
Ayoni Santos completes dream move to PSV from Sparta Rotterdam
Midfielder Ayoni Santos has officially joined Eredivisie champions PSV from Sparta Rotterdam, the clubs confirmed on Wednesday.
The 21-year-old Ayoni Santos broke through in Spart
Evergreen Aubameyang is experiencing an explosive start at Deportivo La Coruna
At 37 years old, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang continues to prove his effectiveness in front of goal. But he also brings the human, happy character he has always carried with him, ever
Tottenham set to sign Tosin Adarabioyo from London rivals Chelsea
Tottenham have reportedly reached an agreement with rivals Chelsea over a deal for defender Tosin Adarabioyo.
According to The Athletic, Roberto De Zerbi’s side have reached
Saka goal the difference as Arsenal sneak past Aston Villa with narrow win
Bukayo Saka scored the only goal of the game, as Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta celebrated his 250th Premier League (PL) match in charge of the Gunners with a 1-0 win at Aston Villa,
Messi retires from international football
Argentina legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football in an emotional statement, just over a month after his country's defeat to Spain in the World
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