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Ballon d’Or: Hansi Flick omitted as five-man Coach of the Year shortlist is revealed
The omission of Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is the major talking point after the Ballon d’Or organising committee announced the five nominees for the 2026 Men’s Coach of the Year award. The shortlist brings together World Cup success, domestic dominance and runs in Europe, with Spanish coaches particularly prominent among the contenders. Spain manager Luis […] The article Ballon d’Or: Hansi Flick omitted as five-man Coach of the Year shortlist is revealed was written by Elias Boateng and f...
Barcelona begin Spanish title defence as 2026-27 fixtures and broadcast details are confirmed
Barcelona will begin the defence of their La Liga title in the 2026-27 season after winning the 2025-26 championship for a second consecutive year and the 29th time in the club’s history. Hansi Flick’s side continued their domestic dominance last season, while Real Madrid, now led by Jose Mourinho, will be aiming to mount a […] The article Barcelona begin Spanish title defence as 2026-27 fixtures and broadcast details are confirmed was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer...
South African midfielder Thapelo Maseko delighted after scoring brace on FC Copenhagen debut
South African midfielder Thapelo Maseko has expressed his delight after marking his first start for FC Copenhagen with a brace in an emphatic 5-0 victory over OB Odense in the Danish SuperLiga over the weekend. The former Mamelodi Sundowns star delivered an impressive performance as Copenhagen produced a dominant display, with Maseko playing a key […] The article South African midfielder Thapelo Maseko delighted after scoring brace on FC Copenhagen debut was written by Sylvester Ntim and fir...
Al Hilal submit staggering €120m bid for PSG and Morocco star Achraf Hakimi
Al Hilal have reportedly made a sensational move for Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco star Achraf Hakimi, submitting a staggering €120 million offer for one of the world’s most highly rated full-backs. The Saudi giants have entered the race to secure the services of the Moroccan international as they continue their ambitious project of attracting some […] The article Al Hilal submit staggering €120m bid for PSG and Morocco star Achraf Hakimi was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on...
PSG target historic third successive Champions League triumph under Luis Enrique
Paris Saint-Germain are aiming to become only the fourth club in European football history to win the Champions League or European Cup three seasons in a row after establishing themselves as the continent’s leading side. PSG have lifted the trophy in each of the past two campaigns, defeating Inter Milan 5-0 in the 2025 final […] The article PSG target historic third successive Champions League triumph under Luis Enrique was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoc...
Levante forward Karl Etta Eyong suffers muscle injury ahead of Cameroon AFCON qualifiers
Cameroon international Karl Etta Eyong has suffered a muscle injury that could rule him out of the Indomitable Lions’ upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches. The Levante forward picked up the injury during a training session with his Spanish club on Friday, forcing him to miss their La Liga fixture against Málaga on […] The article Levante forward Karl Etta Eyong suffers muscle injury ahead of Cameroon AFCON qualifiers was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on Afric...
Ballon d’Or: Bayern Munich shortlisted for men’s and women’s world club awards
France Football has announced the nominees for the men’s and women’s awards recognising the best club in the world at this year’s Ballon d’Or ceremony, with Bayern Munich the only club included in both categories. The Ballon d’Or ceremony is held annually to present awards celebrating the best performers and teams in world football. The […] The article Ballon d’Or: Bayern Munich shortlisted for men’s and women’s world club awards was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSocce...
Gianni Infantino reported to FIFA ethics body over Trump links
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been reported to the governing body’s Ethics Committee over allegations that his relationship with US President Donald Trump breached football’s rules on political neutrality. The complaint was filed by British human rights organisation FairSquare, which alleges that Infantino’s conduct amounted to an abuse of power and violated FIFA’s code of […] The article Gianni Infantino reported to FIFA ethics body over Trump links was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi A...
Orlando Pirates’ Abdeslam Ouaddou and AmaZulu’s Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya win August awards
Abdeslam Ouaddou has been named Betway Premiership Coach of the Month for August, while AmaZulu forward Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya has won the first PSL Player of the Month award of the 2026/27 season. Ouaddou received the coaching accolade after guiding Orlando Pirates through an unbeaten opening month of their title defence. Pirates won three of their […] The article Orlando Pirates’ Abdeslam Ouaddou and AmaZulu’s Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya win August awards was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appia...
Oswin Appollis linked with Orlando Pirates exit and possible move to France
Bafana Bafana international Oswin Appollis could become the latest Orlando Pirates player to move abroad, with reports suggesting an unnamed French club has registered an interest in the forward. However, any move to France would not be completed during the current transfer window. The Ligue 1 window closed on 1 September, meaning a potential new […] The article Oswin Appollis linked with Orlando Pirates exit and possible move to France was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on Africa...
Jordan Ayew agrees deal with Sheffield United after leaving Leicester
Jordan Ayew has reached a verbal agreement to join Sheffield United in the Championship after leaving Leicester as a free agent, according to Footy-Africa. The 34-year-old Ghana captain is expected to continue his career in England after choosing the Blades over approaches from the Cypriot league last week. Africafoot had reported that Ayew was keen […] The article Jordan Ayew agrees deal with Sheffield United after leaving Leicester was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on Africa...
Da Cruz praises Mmodi’s impact in new Kaizer Chiefs role
Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has praised the adaptability of winger Pule Mmodi after the 33-year-old made an important contribution while operating as a makeshift left wing-back. Mmodi has been used in an unfamiliar defensive role during a difficult period for Amakhosi, with a serious injury crisis affecting the club’s regular full-backs. Despite […] The article Da Cruz praises Mmodi’s impact in new Kaizer Chiefs role was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer....
Siya Kolisi gives nine-year-old fan his match shorts after determined pitch dash
Nine-year-old Johannes van Heerden ran onto the pitch at FNB Stadium after the third Test in the Greatest Rivalry Series hoping to secure Siya Kolisi’s autograph, but the Springbok captain gave him an even more memorable souvenir. Van Heerden’s sole aim was to meet Kolisi and ask for his signature. Despite being followed by security […] The article Siya Kolisi gives nine-year-old fan his match shorts after determined pitch dash was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Miguel Cardoso: Champions League glory is reward enough after Mamelodi Sundowns’ success
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says he does not seek personal recognition for guiding the South African club to the CAF Champions League title, insisting the players deserve the credit for their historic triumph. The Portuguese coach led Sundowns to only their second African crown in May, when they beat Morocco’s AS FAR Rabat in […] The article Miguel Cardoso: Champions League glory is reward enough after Mamelodi Sundowns’ success was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first a...
Kaizer Chiefs boss Da Cruz explains Mmodi role and tactical flexibility
Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando da Cruz says Pule Mmodi has earned his place in the team after adapting to the unfamiliar role of left wing-back. Mmodi is traditionally used as a winger, but he has been deployed further back as Chiefs have increasingly used a 3-4-3 formation this season. The change has seen him […] The article Kaizer Chiefs boss Da Cruz explains Mmodi role and tactical flexibility was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mourinho targets unprecedented Champions League triumph with Real Madrid
Jose Mourinho has the chance to make Champions League history with Real Madrid by becoming the first manager to win Europe’s premier club competition with three different teams. The Portuguese has already lifted the trophy with Porto and Inter Milan, and will begin this season’s campaign against Inter at Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday. Spanish newspaper […] The article Mourinho targets unprecedented Champions League triumph with Real Madrid was written by Issa Said and first appeared on Africa...
Loan move was ‘not my choice’ – Zamalek winger Mohamed Atef
Zamalek winger Mohamed Atef says he was forced into joining Tala’ea El-Gaish on loan and remains determined to earn a return to the Cairo club. The 22-year-old joined El-Gaish on a two-year loan from Zamalek and said his long-term ambition is to wear the White Castle shirt again. “I want to prove myself with Tala’ea […] The article Loan move was ‘not my choice’ – Zamalek winger Mohamed Atef was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Liverpool name Turkish Airlines as new main shirt sponsor from 2027-28
Liverpool will begin a new commercial era when Turkish Airlines replaces Standard Chartered as the club’s main shirt sponsor from 1 June 2027. The airline’s logo will appear on the front of the match shirts worn by Liverpool’s men’s, women’s and academy teams from the start of the 2027-28 season. The agreement will bring an […] The article Liverpool name Turkish Airlines as new main shirt sponsor from 2027-28 was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Edward Chilufya completes Hapoel Jerusalem move in search of regular football
Zambia international Edward Chilufya has completed a loan move from FC Midtjylland to Hapoel Jerusalem, with the 26-year-old striker set to remain with the Israeli club until the end of the season. The move gives Chilufya an opportunity to play more regularly after competition for attacking positions at Midtjylland limited his opportunities in recent seasons. […] The article Edward Chilufya completes Hapoel Jerusalem move in search of regular football was written by Issa Said and first appea...
FIFA sets 1 October deadline for South African referees seeking 2027 international status
FIFA has set 1 October as the deadline for nominations to its 2027 international refereeing lists, with candidates required to meet age, experience, medical and fitness conditions before they can be considered. The deadline was confirmed in a circular issued by FIFA on 7 September to its member associations. The requirements are contained in the […] The article FIFA sets 1 October deadline for South African referees seeking 2027 international status was written by Sylvester Ntim and first ap...
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou among Betway Premiership’s August award winners
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has been recognised among the leading performers in the first Betway Premiership Monthly Awards of the 2026/27 season after guiding the reigning champions through an unbeaten opening month. The French-Moroccan tactician oversaw three wins and a draw in Pirates’ first four league matches, continuing the strong work that marked his […] The article Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou among Betway Premiership’s August award winners was written by Elikpli...
Emile Witbooi set to remain at Cape Town City after Gornik Zabrze bid falls short
Cape Town City teenager Emile Witbooi looks set to remain with the club after Polish side Gornik Zabrze failed to meet his asking price. The 18-year-old has been at the centre of South Africa’s transfer window, with interest from clubs both domestically and overseas. Witbooi turned 18 last week and has continued to attract attention […] The article Emile Witbooi set to remain at Cape Town City after Gornik Zabrze bid falls short was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSocce...
Real Madrid’s Bastoni decision set to be revisited as Inter defender returns to the Bernabeu
Alessandro Bastoni will face Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu as an Inter Milan player, despite once being identified as Jose Mourinho’s preferred defensive signing when the Portuguese manager returned to lead the Spanish giants. Bastoni had emerged as a target for Real Madrid, with a move to Spain potentially giving him the chance to […] The article Real Madrid’s Bastoni decision set to be revisited as Inter defender returns to the Bernabeu was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared o...
Newcastle prepared for Eddie Howe exit with Matthias Jaissle succession plan
Newcastle United had been preparing for the possibility of Eddie Howe leaving the club for up to nine months before his departure was confirmed in July, sporting director Ross Wilson has revealed. The club had considered the prospect of a managerial change well in advance, although it did not expect Howe to step down when […] The article Newcastle prepared for Eddie Howe exit with Matthias Jaissle succession plan was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Galtier celebrates historic Neom victory as Al Hilal’s 47-match unbeaten run ends
Christophe Galtier described Neom’s 2-0 victory away to Al Hilal as a “historic” achievement after the Saudi Pro League leaders suffered their first league defeat in 47 matches. Neom secured a landmark win at Al Hilal’s home ground on Monday in the sixth round of the season, despite their opponents fielding a formidable attacking line-up. […] The article Galtier celebrates historic Neom victory as Al Hilal’s 47-match unbeaten run ends was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSocce...
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