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Zinedine Zidane predicted Michael Olise would score in France win over Belgium
Zinedine Zidane said he believed Michael Olise would find the net as soon as he saw the France forward run at the Belgium defence. France secured a 1-0 victory over Belgium after Olise produced a fine individual move before scoring in the closing stages of the match. Television pictures showed France manager Zidane celebrating by […] The article Zinedine Zidane predicted Michael Olise would score in France win over Belgium was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mancini praises Italy’s possession after 4-1 win over Turkey
Roberto Mancini praised Italy’s control of possession after they secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Turkey in the second round of the Nations League. Italy’s Group A match was played at Bursa in Turkey, with the result giving them three points. France lead the group on six points, while Italy are level with Belgium and […] The article Mancini praises Italy’s possession after 4-1 win over Turkey was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Italy end 1,198-day wait for Mancini victory with emphatic Nations League win over Turkey
Italy ended a 1,198-day wait for a victory with Roberto Mancini by beating Turkey 4-1 in their UEFA Nations League Group A match in Bursa. Alessandro Bastoni, Davide Frattesi, Michael Kayode and Pio Esposito scored for the Azzurri, while Barıs Yılmaz replied for Turkey. The result was Italy’s first win by a margin of three […] The article Italy end 1,198-day wait for Mancini victory with emphatic Nations League win over Turkey was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Tunisia held by Botswana as first 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying win is delayed
Tunisia were held to a 2-2 draw by Botswana in the second round of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at the Rades Stadium in Tunis. The result means Tunisia are still waiting for their first victory in the qualifying campaign after also drawing with Uganda in their opening match. Hazem Mastouri scored both […] The article Tunisia held by Botswana as first 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying win is delayed was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...
Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Romania as Sweden overcome Poland in Nations League
Bosnia and Herzegovina claimed their first win of the Nations League campaign by beating Romania 4-2 in the second round of the group stage. Armin Gigovic, Tarik Muharemovic, Haris Tabakovic and Ermin Mamic were on target for Bosnia and Herzegovina. Daniel Birligea and Alexandru Cicaldau scored Romania’s goals, but the defeat extended their difficult start […] The article Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Romania as Sweden overcome Poland in Nations League was written by Elikplim Bokor and first a...
Zamalek reject Al Ahly Benghazi offer for Ahmed Fattouh
Zamalek have rejected an offer from Libyan club Al Ahly Benghazi for Ahmed Fattouh, with the Egyptian club insisting they have no intention of allowing the 28-year-old to leave. Fattouh’s agent, Samir Salah, confirmed that the Libyan side had made an approach for the player, but Zamalek turned it down. A source at Zamalek told […] The article Zamalek reject Al Ahly Benghazi offer for Ahmed Fattouh was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Michael Olise scores late as France narrowly beat Belgium in Nations League
France moved top of their UEFA Nations League group after Michael Olise’s late goal secured a 1-0 victory over Belgium in Brussels. The decisive moment came in the 88th minute at King Baudouin Stadium, where Olise produced a solo run before guiding a low shot beyond Belgium goalkeeper Sam Laminse. The result gives France six […] The article Michael Olise scores late as France narrowly beat Belgium in Nations League was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
South Sudan say Mohamed Salah’s absence will not affect Egypt qualifier
South Sudan Football Association president Francis Amin says Mohamed Salah’s presence or absence will not make a significant difference when his side face Egypt in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Egypt are due to play South Sudan in the second round of qualifying on Tuesday, 29 September, with kick-off scheduled for 16:00. “The […] The article South Sudan say Mohamed Salah’s absence will not affect Egypt qualifier was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Zamalek register Seif Jaafar and Ahmed El-Jafali for CAF Champions League
Zamalek have added Seif Jaafar and Ahmed El-Jafali to their CAF Champions League squad, taking the number of registered players to 36. The Egyptian club still have four places available on their African squad list, which they intend to fill in January. Those positions could be used for new signings if Zamalek resolve their registration […] The article Zamalek register Seif Jaafar and Ahmed El-Jafali for CAF Champions League was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Zamalek reject two Al Ahly Benghazi bids for Ahmed Fattouh
Zamalek have rejected two offers from Libyan club Al Ahly Benghazi for defender Ahmed Fattouh, according to the player’s agent, Samir Salah. Fattouh is currently in the final season of his time with Zamalek, despite Al Ahly Benghazi meeting the Egyptian club’s financial demands for the 28-year-old. “Al Ahly Benghazi contacted me about signing Fattouh […] The article Zamalek reject two Al Ahly Benghazi bids for Ahmed Fattouh was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Moses Mabhida Stadium to host 2026 MTN8 final between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns
Moses Mabhida Stadium will stage the 2026 MTN8 Final between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday, 10 October, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00. The Premier Soccer League (PSL) confirmed the Durban venue on Tuesday, with tickets for the final due to go on sale online at 10:00 on Friday, 2 October 2026. The match […] The article Moses Mabhida Stadium to host 2026 MTN8 final between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoc...
McCarthy sees opportunity for Kenya in Mosimane’s Bafana transition
Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy believes South Africa’s change of manager could give the Harambee Stars an advantage when the teams meet twice in November in the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. McCarthy will face his home country as Kenya prepare for their first Africa Cup of Nations campaign as co-hosts, alongside Uganda and Tanzania. Pitso Mosimane […] The article McCarthy sees opportunity for Kenya in Mosimane’s Bafana transition was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Eric Tinkler emerges as leading contender for Durban City head coach role
Eric Tinkler has emerged as a leading candidate to become Durban City’s next head coach after leaving Asante Kotoko in the same week the South African club dismissed Khalil Ben Youssef. Tinkler and Alexander Latiffe are among the coaches being considered by Durban City as the Betway Premiership side searches for a replacement, IOL Sports […] The article Eric Tinkler emerges as leading contender for Durban City head coach role was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...
Moses Mabhida Stadium lined up to host 2026 MTN8 final
Moses Mabhida Stadium is expected to host the 2026 MTN8 final between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates, although the Premier Soccer League (PSL) has not yet formally confirmed the venue. The showpiece is set to return to Durban, with the stadium understood to be earmarked for the match on 10 October. The PSL will hold […] The article Moses Mabhida Stadium lined up to host 2026 MTN8 final was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Makhanya strengthens Bafana Bafana defence as Mbokazi returns to fitness
Olwethu Makhanya’s assured first full appearance for Bafana Bafana, combined with Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s return from injury, has given coach Pitso Mosimane a timely boost in central defence. Makhanya started alongside Ime Okon at centre-back as Bafana Bafana beat Guinea 2-1 at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday afternoon. The defender looked composed throughout, making a […] The article Makhanya strengthens Bafana Bafana defence as Mbokazi returns to fitness was written by Issa Said and first...
Lionel Messi scores stunning free-kick but Inter Miami suffer late defeat
Lionel Messi scored one of the most unusual free-kicks of his career, but Inter Miami were beaten 2-1 by Columbus Crew at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on Sunday. The Argentina captain found the far top corner from an almost impossible position, striking from wide on the right close to the edge of the penalty area and the […] The article Lionel Messi scores stunning free-kick but Inter Miami suffer late defeat was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mofokeng’s move to Belgium can strengthen Bafana Bafana, says Leboeuf
Relebohile Mofokeng’s move from Orlando Pirates to Royale Union Saint-Gilloise can provide a major boost to the South Africa national team, according to France legend Frank Leboeuf. The 21-year-old forward has joined the Belgian club after establishing himself as one of the most promising players in South African football. Leboeuf believes Mofokeng will face a […] The article Mofokeng’s move to Belgium can strengthen Bafana Bafana, says Leboeuf was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeare...
Mosimane tells Appollis to put Bafana Bafana ahead of Orlando Pirates habits
Pitso Mosimane has urged Orlando Pirates forward Oswin Appollis to adapt his game for Bafana Bafana, insisting the national team’s tactical demands must take priority over club-based habits. Aubrey Modiba and Appollis started on the left flank in Bafana Bafana’s 2-1 victory over Guinea in an AFCON qualifier at Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday afternoon. […] The article Mosimane tells Appollis to put Bafana Bafana ahead of Orlando Pirates habits was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on...
Ruud Gullit says South Africa have closed gap on France and Spain
Ruud Gullit has praised South Africa’s historic FIFA World Cup campaign, saying the improvement of emerging football nations is making life increasingly difficult for established powers such as France and Spain. Bafana Bafana reached the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time in their history earlier this year. Their campaign ended in […] The article Ruud Gullit says South Africa have closed gap on France and Spain was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mdaka credits consistency as Amajita retain COSAFA U20 crown
Amajita coach Raymond Mdaka says consistency was the key to South Africa’s successful defence of the 2026 COSAFA U20 title after a 2-1 victory over hosts Mozambique in Sunday’s final in Matola. The result secured a second successive regional championship for Amajita, who also won the tournament last year. Their run to the final has […] The article Mdaka credits consistency as Amajita retain COSAFA U20 crown was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Zidane hails Olise after France heroics against Belgium in Nations League
France coach Zinedine Zidane has praised Michael Olise after the Bayern Munich forward scored the late winner in the 1-0 Nations League victory over Belgium. Olise came off the bench in the 77th minute before producing the decisive moment 11 minutes later, giving France their second consecutive victory in the competition. The result moved Zidane’s […] The article Zidane hails Olise after France heroics against Belgium in Nations League was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSo...
Michael Olise comes off the bench to fire France past Belgium
Michael Olise scored a late winner as France defeated Belgium 1-0 at the King Baudouin Stadium on Monday to maintain their perfect start to the UEFA Nations League campaign. The France forward came off the bench before producing the decisive moment in the 88th minute, collecting a pass from Rayan Cherki before driving into the […] The article Michael Olise comes off the bench to fire France past Belgium was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Tunisia’s Mastouri double cancelled out as Botswana earn a point in CAN 2027 qualifier
Tunisia were held to a second successive draw in the CAN 2027 qualifiers after Botswana fought back for a 2-2 draw at Stade Hamadi Agrebi in Rades on Monday. The result came on the second matchday and marked another home disappointment for the Carthage Eagles, who were unable to hold on to a one-goal lead […] The article Tunisia’s Mastouri double cancelled out as Botswana earn a point in CAN 2027 qualifier was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Kayode announces Italy arrival with goal on international debut
Michael Kayode marked his first appearance for Italy by scoring in a 4-1 victory over Turkey in Bursa. The 22-year-old Brentford right-back made an immediate impression, finding the net for the first time in a Italy shirt as the Azzurri responded strongly to their recent defeat by Belgium. Born in Italy to parents from Ondo […] The article Kayode announces Italy arrival with goal on international debut was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Gabon and Niger meet with qualification momentum at stake
Gabon host Niger in Franceville on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, in the second round of Group A matches in the CAN 2027 qualifiers. Both sides are seeking a significant result after contrasting starts to their campaigns. The Panthers were beaten 2-0 by Morocco in their opening fixture and will be aiming to respond on home […] The article Gabon and Niger meet with qualification momentum at stake was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
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