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Rayan Aït-Nouri stuns in Manchester City training despite limited minutes
Algerian international produces spectacular finish as training video spreads online Rayan Aït-Nouri has reminded Manchester City supporters of his technical ability with a spectacular finish in training, despite having struggled for regular playing time since the start of the season. The Algerian international has had limited opportunities since joining City and is yet to feature […] The article Rayan Aït-Nouri stuns in Manchester City training despite limited minutes was written by Elikplim...
Warm welcome: Ghazl El Mahalla welcomes Zamalek ahead of League clash
Club sends message to Zamalek delegation and supporters before anticipated league meeting Ghazl El Mahalla has welcomed Zamalek, its board of directors and supporters to El Mahalla El Kubra ahead of the two clubs’ league meeting at Ghazl El Mahalla Stadium. The home club used its official social media pages to send a message of […] The article Warm welcome: Ghazl El Mahalla welcomes Zamalek ahead of League clash was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Vincenzo Alberto Annese finalises new Equatorial Guinea technical staff
Equatorial Guinea head coach Vincenzo Alberto Annese has finalised his technical and medical team as the Nzalang Nacional prepare for their upcoming international assignments. Annese has assembled a group of professionals with experience across European and international football, with the new structure expected to strengthen the national team’s preparation, physical conditioning, tactical analysis and player […] The article Vincenzo Alberto Annese finalises new Equatorial Guinea technical s...
Women’s U20 World Cup: Brazil and United States head to extra time after 1-1 draw
Brazil and the United States will meet in extra time to decide their Women’s U20 World Cup last-16 tie after the sides remained level at 1-1 following 90 minutes. The opening half was tightly contested, with both teams committing themselves to the challenge and creating only a handful of chances. Neither side was able to […] The article Women’s U20 World Cup: Brazil and United States head to extra time after 1-1 draw was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer...
Herve Renard names first Cote d’Ivoire squad since returning as coach
Herve Renard has announced his first Cote d’Ivoire squad since returning to lead the national team, selecting 24 players for the Elephants’ upcoming fixtures. The French coach previously guided Cote d’Ivoire to the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations title. His latest squad includes three goalkeepers, eight defenders, six midfielders and seven forwards. Goalkeepers: Fofana Yahia, […] The article Herve Renard names first Cote d’Ivoire squad since returning as coach was written by Issa Said and first a...
Brazil and USA locked level at half-time in Women’s U20 World Cup last-16 tie
Brazil and the United States went into half-time goalless in a tightly contested Women’s U20 World Cup last-16 match in Katowice. The two title contenders produced a cautious opening 45 minutes, with neither side able to create many clear chances. Despite the lack of attacking opportunities, the match was played with considerable energy and intensity […] The article Brazil and USA locked level at half-time in Women’s U20 World Cup last-16 tie was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared ...
AC Milan v Benfica: Where to watch Europa League match live
AC Milan host Benfica at San Siro on Wednesday, 16 September 2026, in the opening round of the league phase of the Europa League. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 GMT, which is 21:00 in Italy. In sub-Saharan Africa, the match will be shown on New World Sport 1, which has officially announced coverage from 19:00 […] The article AC Milan v Benfica: Where to watch Europa League match live was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mauritania name 27-man squad for Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers
Mauritania have announced a 27-player squad for their opening two Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying matches in Group F. The Mourabitounes begin their campaign at home against the Central African Republic on 24 September 2026, before travelling to Benin for their second fixture on 29 September. The squad selected for the two matches is: […] The article Mauritania name 27-man squad for Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Maresca backs VAR officials after controversial Haaland goal in Manchester derby
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has defended VAR officials after Erling Haaland’s controversial winner was allowed to stand in Sunday’s 1-0 victory over Manchester United. Haaland struck in the 60th minute at Old Trafford to give City a fourth consecutive Premier League win, but the goal has been overshadowed by a decision that the refereeing […] The article Maresca backs VAR officials after controversial Haaland goal in Manchester derby was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on ...
Kaizer Chiefs’ ‘Glamour Boys’ identity shines through in players’ fashion
Kaizer Chiefs’ long-standing “Glamour Boys” nickname is being reflected increasingly in the way their players present themselves away from the football pitch. The club’s dressing room contains a mix of personalities and backgrounds, with players drawing on contemporary streetwear, sportswear and cultural identity to shape their individual styles. Lebogang Maboe is arguably the most established […] The article Kaizer Chiefs’ ‘Glamour Boys’ identity shines through in players’ fashion was writt...
2010 Bafana legends denied chance to meet 2026 squad, says Samlfa chief
South African Masters and Legends Football Association (Samlfa) president Jacob ‘Buddha’ Mathathe says the 2010 Bafana Bafana squad was prevented from meeting the current team during the 2026 World Cup in Mexico. South Africa returned to the World Cup 16 years after hosting the tournament in 2010. Their opening fixture in Mexico carried added significance […] The article 2010 Bafana legends denied chance to meet 2026 squad, says Samlfa chief was written by Alansary and first appeared on Afri...
Herve Renard names youthful Cote d’Ivoire squad with eight new faces
Herve Renard has announced his first Cote d’Ivoire squad since returning as head coach, selecting 25 players for the start of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying campaign. The list includes eight newcomers, seven of whom are under-21. The Elephants begin their new cycle against Ghana in Bouake on 24 September. They host Somalia […] The article Herve Renard names youthful Cote d’Ivoire squad with eight new faces was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Yassir Zabiri faces boyhood club FC Barcelona after stunning start with Racing Santander
Yassir Zabiri will face the club he supported as a child on Wednesday, when Racing Santander visit FC Barcelona at Camp Nou. But the 21-year-old Morocco striker will arrive as one of La Liga’s early-season sensations rather than a spectator, having scored five goals in five league matchdays. Zabiri began the campaign on the bench […] The article Yassir Zabiri faces boyhood club FC Barcelona after stunning start with Racing Santander was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaS...
Yakoub Gassi: MC Alger’s rising right-back must now turn promise into playing time
Yakoub Gassi has already made significant progress at MC Alger, but the 20-year-old’s next step is clear: regular first-team football. The right-back is sixth in #TalentsAlgeriens, a series highlighting 25 young players to watch in Algerian Ligue 1 during the 2026/27 season. The selection is necessarily subjective and considers more than natural ability. Potential, an […] The article Yakoub Gassi: MC Alger’s rising right-back must now turn promise into playing time was written by Abdul Karim...
Mosimane to name final Bafana Bafana squad on Thursday
Pitso Mosimane will announce his first final Bafana Bafana squad since returning as head coach on Thursday, the South African Football Association (SAFA) has confirmed. Mosimane was unveiled as the new Bafana Bafana coach at a press briefing at SAFA House earlier in September, replacing Belgian manager Hugo Broos. The former Al Ahly and Mamelodi […] The article Mosimane to name final Bafana Bafana squad on Thursday was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Wydad’s missed deadline ends Elias Mokwana transfer hopes
Wydad Athletic Club failed to submit the required paperwork for Elias Mokwana before their transfer window closed, ending the Bafana Bafana winger’s proposed move to Morocco. Mokwana, 27, is a free agent after ending his spell with Esperance Sportive de Tunis. He had been in talks with the Casablanca club over a move to the […] The article Wydad’s missed deadline ends Elias Mokwana transfer hopes was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Guinea name squad for South Africa and Kenya Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
Guinea head coach Paulo Duarte has selected his squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against South Africa and Kenya, with Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy the most prominent name included. Guinea will travel to face South Africa at Orlando Amstel Arena on 26 September before hosting Kenya on 1 October. Duarte’s team […] The article Guinea name squad for South Africa and Kenya Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer...
Federico Valverde backs Yan Diomande after Real Madrid display
Federico Valverde has offered strong support for Yan Diomande after the Real Madrid youngster impressed in Tuesday’s meeting with Elche. The Uruguayan midfielder praised Diomande’s confidence and ability in one-on-one situations, highlighting the qualities that make him such a dangerous attacking option. “Yan Diomande is a player who has ALL the qualities you want when […] The article Federico Valverde backs Yan Diomande after Real Madrid display was written by Elias Boateng and first appear...
Orlando Pirates lose potential home advantage as African Stars choose Botswana venue
Orlando Pirates will have to travel for the first leg of their CAF Champions League second preliminary-round tie against African Stars after the Namibian club confirmed a change of venue. The match will be played at the Botswana National Stadium in Gaborone on Saturday, October 17 at 15:00 Namibian time. African Stars had been expected […] The article Orlando Pirates lose potential home advantage as African Stars choose Botswana venue was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSocc...
Williams set for first meeting with Mendy as Sundowns face Al Ahli
Mamelodi Sundowns captain Ronwen Williams will finally come up against Senegal goalkeeper Eduardo Mendy when the African club champions host Al Ahli in the African-Asian-Pacific Cup on Saturday. The intercontinental contest brings together two sides packed with players who have appeared at a World Cup, raising the standard of the fixture beyond a conventional club […] The article Williams set for first meeting with Mendy as Sundowns face Al Ahli was written by Alansary and first appeared on ...
Soccer Laduma 1492: Chiefs, Sundowns and the future of South Africa’s DDC
The 1492nd edition of Soccer Laduma, available on Thursday, 17th September 2026, examines Brandon Petersen’s position at Kaizer Chiefs, Thabo Cele’s move to Mamelodi Sundowns and growing concerns over the future of the DStv Diski Challenge. Chiefs assess Petersen debate Kaizer Chiefs’ uneven start to the season has been accompanied by costly defensive and goalkeeping […] The article Soccer Laduma 1492: Chiefs, Sundowns and the future of South Africa’s DDC was written by Elikplim Bokor and fi...
Khanye questions Da Cruz’s ability to win trophies at Kaizer Chiefs
Kaizer Chiefs midfielder-turned-pundit Junior Khanye believes Fernando Da Cruz will struggle to deliver silverware at the club, despite Amakhosi remaining unbeaten after six Betway Premiership matches. Chiefs have made an undefeated start to the league campaign, recording three wins and three draws. They sit fourth in the Betway Premiership standings after being held to a […] The article Khanye questions Da Cruz’s ability to win trophies at Kaizer Chiefs was written by Elias Boateng and firs...
How Milimo Nalumango’s fitness session turned into an Orlando Pirates contract
Milimo Nalumango’s attempt to stay fit after finishing school unexpectedly led to a move to Orlando Pirates. The 19-year-old defender joined the Buccaneers’ development structures after returning from Germany, having previously spent much of his football education in South Africa and abroad. Nalumango’s father, Dr David Tebogo Nalumango, said there had been no detailed plan […] The article How Milimo Nalumango’s fitness session turned into an Orlando Pirates contract was written by Sylvester...
Soccer Laduma issue 1492 reveals latest Siya football stories
Soccer Laduma’s latest edition, issue 1492, is now available, featuring an exclusive Siyagobhoza report on the latest developments involving leading clubs and footballers. The edition’s opening stories include the complications surrounding Nalumango’s change of association and whether Santos are considering a return to the Euro. Orlando Pirates could turn their attention to AmaZulu’s Radebe, while […] The article Soccer Laduma issue 1492 reveals latest Siya football stories was written by Er...
Morocco attacker Yassir El Zabiri rediscovers scoring touch as Racing Santander move pays off
Moroccan international Yassir El Zabiri appears to have found the perfect environment to revive his career after making a strong start to life at Spanish side Racing Santander. The young striker endured a difficult spell at Stade Rennais, where injuries, limited opportunities and competition for places restricted his progress. However, his move to newly promoted […] The article Morocco attacker Yassir El Zabiri rediscovers scoring touch as Racing Santander move pays off was written by Sylves...
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