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CAF expert gives Tripoli International Stadium security green light ahead of matches
CAF Director of Safety and Security Christian Emerowa has inspected Tripoli International Stadium as Libya steps up preparations to host continental and international football matches. Emerowa assessed the stadium’s security and operational arrangements during his visit, measuring the facility against the safety requirements and standards of the Confederation of African Football. His inspection focused on […] The article CAF expert gives Tripoli International Stadium security green light ahe...
Ballon d’Or: Ayoub Bouaddi and Ibrahim Maza named among 10 nominees for young player award
France Football has announced the 10 nominees for its young player of the year award, with Morocco international Ayoub Bouaddi and Algeria international Ibrahim Maza included on the shortlist for the Ballon d’Or ceremony. Both players are among the emerging names competing for one of the event’s individual honours. Bouaddi is listed as a Manchester […] The article Ballon d’Or: Ayoub Bouaddi and Ibrahim Maza named among 10 nominees for young player award was written by Elias Boateng and first...
Yassine Bounou, Thibaut Courtois and Vozinha shortlisted for Ballon d’Or goalkeeper award
Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou is among the 10 nominees for the Ballon d’Or award for the world’s best goalkeeper. The Al Hilal goalkeeper will compete against Real Madrid’s Belgium international Thibaut Courtois and Cape Verde international Vozinha, who plays for Chilean club Colo-Colo. The Ballon d’Or ceremony is held annually to recognise the best players […] The article Yassine Bounou, Thibaut Courtois and Vozinha shortlisted for Ballon d’Or goalkeeper award was written by Eric Kwafo ...
Kingsley Coman to miss Al Nassr games against Abha and Al Khaleej
Kingsley Coman and Inigo Martinez will miss Al Nassr’s next two Saudi league matches after medical examinations showed that both players need at least seven days of rest, according to Saudi newspaper Al Riyadiyah. The France international Coman and Spain defender Martinez are expected to be unavailable for Al Nassr’s fixtures against Abha and Al […] The article Kingsley Coman to miss Al Nassr games against Abha and Al Khaleej was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on Afr...
Lamine Yamal says performances may have upset Ousmane Dembele and Kylian Mbappe
Lamine Yamal believes his performances for Barcelona and Spain last season placed him among the best players in the world, and suggested his displays may have influenced Ousmane Dembele and Kylian Mbappe’s views in the Ballon d’Or debate. Barcelona are preparing to face Feyenoord at Camp Nou on Wednesday in their opening match of the […] The article Lamine Yamal says performances may have upset Ousmane Dembele and Kylian Mbappe was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer...
Zamalek v AS Port: Tazkarti opens ticket sales for CAF Champions League second leg
Tazkarti has opened bookings for tickets to Zamalek’s CAF Champions League meeting with Djibouti’s AS Port, with the Egyptian side holding a 2-1 advantage from the first leg. The second-leg match in the first preliminary round is scheduled to take place at 20:00 on Saturday, 12 September. The fixture will be played at Zamalek’s stadium. […] The article Zamalek v AS Port: Tazkarti opens ticket sales for CAF Champions League second leg was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on Africa...
Basadien makes Sundowns breakthrough after fighting for his chance
Mamelodi Sundowns left-back Fawaaz Basadien says consistency and self-belief have driven his return to prominence after he was given increased opportunities this season. Basadien has played six times for Sundowns in all competitions this campaign, already surpassing half of the 11 appearances he made throughout the whole of last season. The upturn represents a significant […] The article Basadien makes Sundowns breakthrough after fighting for his chance was written by Issa Said and first app...
Mbokazi recovery offers Mosimane timely Bafana Bafana boost
Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s return to training with Chicago Fire has raised hopes that he could be available for South Africa during the November international break, providing new Bafana Bafana manager Pitso Mosimane with a major defensive boost. The 20-year-old centre-back was omitted from Mosimane’s 35-man preliminary squad for South Africa’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations […] The article Mbokazi recovery offers Mosimane timely Bafana Bafana boost was written by Abdul Karim and first appeare...
Napoli v Arsenal: Key team news ahead of Champions League opener
Napoli and Arsenal begin their Champions League campaigns with a high-profile meeting at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, with both sides facing important selection questions before the first matchday of the league phase. The Italian club are expected to be particularly weakened in defence and midfield. Napoli manager Massimiliano Allegri will be without Scott McTominay, […] The article Napoli v Arsenal: Key team news ahead of Champions League opener was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appi...
Mamelodi Sundowns rely on resilience in bid to extend Premiership lead
Mamelodi Sundowns defender Fawaaz Basadien says the club’s determination to fight until the final whistle has been central to their recent success as they prepare to face struggling Siwelele on Wednesday. Sundowns moved three points clear of second-placed Orlando Pirates after beating Golden Arrows 2-1 in a Premiership match on Sunday. Pirates have a game […] The article Mamelodi Sundowns rely on resilience in bid to extend Premiership lead was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on ...
Kelechi Iheanacho sets career record after scoring in six consecutive Bursaspor matches
Kelechi Iheanacho is enjoying a remarkable resurgence in Turkey, with the Nigerian striker scoring in each of his first six league appearances for Bursaspor and establishing the best scoring run of his career. The 29-year-old has wasted little time making an impact since joining the Turkish TFF First League club on a free transfer following […] The article Kelechi Iheanacho sets career record after scoring in six consecutive Bursaspor matches was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on ...
Orlando Pirates target Marumo Gallants midfielder Bheki Mabuza
Orlando Pirates are targeting Marumo Gallants midfielder Bheki Mabuza as they look to further strengthen their squad. The potential move would be an unexpected one because Mabuza has not previously been linked with the Soweto club, including in recent reports about possible transfers. A source at Marumo Gallants told Soccer Laduma that Pirates have been […] The article Orlando Pirates target Marumo Gallants midfielder Bheki Mabuza was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns set for statistical title duel
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are separated by fine margins at the top of the 2026/27 Betway Premiership, with each side dominating different aspects of the game according to statistical analysis. The two clubs currently occupy first and second place in the league standings, and the available data underlines how closely matched they are in […] The article Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns set for statistical title duel was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer....
Mohau Nkota return delayed as Orlando Pirates assess winger’s fitness
Orlando Pirates supporters may have to wait longer to see Mohau Nkota return to competitive football, despite the Bafana Bafana winger having resumed training after rejoining the club on a season-long loan from Al-Ettifaq. Pirates confirmed Nkota’s return on Thursday last week, bringing the 21-year-old back to the club where he first made his breakthrough. […] The article Mohau Nkota return delayed as Orlando Pirates assess winger’s fitness was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on...
Sharks secure Vusi Moyo on long-term deal until 2029
The Sharks have secured the future of promising flyhalf Vusi Moyo, with the Junior Springbok agreeing to remain with the franchise until 2029. Moyo has signed a contract extension that keeps him at the Sharks for the next four years, underlining the team’s belief in his potential and his importance to their long-term plans. The […] The article Sharks secure Vusi Moyo on long-term deal until 2029 was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Lamine Yamal injury rules Barcelona star out for rest of season
FC Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a hamstring injury in Wednesday’s 1-0 victory over Celta Vigo. The Spain international appeared to pull his hamstring shortly after converting a penalty in the 40th minute. FC Barcelona later confirmed that medical tests had identified an injury to the biceps […] The article Lamine Yamal injury rules Barcelona star out for rest of season was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on Afric...
Mbappe double sends Real Madrid top of LALIGA after Villarreal comeback
Real Madrid moved above FC Barcelona to the summit of LALIGA after Kylian Mbappe scored twice in a 2-1 comeback victory over Villarreal on Saturday evening. The result also saw Mbappe reach the 30-goal mark, reinforcing his importance to the reigning champions as they continued their title challenge. Real Madrid had been involved in a […] The article Mbappe double sends Real Madrid top of LALIGA after Villarreal comeback was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Ballon d’Or 2026: Barcelona nominated for women’s award as Real Madrid miss out
France Football has announced the nominees for the men’s and women’s Club of the Year awards at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony, with Real Madrid absent from both lists and FC Barcelona included only in the women’s category. The nominations for the men’s award feature Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Bodø/Glimt, Flamengo and Paris Saint-Germain. It marks […] The article Ballon d’Or 2026: Barcelona nominated for women’s award as Real Madrid miss out was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on Africa...
Real Madrid deny banning Spanish flags before Champions League tie with Inter Milan
Real Madrid have issued an urgent statement denying reports that Spanish flags, or flags representing the country’s autonomous regions and cities, will be prohibited at the Santiago Bernabeu before their Champions League opener against Inter Milan. The statement was released on Tuesday evening, only hours before Real Madrid begin their European campaign at home. The […] The article Real Madrid deny banning Spanish flags before Champions League tie with Inter Milan was written by Samuel Ekow ...
Togo name 29-man provisional squad for Burundi and Zambia AFCON qualifiers
Togo head coach Patrice Neveu has announced a 29-man provisional squad for the Sparrowhawks’ opening matches in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Togo are set to begin their qualifying campaign during the upcoming international break, with two challenging fixtures against Burundi and Zambia scheduled for September. The Sparrowhawks will host Burundi on September […] The article Togo name 29-man provisional squad for Burundi and Zambia AFCON qualifiers was written by Sylvester Ntim a...
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...
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