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Luis Diaz eases Bayern Munich injury fears after Arsenal draw
Luis Diaz has reassured Bayern Munich supporters that the muscle problem he suffered against Arsenal is not serious. The Colombia winger said he may need only a few days’ rest after being forced off late in Bayern’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal in the third round of the Champions League league phase. “It is not serious,” […] The article Luis Diaz eases Bayern Munich injury fears after Arsenal draw was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Cesc Fabregas: Como’s 4-1 win over Manchester United ‘a special feeling’
Cesc Fabregas said Como’s 4-1 victory over Manchester United in the Champions League gave him “a special feeling”, regardless of the English club’s current difficulties. Como produced an impressive display at home, with Argentina forward Nico Paz scoring twice and setting up another goal as Fabregas’ side secured a convincing victory. “It is a special […] The article Cesc Fabregas: Como’s 4-1 win over Manchester United ‘a special feeling’ was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on Afric...
Barella admits Inter were below their best but says Shakhtar victory was what mattered
Nicolo Barella conceded that Inter did not produce their best performance in their 1-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk in the UEFA Champions League, but said securing three points was the priority after a difficult match played largely with 10 men. Inter were forced to defend their lead after Alessandro Bastoni was sent off for two […] The article Barella admits Inter were below their best but says Shakhtar victory was what mattered was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on Af...
Al Khaleej never considered Jose Gomes departure, says chairman
Al Khaleej chairman Ahmed Khreida says the Saudi Pro League club never considered dismissing manager Jose Gomes, despite their slow start to the season. Gomes took charge at the beginning of the current campaign, replacing Georgios Donis. Al Khaleej failed to win any of their opening league matches but have since recorded two victories in […] The article Al Khaleej never considered Jose Gomes departure, says chairman was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Kingsley Coman and Mohamed Simakan set to miss Al-Nassr’s Al-Faisaly clash
Kingsley Coman and Mohamed Simakan are expected to miss Al-Nassr’s Saudi league meeting with Al-Faisaly on Friday after medical advice ruled against their involvement. The match will be played as part of the 11th round of the competition. According to Saudi newspaper Al-Riyadiyah, Al-Nassr’s medical staff have recommended that both players continue their treatment and […] The article Kingsley Coman and Mohamed Simakan set to miss Al-Nassr’s Al-Faisaly clash was written by Issa Said and first...
Yaxel Lendeborg says Luka Doncic lost his respect after Warriors clash
Yaxel Lendeborg says he has lost respect for Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic after their heated exchange during the Lakers’ 127-105 victory over Golden State Warriors in the NBA. The confrontation took place during a game in which Lendeborg was assigned to defend the Slovenian during the first half. The Warriors rookie attempted to […] The article Yaxel Lendeborg says Luka Doncic lost his respect after Warriors clash was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Nagelsmann emerges as Manchester United contender if Carrick is dismissed
Julian Nagelsmann is expected to be among the leading candidates to replace Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager if the club decide to remove him, according to The Telegraph. The former Germany and Bayern Munich manager is interested in taking charge at Old Trafford, should Manchester United’s hierarchy opt to make a change at the […] The article Nagelsmann emerges as Manchester United contender if Carrick is dismissed was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mohamed Salah’s Trabzonspor move prompts Egypt-Turkiye tourism and trade event
Cairo will host an event promoting the Turkish city of Trabzon and exploring new opportunities for cooperation between Egypt and Turkiye, with Mohamed Salah’s presence at Trabzonspor credited as a key factor. The Egyptian forward’s move to Trabzonspor has strengthened links between Egypt and the city, according to a report by Turkish website 61saat. Initiatives […] The article Mohamed Salah’s Trabzonspor move prompts Egypt-Turkiye tourism and trade event was written by Alansary and first app...
Nico Paz hails ‘one of the best nights’ after Como thrash Manchester United 4-1
Nico Paz described Como’s 4-1 victory over Manchester United in the Champions League as one of the finest matches of his career, after scoring twice and creating another goal. The result, secured in the third round of the competition’s league phase, gave Como a memorable victory and left Manchester United without a win in seven […] The article Nico Paz hails ‘one of the best nights’ after Como thrash Manchester United 4-1 was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Kivu says Inter showed resilience to overcome Shakhtar Donetsk in Champions League
Inter manager Cristian Kivu said his side had to accept suffering and fight until the final whistle to secure a 1-0 Champions League victory over Shakhtar Donetsk. Inter played with 10 men after Alessandro Bastoni was sent off for two yellow cards shown in quick succession. Carlos Augusto then scored the decisive goal in the […] The article Kivu says Inter showed resilience to overcome Shakhtar Donetsk in Champions League was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Arteta fears Bukayo Saka injury is ‘not good’ after Arsenal draw with Bayern
Mikel Arteta says Bukayo Saka’s injury “does not look good” after the Arsenal winger was forced off early in the 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Saka left the field in the 10th minute at Allianz Arena after appearing to hurt his left thigh while falling as he attempted to pass the […] The article Arteta fears Bukayo Saka injury is ‘not good’ after Arsenal draw with Bayern was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Thibaut Courtois backs Vinicius Junior ahead of El Clasico and praises Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi
Thibaut Courtois has defended Real Madrid team-mate Vinicius Junior, saying only Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have consistently maintained their best level throughout their careers. The Real Madrid goalkeeper was speaking after his side’s 4-1 victory over Leipzig in the league phase of the Champions League. He also discussed Sunday’s El Clasico against Barcelona, Real […] The article Thibaut Courtois backs Vinicius Junior ahead of El Clasico and praises Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Mes...
Kompany rues late Arsenal leveller as Bayern Munich settle for Champions League draw
Vincent Kompany admitted Bayern Munich were frustrated to concede late in their 2-2 draw with Arsenal at the Allianz Arena, although he accepted the result may have been fair after both sides enjoyed spells of control. Bayern created more clear opportunities and felt they had done enough to win the Champions League contest, but Arsenal […] The article Kompany rues late Arsenal leveller as Bayern Munich settle for Champions League draw was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on Africa...
Saka injury concern grows after early exit in Arsenal’s draw with Bayern Munich
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says the club’s medical staff are “a little concerned” about Bukayo Saka after the England forward was forced off injured during Wednesday’s 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich. Saka left the field only a few minutes after the start of the Champions League league-phase match, played on matchday three. His early departure […] The article Saka injury concern grows after early exit in Arsenal’s draw with Bayern Munich was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSo...
Mourinho keeps Valverde’s El Clasico role secret after admitting selection dilemma
Jose Mourinho has refused to reveal whether Federico Valverde will continue at right-back when Real Madrid face Barcelona at Camp Nou on Sunday. The match is part of the 10th round of La Liga, with Valverde having started in the position in Real Madrid’s past two games despite Trent Alexander-Arnold and Denzel Dumfries being available […] The article Mourinho keeps Valverde’s El Clasico role secret after admitting selection dilemma was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer...
Comoros FA president Athouman questions plan to stage AFCON every four years
Comoros Football Federation president Saïd Ali Athouman has expressed surprise at plans to change the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from a biennial tournament to a competition held every four years. The proposal, announced by Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe in December 2025, is reportedly being reconsidered amid growing calls for the […] The article Comoros FA president Athouman questions plan to stage AFCON every four years was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi...
Courtois calls for defensive discipline as Real Madrid prepare for Barcelona clash
Thibaut Courtois says Real Madrid must beat Barcelona in the upcoming Clasico if they are to reduce the six-point gap to their rivals at the top of La Liga. The Belgium goalkeeper spoke after Real Madrid’s 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig in the third round of the league phase of the Champions League. Courtois played […] The article Courtois calls for defensive discipline as Real Madrid prepare for Barcelona clash was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mbappe says Vinicius’ frustration shows how much he cares for Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappe says Vinicius Junior’s disappointment is understandable because the Real Madrid forward is determined to perform at his best for the club and its supporters. Vinicius endured another subdued performance as Real Madrid beat Leipzig 4-1 at Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday in the third round of the league phase of the Champions League. The […] The article Mbappe says Vinicius’ frustration shows how much he cares for Real Madrid was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appe...
Paris Saint-Germain press ahead with Kvaratskhelia contract negotiations after knee injury
Paris Saint-Germain have maintained their plans to extend Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s contract despite the serious knee injury that is expected to keep the forward out for several months. The Georgia international suffered a tear to the cruciate ligament in his right knee during Paris Saint-Germain’s 4-2 victory over Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday evening. […] The article Paris Saint-Germain press ahead with Kvaratskhelia contract negotiations after knee injury was written by Abdul...
Mbappe calls PSG’s victory over Barcelona ‘a great game’ before Clasico
Kylian Mbappe watched his former club Paris Saint-Germain beat Barcelona 4-2 in the Champions League before preparing for Real Madrid’s meeting with the Catalan side. The Real Madrid forward followed Tuesday’s match on television and discussed it after scoring in his team’s 4-1 victory over Leipzig on Wednesday night. Speaking to Canal+, France captain Mbappe […] The article Mbappe calls PSG’s victory over Barcelona ‘a great game’ before Clasico was written by Alansary and first appeared on ...
Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Myeni calls for more chances for Pedersen
Former Orlando Pirates player Sifiso Myeni has urged head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and his technical team to give Sebastian Pedersen a sustained opportunity to prove himself, saying the striker has not been treated fairly since joining the club. Pedersen moved to the Buccaneers from Norwegian side Sogndal at the beginning of the season. The 27-year-old […] The article Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Myeni calls for more chances for Pedersen was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on...
Manenzhe praises Shabalala’s creativity after Chiefs’ draw with Stellenbosch
Former Orlando Pirates striker and football analyst Phumudzo Manenzhe has praised Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Mduduzi Shabalala for the creativity behind his equalising goal against Stellenbosch FC. Shabalala scored in the 58th minute as Chiefs drew 1-1 with Stellenbosch FC at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday, cancelling out Sinoxolo Kwayiba’s opening goal. The 21-year-old received the […] The article Manenzhe praises Shabalala’s creativity after Chiefs’ draw with Stellenbosch was written by Issa S...
Mngqithi and Barker guide Tanzanian clubs towards CAF Champions League success
South African coaches Manqoba Mngqithi and Steve Barker have strengthened their clubs’ hopes in the CAF Champions League after commanding victories in the preliminary rounds. Mngqithi’s Young Africans secured their place in the group stages with an emphatic 8-1 aggregate win against Madagascar champions CFFA. Young Africans completed the job with a 4-1 victory in […] The article Mngqithi and Barker guide Tanzanian clubs towards CAF Champions League success was written by Issa Said and first ...
Thapelo Morena confident Mamelodi Sundowns can retain CAF Champions League title
Mamelodi Sundowns utility player Thapelo Morena says the reigning CAF Champions League holders are capable of becoming back-to-back winners, despite being held to a goalless draw by Wiliete SC in the first leg of their group-stage play-off. The Angolan side frustrated Sundowns in last Sunday’s first meeting, leaving the tie finely balanced before the return […] The article Thapelo Morena confident Mamelodi Sundowns can retain CAF Champions League title was written by Eric Kwafo and first app...
Chiefs’ Mthethwa demands all-out effort to overturn Red Arrows deficit
Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Sibongiseni “Ox” Mthethwa says the team must give everything on the pitch to overturn their 1-0 deficit against Zambia’s Red Arrows in the CAF Confederation Cup. Chiefs host Red Arrows in the second leg of their second preliminary-round tie at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday at 6pm, knowing victory is required to […] The article Chiefs’ Mthethwa demands all-out effort to overturn Red Arrows deficit was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.co...
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