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Togo name 30-player provisional squad for Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Burundi and Zambia
Togo head coach Patrice Neveu has announced a 30-player provisional squad for the next two rounds of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers, with the Hawks set to face Burundi and Zambia in Group I. Togo will begin the international window at home against Burundi on Friday, 25 September 2026. The match will kick […] The article Togo name 30-player provisional squad for Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Burundi and Zambia was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...
Harry Kane proud of Ballon d’Or nomination after record-breaking 73-goal season
Harry Kane says he is “extremely proud” to be in contention for the Ballon d’Or after scoring 73 goals for Bayern Munich and England during a record-breaking campaign. The England captain’s tally was the second-highest recorded by a player in a single season in football history. Only Lionel Messi, who scored 82 goals in 2011-12, […] The article Harry Kane proud of Ballon d’Or nomination after record-breaking 73-goal season was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Nottingham Forest end Edu’s 14-month spell as global head of football
Nottingham Forest have terminated Edu Gaspar’s contract as their global head of football, bringing an end to the former Arsenal midfielder’s turbulent 14-month tenure at the City Ground. Edu joined Forest in July 2025 with a wide-ranging remit covering recruitment, squad planning, performance and player development across the club’s football structure. His responsibilities also extended […] The article Nottingham Forest end Edu’s 14-month spell as global head of football was written by Elikp...
Maitland-Niles makes instant Everton impact but insists starting place must be earned
Ainsley Maitland-Niles marked his Everton debut with a stoppage-time equaliser against Manchester United, but says he will have to fight for a regular place in the team. The 29-year-old came off the bench after joining Everton from Lyon for £4m on transfer deadline day. He made an immediate impression by curling a superb effort into […] The article Maitland-Niles makes instant Everton impact but insists starting place must be earned was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSo...
‘I’ve come home’ – Franck Kessie opens up on emotional Atalanta return
Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie says his return to Atalanta was a heartfelt decision after completing an emotional move back to the Italian club. The 29-year-old was presented to the media following his return to Bergamo, where he began his European football journey after leaving Ivory Coast as an 18-year-old. Kessie, who spent three years […] The article ‘I’ve come home’ – Franck Kessie opens up on emotional Atalanta return was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...
Former Wydad star Badr Kadarin set for Meknes move
Moroccan club COD Meknes have reached an agreement to sign former Wydad player Badr Kadarin from Ittihad Tanger as they continue preparations for the new season. The move forms part of Meknes’ efforts to strengthen their squad during the summer transfer window, with the club targeting experienced players ahead of the upcoming campaign. Kadarin is […] The article Former Wydad star Badr Kadarin set for Meknes move was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Ibrahim Adel features as FC Nordsjælland and FC Midtjylland share four-goal thriller
Ibrahim Adel started for FC Nordsjælland in their 2-2 draw away to FC Midtjylland on Monday, although the Egypt international was substituted before the match burst into life. The game was played at the seventh-round stage of the Danish Superliga, with FC Nordsjælland travelling to face FC Midtjylland. Adel was named in the visitors’ starting […] The article Ibrahim Adel features as FC Nordsjælland and FC Midtjylland share four-goal thriller was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared o...
Saudi Pro League newcomers Al-Diriyah sign Olympique Lyonnais midfielder Mathis De Carvalho
Saudi Arabian club Al-Diriyah have signed Portuguese midfielder Mathis De Carvalho from Olympique Lyonnais, with the 21-year-old agreeing a contract that runs until the summer of 2029. Al-Diriyah did not disclose the financial details of the transfer. However, reports have suggested that the deal is worth about €1m (£850,000), with additional bonuses included. The move […] The article Saudi Pro League newcomers Al-Diriyah sign Olympique Lyonnais midfielder Mathis De Carvalho was written by E...
Trezeguet leaves injured as Al-Riyadh held to goalless draw by Al-Khaleej
Mahmoud Hassan “Trezeguet” was forced off with an early injury as Al-Riyadh drew 0-0 with Al-Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League on Monday. The Egypt international started the sixth-round match but was unable to continue after being hurt in the 12th minute. He went down on the pitch and called for Al-Riyadh’s medical staff to […] The article Trezeguet leaves injured as Al-Riyadh held to goalless draw by Al-Khaleej was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Juan Carlos Garrido watches Ghazl El Mahalla match as club considers replacement for Ahmed Khattab
A source at Ghazl El Mahalla has explained why former Al Ahly manager Juan Carlos Garrido was present in the stands at Cairo International Stadium for the Egyptian Premier League match between National Bank of Egypt and Ghazl El Mahalla. Ghazl El Mahalla were trailing 2-1 at half-time in the fourth-round fixture, as the club […] The article Juan Carlos Garrido watches Ghazl El Mahalla match as club considers replacement for Ahmed Khattab was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first app...
Mostafa El Badry makes El Masry his favourite opponent with fifth goal contribution
Mostafa El Badry continued his impressive record against El Masry by scoring in Suez Petrojet’s Egyptian Premier League match at New Suez Stadium, taking his total involvement in goals against the club to five. Suez Petrojet faced El Masry in the fourth round of the Egyptian Premier League, with El Badry putting his side ahead […] The article Mostafa El Badry makes El Masry his favourite opponent with fifth goal contribution was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on Afri...
National Bank of Egypt continue resurgence with victory over Ghazl El Mahalla
National Bank of Egypt continued their revival in the Egyptian Premier League with a 3-1 victory over Ghazl El Mahalla, securing a second successive win in a match played in the absence of manager Ayman Al-Ramadi. Ayman Al-Ramadi was taken to hospital after suffering a health problem on Saturday morning. His condition later stabilised following […] The article National Bank of Egypt continue resurgence with victory over Ghazl El Mahalla was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on Afri...
Chivu wants Inter to take control against Real Madrid in Champions League opener
Inter manager Cristian Chivu says his side must be brave enough to control the game when they face Real Madrid at Santiago Bernabeu in their opening UEFA Champions League league-phase fixture on Tuesday. The Italian club go into the meeting with confidence after winning all three of their matches so far this season. Inter have […] The article Chivu wants Inter to take control against Real Madrid in Champions League opener was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Yassine Bounou injured in warm-up before Al Hilal’s Neom match
Al Hilal goalkeeper Yassine Bounou was forced out of the squad after suffering a muscle injury during the warm-up shortly before Monday’s Saudi Pro League meeting with Neom. Bounou had originally been named in Al Hilal’s starting line-up for the sixth round fixture. However, the Morocco international was withdrawn after sustaining the problem, with the […] The article Yassine Bounou injured in warm-up before Al Hilal’s Neom match was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSocc...
Bradley Barcola sets early speed record at Liverpool
Bradley Barcola has made an instant impression following his high-profile move from Paris Saint-Germain to Liverpool, with the French winger already setting a Premier League benchmark in his debut. The transfer, valued at close to €150 million including bonuses, placed significant expectations on the 24-year-old, who responded by helping Liverpool secure a 2-0 away victory […] The article Bradley Barcola sets early speed record at Liverpool was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on ...
Morocco U20 World Cup winner Taha Majni joins Crystal Palace from Union Touarga
Crystal Palace have completed the signing of Moroccan defender Taha Majni from Botola Pro side Union Touarga, with the teenager initially joining the English Premier League club’s Under-21 squad. Majni arrives in England with valuable first-team experience despite his young age, having made 17 senior appearances for Union Touarga. The defender was also part of […] The article Morocco U20 World Cup winner Taha Majni joins Crystal Palace from Union Touarga was written by Eric Kwafo and first a...
Lionel Mpasi out for months after achilles rupture
Le Havre goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi has been dealt a devastating blow after sustaining an Achilles tendon rupture during Saturday’s Ligue 1 defeat to Stade Brestois. The Congolese international made a crucial late save before going down in pain and being stretchered off the pitch, leaving teammates and supporters deeply concerned. Medical tests conducted on Sunday […] The article Lionel Mpasi out for months after achilles rupture was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...
Felix Nmecha not yet at full fitness for Borussia Dortmund
Felix Nmecha is not yet at his peak condition for Borussia Dortmund, head coach Niko Kovac has confirmed, as the club carefully manages his return to full fitness. The 25-year-old midfielder was substituted in the 55th minute of Dortmund’s 3-2 victory over Hoffenheim, continuing a pattern of restricted playing time as he works his way […] The article Felix Nmecha not yet at full fitness for Borussia Dortmund was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Christian Kofane nears Bayer Leverkusen contract extension
Bayer Leverkusen are close to securing Christian Kofane’s long-term future with a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2031. The 20-year-old Cameroon international’s current deal runs until 2029, but Bild reports that an early two-year extension is now in the final stages of completion. The move rewards Kofane’s rapid progress since […] The article Christian Kofane nears Bayer Leverkusen contract extension was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Moroccan wonderkid Ayoub Bouaddi named in Manchester City squad for Porto Champions League clash
Moroccan youngster Ayoub Bouaddi has been named in Manchester City’s squad for their UEFA Champions League clash against Porto on Tuesday. City manager Enzo Maresca has selected a 22-man travelling squad for the opening round of the 2026/27 Champions League league stage, with the English side set to face the Portuguese giants at the Estádio […] The article Moroccan wonderkid Ayoub Bouaddi named in Manchester City squad for Porto Champions League clash was written by Sylvester Ntim and first ...
Chippa United seek Buffalo City Stadium switch for Mamelodi Sundowns fixture
Chippa United have applied to move their Betway Premiership match against Mamelodi Sundowns away from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium after the Gqeberha venue failed to satisfy the PSL’s required standards. The fixture remains scheduled for Saturday, 12 September 2026, but it will no longer be played at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. Chippa have formally requested […] The article Chippa United seek Buffalo City Stadium switch for Mamelodi Sundowns fixture was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appe...
AmaZulu FC striker Ngwenya backed for Betway Premiership Golden Boot
Former AmaZulu FC striker Dumisani Ngwenya believes the club’s new forward Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya can challenge for the 2026/27 Betway Premiership Golden Boot after making a remarkable start to the season. The 23-year-old has scored eight goals in his first six appearances in the elite division, announcing himself as one of the most dangerous finishers in […] The article AmaZulu FC striker Ngwenya backed for Betway Premiership Golden Boot was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on Afric...
Kaizer Chiefs: Young Itumeleng Khune’s breakthrough in the 2008 MTN8 remembered
Kaizer Chiefs’ 2008 MTN8 triumph is remembered not only for the trophy the Soweto club lifted, but also as the tournament in which a young Itumeleng Khune began to establish himself on the biggest stage. For Amakhosi supporters, the competition offered an early glimpse of the goalkeeper who would go on to become one of […] The article Kaizer Chiefs: Young Itumeleng Khune’s breakthrough in the 2008 MTN8 remembered was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Bafana Bafana players still waiting for 2026 World Cup bonuses
Bafana Bafana players and members of the technical staff have yet to receive their bonuses for South Africa’s historic 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, despite SAFA having received its tournament money six weeks ago. An insider has told KickOff that the players and staff were expected to be paid by the end of August. The […] The article Bafana Bafana players still waiting for 2026 World Cup bonuses was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Willemse recalled as Springboks keep changes to a minimum for All Blacks decider
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has made just two changes to the side that beat New Zealand in Johannesburg for Saturday’s Greatest Rivalry Series decider against the All Blacks in Baltimore. Damian Willemse returns at full-back in place of the injured Cheslin Kolbe, while Morne van den Berg has been promoted to the starting line-up at […] The article Willemse recalled as Springboks keep changes to a minimum for All Blacks decider was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...