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Pyramids name squad for CAF Champions League trip to Mريخ Bentiu
Pyramids FC head coach Rulani Mokwena has announced his squad for the team’s trip to South Sudan to face Mريخ Bentiu in the first leg of the CAF Champions League round of 32. Mريخ Bentiu will host the Egyptian club, with the winner of the tie progressing directly to the group stage. Mحمود جاد and […] The article Pyramids name squad for CAF Champions League trip to Mريخ Bentiu was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Zamalek file complaint over alleged abuse in televised derby
The Higher Council for Media Regulation has received an official complaint from Zamalek against Walid Farouk, the director of the televised match between Zamalek and Al Ahly. Al Ahly won the Egyptian Premier League derby 2-0 in the sixth round, with Zamalek objecting to the broadcast of chants made by Al Ahly supporters after the […] The article Zamalek file complaint over alleged abuse in televised derby was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Morocco attacker Soufiane Rahimi scores brace as Al Ain thrash Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya
Moroccan international Soufiane Rahimi delivered an outstanding performance for Al Ain, scoring twice to inspire the Emirati side to a commanding 4–1 victory over Iraq’s Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya in the second round of the AFC Champions League Elite’s West Zone group stage on Monday. The forward played a decisive role in Al Ain’s emphatic away triumph, […] The article Morocco attacker Soufiane Rahimi scores brace as Al Ain thrash Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on ...
Eric Chelle urges CAF to investigate poor pitches after Nigeria defeat
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has called on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to investigate the use of poor pitches in international matches, suggesting some teams may be deliberately limiting the Super Eagles’ style of play. Chelle’s comments follow Nigeria’s 3-0 defeat away to Guinea-Bissau in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying […] The article Eric Chelle urges CAF to investigate poor pitches after Nigeria defeat was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and fir...
CS Sfaxien part ways with coach Nabil Kouki ahead of CAF Confederation Cup clash
Tunisian giants CS Sfaxien have parted ways with head coach Nabil Kouki and his entire technical staff by mutual consent, the club has announced. The decision brings an end to Kouki’s second spell—or tenure, appointed in July 2026—at the helm of the first team after just seven matches in charge across domestic and continental competitions. […] The article CS Sfaxien part ways with coach Nabil Kouki ahead of CAF Confederation Cup clash was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on Afric...
Burkina Faso’s mixed international window brings four points and Argentina controversy
Burkina Faso took four points from their opening two Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2027 qualifying matches under Amir Abdou, but their international window was overshadowed by the decision to withdraw from a friendly against Argentina. The Stallions began their campaign with a 1-1 draw against Benin at the Stade du 4-Aout in Ouagadougou on […] The article Burkina Faso’s mixed international window brings four points and Argentina controversy was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on Afric...
Villarreal and Napoli seek first UEFA Champions League win in Spain
Villarreal and Napoli will meet at the Estadio de la Ceramica on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, with both sides looking to recover from opening-day defeats in the league phase of the UEFA Champions League. The match begins at 21:00, with each team seeking its first victory of the competition. Villarreal were beaten 3-2 by Borussia […] The article Villarreal and Napoli seek first UEFA Champions League win in Spain was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
UFOA-B U17: Togo and Burkina Faso meet with first win at stake
Togo and Burkina Faso will meet on Tuesday in the second round of the UFOA-B U17 tournament, with both sides seeking their first victory. The match will be played at the 4-Aout Stadium in Ouagadougou, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 GMT. Togo must respond after beginning their campaign with a 1-0 defeat by Ghana last […] The article UFOA-B U17: Togo and Burkina Faso meet with first win at stake was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Infantino remains favourite for FIFA re-election despite growing criticism
Gianni Infantino remains the clear favourite to win a fourth and final term as FIFA president next March, despite weeks of criticism and growing opposition to his leadership, observers have told AFP. The 56-year-old Swiss has lost support from several football associations since proposing, and then quickly abandoning, a plan to introduce private investment into […] The article Infantino remains favourite for FIFA re-election despite growing criticism was written by Abdul Karim and first appe...
Champions League: Manchester United, Arsenal and Barcelona lead Tuesday’s Matchday 2 action
The UEFA Champions League returns on Tuesday with nine fixtures as all 36 clubs continue their campaigns in the expanded league phase. Manchester United travel to Atletico Madrid, Arsenal host LOSC Lille and FC Barcelona face Galatasaray in Istanbul in three of the evening’s main games. Atletico Madrid v Manchester United Riyadh Air Metropolitano | […] The article Champions League: Manchester United, Arsenal and Barcelona lead Tuesday’s Matchday 2 action was written by Sylvester Ntim and fir...
Yassir Zabiri revives his career in Spain after difficult spell at Rennes
Moroccan striker Yassir Zabiri has enjoyed an impressive turnaround in Spain, where his goalscoring form for Racing Santander has brought him back into the spotlight after a frustrating spell at French club Rennes. The forward, who joined Racing Santander on loan from Stade Rennais, has emerged as one of the standout performers in the 2026 […] The article Yassir Zabiri revives his career in Spain after difficult spell at Rennes was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Felix Sanchez appointed Bahrain boss after missing out on Algeria job
Felix Sanchez has been appointed head coach of Bahrain, two months after being regarded as a leading contender to replace Vladimir Petkovic as Algeria manager. The Bahrain Football Association confirmed the Spanish coach’s appointment on Monday. He will take charge during the November international window and has been tasked with leading Bahrain at the 2027 […] The article Felix Sanchez appointed Bahrain boss after missing out on Algeria job was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on A...
Nigeria and Ghana penalties cancelled after beach soccer qualifying error
Nigeria and Ghana will replay the conclusion of their Africa Cup of Nations beach soccer qualifying tie on Sunday after an officiating error led to extra time and penalties being played in a first-leg match that should have ended in a draw. The two West African neighbours drew 3-3 in Kaduna on Saturday in the […] The article Nigeria and Ghana penalties cancelled after beach soccer qualifying error was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Abdel Aziz Bouh to referee Egypt’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Malawi
Mauritanian referee Abdel Aziz Bouh has been appointed to oversee Egypt’s Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying match against Malawi on Friday, 13 November at Cairo International Stadium. Bouh will be assisted by Ibrahim Salem and Youssef Mohamed, while Babacar Sarr has been named as the fourth official. The match is the third round of […] The article Abdel Aziz Bouh to referee Egypt’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Malawi was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSocce...
Dani Carvajal joins Getafe after La Liga registration issue resolved
Getafe have completed the signing of former Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal on a free transfer, bringing an end to the uncertainty that had delayed the move. The Spain right-back has agreed a contract with the club until the end of the current season. Carvajal had been expected to join Getafe last week, but the […] The article Dani Carvajal joins Getafe after La Liga registration issue resolved was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mahmoud Mamdouh hat-trick puts Modern Sport striker top of Egyptian Premier League scoring charts
Mahmoud Mamdouh says he will do everything possible to earn a call-up to the Egypt squad after becoming the Egyptian Premier League’s leading scorer. The Modern Sport forward scored three times as his side beat Al Sharqia Enppi 3-2 at Cairo Stadium in the sixth round of the league season. The match featured five goals, […] The article Mahmoud Mamdouh hat-trick puts Modern Sport striker top of Egyptian Premier League scoring charts was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer....
Cristiano Ronaldo equals Al-Nassr’s Asian scoring record in win over Neftchi Fergana
Cristiano Ronaldo has become Al-Nassr’s joint all-time leading scorer in Asian competitions after helping the Saudi club beat Neftchi Fergana 3-1 in the AFC Champions League Elite. The Portugal forward scored Al-Nassr’s second goal in the second round of the West section, opening his account in this season’s competition and taking his total for the […] The article Cristiano Ronaldo equals Al-Nassr’s Asian scoring record in win over Neftchi Fergana was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and...
Tuesday’s football: Barcelona, Arsenal and Manchester United in Champions League action
A busy day of football on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, features Egyptian Premier League fixtures, the second round of the UEFA Champions League league phase and matches in the AFC Champions League. Egyptian Premier League Bank Al Ahly host Tala’ea El Gaish at Cairo International Stadium in the sixth round, with kick-off at 17:00. The […] The article Tuesday’s football: Barcelona, Arsenal and Manchester United in Champions League action was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSocc...
Egypt to face Malawi in November Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
CAF has confirmed the dates for Egypt’s two Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Malawi during the next international break. Egypt will host Malawi at Cairo International Stadium in the third round of qualifying on Friday, 13 November. The return fixture will take place in Malawi on Tuesday, 17 November, in the fourth round. […] The article Egypt to face Malawi in November Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Emile Heskey urges Liverpool to consider move for Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo
Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey has urged his former club to consider signing Ghana international Antoine Semenyo, describing the Manchester City forward as an explosive attacker who could make a significant impact at Anfield. Heskey believes Liverpool could revive their interest in the 26-year-old if Manchester City are forced to sell players amid uncertainty surrounding […] The article Emile Heskey urges Liverpool to consider move for Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo was written by Samu...
Manchester City v PSG: Haaland-backed City tipped to edge Champions League thriller
Manchester City host Paris Saint-Germain at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, in the second matchday of the Champions League league phase, with a home win priced at 2.24. Both sides won their opening matches, Manchester City beating Porto 2-0 away and Paris Saint-Germain defeating Slovan Bratislava 6-1. The fixture is also a […] The article Manchester City v PSG: Haaland-backed City tipped to edge Champions League thriller was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on A...
Hlungwani says Sundowns penalty should have been ruled out in MTN8 final
Former Premier Soccer League referee Victor Hlungwani says Orlando Pirates were wrongly penalised after a controversial late decision in their MTN8 Final defeat by Mamelodi Sundowns. Mamelodi Sundowns won 2-0 at a packed Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, with Teboho Mokoena opening the scoring before Iqraam Rayners converted a stoppage-time penalty. The spot-kick, awarded by […] The article Hlungwani says Sundowns penalty should have been ruled out in MTN8 final was written by Nuhu Adams and ...
Mdledle says Sundowns’ know-how ended Pirates’ MTN8 dominance
Mamelodi Sundowns’ experience proved decisive as Orlando Pirates’ four-season hold on the MTN8 came to an end with a 2-0 defeat at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday, according to former Buccaneers defender Innocent Mdledle. Sundowns controlled the final after taking the lead, with Mdledle arguing that their ability to manage the match exposed the difference […] The article Mdledle says Sundowns’ know-how ended Pirates’ MTN8 dominance was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoc...
Ellis calls for greater cutting edge as Banyana Banyana face Madagascar
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis wants South Africa to be more clinical when they meet Madagascar in the second leg of their CAF Women’s Olympic qualifying tie in Bloemfontein this evening. South Africa take a commanding 4-0 lead into the match after a convincing victory in the opening leg, leaving them firmly in control of […] The article Ellis calls for greater cutting edge as Banyana Banyana face Madagascar was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Simeone trusts Alvarez to rediscover his scoring touch against Manchester United
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has backed Julian Alvarez to end his club goal drought when his side face Manchester United in the Champions League on Tuesday. The Argentina striker has not scored for Atletico this season, although he did find the net for his country during the recent international break. He has now gone […] The article Simeone trusts Alvarez to rediscover his scoring touch against Manchester United was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
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