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NBA star Jaylen Brown makes boxing debut in Nigeria ahead of new season
Boston Celtics great Jaylen Brown has made his boxing debut in Nigeria, just six weeks before the start of the new NBA season. The 29-year-old American took part in his first boxing bout in a move that came as a surprise both because of the decision itself and the location. Brown shared video of the […] The article NBA star Jaylen Brown makes boxing debut in Nigeria ahead of new season was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Como mark Champions League debut with emphatic win as Roma draw at Fenerbahce
Como made a memorable start to their first-ever Champions League campaign with a 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig in the opening round of the league phase on Thursday. Cesc Fabregas’ side took the lead after 15 minutes when Martin Baturina fired into the left corner from inside the penalty area. The goal was the first […] The article Como mark Champions League debut with emphatic win as Roma draw at Fenerbahce was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mamelodi Sundowns to face Wiliete SC in CAF Champions League qualifying
Mamelodi Sundowns will play Angolan side Wiliete SC in the second qualifying round of the CAF Champions League after Wiliete eliminated Seychelles club Foresters FC. Wiliete, the former club of Orlando Pirates winger Gilberto, secured their place in the competition by finishing second in the Girabola last season. The Angolan side advanced from the first […] The article Mamelodi Sundowns to face Wiliete SC in CAF Champions League qualifying was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on Afri...
Tactical balance: Nebojsa Kapor promises Hearts of Oak will adapt at Bibiani GoldStars
Serbian coach wants Hearts of Oak to adjust to opponents without abandoning their tactical identity Hearts of Oak coach Nebojsa Kapor says his side will make the necessary tactical adjustments against Bibiani GoldStars on Sunday while maintaining the structure that produced an impressive opening-day victory. The Phobians travel to Dun’s Park for their first away […] The article Tactical balance: Nebojsa Kapor promises Hearts of Oak will adapt at Bibiani GoldStars was written by Elikplim Boko...
Special tribute: Algeria prepare emotional farewell for Riyad Mahrez and Aïssa Mandi
FAF reportedly plans symbolic invitation for two 2019 Africa Cup of Nations winners Riyad Mahrez and Aïssa Mandi could receive a special farewell from Algeria during the next international break after the two veterans ended their national team careers following the 2026 World Cup. The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) is reportedly considering an initiative that […] The article Special tribute: Algeria prepare emotional farewell for Riyad Mahrez and Aïssa Mandi was written by Elikplim Bokor...
Lazio v AC Milan: probable line-ups for Serie A fourth-round clash
Lazio and AC Milan meet on Saturday, 12 September 2026, at 16:00 GMT in the fourth round of Serie A, with both sides expected to field strong line-ups. Lazio Lazio manager Gattuso is expected to have almost all of his senior players available for the fixture, with few significant absences reported. The Rome side also […] The article Lazio v AC Milan: probable line-ups for Serie A fourth-round clash was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mezian Mesloub makes Champions League history with Lens at 16
Mezian Soares Mesloub became one of the youngest players from a French club to appear in the Champions League after helping Lens beat Slavia Prague 3-2. The 16-year-old, who was 16 years and 306 days old, marked his debut in Europe’s leading club competition with an assist. According to Stats Foot, Mesloub is the third-youngest […] The article Mezian Mesloub makes Champions League history with Lens at 16 was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Lazio v AC Milan: Gennaro Gattuso’s side target a fourth straight Serie A win
Lazio host AC Milan at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday, 12 September 2026, with both sides aiming to strengthen their early-season campaigns. The Serie A fixture is scheduled to kick off at 16:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast on Canal+ in France, Amazon Prime Video in Germany and the United Kingdom, and Paramount+, CBS, […] The article Lazio v AC Milan: Gennaro Gattuso’s side target a fourth straight Serie A win was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Samuel Essende leads Swiss Super League scoring charts after flying Young Boys start
Samuel Essende has emerged as the early leader in the Swiss Super League goalscoring race, with the BSC Young Boys forward already finding the net seven times this season. The 28-year-old Congolese striker has made an immediate impact in Bern and is also contributing creatively, with three assists to his name. His performances have placed […] The article Samuel Essende leads Swiss Super League scoring charts after flying Young Boys start was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSo...
Strasbourg v Monaco: Probable line-ups for Ligue 1 clash
Monaco’s perfect start to the Ligue 1 season will be tested by a confident RC Strasbourg side when the two ambitious teams meet in the fourth round of the French championship. Both clubs have made strong early impressions, setting up a closely contested encounter. Strasbourg will have to cope with the absences of Martial Godo […] The article Strasbourg v Monaco: Probable line-ups for Ligue 1 clash was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mali name four uncapped players in Anthony da Silva’s first squad
Anthony da Silva has selected four uncapped players for Mali’s Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying matches against Cape Verde on 23 September and Liberia on 27 September. Goalkeeper Emile Doucoure, winger Ange Martial Tia, defender Adama Camara and forward Alimami Gory have been included in the new Mali manager’s first squad. The list was […] The article Mali name four uncapped players in Anthony da Silva’s first squad was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Crucial win: USM Alger beat JS El Biar to claim first League victory
Draoui and Ramdawi score as USM Alger move temporarily top after second-round victory USM Alger claimed their first Professional League victory of the season with a 2-0 win over JS El Biar at the July 5 Olympic Stadium in the second round of the championship. The result gave USM Alger four points from their opening […] The article Crucial win: USM Alger beat JS El Biar to claim first League victory was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Dream start: Assane Diao shines as Como crush RB Leipzig 4-1
Senegalese forward scores first Champions League goal as Como make impressive start Assane Diao marked his Champions League debut with a goal as Como produced a remarkable 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig on Thursday, giving the Senegalese forward a memorable introduction to European football’s biggest club competition. The 21-year-old was one of Como’s most dangerous […] The article Dream start: Assane Diao shines as Como crush RB Leipzig 4-1 was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on A...
Brilliant Kobbie Mainoo earns special praise from Michael Carrick after United’s Champions League win
Manchester United midfielder impresses as Carrick’s side make winning return to Europe’s premier competition Kobbie Mainoo’s influential performance in Manchester United’s 4-0 Champions League victory over Sabah earned special praise from manager Michael Carrick, who described working with the midfielder as “a joy”. United returned to Europe’s premier club competition for the first time since […] The article Brilliant Kobbie Mainoo earns special praise from Michael Carrick after United’s Cha...
Jules Ahoka impresses Regis Le Bris as DR Congo youngster makes strong Sunderland debut
Jules Ahoka has received a glowing assessment from Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris after making an impressive first-team debut in the Black Cats’ 1-0 Carabao Cup victory over Hull City. The 20-year-old DR Congo youth international was given the difficult task of filling the midfield position normally occupied by captain Granit Xhaka, but he responded […] The article Jules Ahoka impresses Regis Le Bris as DR Congo youngster makes strong Sunderland debut was written by Abdul Karim and first a...
Zambia star Kings Kangwa scores as Panathinaikos beat Kifisia 3-1
Zambia international Kings Kangwa scored as Panathinaikos began their 2026/27 Greek Super League campaign with a 3-1 victory over Kifisia on Thursday. The midfielder started the Round 1 encounter and played a key role as Panathinaikos secured all three points in an entertaining contest. Kangwa breaks deadlock for Panathinaikos Kangwa opened the scoring in the […] The article Zambia star Kings Kangwa scores as Panathinaikos beat Kifisia 3-1 was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on Afri...
FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria held by China in crucial Group F clash
Nigeria’s Falconets were held to a goalless draw by China PR in their second Group F match at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland on Thursday. The result leaves Nigeria with one point from their opening two games and means they must beat New Caledonia in their final group match on Sunday […] The article FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria held by China in crucial Group F clash was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
‘Who is the liar?’ Tebas challenges FIFA over Morocco World Cup final denial
La Liga president Javier Tebas has questioned FIFA’s denial that Morocco has been promised the 2030 World Cup final, turning his criticism towards the governing body rather than the North African country. FIFA recently rejected claims that the final would be staged at the Grand Hassan II Stadium in Casablanca after Moroccan football federation president […] The article ‘Who is the liar?’ Tebas challenges FIFA over Morocco World Cup final denial was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on...
Morocco midfielder Amine Harit confirms Marseille salary talks but keeps details private
Morocco international Amine Harit has confirmed that he has held discussions with Olympique de Marseille over his salary but says he will not reveal details of the talks. Speaking at a press conference ahead of Marseille’s Ligue 1 trip to Rennes, Harit said he wanted to respect the club’s confidentiality while keeping his attention on […] The article Morocco midfielder Amine Harit confirms Marseille salary talks but keeps details private was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on Africa...
Solomons calls for improved Chiefs performances after Siwelele win
Kaizer Chiefs defender Dillan Solomons says the club were dissatisfied with their performance despite ending a run of two successive draws with a 3-2 victory over Siwelele FC. The Soweto giants secured all three points at Dobsonville Stadium on Sunday evening, but Solomons believes the result was more encouraging than the manner in which it […] The article Solomons calls for improved Chiefs performances after Siwelele win was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
MC Alger vs NIGELEC preview: Two sides search for a first goal in September meeting
MC Alger face NIGELEC on 12 September at 19:00 GMT, with both teams looking to make an early statement after beginning the season without scoring. The match brings together two sides whose recorded form is level, with a draw listed for each team in their last-five results. Neither MC Alger nor NIGELEC has scored a […] The article MC Alger vs NIGELEC preview: Two sides search for a first goal in September meeting was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Hakim Ziyech proud to carry Morocco’s flag in Brazil after joining Botafogo
Morocco international Hakim Ziyech says he is proud to represent his country after completing his move to Brazilian club Botafogo. The 33-year-old addressed Moroccan supporters in a video shared by Botafogo following the club’s announcement of his arrival, thanking them for their support and asking them to continue backing him during his time in Brazil. […] The article Hakim Ziyech proud to carry Morocco’s flag in Brazil after joining Botafogo was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on...
Amine Harit addresses Marseille salary talks and future
Amine Harit has returned to Olympique Marseille determined to make the most of his opportunity after spending last season on loan at İstanbul Basaksehir. The Moroccan midfielder regained his enjoyment of regular football in Turkey and is now back in Marseille competing for a starting place ahead of the Ligue 1 clash with Rennes. Harit […] The article Amine Harit addresses Marseille salary talks and future was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Kylian Mbappe responds to criticism over his teamwork
Kylian Mbappe has responded firmly to criticism of his defensive work, running and overall influence, insisting that his goals should never be viewed as a problem for his team. Speaking to France Football, the Real Madrid forward explained that sustained excellence often changes the way people judge a player. The France captain has started the […] The article Kylian Mbappe responds to criticism over his teamwork was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Nicolo Tresoldi delays Italy decision as Germany battle continues
Nicolo Tresoldi has declined a call-up to Italy’s squad for the upcoming Nations League matches, choosing to take more time before deciding which country he will represent, according to a report by Italian journalist Nicolo Schira. Schira wrote on X on Thursday: “Nicolo Tresoldi has decided not to respond to Italy National Team’s call for […] The article Nicolo Tresoldi delays Italy decision as Germany battle continues was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSocc...
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