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Lionel Messi’s five defining moments as Argentina great prepares for international farewell
Lionel Messi’s international career is nearing its conclusion after a resounding win over Benin, with the Argentina captain preparing for an official farewell match attended by several members of the squad that won the 2022 World Cup. Messi announced his retirement from international football a few weeks ago. As he prepares to bring that chapter […] The article Lionel Messi’s five defining moments as Argentina great prepares for international farewell was written by Sylvester Ntim and first ...
Harry Kane targets Cristiano Ronaldo’s international scoring record after England milestone
Harry Kane says he will see how close he can get to Cristiano Ronaldo’s world record after reaching 91 international goals for England on the night he equalled Peter Shilton’s record number of caps. The England captain scored twice in a 3-0 win against Czech Republic at Wembley on Tuesday, bringing up his 90th and […] The article Harry Kane targets Cristiano Ronaldo’s international scoring record after England milestone was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Lionel Messi says he will remain alongside Argentina after final appearance
Lionel Messi has said he will continue to support Argentina after making his final appearance for the national team in a 3-0 friendly win over Benin. The Argentina captain addressed supporters after Wednesday’s match, which marked his last game in the famous blue and white shirt. Messi scored once and provided two assists as Argentina […] The article Lionel Messi says he will remain alongside Argentina after final appearance was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Musab Al Juwayr turns down media interviews during Saudi Arabia’s Gulf Cup celebrations
Musab Al Juwayr joined Saudi Arabia’s celebrations after their 2-0 victory over the United Arab Emirates in the final of the Arabian Gulf Cup “Gulf 27” – but refused to speak to the media. The Al Qadsiah midfielder was not included in Saudi Arabia’s squad for the tournament after being removed from the team’s training […] The article Musab Al Juwayr turns down media interviews during Saudi Arabia’s Gulf Cup celebrations was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Lionel Messi signs off from Argentina duty with a goal and two assists
Lionel Messi marked his final appearance for Argentina with a goal and two assists as the world champions beat Benin 3-0 early on Wednesday. The captain played a decisive role throughout the match, creating Argentina’s opening goal before setting up the second and scoring the third himself. Messi’s first contribution came in the 48th minute. […] The article Lionel Messi signs off from Argentina duty with a goal and two assists was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Barker says South Africa’s Big Three are overlooking homegrown coaches
Steve Barker believes South Africa’s leading clubs are failing to give local coaches enough consideration, with Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs all currently led by foreign managers. Miguel Cardoso of Portugal is in charge of Sundowns, French-Moroccan coach Abdeslam Ouaddou manages Orlando Pirates, while Frenchman Fernando da Cruz leads Kaizer Chiefs. Barker, who […] The article Barker says South Africa’s Big Three are overlooking homegrown coaches was written by Samuel ...
Banyana Banyana begin Olympic qualifying bid against Madagascar
Banyana Banyana will begin their bid to reach the 2028 Olympics when they face Madagascar in the second round of the CAF qualifying competition. South Africa have missed the past two editions of the Games but are targeting a return to the Olympic tournament in Los Angeles, having last qualified in 2016. The first leg […] The article Banyana Banyana begin Olympic qualifying bid against Madagascar was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Makhaula backs Orlando Pirates to extend MTN8 dominance against Sundowns
Makhehlene Makhaula believes Orlando Pirates’ experienced players can guide a young squad to victory over Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 final at a sold-out Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday (6pm). The 36-year-old midfielder, a veteran of domestic trophy successes and league football, expects Pirates to claim a fifth successive MTN8 title. “I am sensing a […] The article Makhaula backs Orlando Pirates to extend MTN8 dominance against Sundowns was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on Af...
Lionel Messi bids farewell to Argentina: ‘Today is the least happy day of my life’
Lionel Messi described playing his final match for Argentina as “the least happy day” of his life after ending his international career with a 3-0 friendly win over Benin. Messi scored once and provided two assists at the Monumental Stadium before addressing supporters in an emotional farewell. He said representing Argentina had been the greatest […] The article Lionel Messi bids farewell to Argentina: ‘Today is the least happy day of my life’ was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on ...
Messi ends Argentina career with goal and two assists in win over Benin
Lionel Messi marked the end of his international career with a goal and two assists as Argentina beat Benin 3-0 in a friendly at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires. Nicolas Otamendi, Nico Paz and Messi scored for the world champions, while manager Lionel Scaloni paid tribute to the captain’s contribution to Argentina. “Messi leaves […] The article Messi ends Argentina career with goal and two assists in win over Benin was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Lionel Messi signs off for Argentina with 3-0 win over Benin
Lionel Messi’s final match for Argentina ended with a 3-0 victory over Benin at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires. The friendly was staged as a celebratory farewell for the Argentina captain and to honour one of the country’s greatest footballers. Messi had made 207 appearances for Argentina before the match, scoring 125 goals and […] The article Lionel Messi signs off for Argentina with 3-0 win over Benin was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Lionel Messi scores before missing astonishing chance in Argentina farewell
Lionel Messi scored from the penalty spot before missing from only centimetres out as Argentina beat Benin in a memorable appearance for their captain on 7 October 2026. Messi converted Argentina’s third goal in the 71st minute after the World Cup holders were awarded a penalty. The captain stepped up to take responsibility and sent […] The article Lionel Messi scores before missing astonishing chance in Argentina farewell was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Saudi Arabia celebrate Gulf Cup 27 victory with open-top bus parade in Jeddah
Saudi Arabia’s players celebrated winning Gulf Cup 27 with an open-top bus parade along Jeddah Corniche on 7 October 2026. The squad and coaching staff travelled through the city carrying the trophy, while large crowds gathered on both sides of the route to greet the players and share in the celebrations. Supporters waved Saudi flags […] The article Saudi Arabia celebrate Gulf Cup 27 victory with open-top bus parade in Jeddah was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Messi scores in Argentina farewell as Benin beaten 3-0
Lionel Messi marked his final appearance for Argentina with a goal and two assists as the world champions defeated Benin 3-0 in a friendly in Buenos Aires. The match was also the last for Nicolas Otamendi with the Albiceleste, and the defender opened the scoring shortly after half-time. Nico Paz added a second before Messi […] The article Messi scores in Argentina farewell as Benin beaten 3-0 was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Benin hold Argentina to half-time draw as Messi farewell takes centre stage
Benin have frustrated Argentina in the first half of their friendly in Buenos Aires, with the Guepards going into the interval level at 0-0 despite conceding several chances. The match is being played against the backdrop of Lionel Messi’s announced farewell to the Argentina national team. However, Gernot Rohr’s side have shown considerable resilience, while […] The article Benin hold Argentina to half-time draw as Messi farewell takes centre stage was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeare...
Messi receives replica of Benin’s Amazon Monument before international farewell
Lionel Messi was presented with a small statue by Benin captain Sessi D’Almeida before the two sides met in an international friendly. The gift was made ahead of Messi’s final appearance for Argentina, bringing the international career of the national team captain to a close after he had previously played 207 matches for his country. […] The article Messi receives replica of Benin’s Amazon Monument before international farewell was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.co...
Lionel Messi creates goal for Nicolas Otamendi in final Argentina appearance against Benin
Lionel Messi created the opening goal for Nicolas Otamendi as Argentina took a 1-0 lead over Benin in the forward’s final match for his country. The friendly is being played at the Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires, where the occasion is being held to honour one of Argentina’s greatest footballers. Messi is making his final […] The article Lionel Messi creates goal for Nicolas Otamendi in final Argentina appearance against Benin was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSocce...
Egyptian Premier League: Why no elite referee was chosen for Zamalek v Al Ahly
Slovenian referee Rade Obrenovic will take charge of Sunday’s Egyptian Premier League match between Zamalek and Al Ahly after officials from several leading European leagues were unavailable or deemed unsuitable. The Egyptian Football Association appointed a Slovenian refereeing team, led by Obrenovic, for the latest Cairo derby. Essam Abdel Fattah, head of the referees’ committee, […] The article Egyptian Premier League: Why no elite referee was chosen for Zamalek v Al Ahly was written by I...
Argentina fans honour Messi’s No 10 as captain becomes emotional in Benin friendly
Lionel Messi was moved to tears before and during Argentina’s friendly against Benin on Wednesday as supporters paid tribute to the captain and his international career. Messi began crying while inside the Argentina team bus after seeing the large reception awaiting the squad. Fans chanted in celebration of the forward and his achievements with the […] The article Argentina fans honour Messi’s No 10 as captain becomes emotional in Benin friendly was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and f...
Saudi FA president Badr Al-Raziza says Gulf title belongs to players and predecessor
Saudi Football Federation president Badr Al-Raziza has rejected suggestions that he and his board should take credit for Saudi Arabia’s Arabian Gulf Cup “Khaleeji 27” triumph, saying it was achieved through work that began long before his election. Saudi Arabia defeated United Arab Emirates 2-0 in Tuesday’s final at Alinma Stadium in Jeddah to win […] The article Saudi FA president Badr Al-Raziza says Gulf title belongs to players and predecessor was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared ...
Donis credits 2026 World Cup experience for Saudi Arabia’s Gulf Cup 27 triumph
Greece’s Georgios Donis says lessons from the 2026 World Cup helped Saudi Arabia win the Arabian Gulf Cup for the first time in 23 years. Saudi Arabia defeated United Arab Emirates 2-0 in Tuesday’s final at Al-Inma Stadium in Jeddah to claim the 27th edition of the Gulf tournament, known as Gulf Cup 27. Speaking […] The article Donis credits 2026 World Cup experience for Saudi Arabia’s Gulf Cup 27 triumph was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Firas Al-Braikan targets Asian Cup success after Saudi Arabia win Gulf Cup
Saudi Arabia striker Firas Al-Braikan said the country’s Gulf Cup triumph was a source of “pride and honour” after helping the team beat United Arab Emirates 2-0 in Tuesday’s final. The victory secured Saudi Arabia’s first Gulf Cup title since 2003, with Al-Braikan scoring the second goal to complete the win and return the national […] The article Firas Al-Braikan targets Asian Cup success after Saudi Arabia win Gulf Cup was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSo...
Mohammed Al-Owais makes Gulf Cup history as Saudi Arabia claim fourth title
Mohammed Al-Owais has become only the fifth goalkeeper in Gulf Cup history to complete an entire edition without conceding a goal, after helping Saudi Arabia win Gulf Cup 27. Al-Owais kept a clean sheet throughout the tournament, according to Asharq Al-Awsat, and completed a rare double by combining that defensive achievement with winning the trophy. […] The article Mohammed Al-Owais makes Gulf Cup history as Saudi Arabia claim fourth title was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first ...
Paris Saint-Germain send Lionel Messi farewell message as Barcelona remain silent
Paris Saint-Germain have sent Lionel Messi a farewell message before the former player’s final appearance for Argentina, while Barcelona did not mark the occasion publicly. Messi is set to bring his international career to an end on 6 October 2026 when Argentina face Benin in front of their home supporters at the Monumental in Buenos […] The article Paris Saint-Germain send Lionel Messi farewell message as Barcelona remain silent was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Portugal and Spain secure Nations League quarter-final places after four rounds
Portugal and Spain are the only teams to have secured qualification for the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals after collecting maximum points from their opening four matches. The current international break has featured four rounds of the competition, significantly clarifying the standings and the different routes to the last eight. The final two rounds will be […] The article Portugal and Spain secure Nations League quarter-final places after four rounds was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi A...
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