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Abderrazak Hamdallah to miss Al Hilal clash after hamstring injury
Abderrazak Hamdallah will be unavailable for Al Taawoun’s Saudi Roshn League meeting with Al Hilal after suffering a hamstring injury. Al Taawoun are scheduled to host Al Hilal at their stadium in Buraidah on Saturday, in the seventh round of the Saudi Roshn League. However, Hamdallah is not expected to recover in time to feature […] The article Abderrazak Hamdallah to miss Al Hilal clash after hamstring injury was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Loris Karius’ Germany hopes grow as Jurgen Klopp faces a difficult goalkeeping call
Loris Karius has revived his career at Schalke and is being discussed as a possible Germany international, just as former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp begins his first spell in charge of the national team. The 33-year-old goalkeeper’s return to prominence comes after several years in which his career appeared to be in steep decline. It […] The article Loris Karius’ Germany hopes grow as Jurgen Klopp faces a difficult goalkeeping call was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on Afri...
VAR was right not to retake Mbappe penalty, say Spanish referees’ committee
The Technical Committee of Referees of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has backed the decision not to order a retake of Kylian Mbappe’s missed penalty in Real Madrid’s 1-0 defeat by Real Betis. The committee responded to comments made by Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho, who questioned the decision during a news conference on […] The article VAR was right not to retake Mbappe penalty, say Spanish referees’ committee was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer....
Tijjani Reijnders beats Manchester City start with Al Qadsiah goal
Tijjani Reijnders has made a quicker scoring start with Al Qadsiah than he managed during his opening matches for Manchester City, finding the net in his team’s Roshn Saudi League meeting with Al Ahli on Tuesday. The Netherlands midfielder started the sixth-round fixture at Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam and opened the scoring […] The article Tijjani Reijnders beats Manchester City start with Al Qadsiah goal was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Morocco’s Brahim Diaz starts as Real Madrid face Inter Milan in Champions League opener
Moroccan international Brahim Diaz has been named in Real Madrid’s starting line-up for their UEFA Champions League opening match against Inter Milan at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Atlas Lions attacker will feature alongside Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior in Real Madrid’s attack as Jose Mourinho’s side begin their European campaign. Jude Bellingham also starts for […] The article Morocco’s Brahim Diaz starts as Real Madrid face Inter Milan in Champions League opener was written by Eric Kwa...
Dortmund and Villarreal confirm starting line-ups for Champions League clash
Borussia Dortmund and Villarreal have announced their starting line-ups for their UEFA Champions League meeting at Signal Iduna Park on Tuesday, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 GMT. Dortmund will start with Kobel in goal, while Anton, Nmecha, Gadou, Svensson and Ryerson make up the defensive selection. The German side have also included Guirassy and Beier […] The article Dortmund and Villarreal confirm starting line-ups for Champions League clash was written by Abdul Karim and first appear...
Brahim Diaz starts for Real Madrid against Inter in Champions League opener
Real Madrid have named Brahim Diaz in their starting XI for Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League league-phase meeting with Inter Milan at Santiago Bernabeu, with the Morocco international selected for one of the first major European games of the campaign. Diaz will operate in the attacking three behind Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius, with Jude Bellingham alongside […] The article Brahim Diaz starts for Real Madrid against Inter in Champions League opener was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appear...
Aston Villa edge Club Brugge in five-goal Champions League thriller
Aston Villa began their UEFA Champions League campaign with a 3-2 victory over Club Brugge in a fast-paced opening-day contest in Belgium. The visitors made the decisive start, moving ahead after 11 minutes when John McGinn finished an attack created by Pau Torres. Aston Villa’s early advantage was short-lived, however, as Club Brugge responded with […] The article Aston Villa edge Club Brugge in five-goal Champions League thriller was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoc...
Mohamed Salah misses Ballon d’Or shortlist again as Egypt star’s dream fades
Egypt captain Mohamed Salah has been omitted from the 2026 Ballon d’Or shortlist, raising fresh questions over whether the 34-year-old will ever get another realistic opportunity to win football’s most prestigious individual award. The nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or were announced on Tuesday by France Football in collaboration with UEFA, with Salah’s absence widely […] The article Mohamed Salah misses Ballon d’Or shortlist again as Egypt star’s dream fades was written by Eric Kwafo and fi...
Mbaye Niang set for Dunkerque switch
Mbaye Niang is close to joining USL Dunkerque after the Ligue 2 club reached a verbal agreement with the Senegalese striker and his camp. The former AC Milan forward is available as a free agent after leaving Turkish side Genclerbirligi, and he now looks set for a fresh start in northern France. Dunkerque have been […] The article Mbaye Niang set for Dunkerque switch was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Real Madrid use Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield as Inter name Lautaro Martinez in Champions League opener
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has selected Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield to cover for a depleted central area in the Champions League league phase meeting with Inter at the Santiago Bernabeu. Bernardo Silva, Eduardo Camavinga and Arda Guler are all unavailable for the Spanish side after being suspended because of accumulated bookings from last season. […] The article Real Madrid use Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield as Inter name Lautaro Martinez in Champions League opener was writ...
Manchester City start Erling Haaland against Porto in Champions League opener
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has named Erling Haaland in attack for his side’s Champions League group-stage meeting with Portuguese club Porto. The match is Manchester City’s opening fixture in the group stage of the competition and will be played at Dragao Stadium in Lisbon. Haaland leads the City attack in a starting line-up that […] The article Manchester City start Erling Haaland against Porto in Champions League opener was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSo...
Ceramica Cleopatra beat Smouha 2-0 after VAR drama in Egyptian Premier League
Ceramica Cleopatra secured a 2-0 victory over Smouha in week four of the Egyptian Premier League, with goals from Samir El Iraqi and Hussein El Sayed after a first-half Smouha effort was ruled out for offside. Smouha thought they had taken the lead when Papy Badji found the net, but the referee cancelled the goal […] The article Ceramica Cleopatra beat Smouha 2-0 after VAR drama in Egyptian Premier League was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Zamalek lead Abu Qir Fertilizers after Mohamed Ismail strike
Zamalek took a 1-0 lead over Abu Qir Fertilizers in their Egyptian league week-four match after Mohamed Ismail finished a cleverly worked corner with a superb volley. The decisive move began when Mahmoud Bentayg delivered from the right. Abu Qir Fertilizers’ defence cleared the ball back towards Bentayg, who beat his opponents with individual skill […] The article Zamalek lead Abu Qir Fertilizers after Mohamed Ismail strike was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Arsenal and Manchester United monitor Al Hilal forward Mohamed Kader Meite
Mohamed Kader Meite remains on the radar of several Premier League clubs, with Arsenal and Manchester United among those monitoring the progress of the young Al Hilal forward. The Franco-Ivorian attracted interest from a number of European clubs before leaving Rennes, and English sides have continued to track his situation since his move to Saudi […] The article Arsenal and Manchester United monitor Al Hilal forward Mohamed Kader Meite was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on Afri...
Pirates consider further defensive signing as transfer deadline approaches
Orlando Pirates could make another signing before the transfer window closes on 22 September, with the right-back position reportedly an area the club may still look to strengthen. The Buccaneers have already been among the busiest clubs in the transfer market, adding significantly to their squad since Abdeslam Ouaddou took charge. However, those reinforcements have […] The article Pirates consider further defensive signing as transfer deadline approaches was written by Sylvester Ntim and fi...
SANASU ready to celebrate with either Danny Jordaan or Sandile Zungu after SAFA vote
South African National Supporters [SANASU] president Saddam Maake says football supporters will celebrate with whoever emerges victorious in Saturday’s race for the South African Football Association (SAFA) presidency. Danny Jordaan and Sandile Zungu are competing to become the next SAFA president, with the leadership contest set to be decided on Saturday. Maake says SANASU will […] The article SANASU ready to celebrate with either Danny Jordaan or Sandile Zungu after SAFA vote was written b...
Gavin Hunt warns Given Msimango needs time to reach full fitness at Stellenbosch FC
Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt says Given Msimango still has work to do before he reaches full match fitness, despite being encouraged by the defender’s debut in the club’s goalless draw with Durban City. Msimango made his first appearance for Stellenbosch on Tuesday evening, starting in the 0-0 Betway Premiership encounter at Chatsworth Stadium. […] The article Gavin Hunt warns Given Msimango needs time to reach full fitness at Stellenbosch FC was written by Elias Boateng and first a...
2026 Ballon d’Or shortlist makes history with no goalkeepers included
For the first time since the introduction of a shortlist system in 1995, no goalkeeper has been named among the final nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or. The omission means Lev Yashin remains the only goalkeeper in football history to have won the prestigious award. The former Soviet Union international claimed the Ballon d’Or in […] The article 2026 Ballon d’Or shortlist makes history with no goalkeepers included was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mohamed Salah omitted from Ballon d’Or shortlist for second time
Mohamed Salah has been left out of the 2026 Ballon d’Or shortlist, dealing another blow to the former Liverpool forward’s hopes of winning football’s most prestigious individual award. France Football, in partnership with UEFA, announced the full list of nominees on Tuesday, with Salah’s omission widely expected after a below-par season by his usual standards. […] The article Mohamed Salah omitted from Ballon d’Or shortlist for second time was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on Afri...
Sofyan Amrabat makes Morocco boycott pledge under Mohamed Wahbi
Sofyan Amrabat says he will make himself unavailable for Morocco while Mohamed Wahbi remains head coach, but insists he has not retired from international football. The Ajax Amsterdam midfielder made the announcement on Tuesday in a lengthy statement posted on his official Instagram account, saying he could not continue representing the Atlas Lions under the […] The article Sofyan Amrabat makes Morocco boycott pledge under Mohamed Wahbi was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaS...
Mane and Quinones make Saudi Pro League history with Ballon d’Or nominations
The Saudi Pro League has made a significant breakthrough in the history of the Ballon d’Or, with Sadio Mane and Julian Quinones named among the nominees for the 2026 award. France Football announced its full list of candidates for the prize on Tuesday. The Ballon d’Or is awarded to the best footballer in the world. […] The article Mane and Quinones make Saudi Pro League history with Ballon d’Or nominations was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Barcelona stunned as Pedri and Raphinha miss out on Ballon d’Or shortlist
Barcelona have been left with mixed feelings after the 30-player shortlist for the Ballon d’Or was announced on Tuesday, with Pedri and Raphinha notably absent despite their influential performances during the previous season. The Catalan club has two representatives on the list in Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi. Rodri, who played for Manchester City last […] The article Barcelona stunned as Pedri and Raphinha miss out on Ballon d’Or shortlist was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on...
Dan-Axel Zagadou begins grass running in Stuttgart recovery
Dan-Axel Zagadou has made a small but encouraging step in his recovery for VfB Stuttgart after a muscle injury sidelined him for several weeks. The 27-year-old centre-back returned to the training ground on Tuesday and completed his first running sessions on the grass, according to local reports. Working individually with athletic coach Martin Franz, Zagadou […] The article Dan-Axel Zagadou begins grass running in Stuttgart recovery was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSo...
Harold Moukoudi and Aboubakary Koita start for AEK Athens against LASK in Champions League
The official line-ups have been confirmed for AEK Athens’ UEFA Champions League first-round match against LASK on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, with Cameroon international Harold Moukoudi and Mauritania forward Aboubakary Koita both named in the starting XI. Moukoudi will begin at the centre of AEK Athens’ defence, while Koita has also been selected for the […] The article Harold Moukoudi and Aboubakary Koita start for AEK Athens against LASK in Champions League was written by Elias Boateng and...
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