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Sassuolo host Juventus in Serie A: kick-off time, streaming details and expected line-ups
Sassuolo will host Juventus at the Mapei Stadium on Sunday, 13 September 2026, in the fourth round of the 2026-27 Serie A season. The home side go into the match 10th in the table with four points. Sassuolo will be aiming for a positive result against one of the competition’s leading clubs as they look […] The article Sassuolo host Juventus in Serie A: kick-off time, streaming details and expected line-ups was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Federico Chiesa linked with Atletico Madrid and Valencia move from Liverpool
Federico Chiesa’s future at Liverpool has become increasingly uncertain, with reports linking the Italy international with a move to La Liga during the January transfer window. Atletico Madrid and Valencia are both said to be monitoring the forward, who has struggled for regular first-team football since joining Liverpool from Juventus in 2024. According to Tribuna, […] The article Federico Chiesa linked with Atletico Madrid and Valencia move from Liverpool was written by Elikplim Bokor and ...
Laporta targets Barcelona clean sweep with Champions League top priority
Barcelona president Joan Laporta says the club have the quality to challenge for every major honour this season, while making clear that winning the Champions League is their leading ambition. Laporta was speaking at Barcelona’s annual wreath-laying ceremony at the monument to Rafael Casanova, held to mark the National Day of Catalonia. The president urged […] The article Laporta targets Barcelona clean sweep with Champions League top priority was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on ...
Napoli v Bologna: How to watch the 2026-27 Italian league match online
Napoli host Bologna at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium on Sunday, 13 September 2026, with both sides looking to improve difficult starts to the 2026-27 Italian league season. The fourth-round fixture sees Napoli attempt to move closer to the leading positions after taking three points from their opening matches. Massimiliano Allegri’s side currently sit 12th […] The article Napoli v Bologna: How to watch the 2026-27 Italian league match online was written by Alansary and first appeared on...
Nico Paz explains why he chose Como over Real Madrid return
Nico Paz says he chose to remain at Como because the Italian club offered him the best opportunity to continue developing, despite Real Madrid’s intention to bring him back in the summer of 2026. The Argentina midfielder made his Champions League debut for Como and explained his decision after the club’s 4-1 victory over RB […] The article Nico Paz explains why he chose Como over Real Madrid return was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mourinho backs Vinicius after Bernabeu boos as Real Madrid forward starts against Rayo Vallecano
Vinicius Junior will start for Real Madrid against Rayo Vallecano as Jose Mourinho makes clear he will not drop the Brazil forward despite jeers from sections of the Santiago Bernabeu crowd. The reaction towards Vinicius intensified during the European meeting with Inter, when some supporters began booing him from the opening stages. The criticism came […] The article Mourinho backs Vinicius after Bernabeu boos as Real Madrid forward starts against Rayo Vallecano was written by Nuhu Adams an...
Champions League opening round delivers landmark records for Mbappe, Yamal and Haaland
Paris Saint-Germain’s 6-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava was the biggest win of the opening round of the 2026-2027 Champions League league phase, while Bayern Munich, Barcelona and Manchester United also began with emphatic victories. Arsenal beat Napoli 1-0, Liverpool defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1, Real Madrid edged past Inter Milan by the same score and Manchester […] The article Champions League opening round delivers landmark records for Mbappe, Yamal and Haaland was written by Eric Kwafo...
Barcelona push to renew Hamza Abdelkarim contract after breakthrough
Barcelona have opened talks with Egyptian youngster Hamza Abdelkarim over a new contract after the highly-rated striker impressed head coach Hansi Flick and earned a place in the club’s first-team squad this season. The 18-year-old forward has made a strong impression since joining Barcelona, with his performances convincing the club that he has the potential […] The article Barcelona push to renew Hamza Abdelkarim contract after breakthrough was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared ...
Blackburn Rovers coach explains why Nigeria’s Ryan Alebiosu won’t move to right wing for Gady Beyuku
Blackburn Rovers manager Tony Mowbray has explained why Nigeria international Ryan Alebiosu is unlikely to be moved into a right-wing role despite the arrival of new signing Gady Beyuku. Alebiosu has emerged as an important player for Blackburn since joining the club from Belgian side Kortrijk in the summer of 2025, following a productive loan […] The article Blackburn Rovers coach explains why Nigeria’s Ryan Alebiosu won’t move to right wing for Gady Beyuku was written by Abdul Karim and fi...
Zungu says concerns over South African football drove SAFA presidential bid
Sandile Zungu says the way football is being administered in South Africa, and the need to protect the interests of Black people, persuaded him to challenge Danny Jordaan for the SAFA presidency. The AmaZulu president will face the incumbent at this weekend’s election, with Jordaan having held the position since 2013. Zungu was also asked […] The article Zungu says concerns over South African football drove SAFA presidential bid was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.co...
Senegal forward Assane Diao scores first Champions League goal as Como stun RB Leipzig
Senegalese forward Assane Diao marked a memorable Champions League debut with his first goal in Europe’s elite competition as Como produced a stunning 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig on Thursday night. The 21-year-old was among the standout performers as Como made their first appearance in the Champions League league phase at the Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium, […] The article Senegal forward Assane Diao scores first Champions League goal as Como stun RB Leipzig was written by Sylvester Ntim and fi...
Morocco football chief Fouzi Lekjaa faces election-season attack over national team record
Fouzi Lekjaa, widely regarded as the architect of Morocco’s football revival, has come under a fierce political attack from Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch less than two weeks before the country’s legislative elections. Speaking to a crowd that applauded him, Akhannouch challenged several parts of the sporting record associated with Lekjaa, president of the Federation Royale […] The article Morocco football chief Fouzi Lekjaa faces election-season attack over national team record was written ...
Herve Renard backs Jose Mourinho’s cautious approach to Real Madrid record signing Yan Diomande
Yan Diomande has appeared in every Real Madrid match since his €125m move from RB Leipzig, but Ivory Coast manager Herve Renard and former international Alain Gouamene believe Jose Mourinho is right to introduce the winger gradually. The 19-year-old joined Real Madrid on a seven-year contract for €125m, with a further €15m in bonuses. The […] The article Herve Renard backs Jose Mourinho’s cautious approach to Real Madrid record signing Yan Diomande was written by Alansary and first appeared ...
Samuel Eto’o says African football interests sparked wave of criticism
Samuel Eto’o has accused European media of launching a coordinated attack against him after he spoke out in support of Africa’s influence and independence in world football. The president of the Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) made the claims in a post on Facebook, linking the recent reports about him to his public positions on the […] The article Samuel Eto’o says African football interests sparked wave of criticism was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Former Orlando Pirates star Liau declines to judge Maswanganyi and Ouaddou
A former Orlando Pirates playmaker says he will not comment on the apparent tension between Patrick Maswanganyi and head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou because he has never heard the player’s account of events. Maswanganyi’s unexpected move to Bahrain club Al-Khaldiya SC last month came at a time when he was expected to take on a bigger […] The article Former Orlando Pirates star Liau declines to judge Maswanganyi and Ouaddou was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mamelodi Sundowns discover Champions League title defence opponents
Mamelodi Sundowns will begin their CAF Champions League title defence against Angolan side Wiliete SC in the second preliminary round. Sundowns were seeded into the second round and learned their potential opponents during last month’s CAF draw, with the South African champions drawn to face the winners of the tie between Wiliete and Seychelles club […] The article Mamelodi Sundowns discover Champions League title defence opponents was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared ...
Manqoba Mngqithi recalls Sundowns’ narrow Champions League escape against Yanga
Yanga SC coach Manqoba Mngqithi has reflected on his previous encounter with the Tanzanian side, recalling how close they came to reaching the semi-finals of the CAF Champions League. Mngqithi was part of the Mamelodi Sundowns technical team when the South African club eliminated Yanga in the Champions League quarter-finals. The Tanzanian side pushed Sundowns […] The article Manqoba Mngqithi recalls Sundowns’ narrow Champions League escape against Yanga was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appi...
Swehly legal team claims fresh victory in Oussama Cherimi dispute
Swehly Club’s legal team has secured another development in its ongoing dispute with Oussama Cherimi, with the player’s representatives reportedly seeking to withdraw the case currently before Fifa. Cherimi is accused of unlawfully terminating his contract with Swehly in order to leave the Tunisian club, prompting the matter to be taken to football’s world governing […] The article Swehly legal team claims fresh victory in Oussama Cherimi dispute was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and ...
Jordaan leads Zungu into SAFA presidential election as key regions declare their positions
The South African Football Association (SAFA) presidency will be decided in a secret ballot on Saturday afternoon, with incumbent Danny Jordaan facing challenger Sandile Zungu and holding a perceived advantage through support from several influential regional blocs. SAFA’s 52 regions will play a central role in the election, with almost 200 Local Football Associations (LFAs) […] The article Jordaan leads Zungu into SAFA presidential election as key regions declare their positions was written...
Mamelodi Sundowns aim to extend lead as Kaizer Chiefs seek momentum
Mamelodi Sundowns will look to strengthen their position at the top of the Betway Premiership when they travel to face Chippa United on Saturday. The Brazilians moved six points clear of reigning champions Orlando Pirates, who have two games in hand, after beating Siwelele FC 3-0 on Wednesday. A victory at Buffalo City Stadium could […] The article Mamelodi Sundowns aim to extend lead as Kaizer Chiefs seek momentum was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...
Jordaan and Zungu face decisive contest for control of Safa
Danny Jordaan is seeking a fourth term as president of Safa, with businessman Sandile Zungu attempting to end his long tenure in an election that will be decided by the organisation’s regions tomorrow. Jordaan, 75, has held the Safa presidency since 2013, despite previously saying he would leave the position. He became internationally known for […] The article Jordaan and Zungu face decisive contest for control of Safa was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mashikinya says South Africa must protect clubs’ history and identity
Former PSL midfielder Given Mashikinya says South African football must do more to preserve the identity, culture and legacy of its clubs, after claiming that much of his own playing history has disappeared. The 35-year-old spent a long career with several clubs, but four of the seven professional sides he represented have either been sold […] The article Mashikinya says South Africa must protect clubs’ history and identity was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Daniels eyes Cape Town derby statement as Hope FC face City
Clayton Daniels will experience the Cape Town derby from the technical area for the first time when Hope FC meet Cape Town City at Athlone Stadium on Sunday. Daniels played in several editions of the local rivalry during his career, but this will be his first professional coaching assignment in the fixture. He has made […] The article Daniels eyes Cape Town derby statement as Hope FC face City was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mohamed Fathi emerges as potential option for PSL clubs
Egyptian coach Mohamed Fathi is being considered as a possible option for clubs in the Betway Premiership, with the experienced manager understood to be open to a move to South Africa. Fathi’s representatives in Mzansi are exploring opportunities for the 52-year-old, who is currently available after leaving Zambian club Kansanshi Dynamos. He has built extensive […] The article Mohamed Fathi emerges as potential option for PSL clubs was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSocce...
Tottenham’s £332m rebuild faces early test as De Zerbi’s attack fails to fire
Tottenham have taken one point from their opening three Premier League matches, scored no goals and failed to register a shot on target in their goalless draw with Nottingham Forest. The difficult start comes after the club spent about £332m on 10 new players during an exceptional summer, raising expectations that Roberto De Zerbi’s side […] The article Tottenham’s £332m rebuild faces early test as De Zerbi’s attack fails to fire was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSocc...
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