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LIVE: South Africa Lead Nigeria 2-0 In Crucial World Cup Play-Off
South Africa have opened a commanding 2-0 lead over Nigeria in the crucial World Cup play-off, as both sides battle for one of two tickets available to the four losing quarter-finalists at the 2027 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Photo: X@NGSuper_Falcons The Super Falcons of Nigeria are up against South Africa in the 2027…
Türkiye to Host Spanish Super Cup in 2027
The Spanish Super Cup will be staged in Türkiye from February 2 to 7, 2027, with Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad set to battle for the title. Barcelona are reigning Super Cup champions after beating Real Madrid in the 2026 final The 2027 Spanish Super Cup will be held in Turkiye at…
WCQ Play-Off: Super Falcons Ready To Fight For World Cup Spot Against South Africa
Super Falcons coach Madugu says Nigeria will give everything against South Africa in the crucial World Cup qualifying play-off, with the team determined to seize the opportunity and keep their hopes of reaching the tournament alive. WCQ Play-Off: Super Falcons Ready To Fight For World Cup Spot Against South Africa Super Falcons coach Madugu says…
Malawi Shock Algeria As Cameroon Stun Morocco To Reach WAFCON Final
Malawi and Cameroon have secured their places in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final after stunning Algeria and Morocco respectively, setting up an unexpected showdown for the continental title. Lovemore Fazili, head coach, and his star player Tabita Chawinga, right, have guided Malawi to the WAFCON final and with it a FIFA World Cup…
Messi Features For Inter Miami After Retirement Hint, Then Suffers Defeat
Lionel Messi took to the pitch for Inter Miami against Leon just hours after hinting that retirement could be approaching, adding fresh intrigue to the future of the Argentina superstar. Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi stands on the field during the second half of a Leagues Cup match against Club Leon [Lynne Sladky/AP] Lionel Messi…
Katsina United Begins Plans To Bring Chinedu Ozor’s Body Home For Burial
Katsina United has begun arrangements to return the body of footballer Chinedu Ozor for burial after he tragically collapsed and died nine minutes into the club’s pre-season match against Niger Tornadoes. Chinedu Ozor The management of Katsina United Football Club has commenced arrangements to convey the remains of its late player, Chinedu Ozor, to his…
Xavi Makes History As Netherlands Appoint First Foreign Coach Since 1978
Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez has been appointed head coach of the Netherlands, becoming the country’s first foreign manager in nearly five decades and returning to the dugout after leaving Barcelona in 2024. File photo of Barcelona coach Xavier Hernández Creus, also known as Xavi. Philip FONG / AFP Xavi Hernandez has been named as the…
Somali Referee Denied World Cup Role, Now Set To Officiate UEFA Super Cup
Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who was controversially turned away at Miami International Airport despite being selected for the 2026 World Cup, has been appointed to officiate the UEFA Super Cup. Somalian referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan gestures during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 group D football match between Mauritania and Algeria at Stade…
Algeria Reach WAFCON Semi-Finals, Secure Historic World Cup Spot
Algeria have made history by reaching the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals for the first time after coming from behind to defeat Ivory Coast 2-1 in Casablanca, a result that also secured their place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. File photo of an Algerian flag. Algeria came from behind to beat Ivory…
Carrick Concerned As Mount Suffers Fresh Injury In Man Utd Draw With PSG
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has expressed caution over Mason Mount’s latest injury after the midfielder was forced off less than 20 minutes into the club’s draw with Paris Saint-Germain, adding to his ongoing fitness struggles since joining United from Chelsea. File photo: Manchester United’s English first-team coach Michael Carrick. PHIL NOBLE / POOL /…
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