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UPDATES: Nigeria Vs Malawi WAFCON 2026 Clash
The 2026 WAFCON will double as the qualifying tournament for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil. Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade celebrates a goal against South Africa with teammates. X/@NGSuper_Falcons The Super Falcons face Malawi in a Group C fixture at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), marking Nigeria’s opening match of…
Nigeria Vs Malawi: Nnadozie, Ajibade Lead Super Falcons’ Starting XI For WAFCON 2026 Clash
Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu has named a strong lineup for Nigeria’s clash with Malawi at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The […] Super Falcons players celebrate goal against South Africa. X/@PoojaMedia Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu has named a strong lineup for Nigeria’s clash with Malawi at the 2026 Women’s Africa…
Mancini Back In Charge As Italy Begin Fresh Rebuild
Gennaro Gattuso stepped down as Italy coach following their World Cup qualification play-off final loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina in March. (FILES) Italy’s coach Roberto Mancini greets supporters ahead of the UEFA EURO 2020 final football match between Italy and England at the Wembley Stadium in London on July 11, 2021. (Photo by FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA…
Josko Gvardiol Signs New Five-Year Deal At Man City
The Croatia international, whose previous deal had two years left to run, is now committed until 2031, with the option of an additional 12 months. Manchester City’s Croatian defender #24 Josko Gvardiol (C) celebrates scoring the team’s third goal during the English Premier League football match between Fulham and Manchester City at Craven Cottage in…
Joao Pedro Bags Hat-Trick As Chelsea Triumph 6-4 In Alonso’s First Match
The former Real Madrid coach, who took charge on July 1, was missing several key players for the pre-season tour and fielded a largely youthful side for 60 minutes at Stadium Australia. Chelsea’s Joao Pedro (2nd R) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the Sydney Super Cup match between Chelsea FC and the…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons Open 11th WAFCON Title Bid Against Malawi
The 2026 WAFCON tournament brings twice the stakes for Africa’s reigning football queens, with a record-extending 11th title and automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup both on the line. Nigeria’s Super Falcons celebrate with the trophy on the podium after winning the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final football match against…
WAFCON: Algeria Down Senegal In Tournament Opener
Nigeria, the competition’s record 10-time champions, kick off their campaign on Tuesday against Malawi in Group C, a side boasting standout forwards in the Chawinga sisters — Tabitha of Lyon and Temwa of Kansas City Current. Nigeria’s Super Falcons have won the competition 10 times. Photo: CAF. A blunder by Senegal goalkeeper Khady Faye gifted…
Infantino Slams World Cup Critics For ‘Spreading Hate’
In a long open letter published on Monday, Infantino urged detractors to “take a moment to reflect, meditate, pray” after a tournament marked by controversies ranging from ticket pricing to visa issues. FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA World Cup 2026 International Broadcast Center Grand Opening ceremony on June 01, 2026 in Dallas,…
Pirlo Voices Frustration Over Row That Cost Him Italy Coaching Job
Italian media reported that he had been on course to be named this week, despite his sole managerial trophy since taking up coaching in 2020 being a single Italian Cup. Juventus’ Italian coach Andrea Pirlo looks on prior to the final of the Italian Cup (Coppa Italia) football match Atalanta vs Juventus on May 19,…
Alonso Hails Rogers As A ‘Great Signing’ Who Can Revive Chelsea
Alonso said he was thrilled to bring the 23-year-old to Stamford Bridge, ahead of his managerial debut in a pre-season friendly against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday. English Premier League football club Chelsea’s team Manager Xabi Alonso speaks during a press conference in Sydney on July 27, 2026. (Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP) New…
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