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Yoane Wissa’s clinical strike sealed DR Congo’s…
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Yoane Wissa’s clinical strike sealed DR Congo’s…

Yoane Wissa’s clinical strike sealed DR Congo’s second consecutive win in Group E, while Tunisia’s eight-game winless streak continues as Botswana’s resilience keeps the North Africans in the hunt. The AFCON qualifying drama unfolds with tactical battles and individual brilliance shaping the continent’s path to 2027.

29 Sept 2026
Spain Dominate Nations League as England Seek Redemption: A Clash of Champions and Ambition
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Spain Dominate Nations League as England Seek Redemption: A Clash of Champions and Ambition

World champions Spain enter the UEFA Nations League as the team to beat, while England—still haunted by their World Cup defeat to Argentina—must find momentum. Meanwhile, CAF qualifiers reveal tactical battles where defensive discipline and recent form could decide Africa’s future stars.

28 Sept 2026
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Nigeria’s Resilience on Display: Super Eagles Defeat Madagascar in AFCON 2027 Qualifier Opener
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Nigeria’s Resilience on Display: Super Eagles Defeat Madagascar in AFCON 2027 Qualifier Opener

Nigeria secured their opening AFCON 2027 qualifier win with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Madagascar, proving their hunger for qualification with late goals from debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor.

27 Sept 2026
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AFCON Qualifier Spotlight: Zambian Referee Hillary Hambaba to Lead Rwanda vs. Liberia Clash in Kigali
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AFCON Qualifier Spotlight: Zambian Referee Hillary Hambaba to Lead Rwanda vs. Liberia Clash in Kigali

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign is set to unfold with a high‑stakes encounter between Rwanda and Liberia, with Zambian referee Hillary Hambaba appointed to oversee the match at Ki

25 Sept 2026
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2008 Toyota Avalon used to ferry Super Eagles players sparks backlash ahead of Madagascar qualifier
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2008 Toyota Avalon used to ferry Super Eagles players sparks backlash ahead of Madagascar qualifier

The Nigerian Super Eagles’ preparations for their AFCON 2027 qualifying clash against Madagascar have already sparked controversy, this time over the choice of transportation. A 2008 Toyota Avalon??

25 Sept 2026
Football
Abiola Kasimu Abdulsalam has become the first Nigerian centre referee to be selected for the FIFA U-17 World Cup in 25 years
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Abiola Kasimu Abdulsalam has become the first Nigerian centre referee to be selected for the FIFA U-17 World Cup in 25 years

Abiola Kasimu Abdulsalam has become the first Nigerian centre referee to be selected for the FIFA U-17 World Cup in 25 years, ending a prolonged absence that had left African officials largely sidelin

24 Sept 2026
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Alhadji Allaou Mahamat to Take Charge as Nigeria Seeks AFCON 2027 Qualification Edge
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Alhadji Allaou Mahamat to Take Charge as Nigeria Seeks AFCON 2027 Qualification Edge

The Confederation of African Football has appointed Chadian referee Alhadji Allaou Mahamat for Nigeria’s opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Madagascar, a match that will test the Super Eagles’ home advantage and the referee’s familiarity with the team’s recent campaign.

23 Sept 2026
Football
Black Stars’ Domestic League Dilemma: Sarpong Slams ‘Systematic Snub’ of Ghana Premier League Talent
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Black Stars’ Domestic League Dilemma: Sarpong Slams ‘Systematic Snub’ of Ghana Premier League Talent

Veteran coach Joseph Emmanuel Sarpong has publicly challenged the Black Stars’ persistent exclusion of Ghana Premier League players, calling the practice a ‘damaging message’ to domestic football. With only Hearts of Oak’s Benjamin Asare earning a call-up for AFCON 2027 qualifiers, Sarpong warns the trend risks undermining the league’s credibility—just as key players continue to withdraw from the squad.

23 Sept 2026
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Victor Osimhen’s injury absence leaves Nigeria’s Super…
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Victor Osimhen’s injury absence leaves Nigeria’s Super…

Victor Osimhen’s injury absence leaves Nigeria’s Super Eagles without their star striker as they prepare for AFCON 2027 qualifiers. Former international Mutiu Adepoju insists the squad must prove its quality can compensate—without excuses.

23 Sept 2026
Football
Joy-Lance Mickels Sets Sights on AFCON 2027 Return as Rwanda Begins Qualifying Campaign
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Joy-Lance Mickels Sets Sights on AFCON 2027 Return as Rwanda Begins Qualifying Campaign

Joy-Lance Mickels has arrived in Kigali with Rwanda determined to end a 23-year wait for a return to the Africa Cup of Nations finals. The Sabah FC forward joined Amavubi preparations ahead of their o

21 Sept 2026
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Ronald Donkor Earns Maiden Ghana Call-Up as Carlos Queiroz Names 24-Man Squad for AFCON Qualifiers
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Ronald Donkor Earns Maiden Ghana Call-Up as Carlos Queiroz Names 24-Man Squad for AFCON Qualifiers

New York Red Bulls midfielder Ronald Donkor has been handed his first international call-up for Ghana’s upcoming 2027 AFCON qualifiers and a friendly against Morocco. Head coach Carlos Queiroz named a 24-man squad that features the return of Mohammed Kudus alongside key structural changes.

18 Sept 2026
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Tanzania in Talks with FC Barcelona for Strategic Partnership Ahead of AFCON 2027
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Tanzania in Talks with FC Barcelona for Strategic Partnership Ahead of AFCON 2027

Tanzanian Sports Minister Paul Makonda has met with FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta to explore a strategic football collaboration. The talks focus on talent development, technical enhancement, and national team operations as Tanzania prepares to co-host AFCON 2027.

15 Sept 2026
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