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International Men’s Football Returns: A New Era Begins as 24 Nations Compete in FIFA’s Extended September-October Window
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International Men’s Football Returns: A New Era Begins as 24 Nations Compete in FIFA’s Extended September-October Window

For the first time since the 2026 World Cup, international football is back in full force. Teams from across the globe are set to clash in a condensed yet historic 16-day window, blending Nations League showdowns with AFCON qualifiers—marking a pivotal moment in the calendar before the 2024-25 season resumes.

24 Sept 2026
AFCON QualifiersBreaking NewsCONCACAF
With key players still recovering from World…
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

With key players still recovering from World…

With key players still recovering from World Cup exertion and no domestic warm-ups before Asia, Enzo Maresca’s summer plan is far more tactical than restful. Here’s how City will rebuild without Pep Guardiola’s sun-soaked sabbatical—and why fringe players could get their moment in the sun first.

23 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester City
Nigerian Referee Joseph Odey Ogabor Selected for DR Congo vs Equatorial Guinea AFCON Qualifier
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Nigerian Referee Joseph Odey Ogabor Selected for DR Congo vs Equatorial Guinea AFCON Qualifier

The Confederation of African Football has appointed Nigerian official Joseph Odey Ogabor to referee the 2027 AFCON qualifying matchday one clash between DR Congo and Equatorial Guinea. Ogabor takes charge of a crucial fixture as both nations start their continental qualification journey.

23 Sept 2026
Africa Cup of NationsDR CongoEquatorial Guinea
Kwasi Sibo Unfazed by Côte d’Ivoire Quality Ahead of AFCON Qualifier in Bouaké
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Kwasi Sibo Unfazed by Côte d’Ivoire Quality Ahead of AFCON Qualifier in Bouaké

Ghana midfielder Kwasi Sibo insists the Black Stars will not be intimidated by Côte d’Ivoire in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Ghana prepare to kick off their Group C campaign away against the reigning African champions at the Stade de la Paix.

21 Sept 2026
Africa Cup of NationsAntoine SemenyoCôte d’Ivoire
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
AFCONCarlos QueirozFIFA World Cup
Barcelona Forward Hamza Abdelkarim Earns Egypt Call-Up for AFCON Qualifiers
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Barcelona Forward Hamza Abdelkarim Earns Egypt Call-Up for AFCON Qualifiers

Hamza Abdelkarim has been called into Egypt’s senior squad for the September international window, but the schedule is two AFCON qualifiers—not three—followed by a friendly. Egypt host Angola in

18 Sept 2026
BarcelonaBreaking NewsEgypt
Ramón Catalá Names 34-Man Zimbabwe Squad for 2027 AFCON Qualifiers
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Ramón Catalá Names 34-Man Zimbabwe Squad for 2027 AFCON Qualifiers

Newly appointed Zimbabwe head coach Ramón Catalá has unveiled a 34-man provisional squad for the Warriors’ opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The selection features a blend of European-based stars, domestic talent, and veteran leaders ahead of clashes with Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

14 Sept 2026
Africa Cup of NationsBreaking NewsDemocratic Republic of Congo
Gift Orban Equals Victor Osimhen Record With Stunning Hat-Trick in Amedspor Rout
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Gift Orban Equals Victor Osimhen Record With Stunning Hat-Trick in Amedspor Rout

Gift Orban produced a masterclass in clinical finishing as Amedspor thrashed Istanbul Basaksehir 5–0, with the Super Eagles target netting a stunning hat‑trick to equal a historic Nigerian goal‑

14 Sept 2026
AmedsporBreaking NewsFootball
Carlos Queiroz Reappointed as Ghana Head Coach Two Months After World Cup Departure
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Carlos Queiroz Reappointed as Ghana Head Coach Two Months After World Cup Departure

The Ghana Football Association has reappointed Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars, bringing the 73-year-old Portuguese manager back less than two months after he stepped down following Gh

3 Sept 2026
Africa Cup of NationsBreaking NewsCarlos Queiroz
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