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Olanrewaju Daniel: Nigerian football’s structural deficit exposed by Rangers’ CAF Champions League collapse
A former Enyimba head coach and current Rivers United assistant has delivered a blunt assessment of Nigerian football’s limitations, calling out the unbridgeable gap between domestic clubs and North African competition after Enugu Rangers’ humiliating exit from the CAF Champions League.
CAF Seeks Member Vote: Will Africa Cup of Nations Return to Biennial Format?
The Confederation of African Football has launched a consultation among its 54 member associations to decide whether the Africa Cup of Nations should revert to a two-year cycle or remain on its current four-year schedule. The move follows growing backlash against the controversial shift proposed by CAF President Patrice Motsepe, with stakeholders warning of potential long-term consequences for African football’s development and commercial viability.
Infantino secures AFC backing as FIFA presidential race enters decisive phase
Gianni Infantino’s reelection bid gains critical momentum after Asian Football Confederation President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa publicly endorsed his candidacy, leaving Europe’s opposition isolated and reshaping the March election landscape.
CAF Champions League: Al Swehly’s Kwasi Sibo arrives in Tunisia as Esperance challenge looms
With a 1-0 first-leg advantage in hand, Al Swehly’s midfield maestro Kwasi Sibo leads his Libyan side into Tunisia for a high-stakes return clash against Esperance in the CAF Champions League’s second preliminary round. The match will decide their fate as the group stage’s financial rewards hang in the balance.
AFC President Salman Al-Khalifa Endorses Infantino’s Reelection Bid After U-Turn on FIFA Privatization Plan
After months of vocal opposition, Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al-Khalifa has publicly backed Gianni Infantino’s bid for a third term as FIFA president, signaling a dramatic shift in the AFC’s stance. The endorsement—delivered with a rare display of solidarity at Tokyo’s extraordinary congress—comes as Infantino’s allies consolidate support ahead of the February election, while Europe remains the sole major bloc in opposition.
Kwasi Sibo’s Debut in CAF Champions League: Al Swehly’s Tunisia Showdown Looms
Kwasi Sibo and Al Swehly face a high-stakes trip to Tunisia for the second leg of their CAF Champions League second preliminary round tie against Espérance de Tunis. Having made his competition debut
CAF Strips Senegal of Africa Cup of Nations Title After Forfeit Ruling
The Confederation of African Football has overturned Senegal’s victory in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, declaring them forfeit after a mass walkout in protest of a penalty decision. Morocco is now crowned champions with a 3-0 win, while Senegal’s head coach faces a five-match suspension.
Forge FC claims Canadian Championship triumph with dramatic shootout victory over CF Montreal
In a historic night at Stade Saputo, Hamilton’s Forge FC became the first Canadian Premier League side to win the Canadian Championship, defeating CF Montreal 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regulation and extra time. Dimitry Bertaud’s heroics in saving three spot-kicks sealed the Voyageurs Cup for the CPL club, securing their place in the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup.
Lionel Messi’s MLS Dominance: A Career Milestone That Outshines Even His Barcelona Peak
At 39, Lionel Messi is rewriting his own legend in MLS, where his goal-scoring and playmaking have reached unprecedented heights—surpassing even the heights of his Barcelona prime. With 900 career goals, a historic MLS Golden Boot lead, and a World Cup resurgence, his current form demands comparison to the very best of his career.
CAF Women’s Champions League 2026: Ampem Darkoa Ladies join Group B after contentious draw in Cairo
Ghana’s Ampem Darkoa Ladies secure a spot in the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League after a legal victory over Edo Queens, landing in Group B alongside defending champions AS FAR. The draw in Cairo sets up a competitive Group B, with the tournament kicking off in Egypt from November 1–15.
Ghana’s Essipong Stadium races for CAF certification ahead of AFCONQ showdown with Somalia
The National Sports Authority is pushing to finalize Essipong Stadium’s certification in time for Ghana’s 2027 AFCON qualifier against Somalia, with Acting DG Prof. Emmanuel Osei Sarpong confirming outstanding requirements are being addressed. The November clash hinges on meeting CAF’s rigorous standards.
UEFA Delivers Scathing 42-Question Demands to FIFA Over Infantino’s Presidency
UEFA has escalated its scrutiny of Gianni Infantino’s leadership with a formal letter demanding answers to 42 urgent questions—ranging from the abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprise plan to conflicts of interest tied to Donald Trump—while setting a November 2 deadline for FIFA’s response. The move follows mounting pressure over governance failures and a lack of transparency.
Ghana’s U-20 AFCON hosting rights in jeopardy as funding crisis deepens
With less than a year until the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, Ghana’s government faces mounting pressure to secure funding for the tournament—or risk losing the rights entirely. Morocco and Egypt stand ready to step in as backups, while CAF’s patience is clearly running thin.
Malawi’s World Cup architect Lovemore Fazili stripped of 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup coaching role over licence failure
Lovemore Fazili, the mastermind behind Malawi’s groundbreaking 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification, has been disqualified from leading the national team at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup after failing to secure a CAF A coaching licence. The decision, confirmed by Football Association of Malawi president Fleetwood Haiya, threatens to derail the nation’s footballing ambitions just as they prepare for their first-ever global stage.
Kwasi Sibo’s Champions League debut: A moment of triumph for Ghana’s rising midfield enforcer
Ghana’s Kwasi Sibo made his CAF Champions League debut in style, scoring a goal and delivering an assist as Asswehly SC secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Espérance Sportive de Tunis. The 28-year-old midfielder’s performance marked a defining moment in his career and reaffirmed his growing influence in African football’s elite stage.