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Kwasi Sibo’s CAF Champions League debut seals Al Swehly’s first-leg advantage over Esperance
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Kwasi Sibo’s CAF Champions League debut seals Al Swehly’s first-leg advantage over Esperance

Ghana’s Kwasi Sibo made his continental club competition bow as Al Swehly edged past Tunisia’s Esperance de Tunis in a hard-fought 1-0 win at Misurata Stadium. The result sets up a tense return leg while reinforcing the Libyan side’s ambitions in Africa’s premier tournament.

19 Oct 2026
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Ghana’s Black Sharks clinch 2026 Beach Soccer AFCON berth with 7-4 triumph over Nigeria
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Ghana’s Black Sharks clinch 2026 Beach Soccer AFCON berth with 7-4 triumph over Nigeria

The Black Sharks secured their place at the 2026 CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations after a dramatic 7-4 victory in the second leg against Nigeria, sealing a 10-7 aggregate win. The result caps a decisive qualifying campaign for Ghana’s beach soccer side.

18 Oct 2026
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Scottland FC’s Historic CAF Champions League Triumph: Billiat and Musona Seal Unforgettable Victory Over Petro Atlético

Scottland FC delivered a stunning 2-0 upset over CAF Champions League giants Petro Atlético, with Khama Billiat and Knowledge Musona combining to secure a triumph that will echo through Zimbabwean football history. The victory marks a legendary debut for the club in the continent’s elite competition.

18 Oct 2026
Mamelodi Sundowns target historic CAF Champions League treble as title defence begins
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Mamelodi Sundowns target historic CAF Champions League treble as title defence begins

With their second CAF Champions League crown secured in May, Mamelodi Sundowns now set their sights on a third continental title—a feat no African club has achieved. The South African giants return to the competition with a squad built for dominance and a manager determined to write history.

18 Oct 2026
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Wenger’s Potential Challenge Looms as FIFA’s 2027 Election Heats Up
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Wenger’s Potential Challenge Looms as FIFA’s 2027 Election Heats Up

The FIFA presidential election scheduled for 2027 could become more competitive if Arsène Wenger decides to stand against incumbent Gianni Infantino. Senior figures in European football have reported

17 Oct 2026
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Kwasi Sibo poised to make CAF Champions League debut as Al-Swehly target Espérance Sportive

Ghana midfielder Kwasi Sibo is set to return to action for Al-Swehly in the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League, with his experience crucial as the Libyan side seeks to progress past Tunisia’s Espérance Sportive. The match, a high-stakes clash for a group-stage spot, will determine Al-Swehly’s ambitions in the 2026-27 edition.

16 Oct 2026
FIFA Council Rejects Infantino’s Apology Over World Cup Privatization Plan: ‘No Answers Provided’
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FIFA Council Rejects Infantino’s Apology Over World Cup Privatization Plan: ‘No Answers Provided’

After a closed-door meeting in Zurich, FIFA president Gianni Infantino apologized for the botched FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal—but European delegates, including Bernd Neuendorf and Debbie Hewitt, demanded concrete answers that were never given. The failure to clarify the controversial privatization plan has deepened the crisis of confidence in his leadership.

16 Oct 2026
Ghana’s World Cup Visa Crisis: How Ordinary Fans Could Bear the Cost of Scandal
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Ghana’s World Cup Visa Crisis: How Ordinary Fans Could Bear the Cost of Scandal

Allegations of irregularities in Ghana’s visa preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup threaten more than just the nation’s football administration—they could disrupt travel plans, tourism, and even the economic benefits of hosting for thousands of ordinary Ghanaians. The fallout extends far beyond the pitch, with potential ripple effects on fans, businesses, and the country’s broader reputation.

16 Oct 2026
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The World Cup’s Absence Cost Jamaica a Pitch in Every Parish
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The World Cup’s Absence Cost Jamaica a Pitch in Every Parish

The financial and cultural weight of missing the 2026 World Cup extends far beyond the scoreboard—it amounts to the cost of building a floodlit football pitch in every parish of Jamaica. A closer look at the numbers reveals how much more than a tournament was at stake.

15 Oct 2026
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FIFA Unveils $6.35 Billion Development Fund: How Infantino’s $25 Million Per Nation Plan Could Reshape Global Football
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FIFA Unveils $6.35 Billion Development Fund: How Infantino’s $25 Million Per Nation Plan Could Reshape Global Football

The financial architecture of global football is on the brink of a seismic shift. FIFA has finalised a $6.35 billion development fund for the 2027–30 cycle, a sum so vast it dwarfs the $1.76 billion

14 Oct 2026
Gianni Infantino’s £1.3m Undeclared Payment Sparks Resignation Demands as FIFA’s Future Hangs in Balance
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Gianni Infantino’s £1.3m Undeclared Payment Sparks Resignation Demands as FIFA’s Future Hangs in Balance

FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces mounting pressure to resign after revelations of an undisclosed £1.3m payment from the 2026 World Cup organizing company, while his controversial privatization plans deepen the crisis of confidence within world football’s leadership. With boycotts looming and his re-election looming in 2027, the stakes could not be higher.

14 Oct 2026
CONCACAF and Shriners Children’s Expand Partnership to Elevate Humanitarian Impact Across Gold Cup, Nations League, and W Championship
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CONCACAF and Shriners Children’s Expand Partnership to Elevate Humanitarian Impact Across Gold Cup, Nations League, and W Championship

CONCACAF has solidified a landmark expansion of its partnership with Shriners Children’s, integrating the paediatric charity into the W Championship alongside the Gold Cup and Nations League Finals. The move deepens the organization’s commitment to storytelling and awareness, amplifying the voices of patients across North and Central America.

14 Oct 2026
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Puerto Rico’s U-17 Women’s Team Forges History in Morocco as Las Boricuas Begin First-Ever FIFA World Cup Campaign
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Puerto Rico’s U-17 Women’s Team Forges History in Morocco as Las Boricuas Begin First-Ever FIFA World Cup Campaign

Puerto Rico’s U-17 women’s national team has made history by qualifying for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, where they will face DPR Korea in their opening match. The team’s gritty performance against the USA in a recent qualifier underscores their resilience, while the road ahead in Rabat promises to test their mettle against elite competition.

13 Oct 2026
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Maracana Stadium to Host 2027 Women’s World Cup Final as Brazil Marks Historic Hosting Debut
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Maracana Stadium to Host 2027 Women’s World Cup Final as Brazil Marks Historic Hosting Debut

Brazil has secured the rights to host the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time in its history, with the iconic Maracana Stadium set to stage the tournament’s climax. The announcement also reveals the preliminary playoff structure, including Rabat’s role in the qualifying phase, as 32 nations prepare for a month-long celebration of women’s football.

13 Oct 2026
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Gianni Infantino Faces Unprecedented Backlash as Re-election Bid Unravels Amid FIFA Leadership Crisis

Gianni Infantino’s presidency has always been defined by audacity—whether it was his bold restructuring of FIFA’s financial model or his relentless pursuit of commercial expansion. But even the

13 Oct 2026
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