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Mamelodi Sundowns’ Miguel Cardoso: Why the Champions League Win Justifies His Future at the Club
With the CAF Champions League trophy secured, Mamelodi Sundowns’ management has faced scrutiny over their decision to retain Miguel Cardoso despite early-season setbacks. Legend Roger Feutmba argues that firing a coach who delivered continental glory is not only unjustified but a tactical misstep—one that risks squandering a rare moment of dominance in African football.
The consecutive exits of Nigeria’s last two…
The consecutive exits of Nigeria’s last two CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup representatives—Rangers International and El Kanemi Warriors—highlight a persistent pattern of underperformance in continental club competitions. With only weeks left to submit squad lists for the 2026/27 season, the question remains: can Nigeria break this cycle or will another season of early exits become the norm?
CAF Champions League: Rangers’ Title Ambitions Crumble to MC Alger’s Resilience
Rangers International’s two-goal first-leg advantage in the CAF Champions League was wiped out by MC Alger’s relentless counterattack, sealing a 3-2 aggregate defeat and ending their title hopes. The Algerian side’s tactical adaptability and clinical finishing turned a defensive struggle into a dramatic reversal.
Mamelodi Sundowns survive Carling Knockout thriller to extend domestic trophy hopes
Mamelodi Sundowns secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Marumo Gallants in the Carling Knockout Cup last 16, ending their Champions League disappointment with a late winner from Thandi Selepe. With multiple domestic trophies still in play, coach Miguel Cardoso faces the challenge of maintaining momentum while navigating a crowded schedule.
Scottland FC Turns to Warriors Legend Peter Ndlovu as Norman Mapeza’s Exit Sparks Leadership Change
After failing to secure Champions League qualification, Scottland FC has appointed former Zimbabwe international Peter Ndlovu as interim head coach. The move follows Norman Mapeza’s dismissal, with Ndlovu—once a club captain—now leading the technical team in a transitional period ahead of a permanent appointment.
Norman Mapeza’s future at Scotland FC hangs in balance after CAF Champions League collapse
The fallout from Scotland FC’s humiliating exit from the CAF Champions League has cast doubt over former Chippa United coach Norman Mapeza’s tenure. With the club’s future under scrutiny and managerial instability rife across South African football, Mapeza’s position is now under intense review.
CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup Draws Locked In: Key Dates for 2026-27 Season
The Confederation of African Football has officially confirmed the dates for the 2026-27 CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup draws, marking the next pivotal moments in Africa’s club football calendar. From preliminary rounds to group stage allocations, every team’s journey begins on August 6 and October 28, respectively—both set to unfold in Cairo.
CAF Champions League 2026/27: The 16 Teams Set to Define Africa’s Premier Club Competition
The 2026/27 CAF Champions League group stages will feature 16 clubs, including defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns—who survived a shock exit before rebounding—and the absence of Al Ahly, Africa’s most decorated side. With the Cairo draw looming, tactical battles and historical rivalries will shape a campaign already marked by unpredictability.
Orlando Pirates Defy Expectations to Reach CAF Champions League Group Stages
Orlando Pirates have become the only South African club to reach the group stage of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League this season. The Buccaneers secured qualification with a commanding 4–0 vic
Miguel Cardoso’s defiant vision: Mamelodi Sundowns must turn CAF Champions League heartbreak into a springboard
After a dramatic exit from the 2026 CAF Champions League, Mamelodi Sundowns’ coach Miguel Cardoso has refused to dwell on failure—instead, he has outlined a tactical and psychological blueprint for redemption. With the club’s future in the competition now uncertain, his words carry weight as the team prepares for a new challenge.
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 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.
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
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.
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.