The Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) will transition to a quadrennial format starting in 2028, as announced by Patrice Motsepe, the president of the Confederation of African Football (Caf). Historically, the tournament has been held biannually since 1968, with an exception in 2013, when a one-year hiatus occurred between the 2012 and 2013 competitions. The... Continue Reading →
A seismic shift has occurred in African football this Monday evening as the Cameroonian Football Federation has made the bold decision to part ways with head coach Marc Brys, just three weeks ahead of the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This unexpected announcement has not only reverberated through the football community but also... Continue Reading →
Morocco's right-back Achraf Hakimi has been honored with the title of the 2025 African Footballer of the Year during the prestigious Confederation of African Football (Caf) Awards held in Rabat. This accolade marks a triumphant moment not only for Hakimi but also for Moroccan football, showcasing an impressive night filled with celebrations as the host... Continue Reading →
Arsenal Football Club is set to end its long-standing and increasingly contentious partnership with Visit Rwanda at the end of the current season. This marks the end of an eight-year sleeve sponsorship that has been met with sustained criticism from both supporters and political leaders alike. The decision follows a mutual agreement with the Rwanda... Continue Reading →
Cape Verde has made history by becoming the second-smallest nation to qualify for the World Cup, following an impressive 3-0 victory over Eswatini in their recent match. This decisive win not only secured them a spot in the 2026 finals but also allowed the Blue Sharks to take the top position in their qualifying group,... Continue Reading →
Gabonese international Aaron Boupendza has tragically passed away at the young age of 28, following an incident in which he reportedly fell from a building in China. This shocking news has reverberated throughout the footballing world and left many in deep sorrow. Boupendza was a forward who proudly wore the colors of Gabon at the... Continue Reading →
The Zambia women’s national team has made the critical decision to withdraw four of its US-based players from the squad for their upcoming matches, citing concerns related to the immigration policies enacted by the Trump administration. This announcement was made on Wednesday by the country’s football federation, highlighting the growing apprehensions surrounding the treatment of... Continue Reading →
In a groundbreaking move for the world of football, FIFA has unveiled a staggering $1 billion prize fund associated with its newly established 32-team Club World Cup, which will take place in the United States. This tournament is set to offer the largest winner’s payout in FIFA history, with the victorious team standing to gain... Continue Reading →
Lawyers for Samuel Eto'o have announced that a recent ruling, which resulted in the president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (Fecafoot) being fined $200,000 for an ethics breach, has now been quashed on appeal. This significant development comes after a lengthy investigation initiated by the Confederation of African Football (Caf) into Eto’o's conduct. The investigation... Continue Reading →
Nigeria's Ademola Lookman has been crowned the 2024 African Footballer of the Year at the prestigious Confederation of African Football (Caf) Awards held in Marrakesh, a significant honor that underscores his remarkable talent and contributions to the sport. Lookman's victory highlights a continuing trend of Nigerian excellence in African football, as he follows in the... Continue Reading →
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