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Arsenal thrash Nottingham Forest to ruin Postecoglou's Premier League return

Martin Zubimendi bagged his first goals for the Gunners following his close-season move from Real Sociedad.

Mohamed Salah, Egypt made to wait for World Cup spot

Morocco and Tunisia are the only African teams so far that have secured their place in next summer's tournament.

Tunisia beat Equatorial Guinea 1-0 to qualify for 2026 World Cup

Mohamed Ben Romdhane scored a 94th minute winner as Tunisia booked their place at the 2026 World Cup with a 1-0 victory over hosts Equatorial Guinea in Malabo on Monday.

Salah-inspired Egypt can seal World Cup slot by beating Burkina Faso

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah could this week become the second African football icon after Achraf Hakimi to ensure his presence at the 2026 World Cup in North America.

Morocco thrash Niger to become first African team to qualify for 2026 World Cup

Nigeria are set to play their game on Saturday against Rwanda as the World Cup qualifiers intensify.

FIFA picks Liberian football great Weah to lead anti-racism fight

Ballon d'Or winner George Weah leading the charge alongside other African greats like Didier Drogba, Emmanuel Adebayor and Mercy Akide.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Somalia warm up for crucial qualifying match against Guinea

Somalia's squad, studded with foreign-born stars, hope upcoming matches will dramatically change their qualification fortunes.

Coach of South Africa's Orlando Pirates injured in car accident

Former Morocco international and Fulham centre-back Abdeslam Ouaddou has been hospitalised after a car accident in South Africa, where he is coach of Soweto giants Orlando Pirates.

Bayer Leverkusen sack head coach Erik ten Hag after two league matches

Bayer Leverkusen have sacked manager Erik ten Hag after two league games in charge, the Bundesliga club announced on Monday.

Cameroonian Mbeumo scores debut league goal for Man Utd in win over Burnley

Bryan Mbeumo scored United second goal to restore the home side's advantage in a match decided by a last minute penalty from captain Bruno Fernandes.

FIFA boss grilled over safety of African visitors to the US at 2026 World Cup

“Everyone will be welcome in North America next year for the World Cup,” said FIFA boss Gianni Infantino.

Osimhen, Lookman receive Nigeria call-up for crucial World Cup qualifiers

Nigeria are fourth in their qualifying Group C with just one win in six and trail leaders South Africa by six points with four games to play.

Turkish club Fenerbahce sack coach Jose Mourinho

Mourinho's departure follows Champions League playoff elimination by Benfica.

Türkiye to enter 'different league' with new homegrown Steel Dome air defence system: Erdogan

"No country that cannot develop its own air defence system can look to the future with confidence in the face of current challenges," Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says.

Here’s the difference between CHAN and AFCON competition

In African football, CHAN and the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) are the premier tournaments of the sport. But they bear notable differences despite both being organised by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

African champions Pyramids begin title defence in first round

New African champions Pyramids of Egypt will begin the defence of their Champions League crown in the first round next month.

What Victor Osimhen’s return to Galatasaray means for Turkish football

The Nigerian striker’s €75m transfer reshapes expectations for the Super Lig, and tells a story of resilience, ambition, and global influence in Turkish football.

Brazilian Ribeiro steals show at South African football awards

Lucas Ribeiro dominated the annual South African football awards after receiving four trophies.

Vuvuzela: CHAN bans iconic symbol of African football extravaganza

Fans arriving for CHAN games with the iconic symbol of football fanfare will be denied entry or asked to dispose of them at security checkpoints, say CHAN organisers.

WAFCON 2024: Nigeria crowned African football queens after beating hosts Morocco

Nigeria defeated hosts Morocco 3-2 to win their 10th WAFCON trophy.

Zimbabwe qualify for Rugby World Cup for first time since 1991

Zimbabwe is the second side from Africa, after world champion South Africa, to secure a berth in the expanded 24-team World Cup in Australia in 2027.

FIFA Club World Cup: Maresca likens Chelsea title win to Champions League glory

English side defeats Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final as US President Donald Trump watches from the stands

Players should rest at least 72 hours before next match, and have 21 holiday days per season: FIFA

FIFA says players' representatives and the sport's governing body have reached a consensus on the need for a period of rest of 72 hours between matches, and a minimum of 21 days of holidays at the end of each season.

Aïssata Traoré becomes first Malian player in the US women's football league

Aïssata Traoré will remain on loan with French club FC Fleury 91 before joining Boston for its first preseason in 2026.