Following the incidents during the third round return of the CAN 2013 qualifiers between Senegal and Ivory Coast, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has suspended the Léopold-Sédar-Senghor stadium in Senegal for one year. Additionally, the Senegalese Football Federation has been fined $100,000, with half of the amount to be paid within two months. The […]
The 8th edition of the African Military Football Cup is scheduled to take place from December 7 to 17 in Ivory Coast. The Ivorian national selection, based at the Vitib training center in Grand-Bassam, received a visit from the Minister Delegate for Defense, Paul Koffi Koffi, who expressed his expectations for the team. Preparations for […]
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) issued a final appeal to African clubs regarding the registration deadline for interclub competitions, namely the Orange Champions League and Orange Confederation Cup. The deadline for registration was set for Friday, November 30, 2012. CAF reminded the concerned clubs of this deadline through a press release published on its […]
Luiz Felipe Scolari’s comment about players needing to handle pressure or work for the Bank of Brazil has stirred controversy, prompting a response from the Bank. The Bank of Brazil expressed dissatisfaction with the coach’s comment, defending the honor and dedication of its 116,000 employees. Scolari, realizing the impact of his statement, later apologized, emphasizing […]
The CAF Disciplinary Commission has issued sanctions against Togo for violations during the CAN 2013 qualifying match against Kenya in Lomé. Togo has been found guilty of violating Article 83.2 and Article 151 of the disciplinary code. The violations include the invasion of the Kégué field by Togolese spectators to celebrate the team’s victory, putting […]
The offer from the Mauritanian football federation to host Senegal’s matches in the 2014 World Cup qualifiers demonstrates solidarity and sportsmanship between African nations. The Mauritanian president, Ahmed Ould Yahya, expresses willingness to accommodate the Lions and highlights the potential challenges of hosting the match in Senegal’s capital, where there are many Lions supporters. The […]
Ferdinand Coly’s statement about binationals being afraid of “khons” is likely to be interpreted and discussed widely. The term “khons” may have specific cultural or contextual significance, and without further context, its exact meaning might be subject to interpretation. As for his endorsement of Aliou Cissé to take over the national team amid the current […]
AS Monaco’s solid performance and victory over Sedan in Ligue 2 are positive indicators of their form and determination to secure promotion. The team’s goals were scored by A. Raggi, G. Kagelmacher, and I. Touré, contributing to their convincing 3-1 win. Additionally, the speculation about David Beckham’s potential move to AS Monaco in January adds […]
Joseph Marius Omoga, the Cameroonian coach of AC Leopards de Dolisie, achieved a remarkable feat by winning the Confederation Cup, marking the Congo’s return to continental success after 38 years. In an interview, Omoga credited the team’s success to their extensive preparation, playing numerous matches nationally and internationally, including in the DRC, Gabon, and Angola. […]
It’s not uncommon for football club scouts and managers to attend matches to observe potential transfer targets. In this case, Queens Park Rangers (QPR) officials were reportedly present to watch the performance of Jean-Armel Kana-Biyik, a Cameroonian international defender who plays for Rennes, during a French league quarter-final match against Troyes. Scouting trips are a […]
