The first leg clash in the final round of qualifiers between Ivory Coast’s elephants and Senegal’s Lions was described as a fantastic match, ending in a 4-2 victory for Ivory Coast. Despite the defeat, the Senegalese staff believes that the Ivorian selection is “within their reach,” expressing confidence ahead of the return match. On the […]
The Togo national team is set to face Gabon in a crucial match for the final round of qualifiers for the African Cup of Nations in South Africa 2013. Togo’s coach, Didier Six, has revealed his starting eleven, showcasing a strategic approach with six defenders, two defensive midfielders, and two attackers. This lineup indicates a […]
Kossi Agassa, who was nominated among the best players for the month of August at his club Reims, has turned down the call-up from Togo’s coach, Didier Six. The French coach faces a decision between Baba Tchagouni from Dijon and Atsu Mawugbé from Maranatha de Fiokpo (a Togo first-division club) to guard the goalposts in […]
Following a press release issued last week, refuting rumors about striker Asamoah Gyan being appointed captain of the Black Stars, the Ghana Football Federation (GFA) reversed its stance this Thursday, officially confirming the information. The GFA’s website now announces that Asamoah Gyan, the striker from Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates, has indeed been […]
The participants in the final phase of the 29th edition of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations face challenging hurdles before reaching their goal. Currently, only South Africa is assured of participating as the host country. This stage also sees the reintroduction of the 16 teams from the previous edition, held seven months ago in […]
The staff of the Super Eagles of Nigeria has announced the withdrawal of midfielder Gabriel Reuben from the upcoming confrontation against Liberia this Saturday. The player from Kano Pillars sustained an injury during the Federation Cup final, which worsened during the Super Eagles’ preparation in Abuja. A team official has confirmed Reuben’s withdrawal, stating, “Reuben […]
Zambia’s Chipolopolo coach, Hervé Renard, finds it challenging to explain why the reigning champions won’t be participating in the upcoming African Cup of Nations. Speaking to the press post a training session at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium, Renard expressed that despite facing constraints with player availability due to club commitments, the five days of preparation were […]
President Jacques Anouma remains undeterred despite the eligibility conditions adopted in Seychelles on September 3 for the upcoming CAF (Confederation of African Football) elective congress scheduled for March in Morocco. The declared candidate, former president of the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF), is determined to pursue his candidacy despite amendments stipulating that candidates must have been […]
Seydou Keita will lead Mali as captain in the initial leg of the CAN 2013 qualifiers this weekend in Bamako against Botswana. The former FC Barcelona player assumed the role following the refusal of the incumbent, Cédric Kanté, who opted not to accept the invitation from Patrice Carteron, prioritizing commitments to his club FC Sochaux. […]
The question of loyalty to the club crest has resurfaced at Olympique de Marseille, and the sporting director, José Anigo, has taken a stance following the refusal of certain players to wear the club’s crest. Among those in question is the young Ghanaian international striker, Jordan Ayew. At 21 years old, Jordan Ayew has played […]
