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Blatter Firm: “The 2022 World Cup Will Be Played in Qatar” Despite ongoing controversy and fresh corruption allegations, FIFA President Joseph Blatter reaffirmed that the 2022 FIFA World Cup will remain in Qatar. Speaking at the Asian Football Confederation awards in Manila, Blatter dismissed calls to reconsider the host nation: “The 2022 World Cup will […]
Antoine Kombouaré Responds to RC Lens Fan Protest Amid Financial Crisis Antoine Kombouaré, head coach of RC Lens, has addressed the fan protests that disrupted Saturday’s 2-0 victory over FC Metz at the Stade de la Licorne in Amiens. The match was briefly halted in the 19th minute after Lens supporters ignited smoke bombs and […]
Ligue 1 – Matchday 16: Marseille Without André Ayew for Trip to Lorient Olympique de Marseille, current leaders of Ligue 1, will travel to Lorient this Tuesday for the opening match of the 16th round. Kick-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. (French time). However, André Ayew will miss the family showdown against his younger brother […]
Yacine Brahimi Named 2014 BBC African Footballer of the Year Yacine Brahimi has been crowned the BBC African Footballer of the Year 2014, succeeding Ivorian star Yaya Touré, who had dominated the award in recent years. The Algerian playmaker was chosen by BBC viewers worldwide, finishing ahead of Nigerian goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama. 🌍 A Stellar […]
Djibril Cissé has returned to France and completed his medical examination. The French striker has signed a contract with Sporting Club de Bastia for a year and a half. Cissé is expected to make his debut for the Corsican club on Sunday against Evian in the Coupe de France. Sporting coach Frédéric Hantz expressed confidence […]
AFCON 2015: CAF Announces Official Seedings Ahead of Draw in Malabo The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the official seedings for the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to take place from January 17 to February 8, 2015, in Equatorial Guinea. The tournament was originally scheduled to be hosted by Morocco, but […]
Michel Platini Denies Corruption Allegations Over 2018 and 2022 World Cup Bids Michel Platini has finally broken his silence following renewed accusations of corruption related to the awarding of the 2018 World Cup to Russia and 2022 to Qatar. In its latest edition, The Sunday Times alleged that Platini, then UEFA President and member of […]
Khazri Stays Positive Despite Bordeaux’s Defeat to Marseille Despite Bordeaux’s 3-1 loss to Marseille last Sunday in Ligue 1, Wahbi Khazri is keeping his head up. The Tunisian midfielder chose to focus on the positives as the Girondins de Bordeaux prepare for their next clash against Lille. “There were a lot of positives,” Khazri told […]
Senegal Basketball Awards 2013-2014: Birahim Gaye and Diary Diouf Crowned Best Players The National Basketball Standardization Committee (CNBS) has unveiled the standout performers of the 2013-2014 basketball season in Senegal. The top honors go to Birahim Gaye of Douane and Diary Diouf of Saint-Louis Basket Club (SLBC), who were voted Best Male and Female Players […]
Ligue 1 – Bordeaux vs Lille: Crucial Clash for Sagnol’s Men The Girondins de Bordeaux are gearing up to face Lille in a high-stakes encounter as part of Matchday 15 in Ligue 1. This match holds significant importance for Bordeaux, who aim to reclaim 4th place, currently held by Rennes after their impressive 2-0 win […]
