Benin to honour late Senegalese footballer Sidy Diakhaté before repatriation
Loto Popo will hold a final tribute for late Senegalese footballer Sidy Diakhaté in Cotonou before his remains return to...
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Gambian referee Ngum Fatou to handle Nigeria-Benin WAFCON 2026 qualifier
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Gambian referee Ngum Fatou to take charge of the first-leg clash between...
Benin coach Gernot Rohr unhappy with officiating in final World Cup qualifier defeat against Nigeria
Benin coach Gernot Rohr has expressed his displeasure about officiating in their final 2026 World Cup qualifier against Nigeria. The...
WAFCON 2026 qualifiers: Nigeria in high spirit ahead of Benin clash – Coach Justine Madugu
Head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Justine Madugu says his outfit are in high spirit ahead of their...
Nigeria coach unfazed by Jennifer Echegini absence ahead of key WAFCON 2026 qualifier against Benin
Head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Justine Madugu is unfazed by the unavailability of star midfielder Jennifer Echegini...
Nigeria’s Super Falcons intensify preparation for WAFCON 2026 qualifier against Benin
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have stepped up their preparation ahead of their 2026 Women African Cup of Nations qualifier...
Benin set to host 2025 WAFU-B U20 girls tournament
Benin will host the second edition of the Union of West African Football Federations (WAFU-B) U20 Girls Championship from November...
Steve Mounié speaks out after Benin’s 2026 World Cup elimination
Benin captain Steve Mounié has broken his silence following the Cheetahs’ painful exit from the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Benin’s...
Benin Abdoulaye Ouzerou unfazed by Super Falcons threat ahead of crucial WAFCON 2026 qualifier
Head coach of Benin Abdoulaye Ouzerou, has played down Super Falcons of Nigeria threat ahead of the crunch 2026 Women’s...
Benin coach Abdoulaye Ouzerou vows to upset Nigeria in 2026 WAFCON qualifiers
Head coach of Benin Abdoulaye Ouzerou, has expressed confidence ahead of their epic clash against the Super Falcons in the...
Cebio Soukou praises Benin’s spirit after World Cup exit
Benin’s World Cup dream ended in painful fashion after a 4-0 defeat to Nigeria on Tuesday, October 14. The Super...
Benin coach Gernot Rohr reflects on handing Victor Osimhen debut Nigeria call up, happy with progress
Benin coach Gernot Rohr has reflected on handing striker Victor Osimhen his maiden Nigeria call up, while expressing joy about...
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle hails Victor Osimhen as ‘best striker’ in the world
Head coach of the Nigeria national team, Eric Chelle has hailed Victor Osimhen as the best the striker in the...
‘We don’t have enough players of high level’ – Benin coach Gernot Rohr after missing out on 2026 World Cup
Benin head coach Gernot Rohr has spoken out for the first time since his team’s crushing 4-0 loss to Nigeria...
Victor Osimhen hat-trick fires Nigeria past Benin but World Cup dream still unfulfilled
Victor Osimhen delivered a stunning performance as Nigeria thrashed Benin 4-0 in their decisive 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday....
Rwanda coach Adel Amrouche vows to upset South Africa in final World Cup qualifier
Head coach of Rwanda, Adel Amrouche has expressed strong confidence in his side ahead of the decisive 2026 World Cup...
Benin captain Steve Mounie taunts Nigeria ahead of decisive World Cup qualifier
Benin captain Steve Mounie is confident about his outfit securing second consecutive win against Nigeria in the 2026 World Cup...
Brazilian striker Felipe Dos Santos gains Beninese citizenship, eyes national team call-up
Felipe Dos Santos, a 28-year-old Brazilian striker, has officially obtained Beninese nationality, opening the door to a potential call-up for...
It’s a shame –Taye Taiwo opens up on Nigeria’s World Cup qualification struggle
Former Nigeria defender Taye Taiwo has opened up on Nigeria’s disappointing performance in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The West...
South Africa Keeper Ronwen Williams urges fans to stay positive ahead of crucial final World Cup qualifier
South Africa goalkeeper Ronwen Williams has called on fans not to doubt their qualification chances ahead of the final round...