Africans Abroad

‘Salah may not match last season’s numbers’ – Arne Slot concedes

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has spoken about the extraordinary numbers Mohamed Salah posted during the 2024/25 season, tempering expectations as...

Abdul Karim May 23, 2025

Africans Born Abroad

French-Tunisian Ben Yedder faces court over abuse charges amid ongoing divorce

Wissam Ben Yedder, the former AS Monaco striker of Tunisian descent, appeared before the criminal court in Nice on Wednesday...

Abdul Karim May 23, 2025

Africans Born Abroad

Kylian Mbappé’s stellar debut season earns him Real Madrid Player of the Year honour

Kylian Mbappé has been named Real Madrid’s Player of the Season for the 2024/25 campaign, capping off a remarkable debut...

Abdul Karim May 23, 2025

Algeria

Algeria U20 to face Tunisia in high-stakes youth friendly on June 4

Algeria’s U20 national team will meet their Tunisian counterparts on 4 June in an international friendly that promises to showcase...

Elikplim Bokor May 23, 2025

Africans Born Abroad

Kylian Mbappé pens heartfelt tribute to Luka Modrić following Real Madrid legend’s departure

Kylian Mbappé has paid an emotional tribute to Luka Modrić, describing the Croatian icon as the embodiment of greatness in...

Abdul Karim May 23, 2025

Africans Born Abroad

Bayern Munich open new contract talks with Dayot Upamecano over new deal until 2030

FC Bayern Munich have opened fresh negotiations with Dayot Upamecano over a contract extension that would tie the French centre-back...

Abdul Karim May 22, 2025

Africans Abroad

RSC Anderlecht eye free transfer move for Nigerian international Jordan Torunarigha

RSC Anderlecht have identified Nigerian international Jordan Torunarigha as a top defensive target ahead of the summer transfer window, as...

Elikplim Bokor May 22, 2025

Ghana

Winfried Schäfer outlines strategic role in Ghana Football overhaul

Winfried Schäfer has outlined the scope of his responsibilities within the Ghana Football Association, making it clear that his involvement...

Elikplim Bokor May 22, 2025

Africans Abroad

West Ham plot summer move for Chelsea trio Chalobah, Adarabioyo and Disasi

West Ham United are actively pursuing a trio of Chelsea defenders—Trevoh Chalobah, Tosin Adarabioyo, and Axel Disasi—as they aim to...

Abdul Karim May 22, 2025

Africans Born Abroad

Ousmane Dembele believes in history-making moment as PSG target Champions League glory

Ousmane Dembele is ready for the biggest night of his Paris Saint-Germain career. As the French giants gear up to...

Elias Boateng May 22, 2025

Africans Born Abroad

Kylian Mbappe crowned Real Madrid’s Player of the Season after dazzling debut year

In a season filled with thrills, Kylian Mbappe has emerged as Real Madrid’s standout performer. The French forward capped his...

Elias Boateng May 22, 2025

Latest News

Tunisian Ligue 2: Jendouba Sport sanctioned after crowd trouble forces match abandonment

CS Msaken have been awarded a 2-0 victory over Jendouba Sport following the abandonment of their Ligue 2 Group A...

Elikplim Bokor May 22, 2025

Below is a poorly written news report. Turn it into a highly professional BBC-written news article. Make it 100% unique in wording from the origianl, creative, and human-like style article. Do not change the quotes in the story. The opening paragraph must be direct to the story without any unneccesary opening words. Do not add your own information to the story. Write content that can easily pass the ai detection tools test. Make the new text at least 400 words with its own unique headline. The headline must not have a prefix in it: South Africa: Kaizer Chiefs coach sees Nedbank Cup final as turning point Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi believes winning the Nedbank Cup final against Orlando Pirates could mark a turning point for his team, Amakhosi. Despite recent league defeats against Pirates, Nabi is optimistic his team can bounce back and bring home the trophy. "I believe if we win this match on Saturday, everything will change for the club," he said, emphasizing the importance of the encounter. Chiefs' last domestic victory was in 2014, also against Pirates, in the MTN8 in Durban. However, Nabi is cautious and wants to avoid putting too much pressure on his players, aware that this could harm their performance. "I won't put too much pressure on the players, because if I do, they won't perform well. You have to find a balance," he added. The former AS FAR coach is confident his players will respond positively to the challenge and approach the match with high morale. "Trust me, we're going into this match with high morale. We have to fight, and I promise we'll go to Durban with great confidence." This confidence is crucial given the team's current struggles in the league, where they sit ninth with 30 points and just two games remaining. A Nedbank Cup victory would be a significant boost to Chiefs' morale and season. Their last major trophy was in 2015, when they won the league title under Stuart Baxter. The team reached the Nedbank Cup final in 2019, but lost to TS Galaxy at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Chiefs' run to the final was impressive, with a semi-final victory over Mamelodi Sundowns. Pirates, meanwhile, beat Marumo Gallants to advance. It promises to be an exciting contest between two Soweto giants, with Chiefs looking to end their trophy drought and Pirates aiming for a third consecutive title. The stage is set for a thrilling match at Moses Mabhida Stadium, where Nabi's words could inspire his players against their historic rivals. Will Chiefs bring home the trophy and usher in a new era of success, or will Pirates continue their dominance? The suspense remains, but the match promises to be memorable.

Africans Abroad

Saudi club Al-Hilal commence negotiations with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen

Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal have opened talks with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, hoping to secure his signing this summer....

Eric Kwafo May 22, 2025

Competitions

Souleymane Diawara stresses mental strength ahead of crucial DR Congo-Senegal World Cup qualifier

Senegal’s pivotal trip to Kinshasa in September to face DR Congo in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers could prove...

Elikplim Bokor May 22, 2025

Bayer Leverkusen's Simon Rolfes weighs in on Jonathan Tah's uncertain future

Africans Born Abroad

Jonathan Tah weighs future as Bayern Munich push for quick deal

Jonathan Tah stands at a career crossroads, with two European giants waiting. The Bayer Leverkusen defender is taking time during...

Elias Boateng May 22, 2025

Guinea

Guinea unveils renovated Mamady Doumbouya Stadium in Boké

Guinea officially inaugurated the newly refurbished Mamady Doumbouya Stadium in Boké on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in the country’s...

Elikplim Bokor May 22, 2025

Africans Born Abroad

Dayot Upamecano set to stay as Bayern Munich finalize contract terms

Dayot Upamecano is staying put at Bayern Munich, with a new contract extension nearly wrapped up. The club and the...

Elias Boateng May 22, 2025

Frenkie de Jong dismisses comparisons between Spanish-Moroccan Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi

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Super-agent Jorge Mendes backs Lamine Yamal to win 2025 Ballon d’Or

The agent of Barcelona star Lamine Yamal, Jorge Mendes, has backed the player to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or. The...

Eric Kwafo May 22, 2025

Africans Born Abroad

Ryan Cherki breaks silence on France call-up rumors

Ryan Cherki has firmly dismissed claims suggesting he’s using threats or switching allegiance to pressure his way into the French...

Elias Boateng May 22, 2025

Burkina Faso

Africa’s U17 contenders learn their fate ahead of World Cup draw

FIFA has officially revealed the seeding pots for the 2025 U17 World Cup draw, with Morocco, Ivory Coast, and Tunisia...

Elikplim Bokor May 22, 2025