FEATURE: Anxiety, anticipation as World Cup one-month countdown begins
The one-month countdown to the 2026 World Cup gets under way on Monday with anticipation crashing into anxiety as soaring...
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FEATURE: ‘They looked like me’: Why Arsenal became Africa’s club
In Kenyan influencer Nana Owiti’s wardrobe, dozens of Arsenal jerseys tell the story of her passion for the club. It’s...
Morocco’s World Cup journey: From underdogs to history makers
From 1970 FIFA World Cup to the unforgettable nights of 2022 FIFA World Cup, the Moroccan national team has carved...
FEATURE: Tanzania’s Football Rise: Why Wallace Karia’s leadership deserves recognition
Tanzanian football is undergoing a quiet but undeniable transformation—and at the centre of that progress stands Wallace Karia, the president...
Jordan Ayew’s unwanted relegation record deepens with sixth career drop
Ghana international Jordan Ayew is facing one of the most difficult chapters of his professional career, as his latest relegation...
FEATURE: Can Carlos Queiroz bring Manchester United-levels of defence to Ghana’s porous backline in time for the FIFA World Cup?
Two weeks after the firing of Otto Addo, the Ghana Football Association have moved swiftly to replace him, appointing experienced...
Another crowd trouble overshadows African football in Morocco, CAF to investigate incident
A dramatic and chaotic semi-final second leg match ensued between USM Alger in their CAF Confederation Cup match against Olympique...
FEATURE: World Cup kit rankings – Which African side has the best jersey for the FIFA showpiece?
Africa at the World Cup is not just a story of goals and results, but a story of fabric, of...
FEATURE: The lure of a World Cup saw a swathe of switches for African teams in the international break
The March international break represented a penultimate opportunity for the head coaches of Africa’s national sides to assess debutants, call...
Why Ghanaians should be excited (and worried) about Queiroz – The good, bad and ugly truth
The appointment of Portuguese tactician Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Ghana national team has triggered a wave of...
Queiroz brings Manchester United DNA to Black Stars: Will counter-attacks and set-pieces finally deliver goals?
The appointment of Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Ghana national team has sparked a fresh tactical debate across...
FEATURE: Football greats who never played at a World Cup
Italy’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup means that Gianluigi Donnarumma misses out on the global showpiece yet...
FEATURE: Tracing the highs and lows of Arab Nations at the World Cup
A compelling new book titled “Yalla! The Fluctuating History of Arab National Teams in the World Cup” by Ali Khaled...
FEATURE: The 20 best Nigerian footballers of all time—Ranked
Nigeria is one of Africa’s premier soccer powers. The Super Eagles have won the Africa Cup of Nations three times—in...
FEATURE: Senegal-Morocco friendship put to test by Africa Cup of Nations title turmoil
Dakar and Rabat have longstanding ties, but relations have been strained since the Africa Cup of Nations final, which Senegal...
FEATURE: Top five giants who will miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the biggest edition ever with 48 teams, three host nations, and a global stage...
10 most handsome African footballers on 2026
Football today is no longer confined to ninety minutes on the pitch. It exists in front rows at Fashion Week,...
FEATURE: Will Senegal’s AFCON 2025 celebrations in France come at a cost?
Senegal’s decision to celebrate its Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) triumph despite an official ruling awarding the title to Morocco...
FEATURE: Morocco-Senegal dispute is far more complex than it appears – Possible CAS outcome
The contentious 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Morocco and Senegal continues to spark debate, with international sports...
FIFA backs CAF decision to strip Senegal of AFCON title, docked ranking points
Senegal’s turbulent aftermath following the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final has deepened, with FIFA effectively endorsing the Confederation...