FEATURE: First Afcon, now World Cup – Senegal trapped in ‘football hell’
In the city famous for giving us rock legends Nirvana, Senegal contrived a way to slip from a blissful state...
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FEATURE: The World Cup’s free agents looking for their next move
The World Cup is getting interesting. The tournament is now well into the knockout stages, the path to the final...
From Mahrez to Kessie: Are Al Ahli’s glory years beginning to fade?
Saudi side Al Ahli are facing growing uncertainty ahead of the new campaign following the departures of African stars Riyad...
From childhood illness to World Cup hero – Morocco’s Saibari inspires Africa
When Ismail Saibari converted the decisive penalty to send Morocco past the Netherlands and into the Round of 16 at...
Morocco’s penalty king: Bono’s remarkable shootout statistics revealed
Morocco goalkeeper Yassine “Bono” Bounou continues to strengthen his reputation as one of international football’s most dangerous penalty shootout specialists...
FEATURE: Africa’s World Cup success leaves Asia looking for answers
The transformation of African football at the World Cup has been nothing short of meteoric. At the 2018 World Cup...
Morocco vs Netherlands: A rivalry built on fine margins and shared history
There is something about Morocco versus the Netherlands that feels different from most international fixtures. Perhaps it is the shared...
Which teams qualified for the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup?
Find out which teams have officially reached the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup. The Mexican and American...
World Cup 2026: Why Algeria and Austria could think twice about winning final clash
All eyes are on the decisive final round clash between Algeria and Austria in Group 10 of the 2026 FIFA...
Morocco’s football boom is fueling a new economic revolution beyond the pitch
Morocco’s rise in global football is no longer transforming only results on the pitch. Across the country, from the crowded...
FEATURE: Should Ghana have been awarded a penalty against England?
England fans were left frustrated as their side were held to a goalless draw against Ghana, but were Thomas Tuchel’s...
By scoring against Austria in the second round of Group J of the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi reinforced his...
Messi becomes the all-time leading scorer in men’s World Cup, surpasses Klose
Lionel Messi has become the all-time leading scorer in men’s World Cup history after scoring for Argentina against Austria in...
Beyond football: Morocco’s 2026 World Cup journey reshaping global image and influence
Morocco’s participation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is evolving into something far greater than a football story. Following the...
World Cup 2026: The Congo hero who almost lost an eye
Yoane Wissa was close to losing his eyesight in 2021; and five years later, he scored a historic goal against Portugal. The Democratic...
FEATURE: ‘My brother hid in a rice sack’ – The refugee stars at the World Cup
When Antonio Rudiger entered the fray as a substitute during Germany’s World Cup opener – a 7-1 victory over Curacao...
World Cup 2026: Morocco among countries with multiple coaches at tournament
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is not only showcasing the world’s best players but also highlighting the growing influence of...
World Cup 2026: Did semi-automated offside technology treat Argentina and Algeria differently?
The controversy surrounding Argentina’s 3-0 victory over Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup extended beyond debates over Lionel Messi’s...
FEATURE: Teenager Bouaddi gives Morocco reason to dream at World Cup
Less than three months ago, Ayyoub Bouaddi was captaining France’s Under-21 side in a European Championship qualifier. Now, he is...
There was a point, late in the first half of Morocco’s opening FIFA World Cup 1-1 draw on Saturday, where the contrast between Brazil’s Casemiro and Ayyoub...