World Cup 2026: Riyad Mahrez backs Algeria to fight on despite heavy defeat to Argentina in opener
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has urged calm following their 3-0 defeat to Argentina in their opening 2026 World Cup Group...
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I didn’t hesitate for a single second – Hervé Renard after landing Tunisia coaching job
Newly appointed Tunisia coach Hervé Renard has expressed his eagerness to lead the Carthage Eagles following his appointment. The experienced...
World Cup 2026: Paraguayan referee Juan Benitez appointed for Ivory Coast-Germany clash
Paraguayan referee Juan Gabriel Benitez has been appointed to officiate the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Group E encounter...
World Cup 2026: DR Congo star Yoane Wissa admits pressure ahead of Portugal opener
Democratic Republic of Congo forward Yoane Wissa has admitted pressure ahead of their 2026 World Cup opening game against Portugal...
World Cup 2026: Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly laments low African fans turnout at tournament
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has expressed his disappointment over the difficulties many African supporters have faced in travelling to the...
World Cup 2026: DR Congo coach Sébastien Desabre downplays pressure ahead of Portugal opener
DR Congo head coach Sébastien Desabre has expressed confidence in his team’s ability to compete against Portugal as the Leopards...
World Cup 2026: Senegal coach Pape Thiaw unfazed by opening defeat to France
Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw remains confident his side can recover from their difficult start to the World Cup after...
World Cup 2026: South Africa arrive in Atlanta ahead of crucial Czech Republic clash
South Africa have safely arrived in Atlanta, United States, as preparations intensify for their decisive second Group A fixture against...
World Cup 2026: Herve Renard takes charge as Tunisia look to rebound after heavy defeat to Sweden
New Tunisia coach Hervé Renard has wasted no time settling into his role, overseeing his first training session on Tuesday...
World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast team safe after Wilmington shooting incident, Federation confirms
The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) has reassured supporters that the national team was not affected by a reported shooting incident...
World Cup 2026: Kalidou Koulibaly questions travel restrictions on Senegal fans after loss to France
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has expressed frustration over the travel restrictions preventing many Senegalese supporters from attending the FIFA World...
Senegal may have suffered a 3-1 defeat to France in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but...
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...
World Cup 2026: Mendy remains upbeat as Senegal eye recovery after opening defeat to France
Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy believes his side are still firmly in contention to progress from their group at the 2026...
World Cup 2026: Czech Republic banking on set-piece “weapon” ahead of South Africa clash
Czech Republic assistant coach Jan Rezek has highlighted set-pieces as a key tactical weapon his side will rely on as...
Hussein Ammouta to earn $145,000 as monthly salary as Al Ahly coach
Egyptian giants Al Ahly SC have confirmed the appointment of Moroccan tactician Hussein Ammouta as their new head coach on...
Motsepe hails Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt and Cape Verde after impressive World Cup 2026 starts
CAF President Patrice Motsepe has praised the performances of Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt and Cape Verde after all three African nations...
World Cup 2026: Shooting near Ivory Coast hotel in U.S. leaves two injured; suspect on the run
Authorities in the United States are searching for a suspect following a shooting incident near a hotel linked by name...
Hervé Renard has officially joined Tunisia’s national team camp in Monterrey, marking the start of his tenure as head coach...
US steps in to help Cape Verde goalkeeper’s mother attend World Cup amid visa bond rules
The United States State Department says it is working to help arrange travel for Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s mother so...