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Mario Lemina has launched a scathing attack on those he believes contributed to the tragic death of fellow Gabonese footballer Aaron Boupendza, accusing members of the late striker’s inner circle of playing a role in the events leading to his demise. Boupendza, who was just 28, died earlier this week after reportedly falling from the […]
Zhejiang FC played their scheduled Chinese Super League fixture on Wednesday, just hours after the sudden death of their Gabonese forward Aaron Boupendza, triggering a wave of disbelief and sorrow across the footballing community in China. Despite the heartbreaking news, the club, based in Hangzhou in southeastern China, made the controversial decision to proceed with […]
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Aaron Boupendza, the 28-year-old Gabonese international forward, has died following a tragic fall from the 11th floor of a building in China, where he had recently joined top-flight club Zhejiang FC. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation, with early reports suggesting suicide as a possible cause. However, authorities have yet to confirm the […]
Yannis M’Bemba made his long-awaited return to action for FC Dordrecht at the weekend, coming off the bench in the closing stages of their Dutch second-division fixture against FC Den Bosch. The Gabonese centre-back had been sidelined since 7 March due to injury but rejoined his teammates on the pitch in the 79th minute of […]
Gabon striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, says he harbours the ambition of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament, which will be hosted in Morocco later this year. The Panthers have been housed in Group F, alongside Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, and Mozambique. Having made a return to the continent’s most prestigious tournament, Thierry Mouyouma’s men, buoyed by […]
Experienced striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang netted a sensational hat-trick for Gabon on Sunday afternoon, steering the team to secure an important 2-1 win against Kenya in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The former Arsenal goal poacher who now plays for Al-Qadsiah in the Saudi Pro League started for his country in the Round […]
Experienced striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang netted a sensational hat-trick for Gabon on Sunday afternoon, steering the team to secure an important 2-1 win against Kenya in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The win has propelled Gabon to the top of Group D. The former Arsenal goal poacher who now plays for Al-Qadsiah in […]
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang delivered a match-winning performance as Gabon secured a vital 2-1 victory against Kenya in Nairobi on Sunday, strengthening their position in Group F of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The Al Qadsiah striker, who was rested for Gabon’s previous 3-0 win against Seychelles, returned to the starting XI and quickly made an impact. […]
Kenya will host Group F leaders Gabon at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday in a pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, with both teams aiming to strengthen their positions in the race for a spot at the tournament. The Harambee Stars come into the encounter following a thrilling 3-3 draw against Gambia in Ivory Coast, […]
In a commanding display at Stade de Franceville on March 20, 2025, Gabon cruised to a 3-0 victory over Seychelles in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Panthers struck early, with Jim Allevinah firing home in the 3rd minute after a slick move orchestrated by Johann Obiang. In the 30th minute, Denis Bouanga doubled […]
