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Morocco head coach Walid Regragui is grappling with growing concerns over his defensive options as preparations intensify for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, set to take place later this year. Reports suggest the coach had been closely monitoring Chadi Riad’s progress at Crystal Palace, hoping the young defender would gain valuable minutes in […]
Hakim Ziyech remains available for selection with the Moroccan national team, despite months of speculation surrounding his international future. Reports had suggested that the 32-year-old winger’s time with the Atlas Lions was over following a period of absence, but journalist Soufiane Aboujad now claims the player has not retired from international duty. According to Aboujad, […]
Naby Keita has expressed his willingness to return to the Guinea national team, signaling a potential comeback as the Syli National enters a fresh chapter following the departure of former head coach Michel Dussuyer. The 30-year-old midfielder, who has been absent from Guinea’s senior squad since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, made his most […]
Islam Slimani has made a strong plea for a decisive policy on dual-national footballers amid ongoing debates over player commitment to Algeria’s national team. Speaking as a guest on the Kampo podcast hosted by journalist Smail Bouabdellah, the former Sporting CP striker did not mince words when addressing what he sees as a recurring issue […]
Rayan Yesli has openly expressed his commitment to play for Algeria, stating that he is fully prepared to answer the call should national team coach Vladimir Petkovic include him in future selections. In an interview with Algerian outlet En Nasr, the 23-year-old goalkeeper made his intentions clear: “If coach Vladimir Petkovic decides to call me […]
The Guinean Football Federation has formally opened applications for the position of head coach of the Syli National, signaling a fresh chapter for the West African nation’s senior men’s football team. In a statement released on 13 June, the Federation confirmed its intent to recruit a high-level coach to oversee the rebuilding of the national […]
Kilian Nikiema has acknowledged the stiff competition for the number one goalkeeper spot in the Burkina Faso national team, admitting that veteran shot-stopper Hervé Koffi remains firmly ahead of him for now. The young goalkeeper displayed humility and maturity as he reflected on his current standing with the Stallions. Nikiema, widely considered one of Burkina […]
Mamadou Lamine Camara has taken his first steps with Senegal’s senior national team this month, marking a significant milestone in the young midfielder’s rising career. The RS Berkane star was included in Pape Thiaw’s squad for the June FIFA international window, and following his initial training session, he expressed both gratitude and determination in his […]
Algeria head coach Vladimir Petkovic will not be calling up any replacements following the withdrawal of Himad Abdelli and Kevin Guitoun from the national team’s June training camp due to medical reasons. The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) confirmed the decision on Tuesday after both players were ruled out of the upcoming international friendlies. When approached […]
Following Senegal’s two matches against Sudan and Togo, several players emerged as key contributors, while others failed to make a lasting impression. The international break, which marked Pape Thiaw’s first matches as head coach, ended on a positive note with a 2-0 victory over Togo, strengthening the Lions’ position in their World Cup qualifying group. […]
