South Africa and Nigeria suffer opening U20 World Cup defeats
Both African teams competing in Monday’s FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, South Africa and Nigeria, faced defeats in their opening matches against France and Norway, respectively, in Groups E and F. France secured full points in their match against South Africa with a late goal. The competition in Group F was tightly contested, with […]
South Africa forfeit three vital points in the race to 2026 World Cup
South Africa’s prospects for qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have taken a significant hit after the country was penalized for fielding an ineligible player. Teboho Mokoena played in a match against Lesotho, which saw South Africa win 2-0 in March. However, the 28-year-old midfielder was supposed to be serving a suspension because he […]
African Champions South Africa ready for U20 opener against France
Raymond Mdaka’s team is eager to continue their historic journey following their impressive victory in the U-20 AFCON earlier this year. Tonight, they face a European powerhouse France at 17:00 hrs local time, at the Estadio El Teniente stadium in Chile. Arriving in Chile as continental champions, South Africa secured their first-ever U-20 AFCON title […]
Nigeria set for Norway cracker in FIFA U20 World Cup opener
The FIFA U20 World Cup will commence with an exciting match as Nigeria’s Flying Eagles take on Norway’s Young Vikings at the Estadio Fiscal de Talca in Chile on Monday. Kickoff time 21:00 WAT. Both squads understand the importance of a robust opening game, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter filled with skill and […]
US Monastir cruise past East End Lions to progress as Police FC advance
Tunisian side US Monastir cruised past Sierra Leone’s East End Lions with a resounding 3-1 victory at the Taieb Mhiri Stadium, wrapping up a commanding 7-1 aggregate win over two legs. The Tunisians wasted no time, scoring twice within the first seven minutes through Naude Zeguei and Haj Ali Moez, effectively sealing their fate. Although […]
Orlando Pirates ease past Lioli to progress in CAF Champions League
Orlando Pirates have successfully advanced to the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League following a convincing 4-0 victory over Lioli FC at Orlando Stadium on Saturday. This commanding performance over two legs sends the Buccaneers straight to the next round. Next up, the Pirates will face the winner of the match between DR […]
Defeat for Egypt against Japan in FIFA U20 World Cup opener
Egypt’s U20 national team kicked off their FIFA U20 World Cup campaign in Chile with a disappointing 2-0 loss to Japan early at Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos on Saturday 27 September. A penalty by Rion Ichihara and a expertly executed shot by Hisatsugu Ishii secured a victory for Japan against Egypt in Santiago. Japan’s […]
Egypt take on Japan in FIFA U-20 World Cup opener in Chile
The opening matches of the 24th U-20 World Cup will feature Japan against Egypt, the Republic against Ukraine, Chile against New Zealand, and Paraguay against Panama. Egypt’s Young Pharaohs kick off their campaign at Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos this evening as they build from their impressive top-four finish at the U-20 AFCON held in […]
Sierra Leone-born Jocelyn Janneh receives first call-up from Guinea
Jocelyn Janneh from Sporting Club di Bastia and two new names expected to make the International debut for Guinea October 9, followed by Botswana in Casablanca on October 14. Jocelyn Janneh from SC Bastia and two new names are expected to make their International debut for Guinea on October 9, followed by Botswana in Casablanca […]
Algerian star Billal Brahimi trains after joining Brazilian outfit Santos
Algerian international Billal Brahimi has completed his first training session with Santos FC, one of Brazil’s most renowned football clubs. The talented winger has made the move to Santos after inking a contract that will run until the end of 2026, marking his first venture outside of Europe. This transfer comes on the heels of […]
