DR Congo pick up Africa’s final 2026 World Cup spot
After 52 years since their last World Cup participation as Zaire in the 1974 finals in West Germany, where they fell to Scotland, Yugoslavia, and Brazil, the central African country is set to make their return. In an intercontinental playoff going to extra time, the Democratic Republic of Congo defeated Jamaica 1–0 on Tuesday. From […]
Ghana start new search for head coach ahead of World Cup
Ghana is set to welcome a new coach for the upcoming World Cup in June after parting ways with Otto Ado following their disappointing 2-1 loss to Germany. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) have announced that Otto Addo will be stepping down. The Hamburg-born former Bundesliga player has led the Ghanaian national team for the […]
CAF announces shock expansion of AFCON from 24 to 28 teams
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled plans to increase the number of teams competing in the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) finals. Currently, 24 teams participate in the tournament, which takes place every two years. However, CAF President Patrice Motsepe made a surprising announcement in Cairo on Sunday, revealing that this number will […]
CAF General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba resigns
Samson Adamu, Caf’s competitions director in the photo, will assume the role of acting general secretary following the resignation of General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba The general secretary of the Confederation of African Football (Caf), Veron Mosengo-Omba, has resigned amid a tumultuous period for football in Africa. His retirement follows the controversial decision to strip Senegal […]
DR Congo set for Jamaica cracker for a spot at World Cup
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) is set to face Jamaica in the final of Path A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Play-off Tournament, where a coveted spot in the global event is at stake. Jamaica secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over New Caledonia in the semi-final held at the Guadalajara Stadium […]
Morocco draw with Ecuador in first friendly under new coach
The Morocco national football team played to a 1-1 draw against Ecuador in their first friendly match of March, marking an important step in their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Held at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium, this match was notable for being the debut of new head coach Mohamed Ouahbi, who recently took […]
Burundi thrash Chad in AFCON 2027 preliminary qualifier first leg
Burundi took a strong step towards the next round of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations PAMOJA 2027 qualifiers with a convincing 4-0 away win against Chad in the first leg on Friday. Goals from Jordi Liongola, Bienvenue Kanakimana, Abdoul Karim, and Mossi Nduwumwe led Burundi to a decisive 4-0 victory over Chad at the […]
Nigeria edge Iran in Friday’s international friendly
Goals from Moses Simon, marking his 96th senior cap for Nigeria, and Jerome Akor Adams secured a 2-1 victory for Nigeria against Iran in an international friendly held in Antalya, Turkey, on Friday. At the Corendon Airlines Park in Antalya, the Super Eagles showcased a blend of early attacking flair and late defensive solidity, reflecting […]
General Secretary shake-up at the Confederation of African Football
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is bracing for a shake-up following the announcement that its long-time general secretary, Veron Mosengo-Omba, intends to step down. As reported by AfricaSoccer.com, the official from DR Congo will leave his position when CAF’s Executive Committee meets in Cairo on Friday. Mosengo-Omba’s decision comes amid growing criticism of his […]
South Sudan ease past Djibouti in AFCON preliminary first leg
South Sudan delivered an impressive performance, securing a dominant 4-0 victory over Djibouti in the first leg of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations PAMOJA 2027 Preliminary Round in Juba on Thursday. Keer Majak shone brightly, contributing a goal and two assists, as South Sudan firmly took control of the tie ahead of the return […]