Algerian football club USM Alger has announced the appointment of Nabil Maaloul as their new head coach on a two-year contract. The 61-year-old Tunisian tactician, who led Tunisia at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, officially joined the club today, marking a significant move for the club. Maâloul’s appointment comes after a challenging 2023-2024 season for USM Alger, which saw them ...
Emerse Fae, the man who coached Ivory Coast to glory at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), believes it would be “easier” for organisers and players if the tournament was played every four years, instead of every two. The Nations Cup has long had issues around its scheduling, and the repeated battles between clubs and countries over its timing ...
Portia Modise, the former captain of South Africa’s football team, has appealed to fans to help get her car back after she was hijacked outside her home in Soweto. In the video clip, posted on Instagram, Modise said she was held up at gunpoint by “boys” who took her mobile phone and keys and drove off with her car. The ...
Samuel Eto’o Fils, President of the Cameroon Football Association has been fined $200,000 by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The former Barcelona forward faced accusations of match-fixing and breaching ethical codes. While CAF’s investigation found no solid evidence of match manipulation, they determined his role as a brand ambassador for a betting company, 1XBET, violated ethical standards. “The Disciplinary ...
The search for a suitable successor to Finidi George is intensifying within the global coaching community, with numerous foreign tacticians showing interest in leading the Super Eagles. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced its decision to prioritize hiring a foreign coach, a move deemed crucial given Nigeria’s precarious position in the FIFA World Cup qualification series. Currently, the West ...
The path to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 is now clear for Ghana’s Black Stars, with qualifiers set to commence in September 2024. The draw, conducted on July 4th in Johannesburg, South Africa, placed Ghana in Group F. This group features a mix of familiar and new adversaries: Sudan, led by former Black Stars coach Kwesi Appiah, poses ...
Former Manchester City star Riyad Mahrez recently celebrated his third wedding ceremony with his model wife, Taylor Ward, in Italy. The event took place at the luxurious Villa Balbiani near Lake Como, a venue known for its stunning swimming pool, private pier, and boathouse. This picturesque location provided ample space for friends and family to enjoy the outdoor ceremony and ...
Ghana finds itself in Group F for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers, hoping to return to their winning ways. The four-time champions, nicknamed the “Black Stars,” will face off against Angola, Sudan, and Niger in their group. This news comes after the official draw held in Johannesburg on July 4th, 2024. While Ghana boasts a prestigious ...
The stage is set for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations AFCON 2025 qualifiers draw, taking place on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in Johannesburg, South Africa. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know: Participating Teams: A total of 48 African nations will battle it out for a spot in the prestigious tournament. Teams will be divided into four ...
Ugandan striker Steven Mukwala has set his sights on a new challenge after completing a three-year move to Tanzanian giants Simba SC. The 24-year-old forward expressed his excitement on Twitter, stating, “It’s all but a new challenge. And am aware of the task ahead. Am Proud to be a new lion in the City.” It's All but a New Challenge. ...