Nairobi, Kenya – As part of preparations to host a successful Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament next year, the government has announced plans to invite a high-level Confederation of African Football (CAF) inspection team to evaluate the progress of key stadia earmarked for Kenya’s matches. Stadium Readiness Cabinet Secretary…
Zurich, Switzerland – Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has publicly backed calls for fans to boycott World Cup matches in the United States, citing concerns over the conduct of President Donald Trump and his administration both domestically and internationally. Blatter, who led FIFA from 1998 to 2015 before resigning amid…
Rabat, Morocco – Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye has spoken candidly about his team’s dramatic walk-off during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final and Morocco’s subsequent missed penalty, describing the incident as a moment of human error that ultimately paved the way for Senegal’s historic victory. The Controversial Final Senegal…
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI has urged calm and reaffirmed the strength of African fraternity following the dramatic conclusion of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Morocco and Senegal. A Final Overshadowed by Controversy The match, played in Morocco, ended in a 1–0 victory for Senegal after extra time,…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has publicly condemned “some Senegal players” for the controversial walk-off that marred Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, even as the team went on to claim a dramatic 1-0 victory over hosts Morocco. The final, held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat before…
Gabon’s sports authorities have taken unprecedented action following the national team’s poor performance at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), announcing the suspension of the team, the dismissal of the coaching staff, and the banning of veteran players Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Bruno Ecuele Manga. The decision comes after a 3-2…
FIFA has presented United States President Donald Trump with its inaugural peace prize, recognizing what the organization describes as his contributions toward promoting global peace. The award was handed to Trump by FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the 2026 World Cup draw held in Washington, D.C., on Friday. Trump, who…
FIFA announced on Tuesday that the top four seeded teams at the 2026 World Cup will be placed in separate halves of the draw for the expanded 48-team tournament, ensuring they cannot meet before the semi-finals. Under the format, world number one Spain and defending champions Argentina, ranked second, will…
Real Madrid has announced plans to seek substantial compensation from UEFA after a Spanish court on Wednesday dismissed an appeal by European football’s governing body concerning the controversial Super League project. The Super League, unveiled in 2021 by 12 top European clubs including Real Madrid and Barcelona collapsed within days…
The High Court in Kakamega has dismissed a petition filed by former Harambee Stars goalkeeper Patrick Matasi, effectively granting the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) the green light to proceed with disciplinary action against him over alleged match-fixing. The ruling is a major boost for FKF’s ongoing campaign against match manipulation,…