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AFCON: Ndiaye’s strike sends Senegal to semi-final
Iliman Ndiaye’s first-half tap-in was enough for Senegal to beat 10-man Mali and book their place in the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Everton forward was on hand to convert from five yards after Mali goalkeeper Djigui Diarra failed to gather Krépin Diatta’s low ball from the right. Diarra tipped a shot from El Hadji…
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Super Falcons opponents to emerge January 16 as CAF holds draw
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the date and venue for the draw of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). According to a statement released from CAF headquarters in Cairo, the draw ceremony will take place on January 16, with Morocco’s capital city, Rabat, selected as the host venue. Reigning champions Nigeria will be among…
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Lagos Lawmakers approve Oshodi as Chairman of State Sports Trust Fund Board
The Lagos State House of Assembly has confirmed Mr. Enitan Waheed Oshodi as Chairman of the State Sports Trust Fund Board of Trustees, following his nomination by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The confirmation followed the presentation of a screening report by the Chairman of the ad hoc Committee, Hon. Fatai Mojeed, who led the screening exercise in line with Sections 106…
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Real Madrid beat Atletico to set up Super Cup final against Barcelona
Federico Valverde scored a stunning early free-kick as Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid to set up an El Clasico meeting with Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final. Rodrygo doubled Real’s lead in the 55th minute before Alexander Sorloth pulled a goal back for Atletico, but it was the 13-time Super Cup winners who prevailed to reach Sunday’s final. Thursday’s…
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Arsenal go six points clear after frustrating draw against Liverpool
Arsenal missed a chance to move eight points clear at the top of the Premier League as they were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Liverpool. It was a disappointing game that ended on a sour note, with Arsenal substitute Gabriel Martinelli angering Liverpool in stoppage time when he attempted to push Conor Bradley off the pitch after the…
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Gusau, Eto’o challenge CAF over AFCON quarter-final referees decision
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Ibrahim Musa Gusau and his Cameroonian counterpart, Samuel Eto’o, have teamed up to contest CAF’s controversial decision to withdraw referees assigned to their respective quarter-final matches of the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. According to Romain Molina, an investigative reporter specialising in football based in Andalucía, both federation leaders are set to…
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CAF appoints Somali referee for Nigeria-Algeria quarter-final duel
By Tosin Omojola – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan to handle the AFCON 2025 quarter-final showdown between Nigeria and Algeria. The Super Eagles will battle the Algerians in Marrakesh on Saturday, in one of the quarter-final matches of the ongoing tournament in Morocco. Artan is rated as one of the continent’s best…
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Man United draw 2-2 at Burnley in Fletcher’s debut as interim manager
Manchester United were held to a 2-2 draw by Burnley at Turf Moor in Darren Fletcher’s first game in charge, leaving their quest for Champions League football in jeopardy. United fell behind after just 13 minutes when Bashir Humphreys’ run caught Casemiro out, and Ayden Heaven’s attempted block allowed the ball to loop in off the centre-back. The visitors grew…
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New Chelsea manager Rosenior watches as Blues lose to Fulham
New Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior watched from the stands as Harry Wilson’s fine finish condemned his team to defeat against west London rivals Fulham at Craven Cottage. Rosenior was not appointed in time to take charge but observed the game and may have feared the worst when Marc Cucurella was sent off early. Chelsea fell behind to Raul Jimenez’s…
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Haaland scores 150th goal as Man City drop points again
Erling Haaland returned to scoring form with his 150th Manchester City goal, but his side’s Premier League title challenge is faltering, with Brighton holding them to a third consecutive draw. Pep Guardiola’s men have endured a disappointing start to the year, with poor results and injuries to key players handing the initiative to Arsenal, who could go eight points clear…
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