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Iraola praises Liverpool’s character after Atletico comeback in Champions League
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola praised his players’ resilience after they recovered from a difficult start to beat Atletico de Madrid 2-1 at Anfield on Wednesday in their opening UEFA Champions League league-phase match. Liverpool fell behind after 16 minutes but responded with goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai to complete another comeback and […] The article Iraola praises Liverpool’s character after Atletico comeback in Champions League was written by Issa Said and fir...
Bayern Munich set to start Ismael Saibari in Champions League opener against Bodø/Glimt
Bayern Munich are expected to hand Ismael Saibari a starting role when they begin their UEFA Champions League campaign against Bodø/Glimt at the Allianz Arena on Thursday evening. The opening match of the league phase will be officiated by Slovenian referee Rade Obrenovic, with Bayern entering the contest as strong favourites to claim victory in […] The article Bayern Munich set to start Ismael Saibari in Champions League opener against Bodø/Glimt was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared...
Morocco set to omit six 2026 World Cup players as Mohamed Ouahbi considers four new call-ups
At least six players who featured for Morocco at the 2026 World Cup are expected to miss Mohamed Ouahbi’s next squad, with four uncapped players in line for selection. The Morocco manager’s list is due to be announced on 17 September, according to Atlas | Comps, although the final squad has not yet been confirmed. […] The article Morocco set to omit six 2026 World Cup players as Mohamed Ouahbi considers four new call-ups was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Ghana, France and Italy claim wins as Japan and United States draw in U20 Women’s World Cup
The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup produced four matches in Poland on Wednesday, 9 September, with Ghana, France and Italy all recording important victories. The day’s most dramatic contest came in Group D, where Japan twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with the United States. Ghana revived its Group C campaign with a 3-1 […] The article Ghana, France and Italy claim wins as Japan and United States draw in U20 Women’s World Cup was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Tamer Mostafa emerges as leading candidate to replace Ahmed Khattab at Ghazl El Mahalla
Tamer Mostafa is the leading contender to become manager of Ghazl El Mahalla following the club’s formal decision to part company with Ahmed Khattab. Ghazl El Mahalla confirmed Khattab’s departure after a run of results that had caused concern and frustration among the club’s supporters. FilGoal understands that talks with Mostafa have reached an advanced […] The article Tamer Mostafa emerges as leading candidate to replace Ahmed Khattab at Ghazl El Mahalla was written by Abdul Karim and fir...
Hitham Hassan assist helps Celtic extend Scottish Premiership lead
Hitham Hassan set up Celtic’s winning goal against St Johnstone as the league leaders moved five points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Celtic secured a narrow victory in the rearranged third round fixture, with Hassan providing the decisive contribution eight minutes after half-time. The 24-year-old created the opening for team-mate Mika Power, […] The article Hitham Hassan assist helps Celtic extend Scottish Premiership lead was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on...
Dortmund unlikely to extend Ramy Bensebaini’s contract after ongoing season
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly unlikely to extend the contracts of Algeria international Ramy Bensebaini and Austria midfielder Marcel Sabitzer beyond their current deals, according to Sport Bild via Goal. Both players are contracted to the Bundesliga club until the summer of 2027, but Dortmund are said to have no plans to offer either man a […] The article Dortmund unlikely to extend Ramy Bensebaini’s contract after ongoing season was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSocc...
RB Leipzig block late Al-Ittihad approach for Belgian-Ivorian forward Johan Bakayoko
RB Leipzig rejected a late approach from Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad for Belgian winger Johan Bakayoko before the transfer window closed. According to Bild, Al-Ittihad made a concrete move for the 23-year-old after their attempt to sign Anis Hadj Moussa collapsed. However, Leipzig were quick to shut down the approach and were reportedly unwilling to […] The article RB Leipzig block late Al-Ittihad approach for Belgian-Ivorian forward Johan Bakayoko was written by Eric Kwafo and first appea...
Ancelotti names Brazil squad for new era after World Cup disappointment
Carlo Ancelotti has begun reshaping Brazil after their early exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leaving out 16 members of the previous generation and selecting eight players for the first time. The Brazil head coach has named a 26-man squad for the team’s next international break, when they will face Australia twice and India. […] The article Ancelotti names Brazil squad for new era after World Cup disappointment was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Giovanni van Bronckhorst tips Lamine Yamal for Ballon d’Or after Barcelona defeat
Giovanni van Bronckhorst described Barcelona as “the best team in the world currently” after Feyenoord were beaten 5-1 at Camp Nou in their opening Champions League match, and backed teenage forward Lamine Yamal to win the Ballon d’Or. The Feyenoord manager did not attempt to explain away the heavy defeat or hide behind the scoreline, […] The article Giovanni van Bronckhorst tips Lamine Yamal for Ballon d’Or after Barcelona defeat was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer....
Barcelona’s flying start raises fears for Mourinho’s Real Madrid
Barcelona have made a perfect start to the season, beating Feyenoord 5-1 at Spotify Camp Nou on Wednesday to make it five wins from five competitive matches and underline the scale of the challenge facing Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid. The victory came in Barcelona’s opening game of the UEFA Champions League campaign and extended a […] The article Barcelona’s flying start raises fears for Mourinho’s Real Madrid was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Postecoglou praises Ronaldo and Al-Hamdan partnership after Al Nassr win
Ange Postecoglou said Al Nassr responded positively to their disappointing defeat by Al-Ittihad as they beat Abha 2-1 in the Roshn Saudi League. The victory came at Al-Awwal Park on Wednesday in the sixth round of the competition, four days after Al Nassr lost 2-1 to Al-Ittihad in the previous round’s Clasico at Alinma Stadium […] The article Postecoglou praises Ronaldo and Al-Hamdan partnership after Al Nassr win was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Rodri apologises to Valencia after comments caught on camera
Rodri has apologised to Valencia, their players and supporters after television cameras recorded him describing the club as “very weak” and “horrible” during Barcelona’s 5-0 La Liga victory at Mestalla on Saturday. The Barcelona midfielder addressed the controversy before taking questions from reporters following his side’s 5-1 Champions League win over Feyenoord on Wednesday. He […] The article Rodri apologises to Valencia after comments caught on camera was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Ap...
Mbappe defended by Regragui after Ballon d’Or comments spark debate
Walid Regragui has strongly defended Kylian Mbappe after the Real Madrid forward said he deserved to win this year’s Ballon d’Or. Mbappe made the claim several days ago, saying his performances during what he described as a historic season merited the prestigious individual award. His remarks prompted considerable debate, particularly because the France international has […] The article Mbappe defended by Regragui after Ballon d’Or comments spark debate was written by Sylvester Ntim and firs...
Chelsea stage remarkable comeback to beat Leeds United 6-3 in League Cup thriller
Chelsea recovered from two goals down to defeat Leeds United 6-3 in a remarkable third-round tie in the English League Cup at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday. The visitors appeared to be in control after taking a commanding lead, but Chelsea turned the match around with four goals in a 12-minute spell after the interval. The […] The article Chelsea stage remarkable comeback to beat Leeds United 6-3 in League Cup thriller was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Lamine Yamal becomes youngest Barcelona captain in historic night against Feyenoord
Lamine Yamal made Barcelona history on Wednesday by becoming the youngest captain in the club’s history during their UEFA Champions League meeting with Feyenoord. The 19-year-old was handed the armband after Pedri and Raphinha were substituted, with the Brazilian passing it to Yamal as he left the field. Yamal then marked the occasion in style, […] The article Lamine Yamal becomes youngest Barcelona captain in historic night against Feyenoord was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on A...
Champions League: Barcelona and PSG make flying starts as six league-phase matches produce 25 goals
FC Barcelona and holders Paris Saint-Germain began their UEFA Champions League campaigns with emphatic victories on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, as the first round of the 36-team league phase produced six matches and 25 goals. FC Barcelona were the biggest scorers of the night, beating Feyenoord 5-1 to make an immediate statement in Europe. Raphinha […] The article Champions League: Barcelona and PSG make flying starts as six league-phase matches produce 25 goals was written by Issa Said and...
Sporting CP fight back to beat Galatasaray in Champions League
Sporting CP recovered from an early setback to defeat Galatasaray 3-1 at Estadio Jose Alvalade and begin their UEFA Champions League league-phase campaign with victory. The Portuguese side fell behind inside the opening six minutes after Goncalo Inacio put the ball into his own net, giving Galatasaray an ideal start in Lisbon. Sporting responded before […] The article Sporting CP fight back to beat Galatasaray in Champions League was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...
Chelsea thrash Leeds United 6-3 in FA Cup thriller
Chelsea surged into the fourth round of the FA Cup after beating Leeds United 6-3 in an entertaining contest at Stamford Bridge. The home side produced a six-goal performance to overcome Leeds United, with Cole Palmer and Danny Welbeck both scoring twice. Pedro Neto and Valentin Barco also found the net for Chelsea in a […] The article Chelsea thrash Leeds United 6-3 in FA Cup thriller was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Veszprem start European Handball Champions League campaign with Porto win
Veszprem began their European Handball Champions League campaign with a convincing 36-28 victory over Porto, with three Egyptian players featuring in the opening round of the preliminary stage. The Hungarian side secured both points in Group A, taking control of the match against their Portuguese opponents and making a positive start to their bid to […] The article Veszprem start European Handball Champions League campaign with Porto win was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on Af...
Joao Pedro returns as Brazil name squad for September internationals
Joao Pedro has been recalled to Brazil’s squad for the September international break after missing the 2026 World Cup. The Chelsea forward is included in the group selected by Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti for a schedule featuring two matches against Australia and a friendly against India. Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker is the most notable […] The article Joao Pedro returns as Brazil name squad for September internationals was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSo...
Al Ahly held by Al Mokawloon as Emam Ashour returns after 112 days
Al Ahly were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Al Mokawloon Al Arab in a dramatic Egyptian Premier League encounter at the Arab Contractors Stadium. The hosts took a surprise lead through Islam Gaber shortly before half-time, but Ahmed Sayed “Zizo” restored parity for Al Ahly early in the second half. The match […] The article Al Ahly held by Al Mokawloon as Emam Ashour returns after 112 days was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Yahia Khaled scores six as Paris Saint-Germain hold Aalborg to Champions League draw
Paris Saint-Germain came from two goals down late in the match to draw 33-33 with Danish side Aalborg in the opening round of the Handball Champions League. The Group C preliminary-round contest ended level after Aalborg had established a two-goal advantage with the final stages approaching. Paris Saint-Germain managed to recover and secure a share […] The article Yahia Khaled scores six as Paris Saint-Germain hold Aalborg to Champions League draw was written by Issa Said and first appeared ...
Haissem Hassan creates first Celtic league goal in assist against St Johnstone
Haissem Hassan set up his first goal contribution for Celtic in the Scottish Premiership as they faced St Johnstone in a postponed fixture from the third round. The 24-year-old winger provided the assist for Celtic’s opening goal in the 52nd minute, making a strong run before delivering a cross into the area. His ball found […] The article Haissem Hassan creates first Celtic league goal in assist against St Johnstone was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Cristiano Ronaldo on target as Al Nassr secure fifth Saudi Pro League win
Cristiano Ronaldo scored as Al Nassr beat Abha 2-1 to record their fifth victory of the Saudi Pro League season. Ronaldo opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a well-taken header, converting a precise cross from Angelo. The goal gave Al Nassr an early advantage and placed them in control of the match. Abdullah […] The article Cristiano Ronaldo on target as Al Nassr secure fifth Saudi Pro League win was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
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