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Zungu alleges ‘dirty tricks’ ahead of Safa election showdown with Jordaan

South African Football Association (Safa) presidential candidate Sandile Zungu has accused the faction supporting incumbent Danny Jordaan of using “dirty tricks” ahead of Saturday’s election, claiming that regions backing his campaign have been prevented from attending the congress. Safa will hold its elective congress in Midrand on Saturday, when Zungu, the owner of AmaZulu, will […] The article Zungu alleges ‘dirty tricks’ ahead of Safa election showdown with Jordaan was written by Samuel ...

Livakovic given Croatia chance to restore match fitness after Barcelona wait

Dominik Livakovic has been included in the Croatia squad for four Nations League fixtures, giving the new Barcelona goalkeeper the opportunity to regain his match sharpness despite not yet making his competitive debut for the Catalan club. Croatia will begin their campaign against Czech Republic in Prague on 26 September before travelling to Seville to […] The article Livakovic given Croatia chance to restore match fitness after Barcelona wait was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on ...

Neom stun Al Hilal as Christophe Galtier celebrates ‘great achievement’

Neom produced one of the biggest results of their season by beating Al Hilal 2-0 at Kingdom Arena on Monday, with manager Christophe Galtier praising his players for a disciplined defensive display in the Roshn Saudi League. The French coach said Neom had shown the concentration and determination required to overcome one of Asia’s strongest […] The article Neom stun Al Hilal as Christophe Galtier celebrates ‘great achievement’ was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Lautaro Martinez leads seven-player Serie A 10-goal and five-assist club

A review of the past two Serie A seasons has identified seven players who have scored at least 10 goals and supplied five or more assists, with Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez topping the list. The Argentina international has recorded 19 goals and six assists during the period, according to data from Opta. His tally […] The article Lautaro Martinez leads seven-player Serie A 10-goal and five-assist club was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Zamalek back referees as club sets date for delayed player payments

Zamalek have rejected suggestions that refereeing mistakes are deliberate while confirming that part of their players’ outstanding wages from last season will be paid within days. Maher Gharib, head of Zamalek’s media department, said the club supported the country’s refereeing system and its committee, led by Essam Abdel-Fattah. “The referee is human and can make […] The article Zamalek back referees as club sets date for delayed player payments was written by Alansary and first appeared on...

Ghazl El Mahalla equal worst Egyptian Premier League start since 2015-16

Ghazl El Mahalla have matched their worst start to an Egyptian Premier League season since 2015-16 after collecting just one point from their opening four matches. The Delta club drew with ENPPI but have lost their other three games, against Pyramids FC, Modern Sport FC and National Bank of Egypt. The poor run has placed […] The article Ghazl El Mahalla equal worst Egyptian Premier League start since 2015-16 was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Zizo’s lawyer challenges lack of reasons for decision in dispute with Zamalek

Ashraf Abdel Aziz, the lawyer for Al Ahly forward Ahmed Sayed “Zizo”, says he has still not received the Players’ Affairs Committee’s reasons for dismissing his client’s complaint against former club Zamalek. The committee previously notified Zamalek that it had decided to close the case after reviewing the complaint and the documents submitted by both […] The article Zizo’s lawyer challenges lack of reasons for decision in dispute with Zamalek was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and fi...

Mokwena says Mahand Lashin has the ability to play for Real Madrid

Pyramids manager Rulani Mokwena says he wishes he had worked with midfielder Mahand Lashin earlier in his career and believes the Egypt international has the ability to play for Real Madrid. Mokwena made the comments during an interview with Al Nahar channel after Pyramids’ strong start to the season. The South African coach, who took […] The article Mokwena says Mahand Lashin has the ability to play for Real Madrid was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Algeria boss Brahim Hemdani set to earn six times less than Vladimir Petkovic

Algeria manager Brahim Hemdani is reportedly earning between five and six times less than his predecessor Vladimir Petkovic, as the Algerian Football Federation (FAF) opts for a cheaper homegrown appointment. Hemdani, 48, is understood to be paid between €25,000 and €30,000 a month after taking charge of the Fennecs. By comparison, Petkovic earned €160,000 per […] The article Algeria boss Brahim Hemdani set to earn six times less than Vladimir Petkovic was written by Eric Kwafo and first app...

Al-Deayea says Inzaghi is ‘destroying’ Al-Hilal and blames him for Benzema’s departure

Former Al-Hilal and Saudi Arabia goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Deayea has criticised head coach Simone Inzaghi, warning that the Italian’s continued presence could prevent the club from winning major trophies in the coming months. Al-Deayea made the comments during an appearance on the television programme Dawrina Ghair, shortly after Al-Hilal suffered a surprise 2-0 defeat by Neom […] The article Al-Deayea says Inzaghi is ‘destroying’ Al-Hilal and blames him for Benzema’s departure was written by ...

Mourinho’s secret Brahim Diaz plan for Real Madrid’s Champions League clash with Inter

Real Madrid will look to respond to their first defeat of the season when they host Inter Milan at the Santiago Bernabeu in a heavyweight Champions League meeting, with Jose Mourinho reportedly considering a surprise role for Brahim Diaz. The Spanish giants want to make an early statement to their European rivals and restore their […] The article Mourinho’s secret Brahim Diaz plan for Real Madrid’s Champions League clash with Inter was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSo...

Abdulaziz Al-Fawaz stars as Jawwy Elite League produces a round of surprises

Abdulaziz Al-Fawaz led the standout performers in the third round of the Jawwy Elite League after his two goals gave Al Fateh a 2-1 victory over Al Nassr in one of the weekend’s biggest shocks. The result made Al-Fawaz the most influential individual player of the round, with his decisive contribution earning Al Fateh three […] The article Abdulaziz Al-Fawaz stars as Jawwy Elite League produces a round of surprises was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Chivu wants more recovery time as Inter prepare to face Real Madrid

Christian Chivu says Inter Milan could have benefited from an extra day of rest before Tuesday’s Champions League meeting with Real Madrid, but insists his players must adapt to the demands of the schedule. Inter’s preparations have been complicated by the short gap between their Serie A match on Saturday and their opening game in […] The article Chivu wants more recovery time as Inter prepare to face Real Madrid was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Mohamed Abou Gabal closes in on Moghreb Athletic Tetouan move

Mohamed Abou Gabal has arrived in Morocco to complete his proposed transfer to Moghreb Athletic Tetouan, with the Egypt goalkeeper now one step away from beginning a new chapter in his career. The goalkeeper travelled to Morocco after reaching a final agreement with the club over a move during the current summer transfer window. His […] The article Mohamed Abou Gabal closes in on Moghreb Athletic Tetouan move was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Al-Hazem end winless start as top clubs suffer shock results in Jowy Elite League

Three of the Jowy Elite League’s leading clubs suffered damaging results in the third round, while defending champions Al-Hazem revived their season by recording their first victory. Al-Nassr were beaten 2-1 by Al-Fateh in the biggest early surprise of the round, with Abdulaziz Al-Fawaz scoring both goals to secure a valuable win for his side […] The article Al-Hazem end winless start as top clubs suffer shock results in Jowy Elite League was written by Issa Said and first appeared on Africa...

Liverpool named world’s most culturally influential football club in global study

Liverpool have been ranked the most culturally influential football club in the world after a global study placed them ahead of Real Madrid, Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona. The independent research was carried out by Harris and Toluna after surveying 22 international markets. It found that 31% of respondents identified Liverpool as a major […] The article Liverpool named world’s most culturally influential football club in global study was written by Elias Boateng and firs...

Mohamed Ferhane: Morocco striker leaves Kenitra after completed transfer

Mohamed Ferhane, the 23-year-old Morocco centre-forward, has joined a new club after leaving Kenitra. The right-footed striker’s move was completed on 7 September 2026, bringing his time with Kenitra to an end after he joined the club from COD Meknes in January. Ferhane made one appearance for Kenitra in the Coupe du Trone Marocaine, playing […] The article Mohamed Ferhane: Morocco striker leaves Kenitra after completed transfer was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer...

Noam Ben Loucif joins IC de Croix after leaving SM Caen B

French-Algerian right-back Noam Ben Loucif has joined IC de Croix after leaving SM Caen B and spending the start of the 2026-27 season without a club. The 20-year-old, who was born in Roubaix, has signed for the French club on a contract running until 30 June 2027. IC de Croix compete in National 2 – […] The article Noam Ben Loucif joins IC de Croix after leaving SM Caen B was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Junior Ligue: Swiss-Ivorian defender joins HNK Rijeka from Venezia on loan

Swiss-Ivorian left-back Junior Ligue has joined Croatian club HNK Rijeka from Venezia on loan until 30 June 2027. The 21-year-old defender moves to the SuperSport HNL side after spending the start of the 2026-27 campaign with Venezia, who compete in Italy’s Serie A. Ligue had not played in the league or Italy Cup this season […] The article Junior Ligue: Swiss-Ivorian defender joins HNK Rijeka from Venezia on loan was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Sekou Camara joins Chindia from CSA Steaua on free transfer

Guinea-Albania centre-forward Sekou Camara has joined Romanian Liga 2 club Chindia from CSA Steaua on a free transfer. The 29-year-old striker switches clubs within Liga 2 after spending the opening part of the 2026-27 season with CSA Steaua. Camara joined Steaua from ACSM Poli Iasi on 1 July, also on a free transfer, before moving […] The article Sekou Camara joins Chindia from CSA Steaua on free transfer was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Angola defender Bruno Pedro leaves DFK Dainava and becomes a free agent

Angola centre-back Bruno Pedro has joined the ranks of unattached players after leaving Lithuanian side DFK Dainava. The 28-year-old’s departure was recorded on 7 September 2026, ending his time with Dainava after seven months. No transfer fee was recorded for the move, and Pedro is now listed without a club. Pedro made 38 appearances for […] The article Angola defender Bruno Pedro leaves DFK Dainava and becomes a free agent was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Mohamed Ounajem: Morocco winger joins Kenitra from Kahraba

Morocco winger Mohamed Ounajem has joined Kenitra from Egyptian club Kahraba, returning to Moroccan football at the age of 34. The right-sided attacker completed the move on 7 September 2026 after spending the previous season with Kahraba. Ounajem had returned to the Egyptian club in July following a loan spell at Hassania, where he played […] The article Mohamed Ounajem: Morocco winger joins Kenitra from Kahraba was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Billel Omrani returns to CFR Cluj on a free transfer

Billel Omrani, the Algeria-France centre-forward, has joined CFR Cluj as a free agent, returning to the Romanian club at the age of 33. The move brings Omrani back to the side where he enjoyed the most successful period of his career. He first joined CFR Cluj from Marseille in September 2016 and went on to […] The article Billel Omrani returns to CFR Cluj on a free transfer was written by Elikplim Bokor and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi set to share a team in Carlos Tevez farewell match

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi could play in the same team when Carlos Tevez stages his farewell match at La Bombonera next December. The former Manchester United forward has named both football icons among the players expected to take part in his jubilee, with Tevez saying he wants Ronaldo and Messi to appear together for […] The article Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi set to share a team in Carlos Tevez farewell match was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Senegal make emphatic start to UFOA-A U17 tournament with 4-0 win over Mauritania

Senegal began their UFOA-A U17 campaign in commanding fashion by beating Mauritania 4-0 at Stade Lat-Dior in Thies on Monday, 7 September 2026. The result gives the host nation an ideal start in Group A of the continental tournament, with an emphatic attacking display putting them at the top of their pool after the opening […] The article Senegal make emphatic start to UFOA-A U17 tournament with 4-0 win over Mauritania was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .