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Gamphani Lungu named Orlando Pirates Player of the Month after impressive debut month
Gamphani Lungu has been rewarded for an outstanding start to his Orlando Pirates career after supporters voted the Zambia international the club’s Player of the Month for August. The attacker joined Pirates at the beginning of the 2026/27 season and has quickly established himself under coach Abdeslam Ouaddou. His early performances have helped the Soweto […] The article Gamphani Lungu named Orlando Pirates Player of the Month after impressive debut month was written by Eric Kwafo and first ...
Springboks seize 29-24 win as luck finally turns their way against All Blacks
A moving man will surely meet his luck. At 1-1 in the series, FNB Stadium provided a fitting stage for the third Test of rugby’s Greatest Rivalry. Nearly 90,000 spectators watched the Springboks beat the All Blacks 29-24 in a contest staged with the scale and spectacle of a Super Bowl. South Africa deserved the […] The article Springboks seize 29-24 win as luck finally turns their way against All Blacks was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mourinho faces refereeing warning after Real Madrid defeat
Jose Mourinho’s first defeat as Real Madrid manager has quickly developed into a refereeing controversy, with former official and analyst Juan Fabregas warning that the pressure surrounding the club could create an “oppressive” atmosphere for officials throughout the season. Real Madrid lost to Real Betis in the fourth round of La Liga, and the debate […] The article Mourinho faces refereeing warning after Real Madrid defeat was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Niko Kovac confirms Dortmund duo fit for Champions League opener against Villarreal
Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovac has confirmed Daniel Svensson and Konstantinos Karetsas are available for Tuesday’s Champions League match against Villarreal, despite both players missing the club’s full training session on Monday. Kovac moved to reassure supporters that the pair’s absence from the main session was part of Dortmund’s normal preparations rather than an indication […] The article Niko Kovac confirms Dortmund duo fit for Champions League opener against Villarreal was written...
South African goalkeeper Jessica Williams calls for better data to boost overseas opportunities
FC Copenhagen goalkeeper Jessica Williams believes improved player data and greater coverage of matches could help more South African footballers earn professional contracts abroad. The 26-year-old has recently fulfilled a long-held ambition after being unveiled as the latest signing by the Danish club. She says the lack of detailed performance information remains a significant obstacle […] The article South African goalkeeper Jessica Williams calls for better data to boost overseas opportun...
Isak urges Liverpool to build on unbeaten start
Alexander Isak has challenged Liverpool to maintain their momentum after scoring again in the Reds’ 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town. The Sweden striker found the net for the third consecutive game on Friday, matching his entire Premier League goal tally from an injury-hit campaign last season. Isak’s early form has made an immediate impact at […] The article Isak urges Liverpool to build on unbeaten start was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mourinho insists Real Madrid have nothing to prove in Champions League return
Jose Mourinho says his second spell as Real Madrid manager must be judged on its own merits as his side begin their Champions League campaign against Inter Milan at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday. The Portuguese coach previously led Real Madrid between 2010 and 2013, winning major domestic honours but falling short in Europe. The […] The article Mourinho insists Real Madrid have nothing to prove in Champions League return was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Napoli v Arsenal: Gunners backed at 1.80 in Champions League opener
Arsenal FC begin their UEFA Champions League campaign away to SSC Napoli on Wednesday, with the Premier League side favoured to win at odds of 1.80 despite facing a team that has scored in every match this season. The opening round of the league phase brings together two of Europe’s leading clubs at the Stadio […] The article Napoli v Arsenal: Gunners backed at 1.80 in Champions League opener was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Da Cruz discusses return of two key players and Kaizer Chiefs’ FIFA break plans
Fernando Da Cruz has discussed the return to action of two important Kaizer Chiefs players, while also outlining his thoughts on how the upcoming international break could affect the Amakhosi. The Kaizer Chiefs head coach addressed both subjects in a video interview, speaking about the expected return of the duo and the plans surrounding the […] The article Da Cruz discusses return of two key players and Kaizer Chiefs’ FIFA break plans was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appea...
Rodri’s on-camera comments expose Valencia’s lack of resistance in Barcelona rout
Rodri’s candid assessment of Valencia’s performance was caught by television cameras during Barcelona’s 5-0 victory at Mestalla last Sunday, after the midfielder told team-mate Pau Cubarsi that the home side had offered remarkably little resistance. According to Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo, Rodri was speaking from the substitutes’ bench after being replaced by Marc Bernal in […] The article Rodri’s on-camera comments expose Valencia’s lack of resistance in Barcelona rout was written by...
Real Madrid turn to Bellingham as suspended duo miss Inter Champions League test
Real Madrid begin their Champions League campaign against Inter Milan on Tuesday night without Arda Guler and Bernardo Silva, leaving manager Jose Mourinho facing an early midfield reshuffle after the domestic defeat by Real Betis. The high-profile meeting at Real Madrid’s home stadium comes at a difficult moment for Mourinho, who must prepare for the […] The article Real Madrid turn to Bellingham as suspended duo miss Inter Champions League test was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appea...
Lille v Real Betis: How to watch the UEFA Champions League match live and online
Lille and Real Betis meet in the opening match of their UEFA Champions League league-phase campaigns, with the game available to watch live and online. The match is scheduled to begin at 19:00 GMT this evening in France. Supporters in French-speaking sub-Saharan Africa will be able to watch the game live on New World Sport. […] The article Lille v Real Betis: How to watch the UEFA Champions League match live and online was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Champions League: Real Madrid v Inter Milan headlines opening day as Manchester City visit Porto
Real Madrid host Inter Milan at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, in one of the standout fixtures on the opening day of the UEFA Champions League group stage. Manchester City also face a demanding start to their European campaign when they travel to play FC Porto. The opening round of matches will […] The article Champions League: Real Madrid v Inter Milan headlines opening day as Manchester City visit Porto was written by Sylvester Ntim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.c...
Poland and Mexico face decisive Group A clash at Under-20 Women’s World Cup
The Poland Under-20 women’s team will take on Mexico in the second round of matches at the Under-20 Women’s World Cup on Tuesday, with both sides focused on strengthening their position in Group A and moving closer to the last 16. The match will be played at Arena Katowice, beginning at 16:00 GMT on 8 […] The article Poland and Mexico face decisive Group A clash at Under-20 Women’s World Cup was written by Abdul Karim and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Romaine Gandonou leads Benin’s charge against Argentina at U-20 Women’s World Cup
Benin forward Romaine Gandonou will be the central figure when the Amazones face Argentina in their second Group A match at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup on Tuesday at 13:00 GMT. The young Benin side go into the meeting with renewed confidence after making an impressive start to their campaign. A positive result against […] The article Romaine Gandonou leads Benin’s charge against Argentina at U-20 Women’s World Cup was written by Elias Boateng and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Lille face Betis with Hamza Igamane out and Abde Ezzalzouli a doubt
Hamza Igamane will miss Lille’s UEFA Champions League meeting with Real Betis, while Abde Ezzalzouli is a doubt for the Spanish side because of illness. The match takes place on 8 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 GMT. Lille have made an encouraging start under Davide Ancelotti, who was appointed during the summer after […] The article Lille face Betis with Hamza Igamane out and Abde Ezzalzouli a doubt was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Poland v Mexico: How to watch Women’s Under-20 World Cup match live on FIFA+
Poland will face Mexico in the second matchday of the Women’s Under-20 World Cup, with the fixture available to watch live and exclusively on FIFA+. The match will take place on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 16:00 GMT at Arena Katowice. The meeting brings together two sides involved in what is described […] The article Poland v Mexico: How to watch Women’s Under-20 World Cup match live on FIFA+ was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: Benin and Argentina face crucial Group A test
The second round of group-stage fixtures at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026 begins on Tuesday, 8 September, with four matches that could have a major impact on the race to reach the last 16. Benin will meet Argentina in Group A at 13:00 GMT, with both sides looking to strengthen their position […] The article FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: Benin and Argentina face crucial Group A test was written by Alansary and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Mamelodi Sundowns in advanced talks to sign former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Thabo Cele
Mamelodi Sundowns have made former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Thabo Cele a high-priority transfer target, with discussions over a possible move understood to be at an advanced stage. Cele ended his contract with Kaizer Chiefs by mutual agreement on Monday night, bringing to a close an 18-month spell with the club. His departure followed the arrival […] The article Mamelodi Sundowns in advanced talks to sign former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Thabo Cele was written by Eric Kwafo and first appeared...
Premier League: Arsenal and Manchester City perfect as Spurs struggle and Hull City surprise
Three matches are not enough to define a Premier League season, but Arsenal and Manchester City have already established themselves as the early pace-setters, while Tottenham Hotspur’s poor start has raised serious concerns. Hull City, meanwhile, have emerged as the surprise package and Newcastle United look far stronger than expected. Both Arsenal and Manchester City […] The article Premier League: Arsenal and Manchester City perfect as Spurs struggle and Hull City surprise was written by A...
Barcelona and Arsenal lead Champions League 2026-27 title race, with Mbappe favoured for top scorer
Africafoot’s analysis of bookmaker prices places FC Barcelona and Arsenal among the leading contenders to win the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League, while Kylian Mbappe is the clear favourite to finish as the competition’s leading scorer. Nasser Eddy, a consultant on NCI Sport and presenter of European Champions League coverage on radio Nostalgie, has also offered […] The article Barcelona and Arsenal lead Champions League 2026-27 title race, with Mbappe favoured for top scorer was written by Sy...
Mamelodi Sundowns target bigger lead at top against Siwelele
Mamelodi Sundowns will look to strengthen their position at the top of the Betway Premiership when they host Siwelele FC at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on Wednesday night. The league leaders will be aiming to maintain their momentum and extend their advantage at the summit as they continue their pursuit of another domestic title. […] The article Mamelodi Sundowns target bigger lead at top against Siwelele was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
Rulani Mokwena: Pyramids are ready to compete for titles
Pyramids head coach Rulani Mokwena says the Egyptian club are determined to establish themselves among Africa’s leading teams and compete for major honours. Mokwena believes Pyramids’ rapid rise has given the club an opportunity to create their own identity rather than live in the shadow of Egypt’s traditional giants, Al Ahly and Zamalek. “Pyramids is […] The article Rulani Mokwena: Pyramids are ready to compete for titles was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on Africa...
Al Ahli Tripoli to host Al Hilal in international friendly
Libyan side Al Ahli Tripoli will host Sudanese club Al Hilal in an international friendly at Tripoli International Stadium on 20 September. The match will be played in front of supporters, giving fans the opportunity to watch the two clubs meet in what is expected to be a high-profile encounter. The fixture is being organised […] The article Al Ahli Tripoli to host Al Hilal in international friendly was written by Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
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 ...
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