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12 December 2024
FIFA Confirms Morocco as a 2030 World Cup Co-Host
The North African country will co-host football’s biggest tournament with Spain and Portugal, just over four years after it hosts the AFCON.
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23 October 2023
Thousands Flock to Witness Historic African Football League Debut in Tanzania
The inaugural match of the African Football League unveils a new era for African football, drawing enthusiastic crowds to Tanzania's Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium.
News
15 September 2023
Victor Osimhen Nominated for 2023 Best FIFA Men's Player of the Year
Napoli's Victor Osimhen nominated for 2023 FIFA Men's Player of the Year award among elite footballers.
Sports
04 August 2023
FIFA Receives Official Complaint Alleging Misconduct by Zambia Coach at Women's World Cup
FIFA probes misconduct allegations against Zambia coach at Women's World Cup: serious accusations surrounding inappropriate conduct emerge and the investigation is underway.
Sports
17 July 2023
FIFA President Confirms Kick-Off Date for New African Football League
FIFA President announces start date for new African football league, taking measures to revitalize the continent's football landscape.
Sports
11 July 2023
Zimbabwe's Football Association Ban Lifted
After missing out on the Africa Cup of Nations due to a suspension related to miss-appropriated government funds, Zimbabwe football is back just in time for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.
Sports
04 January 2023
Cape Verde Plans to Rename Their National Stadium in Honor of Pelé
The country's prime minister announced the move to honor the late Brazilian sports star as the world mourns his immeasurable influence.
Sports
11 July 2022
The Barbra Banda Ban Shows Black Women Aren't Allowed to Be Too Strong
Failing to meet gender protocols, the Zambian captain was dropped ahead of WAFCON. In African female football, there needs to be a case for bodily integrity.
Music
07 October 2020
Fireboy DML Scores A Spot On the FIFA 21 Official Soundtrack
Fireboy DML's "Scatter" will be featured on the official EA Sports FIFA 21 soundtrack, while the likes of Burna Boy, Rema and Ms Banks will be included in the game's Volta soundtrack.
Sports
24 June 2019
Nigeria's Super Falcons Were Forced To Threaten a Sit-In Protest Over Unpaid Bonuses After Women's World Cup
After negotiations, the Nigerian Football Federation have agreed to run the players their money.
Sports
20 June 2019
FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura Has Been Named 'General Delegate for Africa' To Implement Reform in the CAF
Samoura's short-term appointment is the Confederation of African Football's attempt to improve governance and administration in the organization.
Sports
19 October 2018
Jamaica's Reggae Girlz Are the First Caribbean Team In History to Qualify for the Women's World Cup
Jamaica's senior national women's team are headed to the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup in France.
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