Senegal’s federation downplays viral airport security check video in US
“Contrary to some reports, the security screening did not take place upon the team’s arrival in San Antonio,” the football federation says.
10 Jun, 2026
DRC to play pre-World Cup friendly against Chile in France after Spain ban
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s final World Cup warm-up fixture against Chile will take place behind closed doors in the French city of Orleans on Tuesday, a team spokesperson has confirmed.
7 Jun, 2026
African, Iranian journalists denied visas for World Cup, sports association says
The International Sports Press Association says it has written to FIFA’s director of media relations for urgent action.
6 Jun, 2026
Iran blasts US ‘discriminatory treatment’ over World Cup visa refusals
The Iranian embassy accused the United States of deliberate discrimination after visas were not granted to managerial staff and technical advisers of the national team.
6 Jun, 2026
France to beat Spain in World Cup final: economists
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South Africa World Cup squad cleared for departure after visa delay
South Africa’s World Cup team face ’embarrassing’ visa difficulties
Liverpool sack manager Arne Slot after underwhelming season
29 May, 2026
Tanzania face Senegal in historic Under 17 AFCON final after penalty drama
Tanzania’s journey to the final has been among the biggest stories of the competition.
28 May, 2026
South Africa names 26-man World Cup squad
South Africa kick off against co-hosts Mexico on 11 June, before Group A clashes with the Czech Republic in Atlanta on 18 June.
28 May, 2026
DR Congo World Cup delegation ‘compliant’ with US Ebola protocols
Authorities say most members of the squad are based in Europe, reducing the risk of direct exposure.
26 May, 2026
Morocco head to World Cup with big ambitions after AFCON controversy
Head Coach Walid Regragui was the mastermind of Morocco’s run in Qatar, but he left the coaching job in March, six weeks after the Africa Cup of Nations final to Senegal.
25 May, 2026
Mokoena’s goal worth millions of dollars for African champions Sundowns
The goal scored by Teboho Mokoena for South African club Mamelodi Sundowns not only won the CAF Champions League final, it could ultimately be worth up to 20 million dollars.
24 May, 2026
EPL champions Arsenal finish season on high with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrated their coronation as Premier League champions with a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday.
24 May, 2026
How Orlando Pirates ended Mamelodi Sundowns’ dominance in South African football league
Soweto giants Orlando Pirates claimed a first South African league title in 14 years with the opponent’s two own goals on Saturday, ending Mamelodi Sundowns’ dominance.
24 May, 2026
Morocco aims to complete stadium for World Cup final bid by end of 2027, official says
Morocco aims to complete its proposed stadium for the 2030 World Cup final by the end of next year, an official overseeing the project said on Saturday.
24 May, 2026
Senegal’s President Faye thanks Morocco’s King for pardoning football fans
The Senegalese fans were convicted of hooliganism during the 2025 AFCON final in Rabat.
23 May, 2026
Ghana’s World Cup warm-up struggles continue with Mexico loss
The Black stars suffer a 0-2 loss to Mexico in friendly natch with less than three weeks before the tournament starts.
