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Oshoala revives Nigeria's Wafcon and World Cup bid
Asisat Oshoala scores the only goal as Nigeria beat Zambia at Wafcon 2026 to revive the West Africans' hopes of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
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Cape Verde World Cup star Vozinha begins new chapter at Colo-Colo
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has been unveiled by Chilean giants Colo-Colo after completing his move from Portuguese side Chaves, saying the transfer marks the
By Africa Front Staff
Can lightning strike twice? Cape Verde set for Wafcon debut
After the men's success at the World Cup, Cape Verde should not be underestimated on their Women's Africa Cup of Nations debut, forward Sandra Martins warns.
By Africa Front Staff
Israeli military plans to transfer law enforcement in occupied West Bank to police
Palestine’s vice-president calls plan ‘flagrant violation of international law’ and a step towards full Israeli annexation Israel’s defence minister wants to tr
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Despite keeping World Cup hopes alive, Banyana Banyana need a reset
Banyana Banyana’s hopes of qualifying for a third-ever Fifa World Cup remain firmly alive after a 2-1 win over Nigeria in the first playoff round. The South Afr
By Africa Front Staff
Drowned the day her visa came through: the tragedy of a Moroccan footballer trying to reach Ceuta
Struggling on her meagre pay, Faten Ben Omar El Azizi dreamed of reaching Europe. Then she joined thousands trying to reach a better life in Spain Football was
By Africa Front Staff
Nigeria to miss Women's World Cup after South Africa and Ghana win play-offs
South Africa and Ghana progress to an inter-confederation qualifier for the 2027 Women's World Cup, but Nigeria will miss the tournament for the first time.
By Africa Front Staff
Dancing with Shakira at World Cup was 'very, very, very, very, very good' - Ghetto Kids
The child stars tell the BBC of their excitement entertaining their biggest crowd yet at the World Cup final.
By Africa Front Staff
Nigeria 'still have hope' for 2027 World Cup spot
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By Africa Front Staff
African quartet secure Women's World Cup places
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By Africa Front Staff
SA pushes for direct India flights ahead of 2027 Cricket World Cup
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By Africa Front Staff
Cape Verde's Bubista joins Morocco's RS Berkane after World Cup success
Cape Verde coach Bubista has left the national team after guiding the island nation to a remarkable World Cup debut, signing a two-year contract with Moroccan c
By Africa Front Staff
Canal+ to broadcast Europe's top football club games to Sub-Saharan Africa
The French television giant has acquired exclusive rights to the matches in all languages from mid-2027 to 2031.
By Africa Front Staff
Uganda football star David Owori killed in suspected robbery
Uganda is mourning the death of one of its national football players David Owori, who died after being attacked during an alleged robbery near his home in Kampa
By Africa Front Staff
Colo-Colo fans give World Cup hero Vozinha a hero’s welcome
Colo-Colo, who currently lead the Chilean Primera División by 12 points, could hand Vozinha his debut as early as Sunday away to Unión La Calera.
By Africa Front Staff
Cape Verde's Vozinha signs with Chile's most decorated football club
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By Africa Front Staff
Top Ugandan footballer killed by robbers armed with paving stones
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By Africa Front Staff
Underdogs, history and late goals - Africa's World Cup
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By Africa Front Staff
Cape Verde coach Bubista resigns as Ivory Coast reappoint Renard
Head coach Bubista leaves Cape Verde after reaching the last 32 at the World Cup while Ivory Coast reappoint two-time Afcon winner Herve Renard.
By Africa Front Staff
'Honoured and grateful' - Morocco fan reflects on World Cup
Morocco fan reflects on their World Cup journey.
By Africa Front Staff
Sister act ushers underdogs Malawi into WAFCON final against Cameroon
Goals from sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga on Wednesday gave tournament outsiders Malawi a 3-1 victory over Algeria, sending them to the Women's Africa Cup o
By Africa Front Staff
Cameroon defeat Morocco 3-1 to reach Women’s AFCON final
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By Africa Front Staff
Who are the Chawinga sisters leading Malawi's bid for Wafcon glory?
Sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga are the undoubted stars of Malawi's unexpected run to the final of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
By Africa Front Staff
Chawinga sisters fire Malawi into Wafcon final
Malawi's fairy tale run at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations goes on as sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga share three goals in a 3-1 semi-final win over A
By Africa Front Staff
Keeper Bihina stars as Cameroon upset Morocco to make Wafcon final
Cameroon's Michaely Bihina saves an extra-time penalty and three more spot kicks in a shootout to send her side though to the 2026 Wafcon final at the expense o
By Africa Front Staff
CAF Inter-Club Competitions: Rangers, Rivers United, 3SC, El-Kanemi learn continental opponents
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By Africa Front Staff
GRITTY COMEBACK: SA survive group-stage scare to set up Wafcon quarterfinal with Morocco
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By Africa Front Staff
'Every country wants to beat Nigeria' - Super Falcons hunt 11th Wafcon title
Nigeria face Malawi, Zambia and Egypt at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, looking to defend their crown and claim an 11th title.
By Africa Front Staff
Seven stars to watch at Wafcon 2026 and why
As the biggest ever Women's Africa Cup of Nations gets ready for kick-off, BBC Sport Africa picks seven players to keep an eye on in Morocco.
By Africa Front Staff
'Be very careful': FIFA VP warns those trying to oust Infantino
The leader of African football has told Sky News the FIFA election is the way to challenge Gianni Infantino's position – cautioning against moves to force out t
By Africa Front Staff
Freestyle fundamentals with Nigeria's national champion
Meet Evelyn Okafor – a four-time Nigerian champion, three-time African champion, and the first African woman to qualify for the World Freestyle Football Champio
By Africa Front Staff
Does Africa still back Infantino as Fifa president?
The African confederation has yet to take an official stance, but where do the key African footballing nations stand on the Infantino saga?
By Africa Front Staff
Coventry sign Ghana's Yirenkyi for record fee
Premier League newcomers Coventry City have completed the club-record signing of Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi.
By Africa Front Staff
Why has Salah chosen to join Trabzonspor?
Why Mohamed Salah chose Trabzonspor over Saudi Arabia and MLS, and what the move means for him and Turkish football.
By Africa Front Staff
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The coach admitted that he cannot prevent criticism, stressing that football supporters, journalists and other observers are entitled to their opinions and inte
By Africa Front Staff
BCA launches South Africa's first odds comparison service for licensed operators
Bettingcompanies.africa has launched the BCA Odds Finder, South Africa's first free tool to instantly compare football betting odds across all licensed local op
By Africa Front Staff
Fifa executives rally behind Infantino despite commercial plan fiasco
Gianni Infantino’s position as world football’s most powerful administrator appeared more secure on Thursday after senior Fifa executives backed him to remain p
By Africa Front Staff
Pressure mounts on FIFA President Gianni Infantino
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing mounting pressure after abandoning a controversial plan to open the World Cup to private investment.
By Africa Front Staff
FIFA backs embattled president Infantino following crisis meeting
FIFA also apologised to its member associations for mistakes made over the now-shelved proposal to open the World Cup to private investment.
By Africa Front Staff
Spain's Ceuta appeals for urgent aid with unaccompanied migrant minors
Local officials are calling on the government to transfer the 1,100 children to mainland Spain.
By Africa Front Staff
FIFA chief gets backing from African fooball for his re-election bid
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