Nigeria Football Federation strongly condemns racist abuse against Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo following a theft incident at the team's Casablanca hotel. Stolen cash was recovered and suspect sentenced to six months in prison.
FIFA officially welcomed Zinedine Zidane as France's new head coach after the French Football Federation confirmed his appointment, succeeding Didier Deschamps.
Zinedine Zidane has been confirmed as France's head coach on a four-year contract, replacing Didier Deschamps after France's 2026 World Cup semi-final exit.
Harry Kane's 61 goals and Kylian Mbappe's World Cup Golden Ball make them top contenders for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, with Lamine Yamal as a potential youngest winner.
Besiktas have placed a €10 million asking price on Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi after one season in Turkey, with Saudi clubs Al-Ittihad and Al Diriyah showing interest.
Chelsea is set to sign veteran footballers Jordan Henderson, 36, and Danny Welbeck, 35, as the club looks to add experience to its young squad, with personal terms nearly agreed.
FIFA has released an assessment identifying four urgent areas Nigeria must address—coaching stability, administrative reform, football identity, and grassroots investment—to qualify for the 2030 World Cup after missing the last two tournaments.
Nigeria's Super Falcons, 10-time WAFCON champions, face debutants Malawi in the 2026 opener. Coach Justine Madugu stresses respect and readiness as the tournament also serves as a 2027 World Cup qualifier.
Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare is set to join Ajax on loan from Wolves with an option to buy worth up to £17 million plus add-ons, reports say.
A new rule to stop goalkeepers faking injuries for tactical timeouts could be trialled in England as early as this weekend, backed by major football bodies.
Sindy Lopes Cabral's stunning curling strike against Argentina in the Round of 32 won the 2026 FIFA World Cup Goal of the Tournament, beating Uzbekistan's Shomurodov and Haiti's Isidor.
A heartbreaking photo of Jayden Adams' brother at the footballer's funeral has gone viral, showing the young man overwhelmed with grief as a user prayed for divine protection.
A female referee suffered a concussion after being knocked to the ground while trying to break up a fight between male players during a friendly between Metz and Fortuna Sittard.
Aqueelah Adendorf, girlfriend of late Mamelodi Sundowns star Jayden Adams, breaks silence on false rumors linking her to argument over money and friends before his death.
France captain Kylian Mbappe penned an open letter to fans after a fourth-place finish at the 2026 World Cup, acknowledging the pain and thanking supporters.
Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala's Snapchat rant about a troubled relationship sparks concern among fans ahead of Nigeria's WAFCON campaign in Morocco.
Kylian Mbappe ends 2026 FIFA World Cup as all-time top scorer with 22 goals, winning Golden Boot for second consecutive tournament.
Spain star Dani Olmo rejects Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala's apology, accusing him of lying about punching him after Spain's 1-0 World Cup final win. FIFA investigates.
Nigeria's Super Falcons begin WAFCON 2026 title defence against Malawi on July 29. Find TV channels (DStv, GOtv, Afro Sports) and streaming details for the Group Stage clash in Rabat.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino launched a scathing attack on critics of the 2026 World Cup, accusing them of spreading hate and false rumors while ignoring the tournament's success with 7 million attendees.
Real Madrid have agreed a £100m transfer for RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, beating Liverpool and PSG to the 19-year-old Ivory Coast international.
A week after losing the 2026 World Cup final to Spain, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni posted an emotional Instagram message addressing players, staff, and fans. He confirmed he will honor his contract through December 2026.
Arsenal are ready to make Vinicius Junior the highest-paid player in club history with a contract exceeding £400,000 a week, surpassing Bukayo Saka's £365,000-a-week deal.
South Africa buried 25-year-old footballer Jayden Adams on July 25, 2026, in an emotional ceremony in Stellenbosch. Family, teammates, and officials attended as an investigation into his death continues.
Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne declares Nigeria's sole objective for the 2026 WAFCON: to retain their record-extending 10th title in Morocco, embracing the pressure of being the 'Giants of Africa.'
The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco features 16 teams for the first time, with qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil at stake and record prize money of $5.8 million.
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente says Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi is the second-best defensive midfielder globally, behind only Manchester City's Rodri, after Spain's 2026 World Cup win.
Anthony Joshua survived first-round knockdowns, then emotionally recalled a near-fatal car accident that killed two friends, after stopping Kristian Prenga in a comeback victory.
Real Madrid's contract talks with Vinicius Junior stall after he demands a salary matching Kylian Mbappe, with a €15 million signing bonus also disputed.
Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad has submitted a €10.5 million bid for Nigeria international Wilfred Ndidi from Beşiktaş, with potential bonuses up to €12.5 million.