Rigobert Song steps down as Cameroon head coach
Rigobert Song is no longer the head coach of the Cameroon national team. The news was confirmed yesterday by Samuel Eto’o, the president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (Fecafoot).
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Pan-African channel, New World TV, expands reach with UEFA
The New World TV group of television networks announced on Wednesday the acquisition of broadcasting rights for the UEFA Champions League, as well as several other UEFA competitions for the period 2024-2027.
Neymar Jr: latest updates on Al-Hilal star’s return
Brazil’s acclaimed forward, Neymar Junior, is on the brink of returning to the football pitch after enduring a left knee injury since last October. Brazil’s spokesperson, Rodrigo Pavia, announced that the striker of Al-Hilal is set to make his comeback in September.
Togo’s Emmanuel Adebayor joins CAF ambassadors
As the recipient of the prestigious African Player of the Year award in 2008, Adebayor has left an indelible mark on the football landscape of Togo. His tenure as a player witnessed remarkable milestones, including guiding the West African nation to its historic qualification for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. This achievement stands as a testament to Adebayor’s pivotal role in shaping Togo’s football narrative. Notably, the former Arsenal star, who announced his retirement last year, leaves behind a legacy of unparalleled dedication and achievement in the sport.
Ghana sees a significant decline in the February 2024 FIFA Rankings
In the latest FIFA rankings unveiled on Thursday, February 15, 2024, the Ghana Black Stars experienced a significant decline following a disappointing performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire, which concluded triumphantly with the host country’s victory last Sunday.
African Champion Serge Aurier signs for Galatasaray in Türkiye
Ivorian football star Serge Alain Stéphane Aurier, fresh off his victory in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, has chosen to continue his career with Turkish Süper Lig giants Galatasaray. The club, renowned for its association with the legendary Didier Drogba, officially announced Aurier’s signing on the evening of Wednesday, February 14, 2024.
The Best XI of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Revealed
The Technical Study Group of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) unveiled today the Best XI of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023, held in Cote d’Ivoire.
CAF punishes Senegal’s Krépin Diatta over AFCON 2023 remarks
Senegalese player Krépin Diatta, of AS Monaco, has been heavily sanctioned by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following his critical remarks towards the governing body of African football during the round of 16 match of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations between Senegal and Ivory Coast.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria advance to AFCON final, South Africa bow out
In a thrilling semi-final encounter in the city of Bouaké on Wednesday, February 7th, the Super Eagles of Nigeria showcased resilience and determination to secure a hard-fought victory over the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in the ongoing 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosted in Ivory Coast.
Cameroon – AFCON disappointment: Eto’o considers stepping down
Renowned Cameroonian football figure, Samuel Eto’o, is contemplating stepping down from his role as the head of the Cameroonian Football Federation (Fecafoot) following the disappointing performance of the national team at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Eto’o revealed his intention to resign during an executive committee meeting convened on Monday, February 5, 2024, as he submitted his resignation.