Captain Romain Saiss scored in the first half and, after Tanzania had Novatus Miroshi sent off, Azzedine Ounahi and Youssef En-Nesyri netted for the Atlas Lions. Although an African powerhouse for decades, Morocco are seeking only a second Cup of Nations title 48 years after lifting the trophy in Ethiopia. Morocco’s players celebrate scoring their…
As the days to the kickoff match for the 2023 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations draw closer, there are quite some fascinating facts to know about the continent’s highly revered football tournament. The tournament which will start on January 13, 2024, with the opening match between the host country, Cote d’Ivoire, and Group A…
“We’re trying to sign him, finalise the deal and get another alternative for our squad,” Tuchel told reporters on Thursday. Dier arrived in Munich on Thursday ahead of a medical check and told Sky Germany: “Bayern is a wonderful club”. Dier, whose contract with Tottenham was set to expire in the summer, arrives for a…
Daniel Maldini, the son of Italian football icon Paolo Maldini, completed on Wednesday a loan move from AC Milan to Monza until the end of the season. Maldini has already been on loan at Empoli this term and played as a substitute in the Tuscan club’s 3-0 home defeat to Milan on Sunday. Last season…
Qatar is hosting the AFC Asian Cup 2023 for the third time, and the continental tournament will be spread across nine stadiums in the FIFA World Cup 2022 host nation. Football fans will watch 24 teams compete for the trophy with the first match taking place on January 12 at Lusail Stadium. Seven World Cup…
The victorious squad at the TotalEnergies AFCON Côte d’Ivoire 2023 will now be awarded a staggering USD 7,000,000. This significant increase aims to elevate the prestige of the tournament and further incentivize top-tier performances on the African football stage. The runner-up of the TotalEnergies AFCON Côte d’Ivoire 2023 will not be left empty-handed, as their…
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen, was named as the Italian Footballers’ Association Footballer of the Year for his stellar showing with Neopolitans last season.The award ceremony held on Monday night, also had other accolades, including the team of the year, coach of the year, club of the year, and goal of the season.Osimhen’s 26 goals were…
Mauricio Pochettino said he will not rush Christopher Nkunku back into action for Chelsea as he called for patience in the France forward’s recovery from injury. Nkunku has yet to make his competitive debut for Chelsea after suffering a knee problem during the club’s pre-season tour of the United States.The 26-year-old, signed from RB Leipzig…
Chelsea have reportedly moved away from the idea of making a move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen in January.
