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Algeria Edge Closer to World Cup with Statement Win Over Botswana

Algeria kept their World Cup dream burning brightly after dispatching Botswana 3-1 in a high-octane Group G clash of the African Qualifiers. Under the floodlights of a charged stadium atmosphere, the Desert Foxes wasted no time stamping authority on the game. Mohamed Amoura rose majestically in the 24th minute, meeting Ramy Bensebaini’s pinpoint cross with

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Kampala Queens Stumble in CECAFA Champions League Zonal Opener

Kampala Queens endured a frustrating start to their CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers campaign, falling 1-0 to hosts Kenya Police Bullets in a tightly contested duel at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi. It was Emily Kemunto who delivered the decisive blow, striking in the second half to hand the Kenyan champions a winning start

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Shaban Muhammad Seals Glamorous Move to Gor Mahia

Uganda Cranes striker Shaban Muhammad has penned a glittering two-year deal with Kenyan football heavyweights Gor Mahia FC, marking the dawn of an exciting new chapter in his illustrious career. The 27-year-old, jetted into Nairobi earlier this week and wasted no time, linking up with his new teammates in training on Tuesday. His arrival ends

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Charles Bbaale Ends Gor Mahia Spell After Mutual Consent

Kenyan football giants Gor Mahia have officially parted ways with Ugandan forward Charles Bbaale, following a mutual understanding between both parties. The news was shared through the club’s official X handle on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. In their statement, the 21-time league champions expressed gratitude for the player’s efforts and wished him success in the

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Mzize Brace Fires Tanzania into Historic CHAN Quarter-Finals

Tanzania wrote a new chapter in their CHAN history on Saturday, defeating Madagascar 2-1 to storm into the quarter-finals for the very first time. Clement Mzize was the hero of the night at a vibrant stadium, finding the net twice inside the opening 20 minutes. His first came on 13 minutes after a sharp move

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Harambee Stars Goalkeeper Suspended Amid Explosive Match-Fixing Scandal

Kenyan football has been rocked by a major controversy after Harambee Stars shot-stopper Patrick Matasi found himself at the center of a damning match-fixing saga. A leaked covert video has surfaced, allegedly capturing Matasi in secret negotiations to rig the outcome of a Kenya Premier League (KPL) match. The viral clip, recorded without his knowledge,

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South Africa’s World Cup Hopes in Jeopardy Over Player Eligibility Controversy

South Africa’s journey in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers has hit a potential roadblock as concerns arise over their recent squad selection. Despite their commanding 2-0 win against Lesotho last Friday, Bafana Bafana now face the risk of a points deduction due to fielding an ineligible player. Midfielder Teboho Mokoena, who had received yellow

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Kenyan MP Peter Salasya Assaulted During FIFA World Cup Qualifier at Nyayo Stadium

Kenyan legislator Peter Kalerwa Salasya is recovering from injuries after being attacked by unidentified individuals in Nairobi. The Mumias East MP was caught in a chaotic scene at Nyayo National Stadium during a FIFA World Cup qualifier match, where Kenya suffered a 2-1 defeat against Gabon. Salasya, who was among the thousands of spectators attending

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Libya Secures AFCON-Winning Coach Aliou Cissé to Lead National Team

In a bold and strategic move, the Libyan Football Federation has entrusted the reins of its national team to celebrated Senegalese coach Aliou Cissé. The federation made the announcement on Tuesday via Facebook, hailing the accomplished tactician as “Africa’s finest coach.” Cissé, who masterminded Senegal’s historic Africa Cup of Nations triumph in 2022, will lead

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Mozambique Set for Crucial World Cup Qualifier Against Uganda Cranes

Mozambique’s national football team, the Mambas, has confirmed its travel arrangements ahead of their highly anticipated clash with Uganda Cranes in the fifth round of the Canada-Mexico-USA FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Initially slated to take place at Zimpeto National Stadium, the encounter was forced to relocate after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) deemed the

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