By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Uncertainty continues to surround the venue for the next edition of the Finalissima after a high-level meeting between UEFA, CONMEBOL and the Qatari government ended without a final agreement. According to Argentine journalist Gastón Edul, discussions held on Thursday failed to confirm a host venue for the match, with Qatar reportedly
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Iraq’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup are facing an unexpected threat—not on the pitch, but far from it. Just weeks before their decisive intercontinental playoff in Mexico, the national team’s preparations have descended into chaos due to visa complications, embassy closures and travel restrictions linked to the escalating
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has rescheduled the TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026, with the tournament now set to take place from 25 July to 16 August 2026 instead of the originally planned March–April dates. The continental showpiece had been scheduled to kick off in Morocco on
As of early March 2026, the Nigeria men’s national football team stand outside the confirmed lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the latest developments around the intercontinental play-off tournament scheduled in Mexico later this month. However, the full story is more complex than a simple “yes” or “no.” Here’s a clear breakdown of
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo World football governing body FIFA has officially confirmed that Democratic Republic of the Congo will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup intercontinental play-off tournament scheduled to take place in Mexico later this month. The confirmation follows FIFA’s publication of tournament documentation outlining the six participating nations set to battle for
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Ghana Black Queens midfielder Stella Nyamekye has completed a permanent transfer from NJ/NY Gotham FC of the United States to Norwegian top-flight side SK Brann Kvinner, signing a contract that runs until June 2028. The move was confirmed by both clubs on Tuesday for an undisclosed fee, subject to the clearance
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Head coach Walid Regragui and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) have formally ended their professional relationship, bringing to a close Regragui’s tenure as manager of the Morocco national football team. The agreement follows weeks of speculation over his future after Morocco’s runner-up finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has pushed back strongly against growing debate over his side’s reliance on set pieces, admitting he is “upset” that his team, despite their success, have not scored even more goals from dead-ball situations and have also conceded from them this season. Speaking ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Barcelona’s spirited 3–0 victory over Atlético Madrid in the second leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final was not enough to overturn a heavy first-leg deficit, as Atletico advanced 4–3 on aggregate to reach the final for the first time since 2013. Playing at the Spotify Camp Nou on Tuesday night,
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Nigerian international Paul Onuachu came off the bench to score a stunning solo goal that helped Trabzonspor secure a 4-2 victory over İstanbul Başakşehir in the Turkish Cup on Tuesday, advancing the Black Sea club to the quarter-finals. The Super Eagles forward, introduced in the second half, produced a moment of