Real Madrid head coach Álvaro Arbeloa delivered a thoughtful and resilient message following his side’s surprising elimination at the hands of a Segunda División club in the Copa del Rey on Tuesday, admitting the result hurts but insisting setbacks can fuel future success. In the post‑match press conference, Arbeloa acknowledged that Real Madrid’s night did
Senegal head coach Pape Bouna Thiaw lauded his players’ performance after guiding the Teranga Lions to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final with a 1–0 victory over Egypt in their semi‑final clash in Tangier on Wednesday. In his post‑match press conference, Thiaw emphasized determination, respect for the opposition, and team unity as key reasons
Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan issued a measured but heartfelt response following his side’s 1‑0 loss to Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semi‑final in Tangier, acknowledging his team’s effort while pointing to scheduling challenges and overall commitment. The Pharaohs’ campaign ended with Sadio Mané’s decisive 78th‑minute strike that sent Senegal to the
Morocco booked their place in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final on Wednesday after a tense semi‑final against Nigeria that ended 0–0 after extra time and was decided by penalties, with the Atlas Lions winning 4–2 in the shootout at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. In a match marked by tactical discipline
Senegal secured their place in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final with a 1–0 victory over Egypt in the semi‑final on Wednesday in Tangier, thanks to a match‑winning strike by Sadio Mané late in the second half. The Teranga Lions will now contest the continental showpiece after a tense battle against the Pharaohs. In
Manchester United and former club captain Michael Carrick have reached a verbal agreement for him to become the club’s interim head coach until the end of the 2025–26 season, high‑profile reports confirmed on Tuesday. Carrick, 44, will take charge following the sacking of Ruben Amorim earlier this month amid a difficult campaign for the Red
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has set the tone for his team’s Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semi‑final clash with Egypt, insisting the match will be fiercely contested while expressing deep respect for the Pharaohs’ quality and achievements. The Teranga Lions are preparing to face Egypt in Tangier on Wednesday for a place in the AFCON
Senegal head coach Pape Bouna Thiaw has played down concerns about potential player suspensions ahead of his team’s Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semi‑final against Egypt, insisting his squad will focus solely on winning the match and not count yellow cards or risks of missing the final. In a press briefing ahead of Wednesday’s highly
By Yomi Kuku, Toronto Canada As FIFA World Cup 2026™️ ticket sales continue amid major fan interest, significant criticism has emerged from supporter groups, particularly around the accessibility and cost of tickets for fans with disabilities, who argue that the current structure unfairly excludes them and their essential companions from attending matches. Barrier to Access
Kylian Mbappé was notably absent from training on Tuesday, the day Álvaro Arbeloa began his tenure as Real Madrid’s new head coach, marking an intriguing start to the Spanish giants’ transitional period. Arbeloa took charge of the first session ahead of Wednesday’s Copa del Rey clash with Albacete, as the club looks to steady its