Cameroon Football in Turmoil as Bonus Payments Reveal Deep Contract Confusion By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo An extraordinary administrative conflict in Cameroonian football has spilled into the public eye following revelations that former national team coach Marc Brys received his Africa Cup of Nations bonuses while David Pagou, who coached the team during the tournament, has
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Italian forward Mario Balotelli has signed with Al Ittifaq FC in the United Arab Emirates, marking the next chapter in his long and eventful football career. The move was officially confirmed by the Dubai‑based club earlier this week, bringing an end to months of speculation over the veteran striker’s future. Balotelli,
Ivory Coast Football Federation president Idriss Diallo has taken a firm stance on the future of the national team by confirming that Emerse Faé will remain head coach, dismissing calls for change and warning against external pressure influencing football decisions. Speaking candidly, Diallo made it clear that leadership of the national team would not be
Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu made a memorable return from Africa Cup of Nations duty, finding the net to help Trabzonspor claim a 2-1 victory over Kasımpaşa in a key Turkish Süper Lig clash at Papara Park on Friday. Onuachu was introduced at the start of the second half in place of Kazeem Olaigbe and
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Morocco’s partnership with FIFA to install 30 FIFA Arena mini-pitches across the Kingdom represents more than an infrastructure project. It reflects a growing commitment to using football as a tool for youth empowerment, education and community building. Announced at FIFA’s Africa Office in Maâmoura, the initiative brings together FIFA, the Royal
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo FIFA President Gianni Infantino has come under criticism from English football supporters after making a controversial comment during a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Infantino, addressing concerns about the upcoming 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, made light-hearted remarks about the behaviour of
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo At the World Economic Forum in Davos, FIFA President Gianni Infantino delivered a passionate defence of football’s unique role in a world beset by political tension, economic uncertainty, and social challenges. Infantino spoke vividly about the emotional and communal power of the FIFA World Cup™, saying that, unlike nearly any other
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has confirmed that he will leave the club at the end of the current season when his contract expires in the summer. The announcement came through the Brazil international’s own social media message and was backed by an official club statement. Casemiro, 33, has been a central figure in United’s midfield
Arsène Wenger, former long-time Arsenal manager and current FIFA head of global development, has addressed rising calls from some fans and commentators to boycott the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Wenger acknowledged that debate around the
Pape Thiaw Explains AFCON Final Touchline Incident, Says Actions Were Driven by Emotion and Protection of Players Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has reflected on the controversial incident that briefly disrupted the Africa Cup of Nations final, insisting his actions were driven by emotion and a desire to protect his players rather than any intention