Tag: African
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World Cup 2026 (Q): CAF unveils the complete program
The 2026 World Cup is just three years away, but qualifying for the finals will begin in Africa in November 2023. CAF has unveiled its schedule. Qualification for the 2026 World Cup begins in November in the African zone. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) published the program for this campaign on Tuesday August 29.…
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LaLiga launches mid season African MVP votes
African footballers in Spain are once again on the spotlight as LaLiga Santander launches its Mid Season African Most Valuable Player (MVP). LaLiga celebrates the achievements of the wide range of exciting African players who have excelled in the Spanish top flight so far this season. There are little doubts that reigning LaLiga Santander African…
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Retro Sport 2022: 5 “major” African
The year 2022 is closed, the African sports men and women will want to repeat the good shots during this current exercise. 2022 has been rich in individual and collective performances too. For Sport News Africa, this proposed Top 5 has written history in various disciplines. Soufiane El Bakkali: World Champion (3000m steeplechase) 2022 will…
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Qatar 2022: Five African netbusters of the World Cup
Africa played, won and lost in this World Cup which ended on December 18 with the victory of Argentina over France. But the 5 African selections have not been ridiculous in this tournament with players who have released masterclass in their performances. The exercise is difficult. At the end of this World Cup (November 20-December…
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Football – African Championships: Weekend results and actions
Every Monday, Sport News Africa brings you a summary of the African championship matches played over the weekend. The unexpected results, goals, standings and news as we take a tour of some of Africa’s top leagues. Rep of Congo – League 1 (Day 2): New boys JUK continues fine start Second consecutive success for the…
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CAFCL: Sundowns held by Al Merrikh in Egypt
Sudanese club Al Merrikh held former CAF Champions League winners Mamelodi Sundowns to a goalless draw in their group A meeting played at Al Salaam Stadium in Cairo on Saturday afternoon, 19 February. Despite both sides having 12 shots at goal, none of them were able to find the back of the net as they…