Thursday, October 30

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Ibenge, Tshabalala and Keïta project the uniqueness of African Club Football’s Elite Competitions
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Ibenge, Tshabalala and Keïta project the uniqueness of African Club Football’s Elite Competitions

From the scorching deserts to the vibrant streets, Africa’s football heartbeat pulsates stronger than ever as the continent’s elite clubs clash in the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup and TotalEnergies CAF Champions League.  The unpredictable pairings;  TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup and TotalEnergies CAF Champions League promise thrilling encounters and an unforgettable journey towards glory.  The TotalEnergies CAF Champions League kicked off on Tuesday, 26 November 2024 - while the  TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup played opening matches today, 27 November 2024. Siphiwe Tshabalala, former Bafana Bafana legend says "Participation in these continental tournaments offers invaluable exposure and opportunities for growth, both for in...
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Nip and tuck at the top while Niger hit the heights
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Nip and tuck at the top while Niger hit the heights

Total of 192 internationals contested earlier this month Very little separating leading trio, and Germany reclaim top-10 berth Niger shine as standout performers This month’s international window featured no fewer than 192 encounters, with national teams from the AFC, CONMEBOL and OFC regions in action in FIFA World Cup 26™ preliminary competitions, while CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and bouts in the UEFA Nations League and Concacaf Nations League completed the line-up of fixtures during the latest window in the Men’s International Match Calendar. All of those contests have had a major bearing on the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking. Starting at the summit, things really couldn’t be any tighter between the sides gracing the podium. While Argentina (1st) remain at the...
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FIFA and Qatar launch FIFA World Cup 2022™ Legacy Fund to drive groundbreaking initiatives with WTO, WHO and UNHCR
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FIFA and Qatar launch FIFA World Cup 2022™ Legacy Fund to drive groundbreaking initiatives with WTO, WHO and UNHCR

Initiatives supported by the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Trade Organization (WTO) and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency USD 50 million fund to have social impact across multiple regions for the first time Focus on refugees, education, public and occupational health, and football development programmes Following the announcement made in November 2022, FIFA is taking the implementation of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Legacy Fund to the next level with an investment of USD 50 million in a series of social programmes in collaboration with Qatar and three global organisations, namely the the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Trade Organization (WTO) and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency. The objective of this fund and the multi-stakehol...
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TotalEnergies CAF Champions League group stage squads confirmed
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TotalEnergies CAF Champions League group stage squads confirmed

All is set for the group stage of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League.CAF is releasing the official squad lists for the participating teams.The TotalEnergies CAF Champions League will kick-off on Tuesday, 26 November 2024.Below is the full squad lists of TotalEnergies CAF Champions League teams Al Ahly SC (Egypt) Al Hilal SC (Sudan) AS FAR (Morocco) AS Maniema Union (DR Congo) CR Belouizdad (Algeria) Djoliba AC De Bamako (Mali) GD Sagrada Esperanca (Angola) Espérance Sportive de Tunis (Tunisia) Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa) MC Alger (Algeria) Pyramids FC (Egypt) Orlando Pirates (South Africa) Raja Casablanca (Morocco) Stade d’Abidjan (Cote d’Ivoire) TP Mazembe (DR Congo) Young Africans SC (Tanzania) Fans can engage and follow the o...
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Zambia’s Barbra Banda wins BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year award
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Zambia’s Barbra Banda wins BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year award

 Zambian International, Barbra Banda has been named BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year 2024. Banda, who presently plays for National Soccer League club Orlando Pride, has represented Zambia in two Olympic Games and the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.She scored four goals in the Paris Olympics, including a hat-trick against Australia, to become Africa's all-time leading scorer in Olympic football history with 10 goals. On winning the award, Barbra said: “I am shocked and surprised to have this award by my side. My teammates have been pushing for me to be where I am right now and to have this trophy.  "I love scoring goals - I think it has not been easy but hard work and consistency has really helped me. Being the second African to win it, it’s a very big ...
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CAF Releases Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024 Best XI
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CAF Releases Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024 Best XI

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced the Best XI of the CAF Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024, highlighting the top-performing players of the tournament. The CAF Technical Study Group (TSG), which includes football analysts, coaches, and technical advisors, meticulously selected the Best XI based on players' performances throughout the competition. The Best XI features four players from debutants FC Masar, four from Champions TP Mazembe, two from runners-up AS FAR, and one from Edo Queens. In goal is FC Masar’s Habiba Sabry, whose acrobatic saves and commanding presence earned her the title of Best Goalkeeper of the tournament. The central defense is solidified by Shadia Nankya and Aisha Nantongo from FC Masar. The full-back positions are occupied by ...
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32 Players invited for camping as Black Galaxies prepares for Nigeria qualifiers
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32 Players invited for camping as Black Galaxies prepares for Nigeria qualifiers

Head Coach of the Black Galaxies, Mas-Ud Didi Dramani, has named a 32-man squad for the upcoming pre-CHAN qualifiers training camp ahead of the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers against Nigeria The camp, which will run from Monday, November 25, 2024, will be held at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, as the team gears up for a crucial two-legged qualifier against Nigeria in December. The camping will see the players undergo intensive training which will include tactical drills, fitness sessions and training matches. After the second week of camping between December 1-5, the team will break camp for the National elections and resume camping from December 8. Ghana will host the first leg on Saturday, December 21, 2024 with the return leg sched...
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Kumasi Asante Kotoko removes Prosper Ogum from Interim Management Committee
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Kumasi Asante Kotoko removes Prosper Ogum from Interim Management Committee

Ghanaian giants Kumasi Asante Kotoko has announced changes to its Interim Management Committee (IMC) following a directive from His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and the Manhyia Palace. In a statement released by the club, it was revealed that Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum will no longer serve as a member of the IMC. This decision, according to the club, is aimed at allowing Dr. Ogum to concentrate fully on his primary role as Head Coach. “This decision has been made to allow Dr. Ogum to fully dedicate his efforts to his primary role as Head Coach, with a continued focus on leading the team to success on the pitch and advancing the club's sporting objectives,” the statement read. The restructuring forms part of the club’s commitment to optimising its operations and aligning with the v...
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AB InBev named Official Beer Partner of FIFA Club World Cup 25™
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AB InBev named Official Beer Partner of FIFA Club World Cup 25™

World’s leading brewer embraces the excitement around FIFA’s new, global flagship club competition AB InBev to expand its longstanding relationship with FIFA by partnering with the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Agreement includes Player of the Match Award, high profile exposure assets, event integration, unique client and customer experiences, and more The world’s leading brewer, AB InBev, has joined the thrill ahead of a new era in global club football starting next year in the USA by expanding their partnership with FIFA and becoming an Official Beer Partner for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™. Having been an official sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™ since 1986, AB InBev (Euronext: ABI) (MEXBOL: ANB) (JSE: ANH) (NYSE: BUD) and its leading portfolio of brands will now bring their ren...
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Amsterdam win FIBA 3×3 World Tour Hong Kong Final 2024
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Amsterdam win FIBA 3×3 World Tour Hong Kong Final 2024

Amsterdam (NED) emerge victorious, defeating Paris (FRA) 22 - 20 in a thriller to win the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Hong Kong Final 2024 on November 24.The Dutch side battled adversity early in pool phase to go on a historical run, defeating two-time reigning champs Ub Huishan NE in the quarter-final before defeating Raudondvaris Hoptrans in the semis to book their spot in the final. They would go up against Paris who had been relentless all tournament, feeding off high momentum coming into this event and making a deep run in the competition. They last defeated Riffa in the semis to book the high-octane final showdown against Amsterdam. It would be a repeat of the Paris Summer Olympics 2024 Gold Medal game that saw the Netherlands face off against France. In that it...
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