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Ouahbi delivers positive reaction after Morocco defeat Gabon in AFCON qualifier
Dennis Mabuka · 36 minutes ago
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi gave a positive reaction about the Atlas Lions after they defeated Gabon 2-0 in their matchday one of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Friday.
'The energy changed': Pochettino admits regret over limited role in Balogun appeal
Reuters · 50 minutes ago
United States coach Mauricio Pochettino said he regretted not being more involved in the decision to appeal Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card, adding that the controversy changed the energy around his team before their last-16 loss to Belgium.
Vieira admits Senegal must improve after Mozambique draw in AFCON qualifier
Dennis Mabuka · one hour ago
Senegal coach Patrick Vieira has delivered his first assessment of the national team after they battled to a 1-1 draw against Mozambique in their matchday one of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers on Friday.
South Africa aim to preserve proud home record in AFCON qualifiers
Nick Said · 2 hours ago
South Africa will defend a proud home record in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying when they welcome Guinea to Orlando Stadium on Saturday for coach Pitso Mosimane’s first game of his third spell in charge of the side.
Zidane admits Mbappe likely to miss France's next three matches after injuring knee
François Miguel · 10 hours ago
Kylian Mbappe scored in France's win against Turkey on Friday but injured his left knee in the process. He was taken off as a precaution just before the hour mark. Zinedine Zidane admitted that he is probably ruled out of France's next three matches, but could he also miss the Clasico in a month's time?
Ukraine edge Hungary in Budapest to get Nations League campaign going
Adam Clancy · 11 hours ago
Andrea Maldera won his first competitive game in charge of Ukraine as they ended Hungary’s four-match unbeaten home run in 2026 (W3, D1) with a 1-0 win at the Puskas Arena in the UEFA Nations League.
Mbappe scores but goes off injured as France down Turkey in Zidane's first match
Max Davis · 11 hours ago
Zinedine Zidane’s tenure as France manager got off to a winning start with a 1-0 success in Turkey, placing Les Bleus into the driving seat in Group A1 as they begin their search for a second UEFA Nations League trophy.
Godts among the goals as Belgium condemn Italy to defeat on Mancini's return
James Hilsum · 11 hours ago
Goals from Mika Godts and Dodi Lukebakio ensured Belgium began their UEFA Nations League campaign with an impressive 2-0 victory away at Italy, ending a five-match head-to-head winless run to begin Roberto Mancini’s second spell in charge with defeat.
First-half Isak and Gyokeres goals see Sweden make winning UNL start versus Romania
Anthony Tomas · 11 hours ago
Sweden marked their return to League B of the UEFA Nations League (UNL) with a 2-1 victory over fellow newcomers Romania, securing a fifth win in the last six head-to-heads between the sides, as Gheorghe Hagi’s second spell in charge of Romania began in defeat.
Charles nets last-gasp winner as Northern Ireland sneak past Georgia
Matthew Rhodes · 13 hours ago
Northern Ireland stunned Georgia by earning a dramatic 1-0 win thanks to a 99th-minute Shea Charles winner, handing the Green and White Army their first victory in six away games.
Debutants Ilenikhena and Usor power Nigeria past Madagascar in AFCON opener
Shina Oludare · 13 hours ago
Nigeria secured a hard-fought 2-1 win over Madagascar in their opening Group L fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations played on Friday evening.
'I don't think the game should go ahead', says Ireland's Knight ahead of Israel match
AFP · 13 hours ago
Midfielder Jason Knight has become the first Ireland player to oppose playing Israel in the Nations League on Sunday.
Flashscore sources: Bournemouth continue to take hard stance on Chelsea target Alex Scott
Dean Jones · 14 hours ago
Chelsea's interest in Alex Scott is no secret but Bournemouth are determined not to lose him halfway through the season.
McCarthy revisits Kenya FA issues: 'People responsible must take accountability'
Dennis Mabuka · 14 hours ago
Kenya national team head coach Benni McCarthy has revisited the situation surrounding the national team as they prepare to kick off their 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
EFL seeks £1 billion from Premier League over five years, according to reports
Reuters · 15 hours ago
The English Football League has asked for payment of £1 billion ($1.3 billion) over five years from the Premier League amid ongoing negotiations for a new revenue-sharing deal in English football, Sky News reported on Friday.
Tuchel admits Palmer 'misses too many opportunities' after pulling out of England squad
AFP · 15 hours ago
Thomas Tuchel says Cole Palmer "misses too many opportunities" to impress after pulling out of England's first squad since the World Cup.
Patrick Viera's first game as Senegal coach ends in underwhelming draw in Mozambique
Reuters · 15 hours ago
Patrick Vieira's debut as Senegal coach ended in a frustrating 1-1 draw away in Mozambique on Friday as they let slip a first-half lead and ended up sharing the points in their opening Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.
Turmoil in Danish camp as captain Hojbjerg apologises for comments after Norway defeat
Svend Bertil Fra · 15 hours ago
Danish national team captain Pierre Emile Hojbjerg has apologised to coach Brian Riemer after the Marseille midfielder late Thursday night criticised Riemer's tactics during the 3-2 defeat against Norway in Oslo.
Flashscore sources: Brian Brobbey has long been on radar of Europe's biggest clubs
Dean Jones · 16 hours ago
Brian Brobbey's hat-trick against Manchester City pushed the Sunderland striker back into transfer headlines, but interest in him from some of Europe's biggest clubs is nothing new.
Why Luis de la Fuente made surprise decision to call up warrior striker Roberto Fernandez
Antonio Moschell · 16 hours ago
Luis de la Fuente surprised everyone by calling up Espanyol forward Roberto Fernandez for the first phase of the 2026/27 Nations League. A fighter always willing to sacrifice, the 24-year-old is looking for his big chance coming off the bench.
