Somali referee Omar Artan has received a major appointment from UEFA months after missing out on officiating at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. UEFA announced on Thursday, June 11, that Artan will referee the 2026 UEFA…
Kenya may struggle to host AFCON 2027 as crucial stadium projects need Ksh 11.02 billion more.Only Ksh 3.74 billion has been paid, leaving a huge funding gap, officials told parliament. Sports PS Elijah Mwangi asked MPs for Exchequer funds to…
Chelsea Football Club has been fined £10.75 million by the Premier League after breaching league regulations. The Premier League clarified that the one-year transfer ban is suspended for two years, only activating if further breaches occur. This means Chelsea can…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the suspension of Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw. The suspension comes in the aftermath of the controversial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Senegal and Morocco. CAF indicated that the…
Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw publicly apologised after his team briefly walked off the pitch during the AFCON final. The dramatic protest followed a late penalty decision awarded to hosts Morocco, triggering chaos during the closing moments. Thiaw admitted responsibility…
Senegal emerged as Africa Cup of Nations champions after defeating hosts Morocco one–zero in dramatic extra time.The final became unforgettable after controversy, walkouts, missed penalties, and decisive moments defined the night. The Teranga Lions secured their second continental title following…
A dramatic twist unfolded in the final minutes of Sunday’s AFCON final, shocking players, officials, and spectators alike. Senegal’s players abruptly headed toward the dressing room after Morocco received a late penalty decision. The Africa Cup of Nations final between…
Kenyan match official Stephen Eleazar Onyango Yiembe has played a prominent role at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.Yiembe has served as one of the assistant referees and officials throughout the tournament, culminating in his appointment to…
Real Madrid has announced that Xabi Alonso has left his position as head coach, ending a short but high‑profile tenure at the Spanish club.The decision came by mutual consent just days after a 3‑2 defeat by Barcelona in the Spanish…