Mexico’s Guadalajara hosts World Cup playoff match under spectre of violence
Just over a month ago, Mexico’s second-largest city, Guadalajara, was reeling from a wave of violence triggered by the capture and death of cartel boss Ruben “El Mencho” Oseguera. Streets…
Iranian soccer players hold schoolbags in solidarity with slain girls
Ahead of their clash with Nigeria’s Super Eagles this Friday, Iran’s men’s national soccer team wore black armbands and held schoolbags as their anthem played ahead of a match in…
World Cup Play-off Finals
The Following are the final matches of the European and the Intercontinental qualification for the 2026 World Cup. The winners of each match will qualify for the tournament in the…
Super Eagles Edge Iran 2-1 in Tense Friendly Clash in Turkey
Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Iran in an international friendly concluded on Friday in Belek, Turkey, boosting confidence ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures. In a match…
Executive Council approves 2026/27 football season calendar
The Executive Council of the Football Association, in a proactive move, has officially approved the calendar for the 2026/27 football season, for early release to clubs, partners and stakeholders. The…
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games: A New Era Rises in Scotland
In just a few months, the sporting world will turn its attention to 2026 Commonwealth Games, as the Scottish city of Glasgow prepares to host one of the most anticipated…
Semenyo Targets Statement Victory as Black Stars Face Austria in Vienna
Antoine Semenyo has set a clear tone ahead of Ghana’s international friendly against Austria, insisting the Black Stars are determined to secure a win as part of their World Cup…
Olympic women’s sport limited to biological females only
The women’s category of Olympic sports will be limited to biological females from 2028, the International Olympic Committee has announced. Eligibility will be determined by a “once-in-a-lifetime” sex test, which…
Breaking News: Mosengo-Omba to step down as CAF general secretary amid mounting pressure
Veron Mosengo-Omba will step down as general secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) when the organisation’s Executive Committee meets in Cairo on Friday, AfricaSoccer.com understands. The DR Congo…
MarchSuper Eagles’ Friendly Opponents Iran Train Under Tight Media Restrictions Ahead of ClashMarch
Nigeria’s senior national team, the Super Eagles, will face a tightly guarded Iranian side in Friday’s international friendly, as their opponents continue preparations under strict media control in Turkey. The…