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FIFA Confirms Morocco as Host of 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup

Noble Onyeagoro
FIFA has confirmed Morocco as host of the 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup, scheduled to run from October 17 to November 7. The tournament will feature 24 teams from six confederations, with Africa getting five slots, while Morocco qualifies automatically as host under a multi-year agreement running through 2029....

Super Eagles Announce 23-Man Squad for Friendlies Against Iran and Jordan

Noble Onyeagoro
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has unveiled a 23-man squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Iran and Jordan, with key players like Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, and Ademola Lookman leading the list. The friendlies, now moved to Antalya, Turkey, come after military conflict affected the original venue. Full squad details on IDNN....

Thibaut Courtois Out for Up to Six Weeks with Leg Muscle Injury, Set to Miss Champions League Quarter-finals

Noble Onyeagoro
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been ruled out for up to six weeks due to a leg muscle injury, missing the upcoming Champions League quarter-final clash against Bayern Munich. Andriy Lunin will take over as the starting goalkeeper, with Real Madrid facing a growing fitness crisis ahead of key fixtures....

Senegal Calls for International Investigation into CAF’s Controversial AFCON Ruling

Noble Onyeagoro
The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has appealed CAF’s decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title and award it to Morocco. Senegal’s government is calling for an independent investigation into the matter. FSF has lodged an appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Full details on IDNN....

Senegal to Appeal CAF’s Forfeiture Decision in AFCON Final

Noble Onyeagoro
Senegal's football federation rejects CAF's decision to award Morocco the 2025 AFCON title after Senegal's walk-off. They will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), citing the unfair nature of the ruling and its damaging impact on African football's credibility....

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