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CAF President Congratulates Morocco For Being Awarded 2030 World Cup Co-Hosting Rights
12 Dec

CAF President Congratulates Morocco For Being Awarded 2030 World Cup Co-Hosting Rights

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President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Dr. Patrice Motsepe has celebrated Morocco’s selection as a co-host for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, alongside Spain and Portugal. Speaking at the FIFA Extraordinary Congress following the announcement, Dr Motsepe highlighted the significance of the collaboration, describing it as a bridge between Africa and Europe through football. “The Morocco, Portugal, and Spain partnership brings together and unites Africa and Europe through football and inspires all of us to work together to make the world a better place. Today is a proud day for African football as Morocco becomes only the second…
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It Is A Positive Result For Us – Inaki Williams Speaks On Athletic Bilbao’s Win At Fenerbahçe
12 Dec

It Is A Positive Result For Us – Inaki Williams Speaks On Athletic Bilbao’s Win At Fenerbahçe

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Athletic Bilbao striker, Inaki Williams, has described his team’s 2-0 victory over Fenerbahçe as a significant achievement. The Spanish club triumphed over the Turkish side on Wednesday night, with Williams scoring both goals in the 5th and 45th minutes. The win secured Bilbao’s position at the top of the Europa League standings with 16 points, having won all their group matches so far. After the match, Williams spoke about the challenge of playing in Turkey, expressing satisfaction with the result. “The truth is that coming to Turkey and getting this result is very positive for us. We are happy that…
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2026 World Cup Is Next Target After Qualifying Sudan For AFCON – Kwesi Appiah
12 Dec

2026 World Cup Is Next Target After Qualifying Sudan For AFCON – Kwesi Appiah

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Sudan head coach, Kwesi Appiah, has revealed his commitment to qualifying the Falcons of Jediane for the 2026 World Cup after leading the side to book a spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. The 63-year-old coach, who signed a three-year contract with the Sudanese Football Association earlier this year, has successfully led the team to secure a spot in next year’s AFCON tournament, set to be held in Morocco, despite the ongoing civil unrest in Sudan. In the current World Cup qualifying campaign, Sudan leads Group B with 10 points from four matches played. After guiding…
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FIFA Confirms Saudi Arabia As 2034 World Cup Hosts
12 Dec

FIFA Confirms Saudi Arabia As 2034 World Cup Hosts

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The 2034 men's football World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia, while Spain, Portugal and Morocco will be joint hosts for the 2030 tournament, world governing body Fifa has confirmed. Three matches in the 2030 tournament will also be held in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay to mark 100 years of the competition. The hosts for both World Cups were confirmed at Wednesday's Extraordinary Fifa Congress meeting following a vote. All 211 of Fifa's member nations were represented at the meeting over a video link. The hosts for both tournaments, and of the 2030 centenary celebrations, were confirmed via two…
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Asante Kotoko v Hearts Of Oak: Kwesi Appiah Makes Bold Predication Ahead Of Super Clash
11 Dec

Asante Kotoko v Hearts Of Oak: Kwesi Appiah Makes Bold Predication Ahead Of Super Clash

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The Head of Sporting Affairs for Asante Kotoko, Kwesi Appiah is confident his side will secure a win against Hearts of Oak in the upcoming Super Clash. The two most prominent clubs in Ghana will face off in Matchday 13 of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season. Although Kotoko recently ended a five-match winless streak with a victory over Aduana Stars, Appiah believes the Porcupine Warriors will overcome their fierce rivals. “The performance of these two teams were up there. Asante Kotoko went five games without a win but they finally returned to winning ways so I believe it will…
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Kwesi Appiah Confirms Return To GFA Executive Council
11 Dec

Kwesi Appiah Confirms Return To GFA Executive Council

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Kwesi Appiah has officially confirmed his return to the Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) after the completion of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Appiah, who serves as the Head of Sporting Affairs at Asante Kotoko, stepped down temporarily from the position ahead of the qualifiers against Sudan and Ghana. This move was in compliance with a directive from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to avoid any potential conflict of interest. In an interview with Asempa FM, Appiah explained that, “I temporarily left my role due to the games until November. “I have been restored…
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Real Madrid’s Position On Trent Alexander-Arnold As Liverpool Continue Contract Talks
11 Dec

Real Madrid’s Position On Trent Alexander-Arnold As Liverpool Continue Contract Talks

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Despite progress on a new contract with Liverpool, Real Madrid remains optimistic about signing Trent Alexander-Arnold. The Spanish club believes they can secure his signature in January, especially after Dani Carvajal's serious knee injury, which has left the 33-year-old out for a year. With Carvajal's future uncertain, Madrid sees Alexander-Arnold, 26, as a potential long-term successor in the right-back role. Liverpool is working to retain him, but Madrid remains confident they can finalize the deal soon. Source: Webberschoice
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Concern At Barcelona Growing Over Dani Olmo Registration As Economic Lever Will Be Insufficient
11 Dec

Concern At Barcelona Growing Over Dani Olmo Registration As Economic Lever Will Be Insufficient

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Barcelona are facing a financial crunch as they race to register Dani Olmo and Pau Victor for the second half of the season. The club used the emergency injury rule to register them initially due to Andreas Christensen's Achilles issue, but now has just three weeks, until December 31, to secure the funds to register them permanently. If not, both players will be unable to play again this season. Despite efforts to raise funds through deals such as the Nike agreement and selling VIP box rights, Barcelona still faces a shortfall. President Joan Laporta is reportedly seeking a "miracle investor,"…
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Ghanaian Footballer Emmanuel Brenu Found Dead
11 Dec

Ghanaian Footballer Emmanuel Brenu Found Dead

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Emmanuel Brenu, a former player for Zamalek FC in Sekondi-Takoradi, was found dead in his room on December 10, 2024, in Asamensudu, Sekondi. The 31-year-old footballer had been struggling with emotional trauma after the loss of his mother six months earlier. Reports indicate Brenu had been battling depression and was in a low state before his passing. His death has deeply shocked the Ghanaian sports community, following a series of similar tragic losses in 2024. Source: Webberschoice
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‘Extraordinary talent’ – Flick names Barça star that make difference against Dortmund
11 Dec

‘Extraordinary talent’ – Flick names Barça star that make difference against Dortmund

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Barcelona manager, Hansi Flick has described Lamine Yamal as a difference-maker. This is ahead of Barcelona’s UEFA Champions League visit to German Bundesliga side, Borussia Dortmund, on Wednesday. The Blaugrana are topping the La Liga standings and have won four of the five matches they have played in Champions League, occupying third place. They won 5-2 at Crvena Zvezda in their previous outing. Flick hailed young Spain International, Yamal’s ability to impact games ahead of the Champions League clash at Dortmund. “Lamine Yamal can always make the difference, in any game,” he said (as per Barca Times). “He is an…
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