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He may not have marked it in his calendar, but succeeding Édouard Mendy will be one of the first challenges for Patrick Vieira with Senegal. With the Al-Ahli goalkeeper having announced his international retirement on Sunday at 34, the Lions must find a trustworthy last line of defense.
Sénégal
Officially appointed on September 14 as head of the Lions de la Téranga for a four-year term, Patrick Vieira succeeds Pape Thiaw. Between the international retirement of key players like Édouard Mendy and the start of the CAN 2027 qualifiers away from home, the Dakar native is ushering in a major transition phase for Senegalese football.
Sénégal
A few days before the start of the CAN 2025 qualifiers, Hervé Renard may have some questions. With which players and in what current form should he approach this new campaign? Several Ivorian players are far from their best at the start of the 2026-2027 season. Between adapting to a new club and average performances, some Elephants are struggling.
Côte d'Ivoire
Starting for the first time since his arrival, the Ivorian did not impress against Rayo Vallecano this Saturday, September 12 (4-1 victory). An observation round that has not gone unnoticed on the other side of the Pyrenees.
Côte d'Ivoire
Lamine Camara came very close to leaving AS Monaco in the final hours of the transfer window. Reported to be close to Chelsea, the Senegalese midfielder ultimately stayed on the Rock. The 22-year-old player says he quickly came to terms with the situation.
Sénégal
Sébastien Desabre, coach of DR Congo, has unveiled his squad for the upcoming break with twelve new players who have decided to join the Léopards. From Stephy Mavidi to Jordy Makengo and including Kevin Pedro, Sport News Africa presents their profiles.
RD Congo
A few days before the start of the CAN 2027 qualifiers, uncertainty remains at the helm of the Lions. Despite a verbal agreement with Patrick Vieira, the Senegalese Football Federation is still waiting for the green light from the Ministry of Sports and is struggling to resolve the legal departure of Pape Thiaw, casting doubt over the management of the squad ahead of the trip to Mozambique.
Sénégal
Far from the media spotlight due to controversies involving Gianni Infantino, the Confederation of African Football remains in a more than worrying state. Between false billion-dollar sponsorship promises, persistent doubts about CAN 2027, and governance divided by multiple influences, CAF is a ship sailing by sight.
Tous les pays africains
Now physically fit, Assane Diao has regained his full form. The Senegalese international is confirming his return to the forefront, after experiencing a period of injuries, at the start of this season.
Sénégal
While Morocco and Spain will co-host the 2030 World Cup alongside Portugal, an intense battle is being waged behind the scenes for the allocation of the final. Between strong statements from Rabat, counterattacks from Madrid, and embarrassed denials from FIFA, the choice of the host stadium crystallizes political, geopolitical, and institutional ego stakes.
Maroc
For his first squad list as head of the Aigles du Mali, Anthony Da Silva has called up four new players, namely Emile Doucouré, Adama Camara, Alimami Gory, and Ange Martial Tia for the CAN 2027 qualifiers this month and a friendly match against Tunisia at the beginning of October. Sport News Africa introduces you to these new additions to the Aigles’ nest.
Mali
While the FIFA president is going through an unprecedented period of turbulence, Samuel Eto'o has chosen absolute loyalty. In an interview with France 24, the head of Cameroonian football renewed his support for Gianni Infantino, calling on all African federations to unite behind the Italo-Swiss leader ahead of the upcoming elective congress of the international body.
Cameroun, Tous les pays africains
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