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There are players who seem transformed by the World Cup. Azzedine Ounahi is one of them. Almost unnoticed during the first half hour against Canada, bogged down by lost balls and erratic management, the Moroccan midfielder needed only two moments to turn the game around. A right-footed shot from the edge of the box, then a missile into the top corner. Final score, 3-0, and a spot in the quarter-finals secured without a hitch.
Maroc
Respected for their results on the continent, Pape Thiaw and Emerse Faé are among the coaches who disappointed the most during the 2026 World Cup, which was also their first participation in a final phase. Between tactical shortcomings and a lack of boldness in managing key players, Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire paid for their mistakes.
Sénégal, Côte d'Ivoire
History repeats itself. Four years after making a strong impression by reaching the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup, Morocco is once again the only African nation to reach the quarter-finals of a World Cup, this time in 2026, in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The Lions of the Atlas could even secure a spot in the last four, against France.
Tous les pays africains
Two days before their quarter-final against France, Morocco moves forward with a major unknown: whether or not Ismael Saibari will be fit to play this crucial match for the Lions de l’Atlas in this 2026 World Cup. And even though Soufiane Rahimi effectively replaced the new Bayern Munich striker by scoring against Canada (3-0), his situation remains a headache for Mohamed Ouahbi ahead of facing the World Cup runners-up this Thursday (8 pm GMT) in Boston.
Maroc
Between locker room secrets, physical breakdowns, amateur logistics and explosive altercations, the campaign of the Lions of Senegal at the World Cup was cut short. Behind the elimination of Pape Thiaw’s men in the round of 32 against Belgium lies a series of major dysfunctions: from the eviction of Moustapha Mbow to the violent clash between Pape Gueye and the FSF officials, including numerous physical failures within the squad and even players forced to handle their own visa applications. An exclusive look behind the scenes of a group that has rarely experienced such a chaotic preparation and competition.
Sénégal
Argentina avoided the worst against Egypt on July 7 in Atlanta. Trailing 2-0 until the 79th minute in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, the reigning world champions overturned the Pharaohs 3-2 thanks to a brace from Cristian Romero, Lionel Messi, and Enzo Fernandez in the final quarter hour.
Egypte
On August 6, 2022, Sébastien Desabre was appointed head coach of RDC. Since then, the Léopards, who were in complete disarray, have returned to the forefront. Better yet, they recently shone at the 2026 World Cup. But what comes next?
RD Congo
This Tuesday, July 7, 2026, world football holds its breath. At the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Egypt faces Argentina, the reigning world champion, with kickoff scheduled for 4pm GMT. A legendary clash, as it will pit two of the greatest players in recent football history against each other: Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah.
Egypte
By signing with Newcastle at the end of last week, Bazoumana Touré has joined the exclusive group of the most expensive Ivorian players in history. The 20-year-old striker even features on the podium of the Top 5 Elephants who have made their mark on the transfer market.
Côte d'Ivoire
A few hours after Senegal's elimination by Belgium in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, Pape Gueye announced on Instagram that he would be stepping back from the national team as long as Pape Thiaw's staff remains in charge. This statement immediately divided Senegalese opinion. Was it really necessary to go that far?
Sénégal
A new challenge for Bazoumana Touré. A few days after Côte d'Ivoire's elimination in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, the left winger is changing clubs. He is leaving Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga for Newcastle United in the Premier League for 47 million euros.
Côte d'Ivoire
Back at Trabzonspor for another season on loan, André Onana is already thinking about his future after football, with increasingly strong personal ambitions.
Cameroun
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