African football: national teams, clubs and diasporas

Football - Ivory Coast: Doubts on the left flank

The Elephants of Côte d'Ivoire defeated South Korea and Scotland during the international window in March, without however diffusing doubts regarding competition for the position of left-back.

March FIFA Break: Tensions between European clubs and DRC over return of players

If the Democratic Republic of Congo exults after its qualification for the 2026 World Cup, the triumphant return of the Leopards to Kinshasa turns into a diplomatic conflict with some European clubs. National celebrations out of time and contrary to FIFA regulations has deprived clubs of their players.

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Football - Mohamed Salah's best option for his future

A few days ago, Mohamed Salah announced his departure from Liverpool, the club he joined in summer 2017. Having become a legend of the Reds, the Egyptian international will turn this page in a few months. What would be his best destination?

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Football - Togo: Wind of renewal and promises for the Patrice Neveu era

Officially named head coach of the national team on 2nd March, Patrice Neveu completed his first international break with an encouraging record (a draw and a victory). Between drastic rejuvenation of the workforce, renewed solidarity and the surprise rebirth of certain talents, Togo seems to have launched its work for the AFCON 2027 under the best auspices.

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Football - Burkina Faso: First steps of Amir Abdou screened

Amir Abdou officially took the reins of the Étalons du Burkina Faso in March 2026, with the clear mission to qualify the team for the AFCON 2027 and to restore ambition to a selection that is looking to regain its former glory. His first two matches, played during the FIFA window against Guinea-Bissau at the Stade du 4-Août, provided a contrasting overview. A sensational entry followed by a more mixed exit. Enough to fuel the debates on the gradual implementation of his style.

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Football - Ghana: Antoine Semenyo facing the challenge of leadership

Antoine Semenyo has been shining for several months on the English turfs. But in the national team, he struggles to take on offensive leadership.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Should we worry about Ghana?

With just over two months to go until the 2026 World Cup, Ghana is progressing through the fog. Beaten repeatedly, deprived of the AFCON 2025 and now without a coach after the dismissal of Otto Addo, the Black Stars approach their preparation in a climate of worrying instability. Between the crisis of results, institutional uncertainty and sporting uncertainties, the question arises with acuity: is Ghana in the process of compromising its World Cup even before having started it?

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FIFA Series 2026: African performances

The FIFA Series took place during the international break in March with 48 teams including 9 African nations. These selections have had mixed fortunes after their two releases around the world.

FIFA WC 2026: Performances of African teams during March break

Apart from DR Congo which played its play-off final and Cape Verde which competed in the FIFA Series, the international break in March was an opportunity for the other eight African countries qualified for the 2026 World Cup, to start with friendly matches the preparation for the tournament which will take place from June 11th to July 19th. And the results are rather encouraging two months before the event.

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At the end of suspense, Tuanzebe sends the DRC to the 2026 World Cup

At the Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico, the DRC achieved its historic performance. March 31, 2026 will be a date engraved in the annals of Congolese football. 52 after that, the Leopards make their comeback at the World Cup. A qualification won after the victory (1-0) against Jamaica in the final of the intercontinental play-offs after extra time. The goal was scored by Axel Tuanzebe, the central defender of Burnley FC.

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AFCON 2027 Organization : Uganda is not on schedule

Coming last month to Uganda to inspect the progress of work for the organization of the African Cup of Nations 2027, the CAF delegation published a salty report. In addition to the pitch and stadium issues, it is all the structural equipment necessary for the organization of the event that is currently lacking, from hotel facilities to the airport through the roads.

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World Cup 2026: DRC - Jamaica seen by fans

DRC faces Jamaica tonight in the final of the 2026 World Cup intercontinental play-offs. This match creates a warm atmosphere among the Congolese fans who are waiting for a return to the World Cup 52 years after the only participation in 1974.

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