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4 weeks ago
Social justice

The Belgian who fell in love with African football

Tom Saintfiet is passionate about leading African nations to World Cup success, believing they can compete against football's elite with the right approach. [ more ]
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1 month ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Former African football boss Hayatou dies aged 77

Issa Hayatou, former CAF president and FIFA executive, passed away at 77 after a significant career in African football and sports administration. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
8 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

The journeyman French coach is fast becoming an endangered species in Africa | Jonathan Wilson

African football federations have often hired European coaches to increase their salary and benefit financially.
The Africa Cup of Nations has seen a decrease in the proportion of French coaches, indicating a wind of change in the continent. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Caf set to break even after 'toxic' past - secretary general

The Confederation of African Football will be debt-free next year due to improved governance under Patrice Motsepe's leadership. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Africa Cup of Nations has been clobbered by Fifa's unwanted Club World Cup | Jonathan Wilson

The 2025 Cup of Nations will kick-off in December 2025, breaking the cycle of delays due to various reasons, mainly caused by Fifa's influence on football calendars. [ more ]
PlanetSportcom
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Africa Cup of Nations schedule set to clash with Premier League

Morocco's AFCON 2025 moved due to scheduling conflicts with FIFA events. [ more ]
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