Libya/Nigeria: CAF and the Botched Libya-Nigeria Match

[ad_1] The CAF punitive decision holds lessons for all We commend the Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) for safeguarding its integrity by finding Libya liable of a serious breach in the botched AFCON 2025 Match qualifier with Nigeria. The Libya Football Federation (LFF), according to CAF, contravened Article 31 of the Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) Regulations as well as Articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code. CAF then awarded three goals and three points to Nigeria and […]

October 30, 2024

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Nigeria: Ademola Lookman Listed 14th in Ballon d’Or Ranking

[ad_1] Nigeria's nominee, Ademola Lookman, who was listed overall 14th in this year's Ballon d'Or, has said he has never been far away from his Nigerian roots even though he was born in South London and also played for England at various age-grade levels. "I've always been a Nigerian man," he said. Lookman who looked dapper in his black suit at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris, France last night, insisted he has always been in touch with his people. […]

October 30, 2024

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Tanzania: Geita Gold Tops Championship League After Weekend Victory

[ad_1] GEITA Gold are leading the Championship League table, following a narrow 1-0 victory over Mtibwa Sugar at Nyankumbu Stadium on the weekend. With the win, Geita Gold have amassed 14 points from six matches, remaining unbeaten with four wins and two draws, as they aim for a return to the Premier League next season. Their next match is scheduled for next Monday against ninth-placed Polisi Tanzania, also at Nyankumbu Stadium. Mtibwa Sugar trail closely behind with 13 points, having […]

October 30, 2024

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Nigeria/Libya: Nigeria Praises CAF Decision in Controversy Over Libya’s Treatment of Nigerian Footballers

[ad_1] Abuja, Nigeria — Africa's football governing body has sided with Nigeria in that country's dispute with Libya over a canceled qualifying game. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) awarded Nigeria a 3-0 victory over Libya following accusations Libya deliberately breached competition guidelines. Libya's football federation is appealing. The decision by the CAF puts Nigeria at the top of their division, Group D, and in contention for a spot at next year's Africa Cup of Nations, or AFCON, finals, in […]

October 30, 2024

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Sudan: UK Activists Accuse Arsenal F.C. of ‘Sportswashing’ Sudan Over UAE Ties

[ad_1] London — Protestors from London For Sudan and Action For Sudan gathered outside Emirates Stadium during the Arsenal vs. Liverpool match on Sunday, urging Arsenal F.C. to end its sponsorship deal with Emirates Airlines due to the UAE's alleged role in Sudan's escalating humanitarian crisis. In a joint statement released yesterday, London For Sudan and Action For Sudan highlighted the alarming surge in violence in El Gezira, which has escalated following the recent defection of paramilitary Rapid Support Forces […]

October 30, 2024

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East Africa: Reasserting Ethiopia’s Bid to Host Afcon 2029

[ad_1] The fact that Ethiopia has made a serious and official bid to host the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2029 implies that it is committed to fulfilling all the required preconditions and making them a success. It is great news for the millions of devout Ethiopian football fans and for those who want to see their country in the spotlight of not only the African community but also in the larger international arena. Ethiopia is a founding member of […]

October 30, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Bosso CEO Dlodlo Dies

[ad_1] On a dark day for Zimbabwe's biggest football clubs, Dynamos and Highlanders were rocked by the deaths of key figures at the two giants. Earlier in the day, Dynamos lost their former winger and administrator Ernest Kamba before Highlanders were also shocked to find out last night that their chief executive officer Sihlangu Dlodlo had been found dead at his Nketa 9 home in Bulawayo. According to one of his close associates, Allan "Ripper" Mpofu, Dlodlo's lifeless body was […]

October 29, 2024

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Nigeria Football League Faces Fresh Crisis As Startimes Pulls Out of Broadcast Deal

[ad_1] This termination is coming just months after its signing in November 2023. The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has suffered a significant setback as its official broadcast partner, StarTimes, has terminated its five-year deal worth over N1 billion. The termination is coming just months after its signing in November 2023. NPFL Board Chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye declined to comment on the development when contacted by PREMIUM TIMES, stating, "I don't grant interviews over the phone to people I don't know." […]

October 29, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Highlanders CEO Dlodlo Dies Aged 60

[ad_1] Highlanders FC Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sihlangu Dlodlo has died aged 60. Dlodlo was found dead at his Bulawayo residence, Monday evening and police investigations are currently underway. Dlodlo joined Highlanders in April, taking over from Ronald Moyo who resigned in February. Before joining Highlanders, Dlodlo previously worked for Innscor and Lobels as a Marketing Executive and General Manager respectively. More to follow... [ad_2] Source link

October 29, 2024

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