New Zealand Police close case against Cape Verde star Ryan Mendes
Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes will not face criminal charges following a rape allegation made against him, after New Zealand police confirmed that...
What links Leonard Cohen, Amelia Earhart and Graham Nash? The Saturday quiz
From carpals, metacarpals and phalanges to the Valsalva manoeuvre, test your knowledge with the Saturday quiz1 What is unique about the time in...
Barcelona linked with Monza forward Gustavo Varela after nine-goal start
Barcelona have been linked with a move for Portugal and Cape Verde forward Gustavo Varela, who is currently at Monza in Serie A. The 21-year-old...
RS Berkane coach Bubista praises Morocco, describes country as safe and welcoming
Nahdat Berkane coach Bubista has expressed his admiration for Morocco, describing the North African country as a safe destination while...
Ryan Mendes cleared as New Zealand police close investigation
New Zealand police have closed their investigation into allegations involving Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes, confirming that the footballer will...
Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes cleared of rape allegation as woman charged with false statement
New Zealand police dismiss claim of sexual assault at Auckland hotelIncident alleged to have occurred after football friendly in MarchNew Zealand...
Police dismiss rape allegation against Cape Verde's Mendes, charge accuser
New Zealand police dismissed a rape allegation against Cape Verde soccer captain Ryan Mendes and charged the accuser with making a false statement.
New Zealand police close sexual assault case against Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes
New Zealand police have closed their investigation into a sexual assault allegation involving Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes, with the woman who...
Cape Verde name squad for crucial Liberia double-header in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying
Cape Verde have named their squad for a pivotal double-header against Liberia as they attempt to revive their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying...
Cape Verde name squad for crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Liberia
Cape Verde face a decisive double-header against Liberia as they attempt to revive their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. The Blue...
Bounou, Mendy and Egypt's leading goalkeepers nominated for CAF award
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the 10 nominees for the 2026 African Goalkeeper of the Year award, with Morocco, Egypt,...
CAF Awards 2026: Morocco lead a controversial shortlist for Africa's best men's team
CAF has nominated all 10 African nations that represented the continent at the 2026 World Cup for its men's national team of the year award,...
CAF Awards 2026: Morocco leads controversial shortlist for Africa’s national team of the year
The CAF shortlist for Africa’s men’s national team of the year includes all 10 African countries that qualified for the 2026 World Cup, a decision...
Cape Verde name 26-man squad for Liberia double-header AFCON qualifier
Cape Verde have officially announced a 26-man squad for their upcoming double-header against Liberia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers,...
CAF unveils nominees for Goalkeeper of the Year award
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the 10 nominees for the Men's Goalkeeper of the Year award at the 2026 CAF Awards, with...
Black Queens nominated for Womenâs Team of the Year ahead of 2026 CAF Awards
The Black Queens of Ghana have been nominated for the Women Team of the Year ahead of the 2026 CAF Awards in Nigeria.The West African giants were...
Super Falcons lead Nigeria’s four nominations for 2026 CAF Awards
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been shortlisted for the Women’s National Team of the Year award at the 2026 CAF Awards, with the country receiving...
Gustavo Varela: Leipzig linked with Monza striker after nine Serie A goals
Portuguese-Cape Verdean forward Gustavo Varela is reportedly attracting interest from Bundesliga club Leipzig, with the 21-year-old currently...
Gustavo Varela: Leipzig linked with Monza striker after Serie A scoring burst
Portugal and Cape Verde forward Gustavo Varela is reportedly attracting interest from Leipzig, with the 21-year-old currently at Monza in Serie A....
Yamal earns top vote from 13 nations as Ballon d'Or results are revealed
Lamine Yamal was the first choice of journalists from 13 countries in the 2026 Ballon d'Or vote, including three Arab nations, despite finishing...
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha rewarded for remarkable World Cup performances
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha finished sixth in the 2026 Yachine Trophy rankings after collecting 45 points in a voting process that saw two...
Vozinha: From World Cup unknown to one of the world’s top six goalkeepers
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has finished sixth in the 2026 Yachine Trophy rankings after collecting 45 points in a vote that recognised his...
EXCLUSIVE: Record-chasing Nicolas Abot aiming to score in five continents
In an exclusive interview with Flashscore, Nicolas Abot told his story. He is 41 years old, has played for 43 clubs in 14 countries and has already...
Africa Cup of Nations to return to two-year cycle after CAF reversal
The Africa Cup of Nations will be staged every two years after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) executive committee unanimously reversed...
Decision on AFCON two-year cycle will be announced soon, says Patrice Motsepe
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe says a decision on whether the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will return to a...
Dje Tavares extends CD Santa Clara contract until 2031
CD Santa Clara have extended the contract of Cape Verdean midfielder Dje Tavares until 30 June 2031. The 23-year-old joined the Portuguese club in...
Dje Tavares extends CD Santa Clara deal as African football news round-up continues
10:05 – Cape Verde midfielder Dje Tavares has extended his contract with CD Santa Clara until 30 June 2031. The 23-year-old has continued to...
NPFL: Liberia hand maiden call-up to Niger Tornadoes goalkeeper Julu
Liberia has handed an invitation to Niger Tornadoes goalkeeper Derrick Daddy Julu for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying...
Euromatch NPFL: Niger Tornadoes Goalkeeper Julu Earns Liberia Call-Up For Cape Verde Double-Header
Liberia have handed a maiden national team call-up to Niger Tornadoes goalkeeper Derrick Daddy Julu ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations...
Vozinha leads African trio in 2026 Yachine Trophy rankings as Unai Simon wins
Three African goalkeepers have finished in the top 10 of the 2026 Yachine Trophy, with Cape Verde’s Vozinha ranked sixth ahead of Morocco’s Yassine...
Vozinha leads African trio in Yachine Trophy top 10 as Unai Simon wins
Three African goalkeepers have finished among the top 10 in the 2026 Yachine Trophy, with Cape Verde's Vozinha ranked sixth ahead of Morocco's...
Gustavo Varela’s impressive Monza form attracts interest from Napoli and Arsenal
Gustavo Varela has emerged as one of Serie A’s early-season breakthroughs, with Napoli and Arsenal monitoring the Monza forward after a prolific...
Napoli and Arsenal tracking Monza striker Gustavo Varela
Gustavo Varela's outstanding start to the season has attracted interest from Napoli and Arsenal, with the 21-year-old emerging as one of Serie A's...
Arsenal linked with Monza forward Gustavo Varela after Serie A start
Portugal and Cape Verde forward Gustavo Varela is being linked with a move from Monza to Arsenal. The 21-year-old centre-forward joined the Serie A...
Arsenal linked with Monza striker Gustavo Varela after six-goal Serie A start
Gustavo Varela, the Portuguese-Cape Verdean forward at Monza, has been linked with a move to Arsenal in the Premier League. Varela, 21, has scored...
Pico Lopes opens up on ‘mind-blowing’ World Cup reaction and dealing with off-field distractions
The Shamrock Rovers defender lined out for Cape Verde, whose performances were one of the biggest stories of this year’s World Cup.
Benfica linked with Monza striker Gustavo Varela in possible Liga Portugal move
Portugal and Cape Verde forward Gustavo Varela is being linked with a move from Monza to Benfica, with the proposed transfer taking the 21-year-old...
Benfica linked with Monza forward Gustavo Varela
Portuguese and Cape Verdean forward Gustavo Varela is the subject of a transfer rumour linking him with Benfica from Monza, with the proposed move...
Edo Queens ordered to replay WAFU B final against Ampem Darkoa
The CAF Appeal Board has confirmed the annulment of Edo Queens FC’s penalty shootout victory over Ghana’s Ampem Darkoa...
Africa Cup of Nations set for possible return to two-year cycle
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is considering reversing its decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations every four years, with the...
CAF raises funding for African football bodies in major grant increase
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has increased its annual funding for its 54 member associations by 33%, with each organisation now set...
‘We have nothing to envy in Europe’ – Faé challenges Africa to believe in its football potential
Former Ivory Coast coach Emerse Faé has called on African football leaders to give coaches greater stability, patience and resources, saying the...
From World Cup hero to Moroccan league struggles: Bobista faces early Berkane test
Portuguese coach Pedro Brito, popularly known as Bobista, is facing an uncertain start to his spell at Renaissance Berkane after failing to win any...
Africa Cup of Nations 2027 could be moved to Christmas and New Year
The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations could be postponed from the summer to the Christmas and New Year period because of delays in preparations across...
CAF considers U-turn on four-year AFCON plan
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is considering restoring the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to its traditional two-year schedule, just...
Africa Cup of Nations: Two CAF officials reportedly oppose return to biennial tournament
Two members of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) executive committee are reported to have voted against restoring the Africa Cup of...
Mali boss Anthony Da Silva: ‘Attitude is non-negotiable’
Mali manager Anthony Da Silva says no player has a guaranteed place in his squad after a positive first international window, insisting that...
Ange Martial Tia makes instant impact as Mali debut brings two goals and two wins
At 19, Ange Martial Tia has made a remarkable start to international football, scoring in both of his first two appearances for Mali and helping...
“AFCON Could Return to Every Two Years” — Motsepe Reveals CAF Reviewing Controversial Four-Year Tournament Plan
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has revealed that the Africa Cup of Nations could return to its traditional...
CAF reopens debate over biennial Africa Cup of Nations
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Dr Patrice Motsepe says the organisation is reconsidering plans to move the Africa Cup of Nations...
Arsène Wenger Backs African Nation to Win FIFA World Cup
FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger believes an African nation can win the FIFA World Cup, insisting the continent has made...
Infantino strengthens African backing ahead of FIFA presidential election
With fewer than five weeks remaining before nominations close next month, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has strengthened his position in Africa...
Pitso Mosimane responds to Arsene Wenger's Bafana Bafana World Cup feedback - 'Our box entries was especially lacking'
Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane has welcomed the technical feedback provided by former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger following South...
CAF considers return to 2-year AFCON cycle
THE Confederation of African Football (CAF) president, Patrice Motsepe, has said that the organisation is considering moving the Africa Cup of...
African team can win FIFA World Cup – Arsène Wenger
FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger believes an African team has the potential to win the FIFA World Cup, saying the continent...
CAF calls for investment to turn African football progress into lasting success
CAF officials, national team coaches and football experts met in Santa Maria on Sal Island, Cape Verde, from 7 to 9 October to discuss how to...
Mosimane vows to use World Cup analysis to improve Bafana Bafana
Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane says he will undertake a detailed review of the FIFA Technical Study Group's report on the 2026 FIFA World...
Morocco targeting historic World Cup triumph after earning global recognition
Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi says the Atlas Lions are now regarded as genuine contenders to win the World Cup after their impressive run at the...
Patrice Motsepe confirms current term will be his last as CAF president
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has reaffirmed that his current tenure will be his final term in office,...
Patrice Motsepe confirms final term as CAF president
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Dr Patrice Motsepe has once again confirmed that his current tenure will be his final term in...
CAF considers returning AFCON to two-year cycle after Exco meeting in Cape Verde
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has discussed the possibility of returning the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to a two-year cycle...
CAF reconsiders four-year Africa Cup of Nations cycle amid FIFA-UEFA tensions
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is considering reversing its decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations every four years, less than 10...
CAF weighs return to a biennial Africa Cup of Nations amid FIFA-UEFA tensions
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is considering reversing its decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations every four years, less than 10...
Caf considers bringing Africa Cup of Nations back to two-year cycle
Confederation of African Football (Caf) president Patrice Motsepe says the organisation is reviewing its decision to stage the Africa Cup of...
Caf reconsiders four-year Africa Cup of Nations cycle
Confederation of African Football (Caf) is reconsidering its decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations every four years, with president Patrice...
Caf considers returning Africa Cup of Nations to two-year cycle
Caf president Patrice Motsepe says the organisation is reviewing its decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations every four years, raising the...
CAF reconsiders four-year Africa Cup of Nations cycle after financial concerns
Patrice Motsepe says the Confederation of African Football (CAF) is considering a return to staging the Africa Cup of Nations every two years, less...
Mali boss Anthony Da Silva demands discipline and attacking ambition
Mali manager Anthony Da Silva says his side must play on the front foot while maintaining the discipline needed to handle difficult matches. The...
CAF reviews decision to hold Africa Cup of Nations every four years
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is reconsidering its plan to stage the Africa Cup of Nations once every four years, with president...
CAF reconsiders Africa Cup of Nations cycle amid commercial and fixture concerns
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is reviewing its decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations every four years, with president Patrice...
AFCON Format Under Review –Motsepe Signals Potential Return to Biennial Schedule
President of Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe has revealed that the organisation is actively discussing a return to hosting the...
AFCON every two years again as CAF makes surprise U-Turn on tournament calendar
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is considering reversing its decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) every four years, with...
Motsepe challenges Africa to produce a World Cup-winning nation
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe says an African country must win the FIFA World Cup in the future, challenging...
Africa's 54 football associations unanimously back Infantino for 2027 Fifa election
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has secured the unconditional backing of all 54 African football associations for his re-election bid in March...
Africa’s football associations unite behind Infantino for 2027 Fifa election
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has secured the unconditional backing of all 54 African member associations for his re-election bid in March 2027,...
Motsepe insists Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will host 2027 AFCON
CAF president Patrice Motsepe has reaffirmed that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be staged in the PAMOJA region, despite continued reports...
Gianni Infantino pledges more FIFA investment in African football
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has pledged continued investment in African football, saying the world governing body will seek additional funding...
Infantino seeks African backing with FIFA funding pledges ahead of election
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has promised continued investment in African football as he seeks to strengthen support among the continent’s...
Infantino promises continued FIFA investment in Africa ahead of presidential election
Gianni Infantino has sought to strengthen his support among Africa's football associations by promising continued FIFA investment in the continent,...
Motsepe backs Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to host 2027 Africa Cup of Nations
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has reaffirmed that Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will stage the 2027 Africa Cup of...
Africa Is Strongly Behind You –CAF President Assures Infantino
African football president Patrice Motsepe has reiterated his full support for beleaguered FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s upcoming re-election...
In a political speech: Infantino makes campaign promises to the African federations
Gianni Infantino, president of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), met the heads of all 54 African federations in Cape...
Gianni Infantino hails “UNANIMOUS” endorsement from All 54 African FAs
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has received the unanimous backing of all 54 African FIFA Member Associations at the CAF Strategy Conference in...
CAF chief Motsepe points to Morocco as model for Africa's football growth
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has praised Morocco’s football development while calling on other African nations...
Motsepe: African team must win the World Cup
CAF president Patrice Motsepe says an African team must win the World Cup, as he called on the continent to build on the progress made by its...
Motsepe confirms Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will host 2027 Africa Cup of Nations
Patrice Motsepe has reaffirmed that Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda remain the hosts of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, saying the tournament will go...
Motsepe reaffirms Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda as hosts of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations
CAF president Patrice Motsepe has confirmed that Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will remain the hosts of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, despite recent...
African football unites behind Gianni Infantino for 2027 FIFA presidency
CAF president Patrice Motsepe has confirmed the “unanimous and unconditional” support of all 54 African member associations for Gianni Infantino’s...
CAF's 54 member associations unanimously back Gianni Infantino for 2027 FIFA presidency
Patrice Motsepe has confirmed that all 54 CAF member associations will support Gianni Infantino's bid to remain FIFA president at the 2027...
CAF and Africa's 54 federations back Infantino for another FIFA term
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe and the heads of all 54 African football associations have given their...