Leeds linked with NEOM midfielder Amadou Kone in transfer rumour

Amadou Kone, the Ivorian-Malian midfielder at Saudi Pro League side NEOM SC, has been linked with a move to Leeds. The 21-year-old defensive...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 31

Eric Chelle Watches Flying Eagles Thrash Togo, Steps Up Search for Future Super Eagles Stars

Nigeria head coach Éric Chelle was in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire to watch Nigeria’s Flying Eagles cruise to a convincing 3-0 victory over Togo at...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG Jul 31

Mali star Mamadou Sangare set for record-breaking Brentford move

Malian international Mamadou Sangare is on the brink of completing a blockbuster move to the English Premier League, with Brentford closing in on...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 31

Brentford agree club-record £41m deal for Mali star Mamadou Sangare

Brentford have reached a verbal agreement with RC Lens to sign Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangare in a deal worth around £41m. Sangare is scheduled to...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 31

Cameroon beat Mali in WAFCON

Ngah Manga struck twice as Cameroon claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Mali in an entertaining CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Group D...
GHANAIAN TIMES Jul 31

Malian youngster Nuhu Fofana targets Barça breakthrough after new deal

Spanish-Malian forward Nuhu Fofana has committed his future to FC Barcelona after signing a contract extension until 2030, with the 18-year-old...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 31

Mamadou Sangare nears Brentford switch as Lens midfielder heads for Premier League move

Mamadou Sangare is on the brink of a move to Brentford, with the RC Lens midfielder having left the club's pre-season training camp as talks over a...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 30

Mamadou Sangare closes in on Brentford move as Lens accept €48m offer

Mamadou Sangare is on the verge of joining Brentford after Racing Club de Lens received a €48m offer from the Premier League club, according to...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 30

Lens step up move for ‘Algerian Verratti’ Titraoui as Sangare closes on record Brentford switch

Lens are in advanced talks to sign Charleroi midfielder Yacine Titraoui, as the French club prepare for the likely record sale of Mali...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 30

Coli Saco linked with surprise Napoli exit as Riga eye midfield deal

Franco-Malian midfielder Coli Saco, currently on the books at Napoli, is being linked with a move to Latvian champions Riga in the Virsliga. The...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 30

Coli Saco: Napoli's Franco-Malian midfielder linked with move to Riga FC

Coli Saco, the Franco-Malian central midfielder currently on the books of Napoli, is being linked with a move to Latvian champions Riga FC in the...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 30

Mali forward Moussa Sidibe seals move to Bhayangkara FC after Johor DT exit

Mali winger Moussa Sidibe has joined Indonesian side Bhayangkara FC on a free transfer from Johor DT. The 31-year-old right-sided attacker, whose...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 30

Mali winger Moussa Sidibe joins Bhayangkara FC on free transfer from Johor DT

Mali winger Moussa Sidibe has joined Indonesian side Bhayangkara FC on a free transfer from Johor DT. The 31-year-old right winger moves within...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 30

Mariko leaves Orlando Pirates for permanent Orbit College switch in PSL shake-up

Abdoulaye Mariko has left Orlando Pirates on a permanent basis to rejoin Orbit College FC, ending his brief and largely frustrating spell with the...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 30

Brentford set to smash transfer record for Mali midfielder Sangaré

Mali international Mamadou Sangaré has left RC Lens’ squad in Italy as he moves closer to completing a record-breaking transfer to Premier League...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 30

WAFCON 2026: Ghana cruise past Cape Verde as Cameroon edge Mali in thrilling Group D opener

Both victories leave Ghana and Cameroon level on three points ahead of a mouthwatering clash between the two African heavyweights in the second...
PREMIUM TIMES Jul 30

Malian midfielder Youssou Coulibaly nears Club Athlétique Bizertin move

Malian midfielder Youssou Coulibaly is close to completing a move to Tunisian top-flight side Club Athlétique Bizertin as he prepares for a new...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 30

WAFCON 2026: Cameroon overcome Mali in pulsating Group D clash

Cameroon made a winning start to their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign after Ngah Manga scored twice in a hard-fought 2-1...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 30

Brentford on cusp of obliterating transfer record for £41m Malian star despite Liverpool, Chelsea and Man Utd interest

Brentford are closing in on the biggest signing in their history after agreeing to land Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangare in a transfer obliterating...
TEAMTALK Jul 30

WAFCON 2026: Manga Stars as Cameroon Pip Mali in Group D Encounter

By Aamaechi Agbo Ngah Manga struck twice as Cameroon claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Mali in an entertaining Women’s Africa Cup of Nations...
BESTCHOICESPORTS.COM.NG Jul 30

WAFCON 2026: Cameroon edge Mali in thrilling encounter thanks to Manga double

Ngah Manga scored twice as Cameroon began their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Mali in an...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Women’s AFCON 2026: Cameroon begin campaign with hard-fought victory over Mali

Cameroon made a winning start to their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign by defeating Mali 2-1 in a closely contested Group D encounter...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Ngah Manga brace earns Cameroon opening Women's Afcon victory over Mali

Cameroon began their CAN Feminine 2026 (Women's Africa Cup of Nations) campaign with a 2-1 win against Mali in Casablanca, as Marie Gisele Ngah...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

CAN Féminine 2026 : Ngah Manga offre une victoire importante au Cameroun

Le Cameroun a réussi son entrée dans cette CAN Féminine 2026. Au Stade Larbi Zaouli de Casablanca, les Lionnes Indomptables se sont imposées 2-1...
BOSTONUNITED.CO.UK Jul 29

Ngah Manga double fires Cameroon to opening win over Mali at Women’s Afcon 2026

Cameroon began their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 campaign with a 2-1 victory over Mali in Casablanca, as Marie Gisele Ngah Manga struck...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

WAFCON 2026: Ghana’s next opponent Cameroon overcome Mali in 2-1 victory

Cameroon made a winning start to their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign on Wednesday night, beating Mali 2-1 in a...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Jul 29

WAFCON 2026: Ghanaâ??s next opponent Cameroon overcome Mali in 2-1 victory

Cameroon made a winning start to their 2026 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign on Wednesday night, beating Mali 2-1 in a thrilling...
GHHEADLINES Jul 29

Ngah Manga strikes early as Cameroon edge ahead of Mali at 2026 Women's AFCON

Cameroon took an early lead against Mali in their opening match at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday, with Marie Gisele Ngah...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Ngah Manga fires early opener as Cameroon seize control against Mali at Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026

Cameroon’s Marie Gisele Ngah Manga struck in the 14th minute to give the Indomitable Lionesses an early lead over Mali in their opening match of...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Cameroon and Mali level at half-time in Women's Afcon 2026 group clash

Cameroon and Mali went into the break locked at 1-1 in their opening match of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, after an eventful first half...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Cameroon pegged back by Mali in lively Women’s Africa Cup of Nations opener

Cameroon and Mali went into half-time level at 1-1 in their opening match of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, after an intense first period...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Mali’s Aissata Traore earns draw from the spot against Cameroon at Women’s AFCON 2026

Mali forward Aissata Traore drew her side level from the penalty spot against Cameroon in the 30th minute on Wednesday, as the two teams began...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Mali level through Aissata Traore penalty in Women's AFCON clash with Cameroon

Mali hit back to draw level with Cameroon at 1-1 thanks to a first-half penalty from Aissata Traore in their opening match at the CAN Feminine 2026...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

El Bilal Toure transfer news: Parma weigh move for Atalanta winger in Serie A deal

Parma are exploring a move for Mali and Ivory Coast winger El Bilal Toure from Atalanta as they look to add attacking depth ahead of the new Serie...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

El Bilal Toure: Parma eye move for Atalanta winger in Serie A switch

Mali and Ivory Coast winger El Bilal Toure of Atalanta is being linked with a move to fellow Serie A side Parma as the newly returned top-flight...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

El Bilal Toure attracting Marseille interest in potential Atalanta exit

Marseille are exploring a move for Mali and Ivory Coast winger El Bilal Toure from Atalanta as they look to reinforce their attack for the new...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

El Bilal Toure: Marseille linked with move for Atalanta winger

El Bilal Toure, the Mali and Ivory Coast international currently at Atalanta, is being linked with a summer move to Ligue 1 side Marseille. The...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Famoussa Kanoute seals switch to Arandina as Malian midfielder signs on free transfer

Malian midfielder Famoussa Kanoute has joined Spanish side Arandina on a free transfer from CD Mostoles, signing a deal until 30 June 2027. The...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Famoussa Kanoute: Malian midfielder joins Arandina on free transfer from CD Mostoles

Arandina have added Mali midfielder Famoussa Kanoute to their squad, signing the central midfielder on a free transfer from CD Mostoles. The...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Bakary Diawara: Franco-Malian-Ivorian centre-back moves to LB Chateauroux on free transfer from Auda

LB Chateauroux have signed Ivorian-Malian defender Bakary Diawara from Latvian side Auda on a free transfer. The 22-year-old centre-back joins the...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Bakary Diawara: Ivorian-Malian defender joins LB Chateauroux on free transfer from Auda

Ivorian-Malian centre-back Bakary Diawara has joined French club LB Chateauroux on a free transfer from Latvian side Auda. The 22-year-old...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Cameroon v Mali: Team line-ups confirmed for Women's AFCON 2026 group clash in Casablanca

Cameroon and Mali have announced their starting XIs for their opening match at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, with both coaches naming...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Cameroon and Mali name starting line-ups for 2026 Women’s AFCON opener in Casablanca

Cameroon and Mali have confirmed their starting XIs for their opening match at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, with kick-off imminent at...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Moussa Djenepo: Mali winger emerges as option for Panetolikos move

Moussa Djenepo, the Mali winger currently without a club after leaving Esteghlal, is being linked with a move to Greek Super League 1 side...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Moussa Djenepo: Mali winger linked with Panetolikos move after Esteghlal exit

Moussa Djenepo, the Mali left winger currently without a club after leaving Esteghlal FC, is being linked with a move to Greek Super League 1 side...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Cameroon poised to blend youth and experience as Mali await in Women's AFCON 2026 opener

Cameroon are expected to lean on a mix of seasoned internationals and emerging talent when they launch their Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Cameroon v Mali: Probable line-ups as rivals launch Women’s AFCON 2026 campaigns

Cameroon and Mali are set to begin their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 campaigns on Wednesday, with both coaches expected to blend youth and...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Mamadou Sangare: Brentford prep bid for Jordan Henderson replacement after Chelsea move agreed

Bees set sights on Mali international after veteran midfielder terminated contract
EVENING STANDARD Jul 29

Brentford on verge of €48m swoop for Mali midfield star Mamadou Sangare

Brentford are closing in on a €48 million deal to sign RC Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangare, with negotiations between the two clubs now at an...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

WAFCON 2026: Cameroon forward Gabrielle Aboudi Onguene fires stern warning ahead of Mali opener

The Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon forward Gabrielle Aboudi Onguene has expressed pride and determination ahead of their 2026 Women's African...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Brentford lead race for Mali star Mamadou Sangare

Mali international midfielder Mamadou Sangare could be heading to the Premier League this summer, with Brentford reportedly in pole position to...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

WAFCON 2026: Cameroon refuses favourites tag ahead of Mali opener

Cameroon women's team coordinator, Dimitri Lipoff has played down expectations ahead of the Indomitable Lionesses' opening fixture at the Women's...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

WAFCON 2026: Cameroon, Mali lead Francophone charge in Group D battle

Francophone Africa takes centre stage at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday as Cameroon and Mali begin their campaigns in Group D....
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Cameroon v Mali at Women’s Afcon 2026: TV channel and kick-off time confirmed

Cameroon begin their return to the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday night against Mali in Casablanca, with kick-off set for 22:00 in...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Cameroon face Mali in Casablanca as Women's Afcon 2026 campaign kicks off – how to watch and UK times

Cameroon and Mali begin their Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026 campaigns on Wednesday, facing each other in Casablanca in their opening group...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Brentford step up move for Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangare as Crystal Palace enter race

Brentford are in advanced talks with RC Lens over a deal for Mali international Mamadou Sangare, with negotiations centring on a fee in the region...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

WAFCON 2026: I believe my players will deliver against Cape Verde - Kim Lars Björkegren

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has expressed confidence in his squad ahead of Ghana’s opening fixture at the 2026 CAF...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Jul 29

Mamadou Sangare: Brentford exploring deal for Mali and Lens midfielder

Mamadou Sangare, the Mali international midfielder currently at Lens, is being linked with a move to Premier League side Brentford as the English...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 29

Mamadou Sangare: Brentford eye move for Mali and Lens midfielder in potential €40m deal

Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangare of Lens is being monitored by Brentford as the Premier League club weigh up a move for the 24-year-old central...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 29

Crystal Palace eye AC Milan midfielder Youssouf Fofana in potential Premier League swoop

Crystal Palace are considering a move for France and Mali midfielder Youssouf Fofana from AC Milan as they explore options to strengthen their...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 28

Youssouf Fofana: Crystal Palace linked with move for AC Milan and France midfielder

Youssouf Fofana, the France and Mali international currently at AC Milan, has been linked with a move to Premier League side Crystal Palace. The...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 28

Licata snap up Malian midfielder Aboubacar Sidibe on free transfer

Malian midfielder Aboubacar Sidibe has joined Italian Serie D side Licata on a free transfer after a short spell without a club. The 26-year-old...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 28

Aboubacar Sidibe: Mali midfielder joins Licata after spell as free agent

Mali midfielder Aboubacar Sidibe has joined Italian Serie D side Licata on a deal running until 30 June 2027. The 26-year-old central midfielder...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 28

Crystal Palace line up move for AC Milan midfielder Youssouf Fofana

Crystal Palace have identified AC Milan midfielder Youssouf Fofana as a leading target to strengthen their midfield before the new season,...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 28

Cameroon W v Mali W: Key battle as Group rivals meet on 29 July in WAFCON qualifying clash

Cameroon Women face Mali Women on 29 July at 20:00 (GMT) in a crucial international women's football fixture that could shape their paths in the...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 27

Niger confirms joint 2032 AFCON bid after coach Zaki exit

The Nigerien Football Federation (FENIFOOT) has confirmed that Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali are working together on a joint bid to host the 2032...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 27

Cameroon W - Mali W predictions

Cameroon W vs Mali W prediction and preview for this Women's AFCON match on 29/07/2026 from our Football experts. Betting tips, lineup, stats and...
SPORTYTRADER Jul 27

Kalilou Traore: Ex-Wydad and Mali midfielder killed in road accident aged 38

Former Mali international Kalilou Traore, who previously played for Wydad Casablanca, has died at the age of 38 following a road traffic accident,...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 27

Kalilou Traore: Former Wydad and Mali midfielder dies aged 38 after road accident

Former Mali international Kalilou Traore, who played for Wydad Athletic Club and a series of European sides, has died aged 38 following a car...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 27

Kalilou Traore: Former Wydad and Mali midfielder dies in car accident aged 38

Former Wydad Athletic Club midfielder Kalilou Traore, who won 17 caps for Mali, has died at the age of 38 following a car accident, sending...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG Jul 27

Shock at Wydad: former club player dies aged 38

Morocco's Wydad Athletic Club and its supporters have received a painful shock following the death of former Mali international Kalilou Traoré, a...
GOAL.COM Jul 27

Women's AFCON 2026: Recalled quartet out to make impact at expanded finals

Four teams handed a late reprieve for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations are preparing to prove they belong at the tournament, after being...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 27

Four reprieved nations out to justify place at expanded 2026 Women’s AFCON

The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, the first edition to feature 16 teams, has handed a second chance to four sides brought back from...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 27

Adama Ballo: Mali centre-back seals switch to Al-Hedod SC from Al-Ramadi

Mali defender Adama Ballo has joined Iraqi side Al-Hedod SC from Al-Ramadi, strengthening the Baghdad club’s options at centre-back ahead of the...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 27

Adama Ballo: Mali defender joins Al-Hedod SC from Al-Ramadi in Iraq Stars League move

Mali centre-back Adama Ballo has joined Al-Hedod SC from fellow Iraqi side Al-Ramadi, strengthening the Baghdad club's defensive options ahead of...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 27

Alimami Gory: Paris FC winger attracting interest from Saudi Pro League side Abha

France-Mali winger Alimami Gory of Paris FC is being linked with a move to Saudi Pro League club Abha as the 29-year-old considers his next step...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 27

Alimami Gory: Paris FC winger linked with Saudi Pro League side Abha move

France-Mali winger Alimami Gory of Paris FC is being linked with a move to Saudi Pro League club Abha as the 29-year-old enters the final year of...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 27

He previously played for Wydad: tragic passing of former Mali star

The French club Sochaux-Montbéliard announced on Sunday evening the death of its former player Kalilou Traoré, who lost his life in a horrific...
GOAL.COM Jul 26

Marseille reward Mali's Nouhoum Kamissoko with new long-term contract

French Ligue 1 giants Olympique Marseille have reaffirmed their faith in Malian midfielder Nouhoum Kamissoko by handing the promising youngster a...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 26

AFCON Legend Kalilou Traoré dies aged 38 after reported accident

Former Mali international Kalilou Traoré has died at the age of 38, with French club Sochaux confirming the news in a tribute shared on social...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 26

Kalilou Traoré dies aged 38 as former Mali international is remembered

Former Mali international Kalilou Traoré has died at the age of 38, with French club FC Sochaux-Montbéliard confirming the news in a tribute...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 26

Check out full groups of 2026 WAFCON

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed the full group-stage draw for the 2026 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 26

Mali’s Aliou Dieng scores stunning Valencia debut goal despite Castellón defeat

Malian midfielder Aliou Dieng made an instant impression on his Valencia debut by scoring a spectacular late goal in a 2-1 pre-season defeat...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 26

Palmeiras sign highly-rated Malian youngster Tiecoura Konaté

Malian youth international Tiecoura Konaté has completed a transfer from Africa Foot Academy in Bamako to Brazilian powerhouse Palmeiras, marking...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 26

Black Queens confirm squad numbers ahead of WAFCON 2026 campaign

The Black Queens have officially confirmed their squad numbers for the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as Ghana prepares to begin...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Jul 25

Mali midfielder Makan Samabaly seals move to Al-Hedod SC from Al-Nasiriyah FC

Mali defensive midfielder Makan Samabaly has joined Iraqi side Al-Hedod SC from league rivals Al-Nasiriyah FC. The 31-year-old, who plays primarily...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 25

Makan Samabaly: Mali midfielder joins Al-Hedod SC from Al-Nasiriyah FC

Mali midfielder Makan Samabaly has joined Iraqi side Al-Hedod SC from Al-Nasiriyah FC, strengthening the Baghdad club's options in defensive...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 25

Sory Diarra backed for Hajduk Split switch as Mali striker impresses at Haugesund

Mali centre-forward Sory Diarra of Haugesund is being linked with a move to Croatian side Hajduk Split after a prolific start to the OBOS-ligaen...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jul 25

Sory Diarra: Mali forward at Haugesund linked with Hajduk Split move

Mali striker Sory Diarra of Haugesund is attracting interest from Croatian side Hajduk Split, with the SuperSport HNL club monitoring a potential...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jul 25
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