Ghana learn match officials for must-win AFCON 2027 clash
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Namibian referee Mweshitsama Negongo Naftal to officiate Ghana’s 2027 Africa Cup of...
Namibian referee appointed for Ghana’s crucial 2027 AFCON qualifier against Somalia
Namibian referee Mweshitsama Negongo Naftal has been appointed to take charge of Ghana’s return fixture against Somalia in the qualifying campaign...
CAF names Namibian officiating team for Somalia-Ghana AFCON 2027 qualifier
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed a Namibian officiating team for the TotalEnergies AFCON 2027 Qualifier between Somalia...
Cameroon call up Ryan Fosso after Carlos Baleba withdraws
Cameroon have selected Ryan Fosso to replace Carlos Baleba for their double-header against Namibia after the Manchester United midfielder was ruled...
Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba ruled out of Namibia double-header
Cameroon have suffered a major setback ahead of their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Namibia, with midfielder...
AFCON Q : Cameroon dealt Aboubakar Nagida suspension blow ahead of Namibia clash
Cameroon will be without defender Aboubakar Nagida for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying encounter against Namibia on November 12 after...
Carlos Baleba faces race against time for Cameroon's Namibia qualifiers
Cameroon have been handed a potential injury setback after midfielder Carlos Baleba suffered a suspected hamstring injury during Manchester...
Cameroon dealt Aboubakar Nagida suspension blow ahead of Namibia AFCON qualifiers
Cameroon will be without defender Aboubakar Nagida for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash against Namibia after the...
Carlos Baleba injury puts Cameroon return in doubt
Carlos Baleba could miss Cameroon’s forthcoming African Nations Cup qualifying matches against Namibia after suffering a hamstring injury while...
Carlos Baleba's Cameroon return in doubt after Manchester United injury
Carlos Baleba could miss Cameroon's upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers against Namibia after suffering a hamstring injury while playing...
Carlos Baleba limps off injured ahead of Cameroon’s Namibia double-header
Cameroon have been handed a potential injury setback after midfielder Carlos Baleba was forced off during Manchester United’s Champions League...
Carlos Baleba injury concern for Cameroon before Namibia qualifiers
Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba was forced off injured shortly after half-time while playing for Manchester United against AS Roma in the...
Cameroon set for Namibia double-header in November 2027 AFCON qualifiers
Cameroon will face Namibia twice during the November international break as the Indomitable Lions look to strengthen their position at the top of...
Deon Hotto earns Namibia call-up on his 36th birthday
Orlando Pirates wingback Deon Hotto has been selected for Namibia's squad on the day he turns 36, earning another international opportunity as the...
Cameroon coach Pagou prioritises form and commitment in squad selection
Cameroon coach David Pagou has defended his selection approach ahead of the Indomitable Lions’ double-header against Namibia in the qualifiers for...
African Stars dismiss Gerald Guther after only two matches
Namibian club African Stars have parted company with head coach Gerald Guther less than a month after appointing him. The decision follows a poor...
African Stars sack Gerald Guther after just two matches
African Stars have dismissed head coach Gerald Guther less than a month after appointing him, following a poor start to the season. Guther was in...
African Stars FC part ways with coach Gerald Güther after two games
African Stars FC have parted ways with head coach Gerald Güther after just two matches in charge of the Namibian club. The club announced the...
Mpho Padime becomes Orlando Pirates' fourth-youngest goal scorer
Mpho Padime marked his senior Orlando Pirates arrival by scoring his first goal for the club at the age of 19, moving into fourth place on the...
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Carlos Baleba returns to Cameroon squad for Namibia qualifiers
Manchester United midfielder Carlos Baleba has returned to the Cameroon squad for next month’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Namibia...
Aaron Mbimbe backs David Pagou’s Cameroon squad for Namibia qualifiers
David Pagou has named a 28-player Cameroon squad for the two-match meeting with Namibia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The selection...
Aaron Mbimbe backs David Pagou's Cameroon squad for Namibia qualifiers
David Pagou has named a 28-player Cameroon squad for the double-header against Namibia in the CAN 2027 qualifiers, and former Indomitable Lions...
Cameroon hand Ivan Jordan Nana first-team chance after UNIFFAC success
David Pagou has sprung a surprise by calling up Ivan Jordan Nana for Cameroon’s double-header against Namibia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations...
Ivan Jordan Nana earns surprise Cameroon call-up for Namibia qualifiers
Ivan Jordan Nana has been included in David Pagou's Cameroon squad for the two matches against Namibia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations...
Cameroon recall Carlos Baleba for Namibia qualifiers as five earn first call-ups
Cameroon manager David Pagou has recalled Carlos Baleba for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Namibia, while...
Cameroon recall Carlos Baleba for Namibia qualifiers as five players earn first call-ups
Cameroon manager David Pagou has recalled Carlos Baleba for the two CAN 2027 qualifying matches against Namibia, while Christian Kofane and Karl...
Ouaddou backs Orlando Pirates players to express themselves after African Stars win
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou said his players were entitled to enjoy themselves after the club secured a place in the CAF Champions...
Man United news: Baleba returns to Cameroon squad, Mbeumo also selected
Cameroon manager David Pagou has recalled Carlos Baleba for the AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Namibia, but will have to do without Christian Kofane...
Cameroon hand first call-ups to five players ahead of Namibia double-header
Cameroon head coach David Pagou has handed maiden senior national team call-ups to five players ahead of the Indomitable Lions' double-header...
Cameroon coach David Pagou names squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers in November
Cameroon head coach David Pagou has named his squad for the upcoming double-header against Namibia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers,...
Ouaddou says Orlando Pirates may need sports psychologist for CAF Champions League challenge
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou believes mental strength will be crucial if the club are to challenge for the CAF Champions League...
Orlando Pirates thrash African Stars to book CAF Champions League group-stage place
Orlando Pirates stormed into the CAF Champions League group stage after thrashing Namibia’s African Stars 4-0 in the second leg of their second...
Ouaddou praises Evidence Makgopa after Champions League return
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praised Evidence Makgopa for making the most of his return to action in their 4-0 win over Africa Stars...
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou hails African Stars' demolition in CAF Champions League - 'Credit has to be given to the boys'
The Moroccan tactician has praised his troops for their professional display as the Buccaneers stormed into the Champions League group stages...
African Stars defender Lyema Dopolo feels he belongs on Champions League stage after facing Orlando Pirates
African Stars defender Lyema Dopolo says facing Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League has strengthened his belief that he belongs at the...
Orlando Pirates secure R12m boost with CAF Champions League progress
Orlando Pirates have reached the CAF Champions League group stages after a 5-0 aggregate victory over Namibian champions African Stars, securing an...
Orlando Pirates reach Caf Champions League group stage with 5-0 win over African Stars
Orlando Pirates have secured a place in the Caf Champions League group stage after completing a 5-0 aggregate victory over African Stars of...
Orlando Pirates reach CAF Champions League group stage as Ouaddou targets second star
Orlando Pirates reached the CAF Champions League group stages with a 5-0 aggregate victory over African Stars, giving head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou a...
Ouaddou urges Orlando Pirates to aim higher after Champions League return
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou said he was already demanding more goals even after his side had secured a 4-0 win over African Stars FC to...
Orlando Pirates seal CAF Champions League group-stage place with 4-0 win
Orlando Pirates reached the CAF Champions League group stage after a convincing 4-0 victory over Namibian champions African Stars at Orlando Amstel...
Orlando Pirates reach CAF Champions League group stage with 5-0 win
Orlando Pirates have secured South Africa’s only place in the CAF Champions League group stage after completing a 5-0 aggregate victory over...
Orlando Pirates 4-0 African Stars: 'Simphiwe Masilela is a perfect replacement for Relebohile Mofokeng, Bucs will reach CAF Chamions League final, Please pay for Kaizer Chiefs'
The Sea Robbers welcomed the Namibian side at Orlando Amstel Arema, aiming to right the wrong of last season in the Champions League. The Soweto...
LIVE | Orlando Pirates vs African Stars – CAF Champions League
Orlando Pirates will look to complete the job against Namibia's African Stars when the sides meet at Orlando Amstel Arena on Friday.
African Stars coach Guther demands fearless approach against Orlando Pirates
African Stars coach Gerald Guther says his side must show confidence rather than fear when they face Orlando Pirates in a decisive CAF Champions...
CAF Champions League: African Stars coach Güther backs team to challenge Orlando Pirates
African Stars coach Gerald Güther says his side must show confidence and avoid intimidation as they prepare for a decisive CAF Champions League...
Ouaddou says Orlando Pirates have ‘no nerves' ahead of African Stars tie
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his players are free of nerves as they prepare to face African Stars of Namibia in the second leg...
Orlando Pirates vs African Stars CAF Champions League Match Preview: How to watch, kick-off, venue, squad news, current form and prediction
GOAL brings you all the details on how to watch the Soweto giants take on the Namibian side at the Orlando Amstel Arena. Having secured a 1-0 away...
Orlando Pirates make two changes for African Stars second leg
Orlando Pirates are expected to make two changes for Friday’s CAF Champions League second leg against African Stars, with Oswin Appollis set to...
Ouaddou: Orlando Pirates must deliver Champions League progress for fans
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says the club owe their supporters a strong CAF Champions League campaign after missing out on the group...
Two changes: Orlando Pirates' expected starting 11 vs African Stars
Orlando Pirates are 90 minutes away from the CAF Champions League group stages. Standing in the way are Namibia's African Stars. Here's the...
African Stars ready to face Orlando Pirates without fear, says coach Gerald Guther
African Stars head coach Gerald Guther says his players will not be intimidated when they face Orlando Pirates in Friday night's CAF Champions...
Namibia FA pushes 2026/27 football season to November 7, demands urgent compliance from leagues
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has postponed the start of the 2026/27 football season to November 7, giving leagues across the country a...
Orlando Pirates v African Stars: CAF Champions League return leg to be shown live on SABC 2
Orlando Pirates’ CAF Champions League second leg against African Stars will be broadcast live on SABC 2 on Friday evening, with the Buccaneers...
Orlando Pirates await Kamogelo Sebelebele injury update before African Stars tie
Orlando Pirates are facing the prospect of being without Kamogelo Sebelebele for Friday's CAF Champions League second preliminary round second-leg...
Gavin Hunt aims to help Bradley Grobler break PSL scoring record
Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt says he will do everything he can to help veteran striker Bradley Grobler overtake Peter Shalulile as the...
Orlando Pirates assess Oswin Appollis injury ahead of African Stars return
Orlando Pirates are assessing the condition of winger Oswin Appollis after he missed Saturday's 2-0 CAF Champions League win over African Stars....
CAF Champions League: African Stars coach confident of comeback against Orlando Pirates
African Stars coach Gerald Güther has backed his side to fight back against Orlando Pirates after suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat in the first leg of...
Defiant African Stars warn Orlando Pirates ahead of CAF Champions League second leg - 'We are not down and out'
The Namibian side's head coach Gerald Guther has sent a defiant message to Orlando Pirates, insisting that their CAF Champions League second...
African Stars coach Guther confident Orlando Pirates tie can still be turned around
African Stars coach Gerald Guther insists his side's CAF Champions League second preliminary-round tie against Orlando Pirates remains open despite...
Ouaddou: Chaine is the backbone of Pirates' Champions League challenge
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says goalkeeper Sipho Chaine is a key part of the team's structure as they pursue success in the CAF...
Radiopane absence from Orlando Pirates squad linked to careful workload management
Boitumelo Radiopane was left out of the Orlando Pirates squad for their CAF Champions League meeting with African Stars as head coach Abdeslam...
Ouaddou Explains Why Sipho Chaine Is More Than a Goalkeeper for Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has highlighted Sipho Chaine’s leadership role in his tactical system, explaining why the goalkeeper is...
Orlando Pirates set new PSL record with 21-game unbeaten away run
Orlando Pirates continued their remarkable consistency on the road after securing a narrow 1-0 victory over Namibia's African Stars in the first...
CAF Champions League: Orlando Pirates coach Ouaddou urges focus despite first leg win over African Stars
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou believes his side have taken a major step towards reaching the CAF Champions League group stage after...
Orlando Pirates coach Ouaddou highlights importance of goalkeeper Sipho Chaine
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has explained why goalkeeper Sipho Chaine plays a much bigger role than simply protecting the team's...
Ouaddou backs African Stars chairman after Pirates secure Champions League advantage
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has praised African Stars chairman Salomo Hei's ambition and professionalism after his side claimed a...
Orlando Pirates edge African Stars FC as Abdeslam Ouaddou praises heat preparations
Orlando Pirates took a significant step towards the CAF Champions League group stages with a 1-0 victory over Namibia's African Stars FC at the...
Orlando Pirates claim advantage after African Stars win
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his team are in a strong position to reach the CAF Champions League group stages after a 1-0...
Africans Stars 0-1 Orlando Pirates: 'Favouring Yanela Mbuthuma over Boitumelo Radiopane will cost us; they're playing nonsense, won't win anything this season; far from Mamelodi Sundowns level in the CAF Champions League'
The Soweto giants visited the Namibian side in Botswana in the CAF Champions League second preliminary round. The Sea Robbers secured a hard-fought...
Orlando Pirates boss hails Deon Hotto as an African legend before emotional African Stars reunion
Deon Hotto will face African Stars for the first time since leaving the Namibian club almost 14 years ago, with Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam...
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou hails Deon Hotto ahead of CAF Champions League reunion - 'This kind of player is a model on the continent'
The Sea Robbers' head coach has heaped praise on the 35-year-old defender, labeling the veteran versatile star an 'African legend' as the...
African Stars pair set for Orlando Pirates test in CAF Champions League
Lyema Dopolo and Liam April will draw on their shared experience away from home when African Stars face Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League...
How to watch Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs in CAF competition
Orlando Pirates' CAF Champions League tie against African Stars will be shown live in South Africa, while Kaizer Chiefs' match against Red Arrows...
Orlando Pirates draw on past Champions League disappointment against African Stars
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says last season's failure to reach the CAF Champions League group stage has taught his side how to approach...
Kanalelo: Marumo Gallants move offers coaching environment suited to his methods
Ronnie Kanalelo says joining Marumo Gallants from African Stars was a straightforward decision because South Africa's professional football...
African Stars vs Orlando Pirates CAF Champions League Match Preview: How to watch, kick-off, venue, squad news, current form and prediction
GOAL brings you all the details on how to watch the Namibian side lock horns with the South African champions at the Botswana National Stadium....
Orlando Pirates Face African Stars Test as Oswin Appollis Becomes Injury Doubt
Orlando Pirates will look to take control of their CAF Champions League second preliminary-round tie when they face Namibian champions African...
Orlando Pirates’ CAF Champions League opener to be shown live on SABC 2
South African champions Orlando Pirates will begin their CAF Champions League campaign against Namibian champions African Stars on Saturday, with...
Three changes: Orlando Pirates’ expected starting 11 vs African Stars
Orlando Pirates visit Namibia's African Stars in the CAF Champions League. Here is the expected starting line-up.
Kanalelo ready for Marumo Gallants' tough test against Sundowns
Marumo Gallants coach Ronnie Kanalelo says he is prepared for the pressure of leading the troubled club, despite being handed a difficult Carling...
Orlando Pirates set CAF Champions League group-stage target
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says reaching the CAF Champions League group stages is a key objective this season as his side prepare...
Pirates set sights on CAF Champions League group-stage return
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says qualifying for the CAF Champions League group stages is a major target this season after the club's...
Orlando Pirates set sights on Caf Champions League group stage
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says reaching the Caf Champions League group stages is a major objective this season after his side were...
Orlando Pirates target CAF Champions League group stage, says Ouaddou
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says reaching the CAF Champions League group stages is a major objective for the South African club this...
Orlando Pirates boss Abdeslam Ouaddou targets positive result against African Stars
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his side must return from Botswana with a positive result when they face African Stars in the...
Ouaddou sets Champions League group-stage target for Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says qualifying for the CAF Champions League group stages is a key objective this season after the club’s...
Orlando Pirates set sights on Champions League group-stage return
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says reaching the CAF Champions League group stages is a major target for the club after last season's early...
African Stars v Orlando Pirates: Buccaneers begin Champions League campaign in Namibia clash
Orlando Pirates return to continental competition on Saturday when they face Namibian champions African Stars in the first leg of their CAF...
African Stars face ‘high mountain' against Orlando Pirates, says Ronnie Kanalelo
Former African Stars coach Ronnie Kanalelo says the Namibian champions face a formidable task against Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League,...
Orlando Pirates set sights on CAF Champions League group-stage place
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his side are determined to reach the CAF Champions League group stages after being knocked out at the...