Football

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey faces multiple rape and sexual assault charges in the United Kingdom—allegations that not only jeopardise his professional career but also threaten the Ghana national team’s prospects ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations and 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Partey, a key figure for both club and country, now finds…

Head coach of Accra Hearts of Oak, Mas-Ud Didi Dramani, has expressed strong dissatisfaction over the scheduling of high-profile football fixtures during the off-season, warning that such matches pose a serious risk to players’ physical and mental well-being. The experienced coach emphasised that the off-season should be reserved for…

Senegal laid down a marker in Group A of the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a commanding 4-0 win over the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday in Mohammedia. A brace each by Mama Diop and Nguenar Ndiaye in the first half helped the Lionesses of Teranga to the emphatic victory in their first match of this year's…

Nigeria began their bid for another TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title with a dominant 3-0 win over Tunisia in Group B on Sunday at Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca. The Super Falcons showed their intent from the outset, with Asisat Oshoala opening the scoring in the fourth minute with a powerful header after Omorinsola…

Saudi Arabian giants Al Ahli have reportedly opened negotiations to sign Lionel Messi, with a deal eyed for December, according to L’Équipe. The 36-year-old Argentine icon, currently playing for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer, is said to be attracting serious interest from the Saudi Pro League once again, following…

Nigerian international Rinsola Babajide delivered one of the most emotional moments of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) so far, honouring late Portuguese star Diogo Jota with a heartfelt goal celebration during Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Tunisia. Babajide, who plays her club football for…