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2026 FIFA World Cup: Ghorbal appointed for Mexico vs Ecuador
2+ hour ago (136+ words) Algerian referees will once again be involved in a major fixture at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as FIFA has officially appointed Mustapha Ghorbal as the fourth official for the clash between Mexico and Ecuador. The match will be officiated by…...
Jimmy Kintu appointed URA head coach - Africa Top Sports - #1 African Sports News
3+ hour, 5+ min ago (164+ words) Former immediate Express coach Jimmy Kintu has been appointed by URA as their head coach replacing Hussein Mbalangu whose contract wasn't renewed. The four-time league champions had their worst season in history finishing 11th'on the premier league table with 31 points…...
2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: Canada Edge Cagey First Half Against South Africa in Round of 16 Decider - Africa Top Sports - #1 African Sports News
19+ hour, 11+ min ago (230+ words) Canada carried the greater attacking threat in a tightly contested first half but were unable to find a breakthrough as they went into the interval locked at 0-0 with South Africa in a crucial FIFA World Cup clash, with a place…...
2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: Eust'quio's Stoppage-Time Strike Sends Canada into Round of 16, Ends South Africa's World Cup Dream - Africa Top Sports - #1 African Sports News
17+ hour, 58+ min ago (254+ words) Canada snatched a dramatic late victory over South Africa to become the first team to book a place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with Stephen Eust'quio's stoppage-time winner sealing a hard-fought 1-0 triumph in the opening Round of 32 clash....
2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: South Africa and Canada confirmed lineups as Round of 32 Gets Underway - Africa Top Sports - #1 African Sports News
20+ hour, 21+ min ago (267+ words) The knockout phase of the ongoing FIFA World Cup begins in earnest as South Africa and Canada become the first teams to battle for a place in the Round of 16, with both coaches making a handful of changes to their…...
2026 FIFA World Cup: South Africa ready to face Canada " Hugo Broos - Africa Top Sports - #1 African Sports News
21+ hour, 18+ min ago (328+ words) The stage is set for an epic showdown when Bafana Bafana face Canada at the Los Angeles Stadium in a highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup second round clash that will attract eyeballs from across the globe on Sunday. The South…...
2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: Africa Top Sports Unveils Best XI of the World Cup Group Stage - Africa Top Sports - #1 African Sports News
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (254+ words) Africa Top Sports has unveiled its Best XI of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, lining up the continent's standout performers in an attacking 4-3-3 formation after a thrilling opening phase of the tournament. Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha takes his place…...
2026 FIFA WORLD CUP: Mahrez Hails Algeria's Spirit After Dramatic Draw Secures World Cup Knockout Spot - Africa Top Sports - #1 African Sports News
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (177+ words) Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez praised his teammates" determination after the Desert Foxes battled to an exhilarating 3-3 draw with Austria to book their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32. Needing only a point to qualify, Algeria showed resilience throughout…...
2026 FIFA World Cup: Africa Roars into the Knockout Stage Nine Teams Reach Historic Round of 32
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (527+ words) African football has reached a new milestone at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with nine nations progressing to the Round of 32 after the conclusion of the group stage'the continent's best-ever performance at the global tournament. Only Tunisia failed to qualify, while…...
FUFA President reaffirms commitment to women's football after Teen Cranes' CECAFA triumph - Africa Top Sports - #1 African Sports News
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (562+ words) FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim has reaffirmed the federation's long-term commitment to women's football development following the Uganda U-17 Women's National Team's triumph at the CECAFA U-17 Women's Championship 2026. Speaking during a luncheon held in honour of the Teen Cranes, Hon....