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Dans un vestiaire sombre, un casier ouvert au centre montre une protection de tibia et des crampons, devant un banc en bois.AFCON & CAFAfrik-FootAlgeria: Hemdani gives update on Khalis Merah and Yanis MassolinBrahim Hemdani spoke on Thursday about the cases of dual nationals Khalis Merah and Yanis Massolin. The two players are not in the squad to face Togo.The Algerian coach confirmed in a press conference that talks with the two young talents are progressing. Merah and Massolin are being courted by other national teams, but Algeria remains in a strong position.
Un schéma de sélection sénégalaise : un tableau tactique posé sur un terrain dessiné, des maillots alignés dont une case vide, et un trajet pointillé vers une épingle de stade.AFCON & CAFSadio Mané: an international retirement that doesn't say its name?For the second time in a row, Sadio Mané is absent from Senegal's squad. This repeated absence raises questions about his future with the national team, as Patrick Vieira answered questions this Thursday.Sur un fond papier, une table de salle de presse porte une feuille de sélection vierge, un stylo et un sac d'équipement ouvert devant des casiers de vestiaire.AFCON & CAFSenegal: Vieira's squad without Mané or Gana Gueye, with three big surprisesPatrick Vieira unveiled his second squad as Senegal head coach on Thursday. It is marked by the absence of key players like Sadio Mané and Idrissa Gana Gueye, as well as unexpected choices.Deux joueurs en silhouettes plates se disputent le ballon près de la ligne de touche, sur un fond de papier chaud.TransfersReal Madrid: Morocco Ready to Support Brahim DíazBrahim Díaz is struggling to establish himself at Real Madrid with only 242 minutes played this season. Moroccan coach Mohamed Ouahbi assures that the Atlas Lions remain mobilized for him.Un schéma tactique présente la sélection malgache face à la Guinée-Bissau, avec un parcours pointillé vers un stade encore non précisé.MadagascarCAN 2027: The Barea squad for the double clash against Guinea-BissauThe Barea coaching staff has unveiled the list of players selected for the 3rd and 4th matchdays of the CAN 2027 qualifiers. Madagascar faces Guinea-Bissau in a decisive double header.Une tribune du Stade de Reims remplie de supporters en silhouettes, levant des écharpes, jouant du tambour et déployant des banderoles sans texte.TransfersMali: Seydou Dembélé, Reims' Gem, Called Up to U23 for the First TimeSeydou Dembélé, 18, joins the Mali U23 national team. The Stade de Reims attacking midfielder had turned down Chelsea and FC Barcelona to make his mark in Ligue 2.Dans un hall d’aéroport de la CAF, une voiture d’équipe est garée sous le terminal, devant des tourniquets et des barrières de sécurité qui occupent tout le cadre.Africa2026 African Ballon d'Or: Three Players Overlooked by CAFCAF has unveiled the ten nominees for the 2026 African Ballon d'Or. But several deserving players have been left out, according to observers.Sur un fond uni, un emblème centré et symétrique montre un ballon de football encadré par deux fanions de corner croisés, comme un sceau exclusions.AfricaMorocco: Ouahbi explains Amine Harit's absenceDespite his good form at Marseille, Amine Harit remains overlooked by the Moroccan coach. Mohamed Ouahbi had to justify himself three times.Une tribune de stade algérien s Sequelize de bout en bout, remplie de supporters aux silhouettes plates qui lèvent des écharpes, des banderoles sans texte et plusieurs tambours.AfricaAlgeria: Gustavo Poyet confirms he was approached by the FAFGustavo Poyet reveals he almost became Algeria's national team coach. The Uruguayan was enthusiastic, but the job ultimately went to Brahim Hemdani.Un grand tableau tactique sombre montre un terrain dessiné, des maillots d’attaquants et un trajet pointillé menant à une épingle de stade.AfricaMorocco: Ouahbi justifies the surprise return of En-NesyriMorocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi explained why he recalled Youssef En-Nesyri for the matches against Niger. The forward had been absent since his arrival.Un crampon unique, couvert de boue, planté dans la boue épaisse d'un terrain d'entraînement, cadré en gros plan sur un fond uni.AfricaCarlos Baleba risks a year without selection after injuryCameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba could miss the match against Namibia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. If he withdraws, he would spend a year without playing for the Indomitable Lions.Dix maillots alignés sur des cintres, motif répété sur un fond bicolore aplat.AfricaCAF Awards 2026: Regragui and Thiaw Nominated, but Another Favorite EmergesWalid Regragui and Pape Thiaw are among the ten nominees for Coach of the Year. But neither is the favorite.Sur un fond papier, un grand emblème circulaire rappelle un ballon de football et deux poteaux croisés, entouré de dix petits poinçons évoquant les nommés.Africa2026 African Ballon d'Or: The 10 Nominees Revealed, Controversy Over AbsencesCAF released the list of ten contenders for the 2026 African Ballon d'Or this Wednesday. Three Moroccans and three Senegalese are included, but the absences of Ibrahim Maza and Yan Diomandé are already sparking debate.Dans un vestiaire marocain, un sac ouvert, des vêtements d’entraînement, des crampons et un registre reposent sur le banc, évoquant la sélection du Maroc avant ses matchs contre le Niger.AfricaMorocco: Four returns and the Oufkir surprise in Ouahbi's squadMohamed Ouahbi has unveiled a 26-player squad for the double-header against Niger in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Four key players return and a new face appears.Un tableau tactique posé sur un terrain de football dessiné relie dix maillots à des lignes de vote menant vers un repère de stade, tandis qu’une voie écartée s’efface.AfricaCAF Awards 2026: Morocco favorite for best national team title, controversial shortlistCAF has selected the ten African teams from the 2026 World Cup for the men's national team of the year award. A choice deemed too restrictive, ignoring performances in continental competitions.Un hall de conférenceAfrican doré accueille un podium, trois chaises de finalistes, des micros et une urne de vote.AfricaCAF Awards 2026: Bouaddi, Maza and Diomandé in the running for best young playerCAF has unveiled the ten nominees for the 2026 African Young Player of the Year award. Ayyoub Bouaddi, Yan Diomandé and Ibrahim Maza are among the favorites.Trois maillots de football sans nom ni numéro pendent sur un fil sous une tente, répétés de part et d'autre sur un fond papier.AfricaCAF Awards 2026: Bouaddi, Maza or Diomande, Favorites Among the Youngsters?CAF has unveiled the ten candidates for the Best Young African Player award. Three names stand out: Ayyoub Bouaddi, Ibrahim Maza, and Yan Diomande.Deux jeunes joueurs algériens émergent du tunnel et observent un duel de jeu au loin sur le terrain.AfricaAlgeria U17: French international joins Karim Ziani ahead of clash with MoroccoRylès Trouba, a promising Le Havre player who played for France U16, strengthens Algeria U17. He joins Karim Ziani ahead of the decisive UNAF tournament against Morocco.Dans un vestiaire réel, un banc et une table occupent la scène ; une tenue abandonnée sur le banc symbolise le forfait libyen qui bouleverse les éliminatoires.AfricaU17 AFCON: Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia… Another shake-up in the UNAF zone qualifiers!The qualifiers for the 2027 U17 AFCON in North Africa have taken another twist. After Libya's withdrawal, the schedule has been revised.Cinq silhouettes plates disputent un ballon de la tête sur le pelouse bicolore du stade d’Alger, dans la surface de réparation.AFCON & CAFAlgeria: Petkovic's sacking cost the FAF a fortuneVladimir Petkovic's departure from the Algerian national team is costing much more than expected. The compensation paid to the Bosnian coach is said to be several million euros.Sur le sol sombre d’un vestiaire, un gant de gardien, une serviette pliée et une trousse médicale reposent ensemble près du banc et des casiers.AfricaLike Owono, three African footballers involved in a fatal tragedyEquatorial Guinea goalkeeper Jesús Owono is involved in a fatal accident. He joins a sad list of African players who have faced such a tragedy.Le public d’un stade de Dakar célèbre la performance des Makis Ladies, levant des écharpes, battant des tambours et brandissant des banderoles sans texte.MadagascarMakis Ladies U18: A Historic Bronze Medal in DakarThe Makis Ladies 7's U-18 have won Madagascar's first Olympic medal in a team sport at the 2026 Dakar Games.Dans un vestiaire togolais, une table reçoit un maillot plié, une gourde et une petite valise, devant des casiers sans inscription.AFCON & CAFAlgeria: Togo unveils squad with surprise inclusion Lilian BrassierTogo has unveiled its squad for the double-header against Algeria. Big surprise: Lilian Brassier, a starter at Eintracht Frankfurt, has been called up.Vue en surplomb d'une route de contournement d'Antananarivo en fin de journée, avec les toits de stades et les lumières qui dessinent la route vers la ville lointaine.MadagascarGNFC undisputed leader after Matchday 7 of the Champions LeagueMatchday 7 of the World Cola Champions League final phase delivered its share of surprises, with GNFC at the top.