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At least 11 killed in shooting at central Mexico football field

Mexico’s government says the country's 2025 homicide rate was the lowest since 2016 at 17.5 murders per 100,000 inhabitants.

Business

Football’s richest clubs hit €12.4bn in record revenue season

Record revenues of €12.4bn underline how elite clubs are increasingly relying on commercial income, brand power and stadium redevelopment.

Qatar

Qatar Football Festival features Finalissima 2026 and friendlies

Qatar Football Festival 2026 will be headlined by the men’s Finalissima between Argentina and Spain, with some of the world’s biggest football stars set to appear in Doha during a six-match international window.

Football Now

Senegal stun Morocco in AFCON 2025 final to retain continental crown

AFCON 2025 concluded with a dramatic finale as Senegal defeated hosts Morocco to be crowned champions of Africa, capping a tournament filled with surprises, emotion and unforgettable moments on and off the pitch.

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Football Now

Nigeria take bronze as Morocco and Senegal set up AFCON final

As AFCON 2025 heads towards a thrilling finale in Morocco, the host cities are buzzing with far more than football. In Casablanca and Rabat, art, culture and the passion of fans are turning the tournament into a continent‑wide celebration.

Football Now

Atlas Lions roar into AFCON final to set up showpiece clash with Senegal

Morocco is in full celebration mode as the Africa Cup of Nations reaches its decisive stage, with football fever gripping both Casablanca and Rabat.

Football Now

Nigeria, Egypt complete AFCON semi-final lineup

Mohamed Salah scored and Egypt eliminated defending champion Ivory Coast to move into the Africa Cup of Nations semifinals after a 3-2 victory on Saturday.

Football Now

Morocco, Senegal roar to AFCON semis

Iliman Ndiaye’s first-half strike was enough for Senegal to beat 10-man Mali 1-0 in the first quarterfinal. Brahim Díaz scored again and host Morocco joined Senegal in the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 win over Cameroon on Friday.

United Kingdom

Man Utd manager Ruben Amorim sacked after 14 months at Old Trafford

The Portuguese oversaw a slew of unwanted records at the 20-time English champion including its lowest finish in the Premier League era last season.

No Comment

Morocco welcomes 2026 as AFCON round of 16 takes shape

Morocco celebrated the New Year amid national festivities as the Africa Cup of Nations moved into the Round of 16.

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Morocco welcomes 2026 as AFCON enters knockout stage

Morocco welcomed the New Year with celebrations across the country. Streets and public squares came alive with music, lights, and crowds gathering as 2025 drew to a close.

Belgium

DAZN to continue Belgian league broadcasts after arbitration ruling

DAZN announced last month it had no choice but to let its contract expire under Belgian law because it was impossible to fulfil the distribution condition of the deal.

Cult

Doha becomes centre of FIFA football action over two months

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Doha has been buzzing with football over the past two months. The city hosted the U-17 World Cup, Arab Cup and Intercontinental Cup, drawing fans from across the region. Morocco’s thrilling 3-2 win over Jordan in the Arab Cup capped an exciting period of football.

Sport

World's oldest professional football player signs for one more season

Japan's Kazuyoshi "King Kazu" Miura, who turns 59 in February, joined third-division Fukushima United on loan from Yokohama FC.

Football Now

AFCON 2025: Nigeria perfect as knockout picture sharpens

The Africa Cup of Nations group stage moved closer to its conclusion as Groups C and D wrapped up decisive final matches, with qualification places and knockout pairings taking shape across Morocco.

Football Now

AFCON 2025: Morocco cruise through as knockout picture takes shape

Matchday three of the Africa Cup of Nations group stage delivered clarity and celebration in Morocco, as decisive results in Groups A and B set the stage for the knockout phase.

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AFCON 2025: Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire draw, Algeria through

Cameroon and defending champions Côte d’Ivoire played out a thrilling 1-1 draw in their second Group F match at the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Marrakesh, Morocco.

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Benin secure their first-ever AFCON victory with a 1-0 win over Botswana

Benin secured their first-ever victory at the Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday in front of a vibrant crowd of supporters at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

Football Now

AFCON 2025: Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso start strong on matchday one

Matchday One of AFCON 2025 wrapped up last night in Morocco, with all 24 teams having now played their opening game.

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AFCON 2025: DR Congo, Senegal, Nigeria and Tunisia make early statements in Morocco

AFCON 2025 burst into life in Morocco as Group C and D action delivered goals, atmosphere and early statements of intent from several tournament favourites.