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CAF Champions League predictions: Mamelodi Sundowns to beat Pyramids

GoalBall brings you CAF Champions League predictions as the competition returned for group stage hostilities during the weekend of 2nd December 2023. African powerhouses like...
Burkina Faso vs Banyana Banyana lineups

Burkina Faso vs Banyana Banyana lineups, stats – WAFCON qualifiers

All eyes will be on Stade Charles as Burkina Faso vs Banyana Banyana square off against each other on Thursday. Which of these teams...
Super Falcons vs Cape Verde lineups

Super Falcons vs Cape Verde lineups, stats – WAFCON qualifiers

An interesting fixture is on the cards as the Super Falcons and Cape Verde go toe-to-toe with each other on Thursday evening. Which of...
Mamelodi Sundowns longest unbeaten run

Mamelodi Sundowns unbeaten run – Who has the longest streak in...

The Mamelodi Sundowns have been unstoppable in the Premier Soccer League this season. They have a perfect eight wins from eight so far, conceding...
Mamelodi Sundowns team photo

Supersport United vs Mamelodi Sundowns lineups, 3 predictions – DStv PSL

All eyes will be on the Lucas Moripe Stadium as the Tshwane derby takes place on Wednesday. Can Supersport United fire their way to...
Mikel Obi in action for Chelsea

Former Chelsea coach to Mikel Obi: ‘You do a lot of...

John Mikel Obi who has an estimated net worth of $45 million as of November 2023, continues to make headlines through his exciting Obi...
Osimhen transfer news: Arteta prepared to swap 3 players for Super Eagles striker

Osimhen transfer news: Arteta prepared to swap 3 players for Super...

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen returned to action last weekend, after a one-month hiatus. He picked up where he left off, registering an assist...
Rivers United vs Academica Petroleos review

Academica Petroleos suffer humiliating defeat vs Rivers United in Uyo

Rivers United and Academica Petroleos Clube do Lobito squared off against each other at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium on Sunday evening. This was the...
Peter Shalulile of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates goal

Mamelodi Sundowns off to a flyer in CAF Champions League Group...

Mamelodi Sundowns hosted Mauritanian side FC Nouadhibou in their CAF Champions League Group A opener at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday afternoon. It turned out well...
Victor Osimhen in action for Napoli

Edinson Cavani’s former agent aims dig at Osimhen: He is still…

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has drawn comparisons with former Napoli star Edinson Cavani due to his performances for the club. This came after the...
Rivers United vs Academica Petroleos Clube do Lobito lineups

Rivers United vs Academica Petroleos Clube do Lobito lineups, 3 predictions...

Three valuable points will be up for grabs as Rivers United and Academica Petroleos Clube do Lobito go head-to-head on Sunday evening. Which of...
Rivers United captain Nyima Nwagua

Rivers United top goal scorer in CAF Competitions

Rivers United were founded in 2016 after the Rivers state government got permission to merge Dolphins FC and Sharks FC. The state government ran both...
Mamelodi Sundowns vs Nouadhibou lineups

Mamelodi Sundowns vs Nouadhibou lineups, 3 predictions – CAF Champions League

All eyes will be on the Loftus Versfeld Stadium as Mamelodi Sundowns vs Nouadhibou go toe-to-toe with each other on Sunday. Can the visitors...
Themba Zwane of Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns top goal scorer in CAF Champions League

Mamelodi Sundowns have been a dominant force in both their domestic league, the Premier Soccer League, and Africa's most elite club competition, the CAF...
Mikel Obi in action

Mikel Obi’s next guest is legendary Chelsea boss who outdid Prime...

As announced on Saturday morning, The Obi One Podcast run by John Mikel Obi and Chris McHardy will be hosting a legendary Chelsea coach. The...
Victor Osimhen in action

Chelsea target Feyenoord hitman as Boehly accepts Osimhen transfer fate

Chelsea have set their sights on one of Feyenoord's top performers this season. While the Blues are still keeping an eye out for Victor...
Victor Osimhen in action for Napoli

Osimhen returns to the training pitch but will Super Eagle make...

Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has returned to training on Wednesday as his team prepares towards the trip to Bergamo this weekend. The 24-year-old picked up...
Victor Okoh Boniface in action for Bayer Leverkusen

Victor Okoh Boniface tribe: Where is the Super Eagles striker from?

Born on 23 December 2000, knowing Victor Okoh Boniface tribe has been one of the key interests of many Nigerian football fans. At the time...
Newly invited Super Falcons goalkeeper Christiana Obia

Christiana Obia – Best pictures, boyfriend, stats, and more

Christiana Obia, born on February 28, 2001, is a 22-year-old Nigerian goalkeeper making waves in the world of women's football. Hailing from a small town...
Rwanda trump Bafana Bafana

Amavubi sting Bafana Bafana to give Super Eagles lifeline

Bafana Bafana threw Group C of the Africa FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers open following the two draws by group favourites Nigeria. The South African...
Napoli forward Victor Osimhen

Osimhen’s Napoli return hinges on THIS, top journalist reveals…

Nigeria international Victor Osimhen is getting set to return to action for his club this weekend as Napoli hit the road to Bergamo to...
Rwanda vs Bafana Bafana

Rwanda vs Bafana Bafana WCQ: Preview, lineups, key stats & where...

Rwanda vs Bafana Bafana will light up Huye International Stadium in their second Group C fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The match...
Kelechi Iheanacho goals this season - 2023/24

Kelechi Iheanacho goals this season – 2023/24

Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho has been one of the shining lights for Leicester City in the Championship this season with his contributions that has...
Super Eagles team photo

Zimbabwe coach reminds Super Eagles of last Zimbabwe vs Nigeria result

Ahead of the Super Eagles showdown with Zimbabwe at Stade Huye in Butare, Rwanda, the Warriors coach has spoken tough. Coach Baltermar Brito says he...
Bafana Bafana players celebrate goal during the World Cup qualifiers

South Africa vs Benin: Bafana Bafana begin 2026 World Cup qualifiers...

Bafana Bafana of South Africa got their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign underway in a Group C opening match against Benin at the...
Bafana Bafana vs Benin lineups

Bafana Bafana vs Benin lineups and where to watch – 2026...

Benin Republic will make the trip to the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, as they take on Bafana Bafana. Both teams will kick off...
victor boniface value rises

Victor Boniface enjoys massive rise in financial value

Like a shooting star, blazing across the sky, Victor Boniface has shot to the limelight, with several top clubs vying for his services in...
Super Eagles player, Victor Boniface

Nigeria Super Eagles vs Lesotho lineups and where to watch –...

All roads lead to Godswill Akpabio International Stadium as Nigeria Super Eagles vs Lesotho lock horns in their first Group C match of the...
Three Nigerian youngsters nominated for CAF Young Player of the Year award

Three Nigerian youngsters nominated for CAF Young Player of the Year...

The Nigerian trio of Tosin Demehin, Esther Ajakaye and Deborah Abiodun have been nominated for this year’s CAF Young Player of the Year award...
Women's coach of the year

CAF 2023 Awards: Women’s Coach of the Year nominees unveiled

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the nominees for the Women's Coach of the Year award. The CAF awards are organized every year...
Victor Boniface celebrating with teammates

Boniface ranks 3rd in dominant display of Goals+Assists across Europe’s elite...

In the dynamic landscape of European football's top five leagues for the ongoing 2023/24 season, Victor Boniface has emerged as a formidable presence, securing...
Taiwo awoniyi

Taiwo Awoniyi back amongst the goals in Forest’s 3-2 defeat to...

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi got himself on the scoresheet in his side's 3-2 defeat to West Ham United on Sunday. Awoniyi, who recently returned...
tanzania u-20 vs nigeria u-20

Tanzania U-20 vs Nigeria U-20 lineups, 3 predictions – U-20 Women’s...

With the race for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup underway, Tanzania U-20 vs Nigeria U-20 will take centre stage. The Nigerian side, the Super...
victor boniface bags a third straight rookie award

Victor Boniface wins a third straight Bundesliga award

The fairy tale continues for Victor Boniface, as the Nigerian striker continues to win accolades in the German Bundesliga. What can Victor Boniface not do?...
Boniface hits brace to steer Leverkusen to win

Victor Boniface fires Leverkusen to narrow win over Qarabag

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface emerged as the match-winner for Bayer Leverkusen in Thursday's 1-0 win over Qarabag. Aiming to maintain his side's 100% record...
Victor Boniface’s agent to meet Premier League giant’s Director in London as interest grows

Victor Boniface starts for Leverkusen in Europa League clash

Ahead of Bayer Leverkusen's clash against Qarabag FK in the Europa League, Victor Boniface was named in the starting line-up by coach Xabi Alonso. The...
Super Eagles team photo

Super Eagles not on same level as THESE African teams –...

Ex-Liverpool forward El Hadji Diouf has laughed off suggestions the Super Eagles of Nigeria are one of the favourites to win the Africa Cup...
mikel obi describes Roman Abramovich's offer of help

Mikel Obi recalls Abramovich’s badass response to dad’s kidnapping

Mikel Obi has pulled former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich into the news following the abduction of the parents of Liverpool striker Luis Diaz. The Colombian...
Olisa Ndah nominated for Player of the Month Award

Olisa Ndah nominated for Player of the Month Award

Nigerian defender Olisa Ndah has been nominated for the Orlando Pirates’ October Player of the Month award. This recognition comes after a wonderful run in...
kano pillars vs enyimba rabiu ali on the prowl

Kano Pillars to rake in the cash in lucrative new shirt...

There has been a wave of club sponsorships in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) this season, with Kano Pillars the latest to jump...
Wydad AC vs Mamelodi Sundowns

Sundowns get crucial away goal in defeat to Wydad in the...

Wydad Athletic Club hosted Mamelodi Sundowns in the inaugural final of the African Football League at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca on Sunday...
Big Move: Enyimba announce key partnership with mobile giants

Big Move: Enyimba announce key partnership with mobile giants

Nigeria Premier Football League champions Enyimba of Aba have announced a new partnership with one of the world's growing mobile giants Infinix mobile. Enyimba, who...
Rivers United players celebrate scoring a goal

Rivers United vs Sunshine Stars lineups & H2H – NPFL

Rivers United will host Sunshine Stars at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt in a Round 7 Nigeria Professional Football League fixture which...
Victor Boniface makes match-winning contribution, Leverkusen remain top of Bundesliga

Victor Boniface makes match-winning contribution, Leverkusen remain top of Bundesliga

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface continued his fine form for Bayer Leverkusen as he played a key role in his side’s win in the...
Rhulani Mokwena, Head coach of Mamelodi Sundowns during the African Football League 2023 Mamelodi Sundowns press conference

Mamelodi Sundowns coach: Winning hearts and global recognition through style and...

The excitement is building as Mamelodi Sundowns and Wydad Athletic Club prepare to clash in the final of the inaugural African Football League (AFL). The...
Real Sociedad show interest in Victor Boniface

Victor Boniface transfer: Real Sociedad show interest in Super Eagles hotshot

La Liga side Real Sociedad are interested in the signing of Super Eagles striker and Bayer Leverkusen hotshot Victor Boniface, according to Okfichajes. Victor Boniface...
Mamelodi Sundowns team photo in the African Football League

Wydad AC vs Mamelodi Sundowns lineups – African Football League

All roads lead to Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca, Morocco as Wydad AC vs Mamelodi Sundowns lock horns in the first leg finals of...
will the ochendo babes celebrate against katsina united

Abia Warriors vs Katsina United – NPFL

Katsina United can move up the NPFL log with a victory during their trip to Abia Warriors this weekend. The Changi Boys will test the...
Kudus Mohammed salary per week

Kudus Mohammed salary per week at West Ham: How much can...

What is the Kudus Mohammed salary per week at West Ham? Get insights into the Ghana midfielder's earnings as he makes his mark in the...
Can Enyimba take all three points against the Afonja Warrors?

Enyimba vs Kwara United lineups – NPFL

Enyimba of Aba will play their fourth NPFL game of the season when they host Kwara United this weekend. The People's Elephant hopes to banish...