The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has given the thumbs up for fans to attend the CAF Champions League final between Egyptian giants Zamalek and Al Ahly, according to a board member of the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) Mohamed Fadl. The final is set for the 27th of November at the Cairo International Stadium, and there were doubts earlier about the attendance of fans on the day amid the coronavirus crisis. “We contacted CAF regarding fans’ attendance and we got the official approval today,” Fadl told a local TV channel late on Sunday. “CAF agreed to allow from 5,000 to…
Author: Nnamdi Ekugbah
Legendary Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El Hadary insists he would not be coming out of retirement at any time. The goalkeeping legend ended his footballing career after a short stint with former Egyptian Premier League side Nogoom FC. There have been reports in the media suggesting that El-Hadary would come out of retirement to represent Egyptian fourth-tier side ZED FC, but El-Hadary on twitter stated that he has officially retired from the sport and has his focus now on coaching. “I won’t join any club and all these rumours are completely false. I took many courses in Europe and trial periods…
The coach of the Harambee Stars of Kenya, Jacob Mulee says he will not resign from his position even if the team fails to make it to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon. Mulee has been in charge of the team for two games, after taking over from Francis Kimanzi on a three-year deal. He was in charge of the 1-1 draw against Comoros in Kenya, and the 2-1 loss against the same team over the weekend. With two matches left in the AFCON qualifiers, the Harambee Stars have had three draws and lost one so far. Mulee…
Sierra Leone captain Umaru Bangura has been passed fit to face the Super Eagles of Nigeria in their crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Bangura was not part of Sierra Leone’s squad to face Nigeria initially owing to fitness worries, and he was recently cleared of Covid-19. The FC Zurich defender will now travel with the team to Benin City, Nigeria as they hope to get their Cameroon 2022 hopes back alive with a victory against Nigeria. Bangura’s return will see Vasalund IF of Sweden’s star Ishmael Koroma leave the team. “I have decided to continue playing for my country…
Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Patrice Motsepe has announced his intention to run for the Confederation of African Football (CAF) presidency. Motsepe becomes the third person to bid for the role of CAF president, with incumbent Ahmad Ahmad and Ivorian Jacques Anouma both in the running. According to Forbes magazine, Motsepe is Africa’s tenth richest man, with an estimate of $2.4 billion. South Africa FA president Danny Jordan who was part of the press conference said that Motsepe is the appropriate person for the presidency. “Caf must improve its global standing,” said South Africa FA president Danny Jordaan. “He is the most…
The communications director of Ghana Premier League (GPL) side Legon City, Kwame Dwomoh Agyemang has stated that the signing fee for Asamoah Gyan revealed by local media is not true. On the domestic Transfer Deadline Day, Gyan joined The Royals on a one-year deal claimed to be worth $1 million. The veteran Ghana striker joined Legon after an agreement with Asante Kotoko broke down after declaring his love for the team and his desire to play for the club. “Gyan will play for us this season and if things go on well there is the possibility that he will stay…
Kenyan Premier League (KPL) side AFC Leopards have confirmed Tomas Trucha as their new head coach going into the new season. “AFC Leopards are pleased to announce Thomas Trucha as our new head coach,” the club confirmed on their social media pages.“The 47-year-old Czech Republic national is a Uefa PRO licensed coach. He will be assisted by Anthony Kimani who resumes his position after serving on a caretaker capacity. “Join us in welcoming our newest member of the technical bench.” AFC Leopards chairman Dan Shikanda also welcomed the new coach. “We wanted an experienced hand in the technical bench and…
Cameroon and Angers striker Stephane Bahoken has been handed a four-month suspended prison sentence with a fine of €2,000 for acts of domestic violence against his partner. He also has a three-month suspended sentence with a fine of €6,875 for traffic violation. The Cameroon international striker, Bahoken was arrested by the French police earlier this week for allegedly assaulting his spouse and also threatening her with violence. He came out of police custody after he was charged to court where he was punished for the traffic offence he committed in the summer and the domestic violence. Bahoken released a statement…
Kenya Premier League side Tusker FC have confirmed the signing of former Gor Mahia defender Wellington Ochieng. Tusker FC have been strengthening for the new season as they look to challenge for the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League title. “Ochieng’ is now our player, he signed with us yesterday [Thursday],” Tusker FC chairman Daniel Aduda said. “He is an experienced player who will give us much-needed experience at the back. Ochieng’ is also versatile and I believe he will be a valuable asset to the team.” A couple of weeks ago Ochieng was released by his club alongside Edwin…
Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has been recalled to the Nigeria national team for November’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying double-header against Sierra Leone. Akpeyi’s last game for the Super Eagles of Nigeria was in November 17, 2019 against Lesotho at the Setsoto Satium, Maseru where Nigeria won by 4-2. Injury to the Kaizer Chiefs shot-stopper led to his exclusion from the Nigerian squad that faced African Champions Algeria and later Tunisia in October’s international friendlies. Akpeyi has now been invited to the Super Eagles squad and is set to compete for a starters spot when Nigeria faces Sierra…