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Spain won more than the World Cup

When the final whistle blew at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, relief came before celebration. The best team had won the 2026 Fifa World Cup. That…

The 2026 FIFA World Cup: Commercial spectacle over the soul of the game

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, was touted as a landmark expansion. However, it's now seen as a stark warning, with FIFA, under President Gianni…

Despite never lifting the World Cup, Neymar delivered inspiring moments.

Ronaldo and Neymar: End of an era

As the 2026 Fifa World Cup dives into the quarter-final stage, the tournament has delivered drama, upsets, glaring controversies and unforgettable moments. Co-hosted by Canada,…

Football’s theatre of emotion, grievance and power

The World Cup delivered a full human theatre of football, from Cape Verde's exhilarating performances to generational shifts with Lamine Yamal's arrival and the possible…

Teams advancing to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16: A historic moment for African football

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, has reached the thrilling Round of 16. This edition marks a historic milestone for African football,…

The DRC may have lost against England but they achieved something arguably more significant

The Democratic Republic of Congo's return to the FIFA World Cup after 52 years transcended football, becoming a powerful platform to challenge enduring stereotypes about Africa…

Relebohile Mofokeng: From World Cup heartbreak to European dream with Royale Union Saint-Gilloise

South African football sensation Relebohile Mofokeng, fresh from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has secured a landmark transfer from Orlando Pirates to Belgian Pro League side Royale…

Bafana Bafana’s historic World Cup run: Pride, progress and the need for ambition

Bafana Bafana made history at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, reaching the knockout stages for the first time and exceeding expectations. This achievement, including qualification ahead…

Bafana Bafana crash out of FIFA World Cup in Round of 32

Bafana Bafana's FIFA World Cup journey ends in the Round of 32 after a dramatic 90th-minute winner by Canada's Stephen Eustáquio. Despite the heartbreaking loss in Los Angeles,…

Bafana Bafana’s knockout breakthrough: Pride, caution and the long road ahead

South Africa is erupting with joy as Bafana Bafana achieve the impossible, advancing to the FIFA World Cup knockout phase. After decades of heartbreak, this moment feels like a…

Bafana Bafana make history and advance to World Cup round of 32

Bafana Bafana have made history by advancing to the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time. South Africa secured their spot with a crucial win over Korea Republic, coupled…

Cracks emerge in the 2026 FIFA World Cup: From robbery to referee rows

The 2026 Fifa World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is already facing significant challenges. Incidents like the robbery of the England national team and…

Ebola is back. So are the double standards

Just four years after COVID-19, the US is demanding an Ebola quarantine camp in Kenya, while Western countries impose travel bans on African nations. This article explores the…

World Cup 2026: Who will lead Africa’s challenge?

The 2026 World Cup, hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48 teams, significantly boosting Africa's representation. The Confederation of African Football…