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Soccer fan aged 71 arrested at Everton for alleged racist abuse of Ghana's Semenyo

A 71-year-old soccer fan was arrested for alleged racist abuse of Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo at a Premier League game, Everton said Tuesday.

CAF reveals dates for AFCON 2027 in East Africa

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the schedule for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), confirming a shift to a summer calendar for the continental showpiece.

Nigeria's Lookman doubtful for Atletico ahead of Champions League semis against Arsenal

Atletico Madrid could be without striker Ademola Lookman when it takes on Arsenal looking to return to the Champions League final for the first time in a decade.

African players in Europe: Injury may end Salah's Liverpool reign

Egypt star Mohamed Salah may have played his last game for Liverpool after limping off during a 3-1 Premier League win over Crystal Palace at the weekend.

Algeria's Mahrez warns Al Ahli players not to take Japanese rivals for granted

Riyad Mahrez says Al Ahli have achieved "something incredible" in reaching back-to-back Asian Champions League finals, but warned his side not to underestimate tournament debutants Machida Zelvia when they meet for the trophy in Jeddah on Saturday.

Former Nigeria int'l Michael Eneramo dies after collapsing during local match

Former Nigeria international striker Michael Eneramo has died after collapsing during a local football match in Kaduna on Friday morning, according to Nigeria Football Federation.

Queiroz aims to raise bar for Ghana ahead of World Cup

Newly-appointed Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz said Thursday that leading the Black Stars at the 2026 World Cup will be "the biggest challenge" of his career.

USM Alger coach expects tough contest with Zamalek in Confederation Cup final

USM Alger coach Lamine N'Diaye said the confrontation against Egypt’s Zamalek in the CAF Confederation Cup final won't be such an easy one for both sides.

USM Alger edges Olympique de Safi to reach Confed Cup final against Zamalek

Algeria’s USM Alger advanced to the CAF Confederation Cup final after a 1-1 draw away to Morocco’s Olympique de Safi on Sunday, progressing on the away goals rule following a goalless first leg.

CAF Confederation Cup results & scorers (Semi-finals, 2nd Leg)

Follow Ahram Online's coverage of the second-leg matches in the 2025/2026 CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals (17–19 April).

Sundowns to face FAR Rabat in CAF Champions League final

South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns will face Morocco’s FAR Rabat in the CAF Champions League final after both sides secured aggregate victories in their semi-finals on Saturday.

CAF Champions League results & scorers (Semi-finals, 2nd Leg)

Follow Ahram Online's coverage of the second-leg matches in the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League semi-finals (18 April).

Germany eye avoiding another early World Cup exit against Ivory Coast, Curacao and Ecuador

Four-time World Cup champion Germany and newcomer Curacao sit at opposite ends of the global soccer spectrum.

Ghana hire veteran Carlos Queiroz as coach just weeks out from World Cup

World Cup-bound Ghana appointed Carlos Queiroz as the new men’s national coach on Monday, less than two months out from the tournament.

Brazil and Morocco headline Group C as Scotland and Haiti return to the World Cup

Five-time champion Brazil faces African powerhouse Morocco in Group C, which also includes Scotland and Haiti — two teams returning to the World Cup after long absences.

Ghanaian Premier League player killed in suspected armed robbery attack

Dominic Frimpong of Ghanaian Premier League club Berekum Chelsea was killed after the team’s bus was attacked by a group of suspected armed robbers, the country’s soccer association said Monday.

CAF Champions League results & scorers (Semi-finals, 1st Leg)

Follow Ahram Online's coverage of the first-leg matches in the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League semi-finals (11–12 April).

CAF Confederation Cup results & scorers (Semi-finals, 1st Leg)

Follow Ahram Online's coverage of the first-leg matches in the 2025/2026 CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals (10–11 April).

Somalia president congratulates World Cup-bound referee Omar Artan

Somalia president Hassan Mohamud congratulated football referee Omar Artan who has made history as the first Somalian to be selected to officiate at the World Cup finals.

Kudus' injury setback a blow to Tottenham and Ghana ahead of World Cup

Ghana international Mohammed Kudus' hopes for a return from a quad injury before the World Cup have taken a hit with Tottenham confirming the forward might need surgery.

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