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In the immediate aftermath of the earthquake that rocked the region, Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has embarked on a swift diplomatic mission, f

Attempts are underway to quell the crisis engulfing El Kan, with club officials working swiftly to contain the fallout and restore stability to the dressing room. The precise nature of the dispute remains unclear, but sources close to the team suggest that competing ambitions, scheduling pressures and the intense media spotlight have created a perfect storm. Supporters, eager for silverware, are watching developments closely, hoping that calm can be restored before Saturday’s crucial fixture. In the short term, coaches are focusing on maintaining morale through daily team-building sessions, while the board pursues talks with key stakeholders to address underlying grievances. Should the current efforts succeed, El Kan could yet salvage its season; failure, however, might trigger a mass exodus of talent and tarnish the club’s hard-earned reputation. For now, the situation remains fluid, underscoring the delicate balance between on-pitch performance and off-pitch politics in modern footba

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Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El-Hadari has claimed that he anticipated Morocco’s Yassine Bono’s “miraculous” save by 23 years. The veteran shot-stopper, renowned for his experience an

Al-Hadari heaped praise on the performance of the Black Atlas star, singling out his command on the ball, his incisive runs and his ability to unlock defences with a single pass. The veteran goalkeeper underlined the forward’s maturity, noting that he has grown into a complete player capable of influencing games in multiple ways. Al-Hadari stressed that the 23-year-old’s work-rate and off-the-ball movement create headaches for opposition back lines, and he highlighted the player’s willingness to track back and press as a key factor in the team’s recent defensive solidity. He also pointed out that the star’s confidence is contagious, lifting the entire squad and inspiring younger teammates to aim higher. According to Al-Hadari, the forward’s blend of technical ability and physicality makes him a rare talent, and he expressed confidence that bigger stages await the player in the near future.

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The Dutch star has made it clear that the Moroccan Football Association has not yet approached him about representing the North African nation, yet he has left the door wide open f

Oufkir was in inspired form for the Windmills, delivering a performance that underlined his growing influence in the side. The midfielder, known for his composure and range of passing, controlled the tempo from the base of the midfield and provided the spark that ignited several dangerous attacks. His reading of the game disrupted opposition builds, while his quick distribution launched counter-attacks that kept the back line on high alert. Although the final scoreline did not reflect the dominance he helped create, his ability to dictate play and maintain possession earned him praise from coaches and supporters alike. As the Windmills look to build on this display, Oufkir’s continued development could prove crucial to their season-long ambitions.

World Cup 2026 Power Rankings

WC26 Power Rankings: France flex as England & U.S. falter

There really is nothing like the World Cup. Even just qualifying generates a level of nationwide excitement that the club game simply cannot match, which is why we witnessed truly joyous scenes all across the globe during the March international break, as the final six qualifiers were confirmed for this summer's festival of football in North America.

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Hincapie sent back to Arsenal with injury concern

Mikel Arteta is facing yet another injury headache as Piero Hincapie has become the latest Arsenal star to withdraw from international duty. The versatile defender sustained a knock during a friendly clash with Ecuador against Morocco and has been sent back to London for medical assessments.

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Yamal & the NXGN wonderkids to watch at the World Cup

The World Cup is now just two-and-a-half months away, with teams currently making their final preparations for the finals, while others look to book the final few spots in North America during the March international break. Once the tournament does eventually get under way, the stage will be set for a whole host of players to make themselves national heroes, including some of the most exciting youngsters in the game today.

World Cup 2026 Draw

IN FULL: World Cup 2026 group-stage draw

The World Cup 2026 draw has been made, with England set to face Croatia in the group stages, and the USMNT to take on Australia. Brazil have been drawn with Morocco, while France will play Senegal and Argentina must face Austria.

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Arsenal confirm signing of highly-rated Ecuadorian twins

Premier League leaders Arsenal have reached an agreement to sign twin brothers Edwin and Holger Quintero from Ecuadorian side Independiente del Valle, with the youngsters set to officially join the club in 2027. The Gunners have moved quickly to land the highly-rated duo, who are regarded as two of the most exciting young prospects in South America.

Frequently asked questions

Il 9 marzo 1908 nasce il Football Club Internazionale Milano, ovvero l'Inter. Il club fu creato in Piazza del Duomo da parte di un gruppo di soci dissidenti del Milan, contrari al divieto rossonero di ingaggiare stranieri.

Giuseppe Marotta è il presidente dell'Inter dal giugno 2024. Oaktree lo ha scelto per il post Zhang: mantiene anche la carica di amministratore delegato.

L'Inter gioca le partite interne a San Siro o Stadio Giuseppe Meazza. Lo stadio è chiamato così per la zona di Milano o in onore dell'ex leggendario bomber.

San Siro, o Giuseppe Meazza, può contenere ben 75.817 spettatori. L'Inter condivide lo stadio milanese con i cugini del Milan.

L'Inter ha conquistato venti Scudetti, seconda squadra italiana per numero di titoli dietro la Juventus. Con il 20esimo arrivato nel 2024 ha conquistato la seconda stella.

L'Inter ha vinto tre Champions League nella storia. Dopo i titoli del 1964 e nel 1965, la squadra nerazzurra ha conquistato il trofeo anche nel 2010 nell'ambito del famoso Triplete.

L'Inter ha vinto 46 trofei nella sua storia. La maggior parte è arrivata in Italia con 20 Scudetti, 9 Coppa Italia e 8 Supercoppa Italiana. I nerazzurri hanno vinto però anche 9 trofei internazionali.

Inter è il diminuitivo di Internazionale, nome con cui è stata fondata. Venne chiamata così per esprimere il proprio desiderio di ingaggiare anche calciatori stranieri e non solo italiani.

Il socio fondatore dell'Inter Giorgio Muggiani scelse i colori azzurro e nero come omaggio al cielo e alla notte, ma anche come opposizione al rosso e nero del Milan.

Il biscione è ispirato all'emblema della famiglia Visconti, fondatrice del Ducato di Milano. Nel corso degli anni l'animale è comunque diventato sempre più un serpente.

Giuseppe Meazza, da cui lo stadio dell'Inter prende il nome, ha segnato 284 goal nella storia nerazzurra e nelle varie competizioni giocate in maglia nerazzurra.

Javier Zanetti, attuale dirigente dell'Inter, è il giocatore con più presenze nella storia nerazzurra: 858 gare nelle varie competizioni. Beppe Bergomi è secondo con 756.

L'Inter viene soprattutto chiamata come 'nerazzurri', ma è spesso soprannominata anche 'biscione' o 'Beneamata'.

Helenio Herrera è l'allenatore con più panchine alla guida dell'Inter. 366 partite negli anni '60 e '70 e diversi trofei vinti, tra cui due Champions League.

Gianni Brera, tra i più noti giornalisti italiani, definì l'Inter 'la Beneamata dai milanesi' per celebrare la Champions League vinta dal club nel 1964.