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Brits Abroad: My life as a professional football manager in Rwanda

In the latest instalment of GOAL’s ‘Brits Abroad’ series, a man that has coached across the world - from North America to Africa - talks selling flowers on the New York subway, fearing for his life during a scouting mission and what to do in Rwanda

AFCON U-turn! CAF scrap controversial four-year plan to reinstate biennial schedule

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has performed a dramatic U-turn by confirming the Africa Cup of Nations will return to its traditional two-year cycle. This major policy shift comes just months after the governing body suggested a move to a quadrennial format.

BDO Power Rankings: Kane & Yamal favourites for 2026 Golden Ball

The most prestigious individual prize in the game will be awarded on Monday, with a whole host of contenders in with a shot of finishing top of the pile

Senegal face November wait for CAS verdict on disputed AFCON title

Senegal must wait another month to learn whether their appeal against being stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations crown has been successful. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) confirmed on Monday that a final ruling on the controversial continental showpiece against Morocco has been pushed back to November.

Infantino secures unanimous CAF backing for FIFA reelection

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has solidified his position on the global stage by securing the total backing of all 54 African member associations. During a high-profile summit in Cabo Verde, the Swiss-Italian administrator promised a significant increase in resources to further elevate the game across the continent.

CAF eyes new AFCON 2027 hosts amid Kenya & Uganda delay concerns

The Confederation of African Football has begun exploring contingency plans for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations amid mounting fears that co-hosts Kenya and Uganda will fail to meet crucial infrastructure deadlines. Although scheduled alongside Tanzania for June 2027, slow stadium works have forced the governing body to sound out potential backups.