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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

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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Video: An absurd scene... Moroccan and Senegalese celebrations for the Africa Cup of Nations on the same night

The two finalists in the Africa Cup of Nations are celebrating a title that has not yet been officially decided

Mendy slams CAF over Senegal AFCON controversy

Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has launched a blistering attack on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following their controversial decision to strip the Lions of Teranga of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title and award it to Morocco. The veteran shot-stopper believes administrative failures are actively undermining the immense progress made by the continent's elite players.

'Benni & Co. brought nothing to the 2010 WC! If we sell players to Europe, PSL will be finished like SuperSport! He should focus on Kenya'

The Bafana Bafana legend claimed some Mzansi players are not interested in taking other challenges since they prefer playing at home.

Wrexham given Mendy boost after The Gambia's AFCON exit

Jacob Mendy is set to return to Wrexham from AFCON duty after The Gambia failed to make it out of the group stages of the tournament.

VIDEO: Benched Onana goes wild in Cameroon dressing room

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana was happy to celebrate Cameroon's AFCON progress despite being benched against The Gambia.

Cameroon's Onana gamble pays off in wild Gambia win

Cameroon and Gambia played out a wild five-goal thriller in the African Cup of Nations, as the Indomitable Lions qualified for the knockout stages.

Cameroon BENCH Andre Onana for must-win AFCON clash

Cameroon boss Rigobert Song has benched Andre Onana for his side's must-win clash with The Gambia in the African Cup of Nations.

Six Guinea fans dead following AFCON win over Gambia

Guinea's 1-0 win over Gambia on Friday sparked widespread celebrations across the West African nation, leading to the death of six fans.

Wrexham's Mendy has AFCON moment to forget in costly Gambia loss

Wrexham star Jacob Mendy marked his African Cup of Nations debut with a dismal error which proved costly in a 1-0 defeat to Guinea on Friday.

Sensational Camara fires Senegal to AFCON victory

Senegal got their defence of the Africa Cup of Nations title off to a strong start on Monday as they beat 10-man Gambia 3-0.

Wrexham's Mendy & Gambia squad ‘in good health’ after plane hell

Wrexham full-back Jacob Mendy is among The Gambia squad in "good health" after a terrifying plane ordeal, as they prepare for their 2023 AFCON opener.

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Gambia AFCON squad make emergency landing after oxygen fails

The plane carrying the Gambia squad to the Africa Cup of Nations was forced to make an emergency landing after the oxygen supply failed.

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Wrexham handed major AFCON blow

Wrexham defender Jacob Mendy has been named in the The Gambia's final squad for the upcoming AFCON 2023.

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Trouble for Wrexham? Key man gets 2023 AFCON call-up

Wrexham could be set to lose Jacob Mendy to the Africa Cup of Nations after The Gambia called up the full-back to a training camp.

Mendy given special honour by Wrexham after Gambia debut

Wrexham star Jacob Mendy was given the honor of being placed on the club's international honours board after his debut for Gambia.

Reynolds & McElhenney line up ‘statement of intent’ transfer

Wrexham are reportedly lining up the “statement of intent” signing of Saidou Khan from Swindon despite the threat posed by international duty.

Wrexham star shares delight after international debut

Wrexham star Jacob Mendy shared his delight and declared himself "hungry for more" after making his international debut.

CR7's Al-Nassr team-mate Mane marries longtime partner

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr team-mate Sadio Mane has married his longtime partner Aisha Tamba, just days before Senegal's opener at the 2023 AFCON.

Parkinson says international call-ups show Wrexham’s 'profile'

Phil Parkinson has claimed that the international call-ups for James McClean and Jacob Mendy demonstrate Wrexham's "profile" is "different level".

Frequently asked questions

Il chirurgo Gaetano Fichera ha fondato il Cagliari Football Club il 30 maggio 1920. La prima gara della squadra rossoblù è stata giocata l'8 settembre successivo: vittoria contro la Torres.

Tommaso Giulini, imprenditore e proprietario della società Fluorsid (settore chimico) ha acquistato il Cagliari nel 2014 dopo trent'anni di presidenza Cellino.

Il Cagliari gioca le sue partite casalinghe alla Unipol Domus. L'impianto può contenere 16.416 spettatori ed è situato affianco all'ex storico stadio Sant'Elia.

Il Cagliari ha vinto un solo Scudetto, quello del 1969/1970. Un anno prima i rossoblù si erano avvicinati al titolo con il secondo posto alle spalle della Fiorentina.

Il Cagliari non gioca in Europa dalla stagione 1993/1994, quando arrivò fino alle semifinali dell'Europa League. All'epoca il torneo era chiamato Coppa UEFA: il team rossoblù fu eliminato dall'Inter.

L'unico titolo vinto dal Cagliari nella sua storia è lo Scudetto 1969/1970. La squadra rossoblù non ha mai vinto tornei europei o la Coppa Italia. La Supercoppa Italiana non esisteva all'epoca dello Scudetto.

Il Cagliari è diventato immediatamente rossoblù in virtù dei colori della città sarda, presenti anche nella bandiera comunale e nel gonfalone del capoluogo isolano.

Casteddu è il nome di Cagliari in sardo. Il significato della parola è 'castello', ovvero uno dei quartieri - fortificato - della città e capoluogo.

Luigi 'Gigi' Riva è il più grande giocatore nella storia del Cagliari e massimo cannoniere rossoblù di tutti i tempi. Tra il 1963 e il 1977 il bomber della squadra sarda ha segnato 208 goal.

Daniele Conti è il giocatore più presente nella storia del Cagliari. Centrocampista rossoblù dal 1999 al 2015, è riuscito a giocare 464 partite con la maglia della squadra isolana, segnando anche 51 reti.

La rivalità tra Cagliari e Napoli nasce negli anni '90 per diversi motivi: dal gesto dell'ombrello dell'ex rossoblù Fonseca ai tempi del team partenopeo e dalla decisione dei tifosi azzurri di tifare Piacenza in occasione dello spareggio per la retrocessione in B nel 1997.

Il Cagliari ha giocato la maggior parte della sua storia in Serie A, ma per decine di annate ha militato in Serie B. La squadra rossoblù, in particolare, ha vissuto trenta stagioni in seconda serie: la prima nel 1931, l'ultima nel 2023.

Manlio Scopigno ha guidato il Cagliari alla vittoria dello Scudetto nell'annata 1969/1970. Dopo aver guidato i rossoblù nel 66/67, ha poi allenato la squadra sarda tra il 1968 e il 1972.

Da anni si parla del nuovo stadio del Cagliari, ma la questione è complicata e le sicurezze poche: l'obiettivo della società, in teoria, è quella di cominciare i lavori a metà 2025.

David Suazo è il giocatore straniero con più goal nella storia del Cagliari è il secondo all-time dietro Gigi Riva. L'attaccante dell'Honduras ha segnato 102 reti in rossoblù dal 1999 al 2007.

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