Rwanda produced a resilient comeback away from home to claim a 2-1 victory over Cape Verde in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Tuesday. A decisive goalkeeping mistake from veteran shot-stopper Vozinha gifted the visitors their winning goal in Praia, leaving the Blue Sharks rooted to the bottom of Group K without a single point after two matches.
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has spoken candidly about the intense disruption to his personal life after becoming an overnight internet sensation during the 2026 World Cup. The veteran shot-stopper admitted he would instantly trade his newfound global celebrity status to regain his quiet routine following relentless public attention and scrutiny.
Mohamed Salah will play no part in Egypt’s upcoming clash against South Sudan after the national team decided to rest their talismanic captain. The decision stems from significant concerns regarding the playing surface, with the technical staff eager to avoid any unnecessary injury risks for the prolific forward.
Patrick Vieira has been officially presented as the new head coach of Senegal, describing his appointment in Dakar as an emotional homecoming. In his maiden 29-man squad selection, the former France international made bold choices by omitting star forward Sadio Mane due to physical issues.
Schalke midfielder Soufiane El-Faouzi has ended speculation regarding his international allegiance after being selected in Morocco's latest competitive squad. The 24-year-old was strongly tipped for a surprise call-up to Jurgen Klopp's new-look Germany setup, but has opted to pledge his long-term future to the Atlas Lions ahead of upcoming qualifiers.
