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Cameroon stage late comeback to reach AFCON knockouts as Ghana crash out

Cameroon scored twice with time ticking away on Tuesday to snatch a dramatic 3-2 win over Gambia, secure an Africa Cup of Nations last-16 place, and eliminate Ghana from the tournament.

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Toothless Cameroon held to draw by 10-man Guinea

Five-time champions Cameroon were held to a draw by 10-man Guinea as the early stages of the Africa Cup of Nations continued to produce surprise results.

French football star Kylian Mbappe's future to dominate transfer window

The future of Kylian Mbappe and his protracted courtship by Real Madrid is expected to be the key theme of the transfer window that opens in Europe on Monday.

Messi’s 2022 World Cup final shirt expected to sell for record $10m

Set of six shirts worn by Argentinian during 2022 World Cup campaign could set record for sports tops if bids go over $10.1m

Santos relegated for first time in 111-year history

Santos, Brazil legend Pele's former club, have been relegated for the first time in their 111-year history.

US star Megan Rapinoe ends football career with injury in final match

US women's football icon Megan Rapinoe limped out of the final game of her storied career Saturday, suffering a suspected torn Achilles tendon less than three minutes into the National Women's Soccer League Final which her OL Reign team lost to NJ/NY Gotham FC.

Luis Rubiales banned from football for three years over Jenni Hermoso kiss

  • onduct at World Cup final prompts ban from game
  • Former RFEF president quit his role after scandal

Zimbabwe FA investigating women’s team coach over sexual misconduct allegations

Claims that coach ‘asked for sexual favours’ at tournament

UK, Ireland to co-host UEFA Euro 2028; Italy and Turkey land 2032

The United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland will co-host Euro 2028, while Italy and Turkey will be joint hosts of the 2032 tournament, UEFA announced on Tuesday. 

Paul Pogba: Juventus midfielder's B sample confirms positive drugs test

Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba's failed drugs test has been confirmed after his B sample tested positive.

2030 FIFA World Cup hosts hail from Europe, Africa and South America

A unique 2030 World Cup is set to be played in Europe and Africa with the surprising addition of South America in a deal to allow the men’s soccer tournament to start with a 100th birthday party in Uruguay.

How Soccer Players Restarted Spain’s #MeToo Movement

A journalist describes the history of feminist activism in Spain and why the World Cup controversy marks a new phase.

Blunder proves Spain just don’t get it ​

After the scandal which has engulfed Spanish football since the World Cup, the government has made another massive blunder.

FIFA Suspends Spanish Soccer Federation Chief Involved in Post-Game Kiss

The kiss and its aftermath have stirred debate over the treatment of women in Spanish soccer.

Spain Women's football team refuse to play until boss is fired over kissing scandal

Spanish Women’s World Cup winning midfielder Jenni Hermoso said she did not consent to being kissed by the country’s federation chief Luis Rubiales, after he refused to resign Friday following worldwide outcry over the incident.

FIFA opens case against Spanish football chief who kissed player on lips

FIFA opened disciplinary proceedings against Luis Rubiales on Thursday after the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president kissed Spain star Jenni Hermoso on the lips following the Women’s World Cup final last weekend.

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