The truth is, African women’s football has come of age. The gap is closing fast. Who would have thought Nigeria would be needing calculators to qualify from a WAFCON group that has debutants Malawi and Egypt?

The 2026/27 English Premier League, EPL season will kick off with an unprecedented level of managerial change, as nine of the 20 clubs prepare to begin the campaign with new coaches.

Chelsea are facing a major squad-clearance operation, with the club needing to find new destinations for 16 players before the summer transfer window closes.

English football chiefs have announced new safety rules covering brick and concrete perimeter walls following the death of former Arsenal youth player Billy Vigar.

The 18-year-old will spend one season in Italy under the current agreement, according to a brief announcement on Real’s website.