Olise powers France to win over Belgium in Nations League
Michael Olise came off the bench to inspire France to a 4-1 win over Belgium in the UEFA Nations League on Monday, handing Zinedine Zidane his first home victory since taking charge.
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AFCON qualifiers: Nigeria vs Madagascar – date, time, venue and where to watch
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign when they host Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday.
Okoye arrives Super Eagles camp ahead of Madagascar clash
Okoye was the final member of Nigeria’s 24-man squad to arrive in camp after missing the team’s first two training sessions.
Yalcouye makes dream debut as Ivory Coast beat Ghana in AFCON qualifier
Brighton striker Malick Yalcouye made a dream debut for Ivory Coast by scoring in a 2-0 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying victory over Ghana in Bouake on Thursday.
Netherlands snatch draw with late goal to sour Klopp’s Germany debut
Cody Gakpo scored in stoppage time to snatch a 1-1 draw for the Netherlands at home to Germany on Jurgen Klopp’s debut in the visiting dugout in the Nations League on Thursday.
Joao Felix gives Portugal win over Wales as Ronaldo misfires
Portugal, who have won two of the four finals since the competition was launched in 2018, dominated possession and outshot Wales 19-4 in Lisbon but squandered a string of chances.
