Keywords: African football


FIFA plans $6.35 billion funding package to support global football development

FIFA is preparing a new funding package worth $6.35 billion to expand football development programmes worldwide between 2027 and 2030. The proposed plan could provide additional resources to national football associations, including Morocco’s Royal Moroccan Football Federation, as the governing......

Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda Plan Joint Visa for AFCON 2027 Supporters

Football fans travelling to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) could benefit from simplified cross-border movement under a proposed joint visa scheme being developed by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, the three countries preparing to co-host the continental tournament. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, president......

Al Hilal Leads Arab Clubs in Global Rankings as Al Ahly Climbs After Cairo Derby Win

Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal remains among the highest-ranked Arab football clubs worldwide, while Egypt’s Al Ahly has moved up the global standings following its 2-0 victory over arch-rival Zamalek in the Egyptian Premier League. The latest rankings published by FootballDatabase reflect recent......

Morocco vs Senegal : Hugo Broos Says Morocco Should Receive the Trophy

Former South Africa coach Hugo Broos has voiced strong support for Morocco in the dispute over the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, arguing that a team that abandons the pitch should forfeit the match. His intervention adds another prominent voice to a controversy now awaiting a ruling from......

Mohamed Ouahbi Targets Historic World Cup Victory for Morocco and Africa

Morocco’s ambition on the international football stage now extends to the ultimate prize. National team coach Mohamed Ouahbi has declared that the Atlas Lions aim to become the first African nation to win the FIFA World Cup, outlining a long-term objective built on tactical progress, international......

Morocco Awaits CAS Verdict After Five-Hour Hearing in AFCON Title Dispute

The legal battle over the Africa Cup of Nations title claimed by Morocco has entered a decisive phase after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) concluded a hearing lasting more than five hours into Senegal’s appeal against the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) ruling. The tribunal......

CAF considers returning the Africa Cup of Nations to a biennial schedule

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is considering reversing its planned move to a four-year cycle for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with president Patrice Motsepe confirming that a return to the traditional two-year schedule is under discussion. Speaking at a press conference in Cape Verde......

Infantino hails Morocco as a model for football development in Africa

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has praised Morocco for its progress in football development, highlighting the country’s investment in infrastructure and facilities during a strategic conference organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Thursday in Sal, Cape Verde. Infantino......

Morocco’s Fouzi Lekjaa joins CAF strategic conference in Cape Verde

Moroccan Football Federation President and Confederation of African Football (CAF) First Vice-President Fouzi Lekjaa took part on Thursday in CAF’s strategic conference in Cape Verde, a three-day gathering focused on the future development and long-term sustainability of African football. Held......