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After nearly two years at the helm, Belgian coach Tom Saintfiet has stepped down as manager of the Mali national football team, announcing his departure in the midst of escalating political and security challenges in the country. Tom Saintfiet formally ended his tenure as head coach of the Mali A team on April 27, 2026, […]

International Mali Mali football team thanks its Belgian coach Wednesday, April 29 at 11:56 AM 5 Reactions The era of Tom Saintfiet, nicknamed “Uncle Tom,” has come to an end with the Mali national football team. The Malian Football Federation (Femafoot) has officially relieved the 53-year-old Belgian coach of his duties. His departure follows the […]

After nearly two years at the helm, Tom Saintfiet has concluded his role as head coach of the Mali national football team. His departure was formally announced through an official letter shared on Instagram on Wednesday, following a confidential notice dated Monday, April 27. The Mali Football Federation (FEMAFOOT), led by President Mahazou Cisset, publicly […]

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, football’s governing body is strengthening its regulatory framework to prevent extreme on-field protests. Impact of the Sénégal-Maroc CAN 2025 final This strategic shift follows the controversial events that took place during the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. On January 18, in Rabat, the […]

The ongoing legal saga surrounding the CAN 2025 championship has reached a critical juncture. The sole arbitrator of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS) has set a firm deadline of May 7, 2026, for the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) to submit its defense memorandum in response to the appeal filed by Senegal. This […]

The CAN 2025 final dispute between Morocco and Senegal has entered a critical phase, with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS) imposing a strict deadline for the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) to submit its defense. The international tribunal has set May 7, 2026 as the final date for the FRMF to file its […]

Tribunal Arbitral du Sport delivers fresh ruling in Morocco vs Senegal case Key developments in the long-standing football dispute The Tribunal Arbitral du Sport (TAS) has advanced proceedings in the high-profile case between Senegal and Morocco. After receiving the appeal brief from the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF), the international sports court has set a strict […]

Kalidou Koulibaly, the backbone of Senegal’s national team and captain of the Lions of Teranga, has been sidelined for weeks due to a persistent thigh injury, leaving fans and selectors on edge with the FIFA World Cup just around the corner. At 34 years old, with over 100 caps and two goals for his country, […]

The ongoing legal challenge concerning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco is progressing at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Following an appeal lodged by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) on March 25, the CAS has granted the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) until May 7, 2026, to submit […]

The journey to the CAN 2027 is taking shape, even as some details remain in flux. While the final group compositions are yet to be announced, African national teams now have a clear roadmap to navigate their qualification path. The CAF has outlined key match windows spanning several months, culminating in a final phase set […]

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has until May 7 to submit its defense before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS) in the ongoing dispute surrounding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final. This deadline marks the first phase of the legal proceedings, triggered by Senegal’s appeal to the TAS against both the […]

As the highly anticipated OM-Nice match unfolded this past Sunday evening, Senegalese goalkeeper Yéhvann Diouf shared his reflections on an eventful season in an interview with L’Equipe. Though often relegated to the bench, the international goalkeeper navigated a rollercoaster of emotions throughout the campaign, culminating in the dramatic African Cup of Nations final against Morocco. […]