Morocco arrive at the first 48-team World Cup as Africa's highest-ranked side in the Fifa standings. In the second of a ...

With a record 10 African sides in action at the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport Africa picks out some of the players to watch from ...

African club football has never been as competitive and diverse as it is in 2025, with teams making their mark through stellar performances both on the continent and at home. As the time comes to ...

The 2026 men’s Fifa World Cup marks a seismic shift in the global football landscape. The decision to expand the final stage ...

According to media reports, the team's departure for Mexico on Sunday has been delayed due to an "administrative bungle".

The next generation of African football stars is ready to take over the spotlight as the U-17 Africa Cup of Nations officially kicks off in Morocco. Over the next few weeks, some of the continent’s ...

As a new year dawns, with it comes the promise of glory for African sportspeople. Continental titles are up for grabs in ...

From legends like Didier Drogba and Samuel Eto’o to new stars such as Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mané, African footballers are redefining the sport and contributing to its global appeal. The continent’s ...

The stadium lights suddenly went dark. Then, one by one, more than 1,300 phone flashlights flickered on across the stands at ...

Relations between China and Africa are increasingly important in understanding the dynamics that shape our world. But until now, the role of sport was overlooked. A new book, Global China and the ...

Does Europe need African football fans more than Africa needs European football?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sindiswa Mabunda covers the sports landscape in Africa. AfroBallers has transformed from a sports media platform into a ...