From Kinshasa to Morocco: Michel Mboladinga’s tribute to Patrice Lumumba at AFCON

Mboladinga is one of Africa’s most unique football fans, who has captured attention with his remarkable way of supporting his national team, DR Congo, at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)...

President Samia hails Taifa Stars, reaffirms pride in Tanzania’s sporting rise

The Stars, who were taking part in the tournament for the fourth time, were eliminated by hosts Morocco after a narrow 1–0 defeat. Despite the exit, the team set a historic milestone by reaching...

Yanga land Okello as Tchakei move falls apart

Yanga have successfully completed the signing of Ugandan international midfielder Allan Okello, sealing a major boost to their midfield as the club fine-tunes its squad for the remainder of the...

Samia weighs in as Taifa Stars’ Afcon exit sparks officiating debate

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has added her voice to the growing debate surrounding Tanzania’s controversial exit from the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2025

Yanga invite global investors for Landmark Stadium Project in Dar es Salaam

Tanzania Mainland giants Young Africans Sports Club (Yanga SC) have officially taken a major step toward realizing their long-held dream of owning a modern home ground

Yanga stay perfect, knock out Singida to set up Azam final clash in NMB Mapinduzi Cup

The victory marked Yanga’s third match of the tournament, and they have so far enjoyed a flawless defensive run

Mpanzu’s dip in form exposes Simba’s blunt attack

Among Simba supporters, questions are growing over whether Mpanzu remains the influential figure who impressed last season.

All eyes on Damaro, Tchakei as Yanga battle Singida Black Stars

Yanga enter the match as slight favorites based on recent head-to-head records, having dominated Singida Black Stars over the past two seasons without conceding defeat

Warm welcome as Taifa Stars return home after gallant Afcon exit

In recognition of the historic achievement, President Samia Suluhu Hassan arranged a special flight to bring the players and officials back home, a gesture that was warmly appreciated by both the...

Mainland giants dominate NMB Mapinduzi Cup semis

The winner of the match will advance to the final scheduled for January 13 in Pemba

Samatta, Msuva, Fei Toto and Hussein mark triple Afcon feat

The quartet consists of Taifa Stars captain Mbwana Samatta, forward Simon Msuva, attacking midfielder Feisal “Fei Toto” Salum and left back Mohamed “Tshabalala” Hussein

Barker faces acid test against Azam FC in Mapinduzi Cup

The eagerly awaited match is scheduled to kick off at 8:15 p.m., and football fans on the Isles and across the country are bracing for a high-intensity contest

Historic Afcon run earns Stars players presidential reception

The team is scheduled to arrive at 10am, aboard a special Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner provided courtesy of President Samia Suluhu Hassan

Diallo inspires Ivory Coast to 3-0 win over Burkina Faso

Winger Amad Diallo scored one goal and created another to continue his excellent form in Morocco as defending champions Ivory Coast eased past Burkina Faso 3-0 in their Africa Cup of Nations...

Dramatic late winner puts Algeria into Cup of Nations last eight

Algeria substitute Adil Boulbina slammed home a last-gasp winner a minute from the end of extra time as his side overcame the Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 on Tuesday to book a place in the...

Egypt not among AFCON favorites but will keep fighting, says Salah

Egypt forward Mohamed Salah said his team was not among the favorites to win the Africa Cup of Nations title, but insisted they would give their best to go deeper in the tournament in Morocco.

Lookman, Osimhen shine as Nigeria romp into Cup of Nations quarter-finals

Ademola Lookman turned in a virtuoso performance as Victor Osimhen struck twice to lead Nigeria to an emphatic 4-0 victory over Mozambique in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16 on Monday.

Gamondi hails Taifa Stars players, criticizes match decisions

Gamondi said the Taifa Stars exceeded expectations by advancing beyond the group stage and competing strongly against some of the continent’s leading football nations.

Rooney says Rosenior has earned opportunity to lead Chelsea

Wayne Rooney has backed Liam Rosenior to take charge at Chelsea and said the Englishman has earned the opportunity after proving himself as a manager.

Manchester United sack manager Amorim

Manchester United have sacked head coach Ruben Amorim, the Premier League club said on Monday, a day after they were held to a draw by relegation-threatened Leeds United.