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March 17, 2026

CAF appeal board declares Morocco winner of 2025 AFCON

This followed an appeal filed by the Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) seeking to be declared the victor of the final, won 1-0 by Senegal.

Morocco football team
March 17, 2026

FIFA rejects Nigeria’s petition to disqualify DR Congo from 2026 World Cup qualifiers

The NFF has less than 10 days to successfully appeal the decision before the 2026 World Cup inter-confederation playoff tournament.

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)
March 17, 2026

Iran in talks with FIFA to move World Cup matches away from U.S.

“We are currently negotiating with FIFA to hold Iran’s matches in the World Cup in Mexico,” the Iranian embassy said.

President Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino
March 16, 2026

Premier League hands Chelsea one-year transfer ban, £10 million fine over financial breaches

Chelsea have also been banned from registering new academy players for nine months, with the punishment taking effect immediately.

Chelsea FC
March 16, 2026

World Cup play-offs: FIFA sanctions Nigeria, DRC over laser pointers, security breach

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle accused the Central Africans of using voodoo to defeat Nigeria.

Super Eagles players ver DR Congo players at World Cup play-off
March 16, 2026

FIBA World Cup qualifier: France edge D’Tigress 93–86

The hosts led from start to finish at the Astroballe arena on Sunday, establishing early control and maintaining their advantage throughout the competitive encounter.

D’Tigress
March 16, 2026

Sinner conquers Indian Wells, beats Medvedev for maiden desert crown

Jannik Sinner defeated Daniil Medvedev 7-6(6), 7-6(4) on Sunday to win his first BNP Paribas Open title at Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California.

Sinner playing at Indian Wells
March 15, 2026

NPFL: Shooting Stars edge Wikki Tourists 3–2 in Ibadan thriller

Shooting Stars occupy fourth place behind Nasarawa United, level on points but separated by goal difference.

shooting Stars Sports Club Logo
March 15, 2026

Manchester beat Aston Villa 3-1 to boost Champions League qualification

The victory moves Michael Carrick’s side three points above Villa.

Manchester United logo
March 15, 2026

Middle East crisis forces cancellation of Argentina-Spain Finalissima clash

The European football governing body explained in a statement that attempts to reschedule the game failed.