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Favourites stumble in North Africa

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 17:07:00 GMT

New African champions Esperance suffered their first domestic defeat in almost a year in Tunisia, while Algerian leaders USM Alger lost a narrow derby battle and new champions were crowned in Kenya and Madagascar.

Tusker pip holders for title

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 20:10:00 GMT

Tusker clinched the Kenyan league championship on the final day of the season, defeating Congo United 1-0 to beat out holders Ulinzi Stars by a single point for the trophy.

Familiar names grab trophies

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:47:00 GMT

Titles were won in Côte d’Ivoire, Sudan and Zimbabwe by teams familiar with the top of the table, while the league race in Kenya is down to the final week with all to play for.

Adebayor leads Togo as minnows fall

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:51:00 GMT

Emmanuel Adebayor returned to the Togo side to help them become one of ten teams into the group stage of African qualifying for Brazil 2014, which also included Kenya, who eased by Seychelles.

Nyamweya: Let’s come together for Kenya

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 17:04:00 GMT

Visiting the Home of FIFA on Tuesday, the President of the Football Kenya Federation Sam Nyamweya spoke to the FIFA President and FIFA.com.

Africa's away teams find joy

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:17:00 GMT

On the first matchday in the African Zone of Brazil 2014 qualifying, scores favoured the away teams as six out of the ten won on a goal-laden day for travellers.

Kenya confident for Seychelles showdown

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 16:52:00 GMT

Dennis Oliech has said he and the rest of his Kenyan team-mates are confident ahead of their 2014 FIFA World Cup™ preliminary clash with the Seychelles as they look to reach the group stages.

First roll of the dice for African hopefuls

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:22:00 GMT

The long road to Brazil commences in Africa on Friday as the first round of qualifying kicks off featuring 22 teams, each seeking to keep their 2014 FIFA World Cup™ dreams alive.

Injured Mariga out of Kenya squad

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:39:00 GMT

Kenya midfielder McDonald Mariga picked up a hand injury while playing for Real Sociedad in La Liga and has been ruled out for Kenya's first-round qualifying match against Seychelles for Brazil 2014.

Africa sets off on road to Brazil

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 07:38:00 GMT

The long journey for African representatives aiming to reach Brazil 2014 commences this weekend with 22 nations participating in Round One.

Trio of champs crowned in Africa

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:35:00 GMT

Champions clinched top spots from Angola to Mozambique to Zambia, as the Tunisian league got underway and Ghana's Hearts of Oak kept up their strong start.

Jean Louis: Seychelles on track

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 07:20:00 GMT

Ahead of next week's Brazil 2014 qualifier against Kenya, Seychelles coach Ralph Jean Louis says his side, representing Africa's smallest nation, are playing with confidence and gunning for a place in the African group stage.

Kimanzi returns as Kenya coach

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 17:28:00 GMT

Kenya have appointed Francis Kimanzi as the new national team coach to replace the recently sacked Zedekiah Otieno.

Noses in front for old favourites

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:28:00 GMT

Not only have Al Ahly and Zamalek risen to the top in Egypt, but Ghana's most successful duo and a familiar face in South Africa have carved out early domestic leads.

Expectations thrown in African whirlwind

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 01:26:00 GMT

Nigeria and South Africa will join Egypt and Cameroon on the outside of the continental championship as they both stumbled at home, while the likes of Niger and Libya confirmed unlikely spots in the finals.

Eight qualify but big boys are denied

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 19:59:00 GMT

A dramatic day of 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying action ended with elimination for Nigeria and South Africa, while Angola, Ghana and Tunisia were among those who ensured themselves a place at the tournament.

All to play for on Africa’s final weekend

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:42:00 GMT

Qualifying for the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations concludes this weekend with big guns Nigeria and South Africa needing to make up ground to reach the finals, and a host of outsiders aiming to make a bit of history.

Mariga looking forward to Uganda meeting

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:12:00 GMT

MacDonald Mariga expects a "fierce contest" when Kenya travel to face Uganda for their all-important 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match on Saturday.

SuperSport are back, Kenya to the wire

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:28:00 GMT

After a slump last season, SuperSport are back at the top of the table in South Africa in the early going, while Kenya and Angola's leagues head down the stretch with races too close to call.

Leaders stay close in Angola, Zambia

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:19:00 GMT

The race for league glory stayed tight at a key moment in Angola and Zambia, while Tusker FC have opened up a lead headed down the stretch in Kenya.

Lives transformed at homeless showpiece

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 09:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com reports on the continued growth of the Homeless World Cup, the most recent edition of which recently took place in Paris.

Duo qualify as final day looms

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 03:43:00 GMT

Senegal and Burkina Faso were the big winners over the weekend as the pair booked passage to the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, but seven groups remain up for grabs with one qualifying round to go.

Niger edge closer, Uganda stumble

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 19:35:00 GMT

Niger edged closer to qualifying for next year's CAF Africa Cup of Nations with a win over South Africa, while Uganda lost to Angola and Nigeria beat Madagascar.

Burkinabe through, Egypt crash out

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 21:26:00 GMT

Burkina Faso booked their place at the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, while defending champions Egypt crashed out to Sierra Leone.

Do or die weekend in Africa

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 06:57:00 GMT

With all but a handful of teams still in the running to reach the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations, the continent is set for what should be a dramatic few days of qualifiers this weekend.

Ouakam edge closer, Benni's instant impact

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:27:00 GMT

Benni McCarthy made a fairy tale start to his return to South African league football with a goal for Orlando Pirates, while US Ouakam closed in on a first-ever league title in Senegal with four rounds left to play.

Leaders stumble in Senegal, Angola

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 16:59:00 GMT

Despite a loss at the weekend, US Ouakam still hold a healthy lead heading into the end of the Senegalese season as Kabuscorp's poor form has let the chasing pack catch up in Angola.

Super Eagles favoured to soar

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 09:51:00 GMT

With Malawi drawn alongside two qualifiers, of which Namibia and Kenya look favourites, heavy-hitters Nigeria will fancy their chances in Group F, but a lacklustre record against minnows means they can't relax.

Merreikh keep cruising, Dolphin rebound

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:30:00 GMT

FIFA.com casts an eye over the weekend action in Africa, where Sudan's Al Merreikh kept up their near-perfect season, while the league races in Nigeria, Kenya and Angola stayed tight at the top.

Bad patch for African leaders

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 13:37:00 GMT

FIFA.com looks back at the weekend action in Africa, where teams at the top of the tables in Angola and Nigeria continued their struggles, while a fairytale club leads the pack in Zimbabwe.

Hot shots hunt decisive All-Africa goals

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 09:01:00 GMT

Some of Africa's young, up-and-coming talent will be out to seal their country's safe passage to the All-Africa Games, with South Africa star Bongani Ndulula and Nigeria's Nosa Igiehor looking to keep up their scoring streak.

Uganda win big in Kenya qualifier

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 18:47:00 GMT

A 5-1 win over local rivals Kenya saw Uganda take a major step towards the All Africa-Games finals, with four second half goals for the visitors seeing them take a commanding advantage into the second leg.

Holders beaten by Congo DR in qualifier

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 19:45:00 GMT

Cameroon lost the first leg of their All-Africa Games against Congo DR 1-0 as they hoped to make it to the tournament proper and retain the competition's football title for a fourth successive time.

Leaders slip in Cameroon, Egypt

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 13:53:00 GMT

Egypt's Zamalek and Cameroon's Coton Sport both drew in the latest round of action, but it's only likely to cost the former as the chasing Al Ahly try to pass them.

Giant-killers Sofapaka bow out despite win

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 23:43:00 GMT

CAF Confederation Cup giant-killers Sofapaka of Kenya bowed out on aggregate despite defeating Tunisia's Club Africain, while ASEC Mimosas, InterClube and Kaduna United also progressed.

Sofapaka eye a place in history

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 09:09:00 GMT

Kenya's Sofapaka are aiming to overcome a three-goal deficit and become the first Kenyan team in the CAF Confederation Cup group phase, while plenty of other teams are also vying for places.

ASEC thrive in homecoming, InterClube win

Mon, 30 May 2011 12:12:00 GMT

Having been unable to play at home in recent weeks due to violence in Côte d'Ivoire, ASEC Mimosas took full advantage of a return to their own stadium with a 4-0 win over Primeiro Agosto, while InterClube won 3-0.

Football for Health developments in Africa

Mon, 30 May 2011 10:25:00 GMT

Following successful pilot evaluations of the ’11 for Health’ programme and the nationwide implementation of it in Mauritius, F-MARC embarked on a four-week mission of further developments in Africa.

Pirates steal it, Raja hold on

Mon, 23 May 2011 14:49:00 GMT

Supporters of Orlando Pirates were celebrating an unlikely and dramatic title triumph over the weekend, while Raja Casablanca lifted the trophy in Morocco.

Cup glory beckons for Kenyan club

Fri, 06 May 2011 08:34:00 GMT

Sofapaka are just a win away from becoming the first Kenyan club to reach the CAF Confederation Cup play-offs, while Nigeria are well placed to have two representatives in the last 16.

African Leagues review

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 14:45:00 GMT

Raja Casablanca took command of the Moroccan Botola with a 3-0 victory, while upstarts in Ghana, Kenya and Zimbabwe all made inroads in their respective title races.

African Leagues review

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 18:31:00 GMT

The Moroccan Botola has its fourth new leader in recent weeks, while early days stayed good for current table toppers in Kenya and Zimbabwe.

Kenya on the cusp of a new era

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 06:23:00 GMT

MacDonald Mariga's late winner for Kenya over Angola at the weekend has given a lift to the Harambee Stars as their CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign hits the halfway mark with all to play for.

Uche goal ends injury nightmare

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:08:00 GMT

Ikechukwu Uche has put a knee injury nightmare behind him after scoring a goal for Nigeria in their 3-0 victory over Kenya in a friendly at Abuja National Stadium.

Kabylie, Maghreb aiming to avoid upsets

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 09:07:00 GMT

Algerian giants JS Kabylie will carry just a one-goal cushion into the second leg of their CAF Confederation Cup tie away to Mauritanian minnows Tevragh Zeina, while Moroccan heavyweights Maghreb Fes travel to Sahel following a goalless draw.

Mariga sees red after Kenya rescue

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 18:18:00 GMT

After scoring the game-winning goal for Kenya in their 2-1 win over Angola, MacDonald Mariga ripped off his shirt in celebration and was consequently sent off for the offense.

African Leagues review

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:19:00 GMT

Asante Kotoko continued their climb up the table in Ghana with a 2-0 victory over rivals Hearts of Oak, while ASO Chlef opened up a five-point lead at the top in Algeria.

Yingli Green Energy brings light to Nairobi

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 14:57:00 GMT

The Football for Hope Center in the Mathare Township of Nairobi was officially opened with much joy on Wednesday as part of FIFA's 20 Centres for 2010 campaign.

Zamalek win on return, Ivorians advance

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 14:55:00 GMT

Zamalek won narrowly as football resumed in Egypt, while Jeunesse and ASEC Abidjan made light work of joining them in the second round of the CAF Champions League.

Moroccan clubs maintain charge

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:33:00 GMT

Morocco's three-club presence at the CAF Confederation Cup remained intact after the both their sides competing in the first round qualified, but Difaa al-Jadida cut it finer than Moghreb Fes, relying on a last-minute goal.