Laryea Kingston's Uganda dash Ghana U17 World Cup hopes with penalty victory
The Black Starlets lost 8-7 on penalties after a dramatic 2-2 draw, as a last-gasp VAR handball decision denied Ghana victory and sent Uganda to the World Cup.
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Fixtures for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers confirmed as teams see path to finals
The fixtures are out for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, providing the likes of South Africa, Nigeria and Ghana with their path to the continental showpiece event.
Uganda schedules friendly fixtures versus Tanzania and Madagascar in June
As part of their preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Federation of Football Association of Uganda (FUFA) has organised two friendly matches for the national team for the upcoming…
Black Starlets eliminated from U-17 AFCON by cruel draw of lots despite South Africa win
Ghana finished third in Group D on equal points with Algeria after an agonising tiebreaker, but retain a chance to reach the U-17 World Cup through a playoff against Uganda.
Benni to face Bafana Draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers concluded
Kenya coach Benni McCarthy will come up against compatriots South Africa as one of several mouth-watering match-ups in the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations after the draw was concluded i…
Kenyan government give timeline on new stadium ahead of AFCON 2027
The government of Kenya has affirmed that construction works at the Raila Odinga International Stadium at Talanta Sports City, currently at 91% completion, will be finalised by the end of July as Ken…
Event coordinators emphasise security measures prior to AFCON 2027 in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania
Kenyan organisers have prioritised security for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as plans to host the continental sporting event alongside Uganda and Tanzania continue to motor on.
East African Countries Pledge to Stage Unrivalled 2027 AFCON for Global Audiences
Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania have promised to deliver one of the best Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) dubbed ‘PAMOJA 2027’ in East Africa.
Didier Drogba Prepared to Partner with Tanzania for 2027 AFCON Preparations
Former Chelsea FC and Ivory Coast national team player Didier Drogba has said he is ready to collaborate with Tanzania in promoting the sports sector, especially football, as part of the preparations…
Samson Adamu calls on East Africa to embrace fresh approach before 2027 AFCON
Confederation of African Football (CAF) acting secretary general Samson Adamu has warned East Africa to look beyond comparing hosting 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) with the upcoming 2027 A…