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Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí joins an elite club of three – Platini and Messi – after securing he...EuronewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGFrench player Ousmane Dembélé wins men's Ballon d'OrThe 28-year-old Paris Saint-Germain forward broke down in tears as he thanked his family for their sacrifices in helping him win.AfricanewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGDembélé, Yamal and Bonmati in the spotlight at Ballon d’Or ceremonyThe 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris features top stars and rising talent. Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal are among the favorites in the men’s category, while Aitana Bonmati aims for a historic third consecutive win in the women’s ca...France 24VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGLebanese footballer defies odds in comeback from Israeli attackLast November, Lebanese national women’s team footballer Celine Haidar was struck by shrapnel from an Israeli air strike in Beirut. In January, she defied the odds when she woke up from a coma. Now, she’s determined to get back on the pi...TRT WorldVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGCanada’s first pro women’s soccer league faces test beyond seasonThe Northern Super League’s first season is wrapping up. There was a lot of excitement surrounding it, but attracting players hasn’t been simple when competing with well-established leagues in Europe and the U.S.CBC NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGResearcher explains new study on soccer headers and brain traumaTwo studies are revealing new insight into the effects of head impacts while playing sports like soccer. One study focused on frequent soccer headers by amateur players.CBS NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGIvory Coast exhibition retraces history through footballIn the bustling suburb of Abobo, a new museum exhibit is drawing crowds with an unexpected twist on the history of elephants. But these aren't just the massive gray creatures that roam West Africa's forests.France 24VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGEx-Arsenal star Thomas Partey denies rape and assault chargesGhanaian football star Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to charges of rape and sexual assault in London.AfricanewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGSalah surpasses Cole with 188 goalsWith a nerve-of-steel penalty in the dying moments of the match, Mohamed Salah cemented his legacy among the Premier League's most elite goal scorers, climbing into fourth place on the competition's all-time list and keeping Liverpool's ...AfricanewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGLess than 100 days till kick off in AFCON Morocco 2025The countdown is on! Just 100 days remain until the 35th Africa Cup of Nations kicks off and this time, Morocco is set to host the continent’s biggest football spectacle, from December 21st, 2025 to January 18th, 2026.AfricanewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGHeat, extreme weather threaten 2026 FIFA World Cup venues, study findsVenues set to host 2026 FIFA World Cup matches are at risk of extreme conditions caused by heat, storms and drought, according to a new report called Pitches in Peril, published by Football for Future and Common Goal.CBS NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGSpringbok women gear up for World Cup showdown against New ZealandSpringbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin has unveiled his squad for Saturday's crucial Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand in Exeter.AfricanewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGAll you need to know about the latest FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiersSenegal has defeated DRC to claim leadership of Group B, Ivory Coast keeps Gabon at bay, and Cape Verde, one of the smallest countries in the world, potentially qualifies. Here is everything you need to know.AfricanewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGWorld Cup 2026 ticket presale fiercely competitive for fansThe FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets presale kicks off this week with fans entering an initial draw giving winners a chance to purchase seats, with subsequent phases of tickets released in the coming months.CBC NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGTunisia second team after Morocco to qualify for FIFA World CupMohamed Ali Ben Romdhane sent Tunisia to the World Cup with a goal in the fourth minute of injury time that secured a 1-0 win over Equatorial Guinea on Monday in qualifying.AfricanewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGCanadian soccer phenom makes a splash with Arsenal debutAt 21, Canadian soccer phenom Olivia Smith has represented her country, launched her professional career and set a world record with a nearly $2-million Cdn transfer fee. Smith spoke to CBC’s Briar Stewart about her journey from Whitby, ...CBC NewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGNo. 13 hangs in history as San Diego Wave retires Alex Morgan’s numberThe San Diego Wave officially retired the No. 13 jersey of soccer legend Alex Morgan, cementing her legacy both on and off the pitch.Scripps LocalVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGPortuguese team pays emotional tribute to Diogo JotaHis family and widow, Rute, were present to unveil a framed bronze Portugal shirt with Jota's name and number on at the nation's training base in Lisbon.AfricanewsVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGOnline gaming warning, as football season beginsAs fall football begins, the BBB is warning fans to watch out for fraudulent online gambling sites where you can lose hundreds of dollars or more.Scripps LocalVIEWEDNOW PLAYINGFlag football’s profile rising ahead of OlympicsFlag football is a sport on the rise, in part because of its inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Some CFL players are helping children learn the ins and outs of the game.CBC News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGRonaldo becomes first billionaire footballerAfter renewing his contract with the Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, the Portuguese player Cristiano Ronaldo had his fortune valued at 1.2 billion euros.Euronews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGSan Diego FC scores big on and off pitch in inaugural seasonSDFC set a Major League Soccer record for an expansion team with the most wins and most points in a season and broke the league's all-time record for annual retail sales.Scripps Local
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGZidane's son Luca named in Algeria squad for 2026 world cup qualifiersIn a move blending football legacy with national pride, Luca Zidane, the 27-year-old goalkeeper and son of French legend Zinédine Zidane, has received his first call-up to the Algerian national team, potentially helping the side secure i...Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGBarcelona, Paris Saint-Germain go head-to-head in Champions LeagueParis Saint-Germain and Barcelona meet in the Champions League in a clash between two of the favourites to win the competition this season. Defending champion PSG is aiming to join Real Madrid as the only team to retain the title in the ...France 24
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGFIFA strips South Africa of World Cup qualifying pointsSouth Africa's hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup have suffered a major blow after it was stripped of three points for fielding an ineligible player.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGMorocco introduces simplified e-authorisation for CAN 2025The measure applies to nationals from Algeria, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Gabon, Niger, Senegal, Togo, and Tunisia — all of which are visa-exempt for Morocco under ordinary circumstances.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGWhy the 2026 FIFA World Cup has three mascotsFor the first time in its six-decade history, the biggest sporting event on the planet will be split among three nations — the U.S., Mexico and Canada. Fittingly, that means not one but three mascots for the FIFA World Cup.CBS News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYING2026 FIFA World Cup mascots revealedFIFA has unveiled its mascots for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, with one for each host country. Canada will be represented by Maple the moose, Mexico by Zayu the jaguar and the U.S. by Clutch the bald eagle.CBC News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGA first look at BMO's FIFA transformationPhase one of BMO field's $146-million renovation is complete ahead of next year's FIFA World Cup. CBC's Dale Manucdoc got a tour.CBC News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGAfrica's big names make it to the 2025 Ballon d'Or final rankingThe 2025 Ballon d'Or showcased some outstanding talents. Mohamed Salah has made headlines yet again, climbing to fourth place in the rankings.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGPSG's Dembélé beats out Lamine Yamal in Ballon d'Or raceOusmane Dembélé edges past Lamine Yamal to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or after a remarkable season which saw PSG win its first Champions League title. Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí joins an elite club of three – Platini and Messi – after securing he...Euronews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGFrench player Ousmane Dembélé wins men's Ballon d'OrThe 28-year-old Paris Saint-Germain forward broke down in tears as he thanked his family for their sacrifices in helping him win.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGDembélé, Yamal and Bonmati in the spotlight at Ballon d’Or ceremonyThe 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris features top stars and rising talent. Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal are among the favorites in the men’s category, while Aitana Bonmati aims for a historic third consecutive win in the women’s ca...France 24
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGLebanese footballer defies odds in comeback from Israeli attackLast November, Lebanese national women’s team footballer Celine Haidar was struck by shrapnel from an Israeli air strike in Beirut. In January, she defied the odds when she woke up from a coma. Now, she’s determined to get back on the pi...TRT World
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGCanada’s first pro women’s soccer league faces test beyond seasonThe Northern Super League’s first season is wrapping up. There was a lot of excitement surrounding it, but attracting players hasn’t been simple when competing with well-established leagues in Europe and the U.S.CBC News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGResearcher explains new study on soccer headers and brain traumaTwo studies are revealing new insight into the effects of head impacts while playing sports like soccer. One study focused on frequent soccer headers by amateur players.CBS News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGIvory Coast exhibition retraces history through footballIn the bustling suburb of Abobo, a new museum exhibit is drawing crowds with an unexpected twist on the history of elephants. But these aren't just the massive gray creatures that roam West Africa's forests.France 24
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGEx-Arsenal star Thomas Partey denies rape and assault chargesGhanaian football star Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to charges of rape and sexual assault in London.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGSalah surpasses Cole with 188 goalsWith a nerve-of-steel penalty in the dying moments of the match, Mohamed Salah cemented his legacy among the Premier League's most elite goal scorers, climbing into fourth place on the competition's all-time list and keeping Liverpool's ...Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGLess than 100 days till kick off in AFCON Morocco 2025The countdown is on! Just 100 days remain until the 35th Africa Cup of Nations kicks off and this time, Morocco is set to host the continent’s biggest football spectacle, from December 21st, 2025 to January 18th, 2026.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGHeat, extreme weather threaten 2026 FIFA World Cup venues, study findsVenues set to host 2026 FIFA World Cup matches are at risk of extreme conditions caused by heat, storms and drought, according to a new report called Pitches in Peril, published by Football for Future and Common Goal.CBS News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGSpringbok women gear up for World Cup showdown against New ZealandSpringbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin has unveiled his squad for Saturday's crucial Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand in Exeter.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGAll you need to know about the latest FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiersSenegal has defeated DRC to claim leadership of Group B, Ivory Coast keeps Gabon at bay, and Cape Verde, one of the smallest countries in the world, potentially qualifies. Here is everything you need to know.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGWorld Cup 2026 ticket presale fiercely competitive for fansThe FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets presale kicks off this week with fans entering an initial draw giving winners a chance to purchase seats, with subsequent phases of tickets released in the coming months.CBC News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGTunisia second team after Morocco to qualify for FIFA World CupMohamed Ali Ben Romdhane sent Tunisia to the World Cup with a goal in the fourth minute of injury time that secured a 1-0 win over Equatorial Guinea on Monday in qualifying.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGCanadian soccer phenom makes a splash with Arsenal debutAt 21, Canadian soccer phenom Olivia Smith has represented her country, launched her professional career and set a world record with a nearly $2-million Cdn transfer fee. Smith spoke to CBC’s Briar Stewart about her journey from Whitby, ...CBC News
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGNo. 13 hangs in history as San Diego Wave retires Alex Morgan’s numberThe San Diego Wave officially retired the No. 13 jersey of soccer legend Alex Morgan, cementing her legacy both on and off the pitch.Scripps Local
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGPortuguese team pays emotional tribute to Diogo JotaHis family and widow, Rute, were present to unveil a framed bronze Portugal shirt with Jota's name and number on at the nation's training base in Lisbon.Africanews
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGOnline gaming warning, as football season beginsAs fall football begins, the BBB is warning fans to watch out for fraudulent online gambling sites where you can lose hundreds of dollars or more.Scripps Local
VIEWEDNOW PLAYINGFlag football’s profile rising ahead of OlympicsFlag football is a sport on the rise, in part because of its inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Some CFL players are helping children learn the ins and outs of the game.CBC News
