AFRICA
Ivory Coast claim first 2026 World Cup win for Africa as Amad Diallo sinks Ecuador
Ivory Coast gave Africa an early boost at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Ecuador 1-0 in Group E, becoming the first team from the continent to register a victory at the tournament.
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World Cup qualifiers: Senegal, Cote d'Ivoire book spots in 2026 global showpiece
Senegal and Cote d'Ivoire confirmed their qualification for the 2026 World Cup in CAF qualifying action on Tuesday night, while Nigeria, Gabon and DR Congo will battle it out in the playoffs for a spot at the global showpiece.
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Proteas suffer another injury setback as Lutho Sipamla ruled out of Namibia tri-series
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