by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 17, 2025 | AFCON, Africa, Europe, International, Soccer
Didier Drogba has once again shown that true legends recognize greatness in their peers.
During a recent gala match in Seoul, the Ivorian icon was asked to compare some of football’s biggest strikers across generations.
With ease, Drogba chose Thierry Henry over Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé, and selected Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of both Henry and Robert Lewandowski. But when the debate shifted to Cristiano Ronaldo versus Samuel Eto’o, Drogba refused to pick a winner.
That single moment spoke volumes. Despite years of being pitted against each other, Drogba made it clear that Samuel Eto’o stands in a class of his own—beyond comparison. His heartfelt refusal was more than respect; it was an open acknowledgment of the Cameroonian’s enduring legacy.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 17, 2025 | Africa, International, Soccer, World Cup
Zimbabwe’s Warriors will “host” South Africa next month in Botswana for their penultimate Group C fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, according to City Press.
CAF’s stadium standards have forced Zimbabwe to play all home games outside the country, with most recent fixtures staged in South Africa. To avoid handing Bafana Bafana an unintended advantage, the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is moving this clash to Botswana instead.
While Zimbabwe are already eliminated from World Cup contention, the match will double as a tune-up for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco this December. Details of the Botswana venue are expected to be confirmed soon.
Elsewhere in the group, Lesotho—another side without a CAF-approved stadium—will also continue to use South Africa as their adopted home ground when they host Nigeria’s Super Eagles next month.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 17, 2025 | Africa, Europe, International, Nigeria, Soccer
At just 17 years old, Rio Ngumoha etched his name into Anfield folklore by becoming Liverpool’s youngest-ever player in UEFA Champions League history.
The teenage sensation stepped onto Europe’s grandest stage with composure beyond his years, a moment that will be remembered by Reds fans for decades.
Liverpool’s academy continues to shine, proving the club’s commitment to nurturing future stars.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 17, 2025 | Africa, Europe, International, Soccer
Mohamed Salah etched his name into Liverpool’s record books on a memorable Champions League night at Anfield.
Within just six minutes of the Reds’ 2025/26 group-stage encounter with Atlético Madrid, the Egyptian king delivered a dazzling double impact—first setting up a goal in the 4th minute, then finding the net himself two minutes later.
This remarkable feat makes Salah the first Liverpool player since Steve McManaman in March 1996 to both score and assist inside the opening six minutes of any competitive match.
The electric start sent Anfield into raptures and set the tone for another magical European evening on Merseyside.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 17, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo has been officially crowned Bournemouth’s Player of the Month for August, capping off a brilliant start to the Premier League season.
The 24-year-old attacker proved decisive for the Cherries, featuring in four matches and delivering two goals alongside two assists, a blend of flair and efficiency that won over fans and teammates alike.
Semenyo’s sharp movement, clinical finishing, and creative spark have made him one of Bournemouth’s most reliable weapons early in the campaign, setting a strong tone for the months ahead.
