Mohamed Salah has once again etched his name in football history, becoming the all-time top scorer in World Cup qualifiers with 18 goals. The Egyptian King now stands shoulder to shoulder with African greats Didier Drogba, Samuel Eto’o, and Islam Slimani.
Another record, another day for a player who continues to prove why many call him the best in the world.
For more than two years, Sudan has been torn apart by a brutal civil war, leaving cities divided and families scattered. Yet, amidst the chaos and pain, a rare symbol of unity has risen — the Sudanese national soccer team. Against all odds, they continue to shine, carrying the dreams of a fractured nation and standing closer than ever to making history with a first-ever FIFA World Cup qualification.
Former French international Emmanuel Petit has cautioned Liverpool against signing Alexander Isak, suggesting the move could undermine the progress of Hugo Ekitike at Anfield.
Petit explained that Ekitike’s journey has already been a rollercoaster — from enduring heavy criticism and lack of trust at PSG, to rediscovering himself in Germany, and now thriving at Liverpool. He noted that the young striker is finally enjoying confidence and responsibility at one of the world’s biggest clubs.
But with Isak potentially arriving for a hefty price tag, Petit fears the balance could be disrupted.
️ “Do you really think Isak would sit on the bench? In big games, who starts? It could damage Ekitike’s momentum, and that would be a shame given how well he’s settled.”
The French legend admitted Liverpool’s packed schedule means there would be minutes for both forwards, but he stressed the danger of Ekitike being sidelined in crucial matches.
A special night in France as Hugo Ekitike made his long-awaited senior debut for Les Bleus, stepping onto the big stage with pride. ✨
At the heart of defense, Ibrahima Konaté stood tall, starting and finishing the match as France secured a confident 2-0 win.
The future looks bright for Didier Deschamps’ side.
In the African World Cup Qualifiers, finding the back of the net against Côte d’Ivoire has become one of the toughest challenges on the continent. ⚽
The Elephants’ defense has been rock-solid, leaving opponents frustrated and making goals look like a near-impossible task.