by Emmanuel Atanga | Jun 25, 2025 | AFCON, Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, Soccer
Rabat, Morocco – June 25, 2025
Excitement is building across the continent as CAF and the Local Organising Committee officially announced that ticket sales for the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will begin this week.
In a two-phase rollout, the first window opens on Thursday, 26 June, exclusively for VISA cardholders. The general public will then gain access to purchase tickets starting Saturday, 28 June, with all tickets available through WeBook.com. Fans can choose from three ticket categories: Premium, Category 1, and Category 2.
The tournament officially kicks off on Friday, 5 July 2025, as host nation Morocco takes on Zambia at the state-of-the-art Olympic Stadium in Rabat, with kick-off set for 21:00 local time (20:00 GMT).
This year’s edition features 12 elite teams, drawn into the following groups:
Group A: Morocco, Zambia, Senegal, DR Congo
Group B: Nigeria, Tunisia, Algeria, Botswana
Group C: South Africa, Ghana, Mali, Tanzania
With anticipation sky-high and the countdown to kick-off underway, Africa’s premier women’s football event promises drama, passion, and unforgettable moments under the Moroccan lights.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Jun 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Tottenham Hotspur have opened talks with Bournemouth over the potential transfer of Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo, as the North London club intensifies its search for attacking reinforcements ahead of the new season.
With uncertainty surrounding Heung-min Son’s future amid a possible Saudi Arabia move, Spurs have identified Semenyo as a key target. The 25-year-old is under contract with Bournemouth until 2029, but that hasn’t stopped Tottenham from making their interest known.
According to Football Insider, Bournemouth have slapped a hefty £70 million price tag on Semenyo in a bid to fend off interest. Despite the valuation, there’s growing concern within the Cherries’ camp about losing one of their most influential players. Manager Andoni Iraola is said to be preparing for Semenyo’s potential departure and has started compiling a list of replacements.
Tottenham recently broke their transfer record to sign Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth for £65 million — and could now be forced to top that figure if they are to bring Semenyo to North London.
Semenyo enjoyed a standout 2024/25 season, netting 11 goals and providing 5 assists, playing a pivotal role in Bournemouth’s top-half Premier League finish.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Jun 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
With Antoine Semenyo’s departure from Bournemouth growing increasingly likely this summer, the Premier League side have begun drafting contingency plans to replace the Ghanaian forward.
The 24-year-old has attracted strong interest from several clubs across Europe following a breakout season in England, prompting Bournemouth to consider alternative attacking options should a deal be finalized.
Talks are believed to be ongoing behind the scenes, with Bournemouth determined to maintain their squad depth ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Story developing as club prepares for key summer moves.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Jun 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
It’s now confirmed: Thomas Partey will leave Arsenal when his contract expires at the end of the month, making him a free agent.
The Ghanaian midfielder’s exit, first reported last week, has now been solidified as the Gunners move forward with plans to reshape their midfield.
Arsenal have already opened talks with Brentford over a potential deal for Christian Nørgaard, who is being considered as Partey’s replacement ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Partey joined Arsenal from Atlético Madrid in 2020 and made over 100 appearances for the North London club.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Jun 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian winger Kamaldeen Sulemana could be on his way to Italy, with interest growing from Serie A clubs ahead of the new season.
The 22-year-old Southampton player is being monitored closely following the Saints’ promotion back to the Premier League, but a move to the Italian top flight is now a strong possibility.
Sulemana’s pace and flair have caught the attention of multiple Serie A sides looking to bolster their attacking options this summer. A transfer could materialize in the coming weeks if negotiations progress.
