ALGERIA
WAFCON 2024: Ghana Edge Algeria in Penalty Shootout Thriller to Reach Semi-Finals
Ghana’s Black Queens have booked their spot in the semi-finals of the ongoing TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Algeria, following a goalless stalemate after extra time at Stade Mohamed V in Casablanca. The quarter-final clash lived up to its billing as a cagey, hard-fought […]
Flamingos Thrash Algeria 4-0, Inch Closer to U-17 World Cup
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, took a giant step towards qualifying for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a 4-0 thrashing of Algeria in the first leg of their final qualifying match. The team’s coach, Bankole Olowookere, expressed delight at the win, saying, “I’m grateful to God for the Flamingos 4-0 win against […]
Olisa Wins Africa Super Zonal Chess Championship
Tennyson Olisa, a 22-year-old Nigerian, made history by winning the inaugural Africa Super Zonal Chess Championship in Lagos. He finished with 7½ points from nine rounds. Olisa dominated a strong field with precision and maturity beyond his years, earning a shot at qualifying for the 2025 FIDE World Cup. “This means the world to me,” […]
ALGERIA TRIUMPHS OVER BOTSWANA IN THRILLING WORLD CUP QUALIFIER
In a heart-stopping display of skill and determination, Algeria emerged victorious over Botswana in their highly anticipated World Cup qualifier match. The Desert Foxes secured a convincing 3-1 win, solidifying their position at the top of Group G in the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The electrifying match, held at the Francistown Stadium […]