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Nigerian coach Alyo Zubero leads Etisalat Misr to a historic Egypt Cup upset over Al Ahly, signaling a bold statement from a second-division club.
Egypt Cup

Nigerian Coach Upsets the Giants: Etisalat Misr Dethrones Al Ahly 2-1 in Egypt Cup

Nigerian manager Alyo Zubero guided Etisalat Misr to a stunning 2-1 upset over Al Ahly in the Egypt Cup Round of 32. The victory marked Etisalat Misr’s first-ever win against the mighty Red Devils and earned them a Round of 16 clash with Pharco. Zubero, 61, has a storied Nigerian coaching résumé, including stints with Wikki Tourists and Canemi Warriors, and experience with Nigeria’s U-20 team. His journey underlines how an outsider can shake up football’s power dynamics, even in Africa’s oldest cup competition.

Liverpool edge Wolves 2-1 at Anfield in a tense Premier League clash, Led by Gravenberch and Vertz, with Slot praising rotations and Vertz’s impact.
Premier League

Late Goals, Bright Hopes: Liverpool Edge Wolves with a Rapid Fire Duo

Liverpool secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton at Anfield, with a swift double from Gravenberch and Vertz. Wolves pulled one back through Bueno, but Liverpool’s resilience shone through despite key absences. Slot praised Vertz and noted positive signs from fresh rotations, while tributes added an emotional layer to the win. The result lifts Liverpool to a provisional fourth place as the season tightens.

Mali Morocco AFCON 2025 Doumbia shines in midfield
AFCON 2025

Midfield Spark: Doumbia Shines for Mali in AFCON 2025 Draw with Morocco

Mali's Mohamed Doumbia, who plies his trades with Al-Ittihad, starred for his country at AFCON 2025, helping secure a 1-1 draw with Morocco in the group stage. He dominated the midfield, holding his own against Morocco's big names and racking up eight successful tackles, a tournament high. A late injury forced his substitution, casting doubt on his availability for the next match. Mali sit second in the group on two points, just behind leaders Morocco.

Ronaldo and Felix star as Al-Nassr beat Al-Okhdood 3-0, each with 12 goals in the first 10 league games.
Saudi Pro League

Ronaldo & Felix Ignite Al-Nassr: A 3-0 Win and a New Scoring Milestone

Ronaldo and Felix propelled Al-Nassr to a 3-0 victory over Al-Okhdood, each finding the net as the team extends its top-of-table lead. The duo joined an elite club with 12 goals in the first 10 league games, a feat last achieved by Omar Suma and Guillermo Rivas. Opta confirms the milestone amid a season full of pace and precision. This report breaks down the night, the records, and what it means for Al-Nassr.

Arsenal vs Brighton Emirates Stadium 2-1 Premier League 2025
Premier League

Arsenal Snaps Up a Precious 3 Points: Ødegaard Leads, Brighton Falls Short

Arsenal beat Brighton 2-1 at the Emirates to reclaim the Premier League summit. Ødegaard opened the scoring with a clinical strike, and an own goal credited to Giorginio Rotter doubled the lead before Brighton replied through Diego Gomes. The Norwegian captain lauded the win, highlighting control from the start and resilience late on. The result leaves Arsenal on 42 points and Brighton on 24, with City not far behind.

Egypt Cup 2025 Talae' El-Gaish vs Ismailia Electricity penalties highlights
Egypt Cup

Penalty Drama Seals Talae' El-Gaish’s Egypt Cup Quarterfinals Berth

Talae' El-Gaish advanced to the Egypt Cup quarterfinals after a 1-1 draw with Ismailia Electricity and a 4-2 penalty win. Mohammed Atif put the Army side ahead in the 30th minute, with Abdullah Maradona equalizing late for Electricity. The match went to extra time and penalties, decided by a strong display from Talae' El-Gaish under coach Jumaa Mashhour. They now await the winner of Ceramica Cleopatra versus the Zamalek-Al-Mahalla tie as the Round of 16 continues.

AS FAR Rabat and Al Ahly clash amid CAF sanctions
CAF Champions League

AS FAR Rabat Faces CAF Sanctions Sting After Al Ahly fray—Appeal in Play

AS FAR Rabat has filed an official appeal with CAF after disciplinary actions following the AS FAR vs Al Ahly clash. The match ended 1-1, amid chaos and crowd trouble. CAF punished AS FAR with two home games behind closed doors and a hefty fine, prompting a formal protest on the club’s Facebook. The club awaits the appeal outcome as sanctions stand, with three matches to be played without spectators. A touch of sport drama and a hint of humor punctuate the setback.

Agadir AFCON 2025 crowd with Egypt fans and CAF safety measures
afcon-2025

Agadir delivers a football fever update: tickets first, safety always, Egypt fans in full force

The Africa Cup of Nations organizers in Agadir issued a formal statement following a large Egyptian fan presence. The release emphasizes Agadir as a host city and reiterates that entry is strictly ticketed under CAF security standards. Officials underscore safety, responsible fan behavior, and international oversight as Morocco prepares to host the 2030 World Cup. The Egyptian federation also thanked Moroccan supporters for backing the Pharaohs.

Al Nassr celebrate historic 3-0 win under Jorge Jesus in Saudi Pro League
Saudi Pro League

Historic Masterstroke: Jesus Sparks an Unprecedented Start for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League

Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus delivers an unprecedented milestone as Al Nassr beat Al Khoud 3-0 in Round 11 of the Saudi Pro League. The victory puts Al Nassr on 30 points, four clear of Al Hilal at the top. This marks the best league start since Saudi professionalism began in 2008-09, with ten straight wins from the opening fixtures. Jesus' achievement eclipses the previous record set by Hilal seven years earlier, sealing a historic moment for the club.