Can Morocco 2025 update: pape thiaw’s upcoming revelation set to inspire lions

Aïcha Abdou

Fans of Senegal’s national football team are eagerly awaiting a significant announcement from head coach Pape Thiaw ahead of the upcoming CAN Morocco 2025. The highly anticipated revelation will shed light on his experiences during the tournament, offering supporters an exclusive glimpse into the journey behind the scenes. a personal account from the heart of the lions’ den In a recent social media post, Pape Thiaw described his time with the Senegalese national team as an “exceptional adventure.” He shared that he would soon release a video titled “L’Antre du…

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Senegal U17 team beats Tunisia in friendly ahead of CAN U17 2026

Aïcha Abdou

The Senegalese U17 national football team secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Tunisia in a friendly match on Thursday at the Hammam Lif Municipal Stadium. The winning goal was scored by Cheikh Omar Sy, providing a morale boost ahead of their upcoming campaigns. The Lionceaux (Lion Cubs), as the team is affectionately known, will now shift their preparations to Morocco, where they will continue their training before the tournament kicks off. Their first match in the competition is scheduled for May 14 at 4:00 PM against South Africa. CAN U17…

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Senegal u17 triumphs over Tunisia in key friendly match ahead of africa cup

Aïcha Abdou

The Senegal U17 national team secured a crucial victory this Thursday in a friendly match against Tunisia, winning 1-0 at the Hammam Lif Municipal Stadium. This result marks a key milestone in their preparation for the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026. The Senegalese coach, Lamine Sané, fielded a balanced lineup with Assane Sarr, captain and goalkeeper from Ndangane FC, leading the defense alongside Cheikh Dieng, Cheikh Thior, Abdourahmane Dièye, and Thierno Sow. In midfield, Mahamet Ba, Sébastien Nogueira, and Ibrahima Sow worked to control the game’s tempo,…

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CAN 2025 final: Senegal-Morocco dispute moves to TAS

Aïcha Abdou

The legal battle surrounding the CAN 2025 final has intensified, with the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) officially lodging an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS) in Lausanne. This action, taken on March 25, contests the Confédération africaine de football (CAF)’s decision to award the CAN 2025 title to Morocco via administrative ruling, despite Senegal’s 1-0 victory on the field. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) now faces a deadline of May 7 to submit its defense brief to the tribunal. This development marks a critical juncture in…

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Arthur zagré joins Burkina Faso national team

Ousmane Tandja

Born in the Parisian suburb of Neuilly-sur-Seine, Arthur Zagré has forged a football career that spans top European clubs, but now he’s making a bold move—one that connects him to his ancestral roots. At just 24 years old, this left-footed defender has chosen to represent Burkina Faso, the land of his heritage, after decades of playing under the French flag. Zagré’s football journey began at the Paris Saint-Germain Academy, where his talent caught the eye of coaches and earned him youth international call-ups. Over 23 appearances with the Under-18 and…

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Togo’s foreign visits: when presidential travel overlooks citizens’ economic needs

Aïcha Abdou

As Togolese citizens grapple daily with soaring living costs and persistent power outages, the nation’s focus is squarely on tangible solutions at home. Yet, in a move that has left many bewildered, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, Chair of the Council of Ministers, embarked on a journey to the distant, snow-capped peaks of Kyrgyzstan. While the president’s itinerary may have offered a break from domestic challenges, it has done little to address the urgent needs of the people, sparking widespread frustration and criticism. a trip that misses the mark: priorities out of…

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Mali attacks fuel Sahel security crisis with regional impact

Ousmane Tandja

The coordinated attacks that struck Mali on April 25 have intensified concerns about the escalating security crisis across the Sahel. These assaults, marked by unprecedented scale and sophistication, have exposed critical vulnerabilities in the Malian state while highlighting the adaptive strategies of armed groups and the fragility of external alliances. unprecedented assaults reveal state fragility The April 25 offensive was not a conventional insurgent operation but a meticulously coordinated campaign targeting military and government installations in Bamako, Kati, Gao, Kidal, and Séveré. By striking simultaneously across these locations, the attackers…

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Senegal’s fsf clarifies u15 lionceaux’s 100,000 fcfa payment

Aïcha Abdou

Senegal’s fsf clarifies u15 lionceaux’s 100,000 fcfa payment During a recent event to officially present the trophy secured by the Lionceaux U15 at the African School Football Championship and to hand over the national flag to the U17 national team ahead of their journey to the CAN U17 2026, both squads were presented with symbolic financial acknowledgements. Reports indicated that each of the young U15 champions, who recently triumphed in Zimbabwe, received a sum of 100,000 FCFA. This particular distribution sparked considerable discussion and raised questions regarding the nature of…

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Togo’s judicial standoff: a challenge to the rule of law

Ousmane Tandja

A significant strain currently exists between Togo’s political establishment and its judicial system. At the heart of this contention lies the alleged failure to execute a ruling by the Lomé Court of Appeal, which mandated the release of thirteen detainees. Amidst accusations of arbitrary actions and assertions of national security imperatives, the nation finds itself grappling with a deepening crisis of institutional trust. The core of the dispute: a disregarded court order? This situation escalated into a national concern when various opposition coalitions, including the Dynamique Monseigneur Kpodzro (DMK), the…

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Togo’s public sentiment: afrobarometer reveals widespread pessimism

Ousmane Tandja

Despite official narratives celebrating the National Development Plan and stable macroeconomic growth, ground realities have delivered a stark rebuke to Faure Gnassingbé’s administration. The latest Afrobarometer survey paints a picture of a Togo struggling, with 62% of its citizens believing the nation is heading in a detrimental direction. Amidst a surge in severe poverty, critical water shortages, and inadequate healthcare, the chasm between the ruling elite and the populace has never been more profound. This widespread disillusionment has landed squarely on the desks of policymakers in Lomé. More than six…

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Senegal’s appeal for CAN 2025 enters a critical stage at the TAS

Aïcha Abdou

The legal dispute between Maroc and Sénégal concerning CAN 2025 reaches a pivotal milestone this Thursday, May 7, 2026. On this date, the Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football is scheduled to submit its formal defense statement to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS) in response to the challenge initiated by the Senegalese authorities. The core of this litigation involves a previous ruling by the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF). The governing body had originally granted Maroc a victory on paper with a score of 3-0. This specific outcome is…

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Côte d’Ivoire dissolves electoral commission amid calls for reform

Ousmane Tandja

The Ivorian government has taken a historic step by dissolving the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI), a decision announced during the Council of Ministers meeting on May 6. This move dismantles a pivotal institution in the nation’s democratic framework, established in 2001, and ushers in a period of uncertainty regarding the structure of future elections. a bold move to restore electoral confidence The government, through its spokesperson Minister Amadou Coulibaly, framed the dissolution not as an end but as a strategic lever to rebuild trust between voters and the electoral administration.…

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