South Africa pulled off a major upset by defeating tournament favorites Morocco 2-0 in the last-16 stage. The match, held at the Laurent Pokou Stadium in San Pedro, Ivory Coast, showcased an inspired South African performance that sent Morocco crashing out of the competition. The game’s narrative unfolded with South Africa adopting a cautious approach…
Three military-led West African nations have announced their immediate withdrawal from ECOWAS, accusing the body of becoming a threat to its members. Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso “decide in complete sovereignty on the immediate withdrawal” from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), read a joint statement published on Sunday. ECOWAS “under the influence of…
Twelve-time FA Cup champions Manchester United managed to secure a hard-fought 4-2 victory over Newport County, a fourth-tier Welsh side in a nail-biting encounter at Rodney Parade. The Red Devils initially took a comfortable two-goal lead, but Newport, positioned 76 places below them in England’s football hierarchy, mounted a spirited comeback. Antony’s crucial goal in…
The British oil tanker Marlin Luanda fell victim to a missile attack orchestrated by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. The attack resulted in a fire engulfing the vessel, prompting an immediate and intensive response from Trafigura, the multinational company responsible for managing the tanker. With assistance from Indian, US, and…
The United States has given the green light for the sale of advanced fighter jets to Turkey and Greece, solidifying NATO’s stance and capabilities in the aftermath of the Russia-Ukraine war. The approved deals include a $23 billion agreement for F-16 fighter jets with Turkey and an $8.6 billion deal for F-35 Lightning II Joint…
In a significant legal setback for the Kenyan government’s plan to lead a UN-backed mission in Haiti, the Kenyan High Court has barred the deployment of 1,000 police officers to the Caribbean nation. The decision, delivered on Friday by Judge Enock Chacha Mwita, declared the deployment unconstitutional, illegal, and invalid, citing a lack of legal…
Vince McMahon, the legendary founder of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), has tendered his resignation as the executive chairman of TKO Group Holdings, the parent company of WWE. This decision comes in the wake of deeply troubling allegations of sexual assault, trafficking, and misconduct brought forward by Janel Grant, a former WWE employee. The federal lawsuit,…
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has directed Israel to “take all measures within its power” to prevent acts that could amount to genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The ruling, welcomed by rights advocates and legal experts, emphasizes the need for Israel to avoid civilian deaths and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid….
Chelsea and Aston Villa played out a goalless draw at Stamford Bridge, setting the stage for a replay at Villa Park. Despite the potential excitement of penalties, both teams now face the prospect of an additional fixture in an already congested schedule. The game began with promise as the opening spell hinted at a helter-skelter…
In a shocking revelation that has sent shockwaves throughout the football world, Liverpool’s esteemed manager, Jurgen Klopp, has declared his departure from the club at the conclusion of the current season. The 56-year-old, who took the reins at Anfield in 2015, disclosed his decision in a pre-recorded interview with the club media, citing a depletion…
