Senegal are set to parade the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy ahead of their International friendly against Peru in Paris this Saturday, in a bold show of defiance following the controversial decision to strip them of the title, Global Mirror News reports. The Teranga Lions had initially secured their second AFCON crown on January…
Alex Iwobi has been recognised in the 2026 Football Black List, a prestigious initiative celebrating the most influential Black figures shaping football in the United Kingdom. Global Mirror News gathered that the Fulham FC midfielder was honoured not just for his performances on the pitch, but for his growing influence off it—particularly through his Project…
Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi is facing the possibility of disciplinary action from the The Football Association after his goal celebration during Nottingham Forest’s 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. Global Mirror News gathered that the Nigerian International, who came off the bench to score Forest’s third goal, made a strong impact as the…
Nigerian International and Victor Osimhen has successfully undergone surgery following an injury sustained during UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash between Galatasaray and Liverpool FC, Global Mirror News reports. The striker picked up the injury in the second-leg encounter at Anfield after an aerial collision with Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté. Despite initially continuing play…
A storm of controversy has engulfed African football after Senegal refused to accept the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) decision to strip them of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title, escalating tensions across the continent and beyond. Global Mirror News reports that Senegal has not only rejected the ruling but is now pushing…
Iran has announced it will boycott the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite assurances from the United States that the Team would be safe during the tournament. Global Mirror News gathered that the decision was disclosed by Iran’s Minister of Sports, Ahmad Donyamali, who said the Country would not participate in the Global football showpiece…
The Premier League (EPL) and English Football League (EFL) will implement brief match pauses during the Holy Month of Ramadan, allowing Muslim players to break their fast without disrupting the game. According to Global Mirror News gathered from BBC Sport, Ramadan—the Islamic month of fasting from dawn to sunset—begins this week and lasts nearly a…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has fulfilled his pledge to reward athletes who represented the State at the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF), disbursing a total of N474 million to medalists, coaches and officials. The cheque presentation ceremony was held on Monday at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta. Governor Abiodun had, in…
The Winter Olympic Village in Italy has reportedly run out of condoms just three days after the start of the 2026 Games, after athletes exhausted the initial stock of 10,000, Global Mirror News can confirm. “The supplies ran out in just three days,” an anonymous athlete told La Stampa. “They promised us more will arrive,…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reaffirmed that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be staged as planned across East Africa, dismissing speculation that the tournament could be delayed. Global Mirror News reports that CAF President, Patrice Motsepe, on Friday February 13, refuted claims that the competition might be shifted to 2028 over…
