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Argentina, the reigning world champions remain the benchmark heading into 2026. Internet
Football

World Cup 2026: Favourites, challengers and dark horses

Thursday, June 11, 2026
Technology will play an even bigger role at the 2026 World Cup after FIFA approved an expansion of VAR powers. Internet
Football

New interesting rules at 2026 World Cup

Thursday, June 11, 2026
National team captain Djihad Bizimana( 1st Left) and his teammate during a training session in Egypt on Tuesday, June 9. Courtesy
Football

Bizimana picks positives from Amavubi camp despite lack of games

Thursday, June 11, 2026
Burkinabe central defender Madou Zon has reportedly agreed to join APR FC.
Football

APR FC ‘agree terms’ with TP Mazembe captain

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Charles Tchouplaou, Rayon Sports' new centre-back.
Football

Rayon Sports sign Chadian defender Charles Tchouplaou

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Argentina's Nico Paz, 21, is one of the top young players expected to impress at World Cup 2026.
Football

Top young players to watch at 2026 World Cup

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
The Trionda ball alongside the World Cup trophy.
Football

What to know about the high tech ball to be used at World Cup 2026

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Rayon Sports players and club officials celebrate with SKOL Brewery management at Nzove in 2019. The 2026-2027 season marks the Blues' new chapter after ending its 12-year sponsorship partnership with Skol Brewery. PHOTO BY SAM NGENDAHIMANA
Football

What next after Rayon, SKOL deal ends?

Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Gorilla FC has released five players as part of an extensive squad overhaul ahead of the upcoming season.
Football

Transfers: Gorilla FC release five players

Tuesday, June 09, 2026
Rayon Sports have officially parts away with SKOL
Football

Rayon Sports, SKOL part ways

Tuesday, June 09, 2026
Burundian defensive midfielder Henry Msanga is nearing the end of his contract at Police FC. 
Football

Rayon, APR 'scramble' for Police players

Tuesday, June 09, 2026
Lague Byiringiro is among five players released by Police FC on Monday. Courtesy
Football

Police FC release five senior players

Monday, June 08, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make his sixth World Cup appearance with Portugal. Internet
Football

Who are the oldest players at 2026 World Cup?

Monday, June 08, 2026
Former Manchester United academy winger and current FC Groningen midfielder Noam Emeran, speaks with the journalists in Cairo. Courtesy
Football

Emeran: I wanted to be ready before joining Amavubi

Monday, June 08, 2026
Didier Ndayishimiye. Mamale
Football

Rayon strengthen squad with three new players

Sunday, June 07, 2026
Kiyovu Sports have signed striker Moïse Lola Kanda from Gicumbi FC on a two-year contract. Courtesy.
Football

Transfer roundup: Kiyovu, APR, Bugesera reshape

Friday, June 05, 2026
Stephan Constantine, the national team head coach at Kigali International Airport on his way to Morocco. Rwanda was set to face Comoros on June 6 and Tanzania on June 9 in Marrakech during the June FIFA international.
Football

Morocco cancels several friendly games over Ebola concerns

Thursday, June 04, 2026
Rayon Sports goalkeeper Olivier Kwizera makes a save during the Peace Cup final at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on May 23. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza.
Football

Rayon set for major squad overhaul

Thursday, June 04, 2026
Former APR FC striker Mamadou Sy has praised the Rwandan champions. Courtesy
Football

APR is a great team – Mamadou Sy pays tribute after exit

Wednesday, June 03, 2026
Mamadou Sy, Lamine Bah, and Aliou Souane
Football

APR release trio after two seasons

Wednesday, June 03, 2026