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  Tanzania’s U-17 women’s side sealed qualification to the next round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 qualifiers with a convincing 3-0 victory over Botswana. After edging the first leg 3-2 away from home, Tanzania completed the job in style on home soil, producing a controlled and clinical performance to confirm their progression. Bahati Steven and Harrier Juma were once again instrumental as Tanzania’s attacking momentum proved too strong for the visitors, who struggled to respond throughout the encounter. With a 6-2 aggregate triumph, Tanzania march on confidently in the qualifiers, underlining their growing strength in the competition.

  The Rwanda U-17 women’s national team has completed its arrival in Ndola ahead of their crucial FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 qualifier against Zambia. The first contingent, consisting of 12 players alongside the head coach and members of the technical staff, landed at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport at 11:50 hours via Ethiopian Airlines.  The remaining members of the delegation arrived later in the evening, with the full squad now assembled in Zambia. In total, 33 members of the Rwandan delegation are on the ground as preparations intensify for the decisive second-leg encounter. The match will be played on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 hours. Rwanda head into the tie trailing 2-0 from the first leg in Kigali, leaving them with a tough challenge against a confident Zambian side on home soil. The delegation was received by FAZ Head of Competitions Loreen Mulomba upon arrival. Meanwhile, tickets for t...

By: Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan  Juba, South Sudan - 19th April, 2026 - Atlabara Cultural, Social and Sport Club have suspended head coach with immediate effect following a heavy 5-0 defeat to Lion Hunters FC in the Premier League. The decision was taken during a Board of Directors meeting on April 19, called in response to the result and the circumstances surrounding the match. Atlabara’s approach drew attention after several regular starters were left on the bench, in what appeared to be a rotation strategy ahead of the South Sudan Cup semi-final against Alghazala. That decision proved costly, as the team delivered one of their poorest performances of the season, prompting swift action from the club’s leadership. In an official communiqué, Atlabara confirmed both the suspension and the launch of a formal investigation into the technical decisions linked to the match. “The head coach is officially suspended from all coaching duties, effective immediatel...

  Ethiopia’s U-17 women’s side delivered a dominant performance in Addis Ababa, thrashing South Sudan 6-0 in the second leg of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Building on their first-leg advantage, the Ethiopians showed class and control throughout the encounter at the Addis Ababa Stadium, leaving South Sudan with little room to respond. The result sealed an emphatic 8-0 aggregate victory, confirming Ethiopia’s progression to the next round in convincing fashion. Second Leg: 🇪🇹 6-0 🇸🇸 Aggregate: 🇪🇹 8-0 🇸🇸 Competition: FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

  Ivory Coast women's national football team delivered a flawless campaign at the FIFA Series 2026, completing a perfect run with three wins from three matches and a staggering goal tally 🔥 🇨🇮 8–0 🇲🇷 🇨🇮 15–1 🇹🇨 🇨🇮 2–0 🇵🇰 A statement of intent from the West African side, combining attacking brilliance with total dominance across all fixtures  The standout performer of the tournament was Ouedraogo Habibou, who was named Best Player after a sensational individual display throughout the competition 

  Juba, South Sudan - 16th April 2026 - Eight nations will battle it out at the 2026 CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship, scheduled for June 13–23 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. CECAFA Competitions Manager Yusuf Mossi confirmed that all participating Member Associations have now officially registered for the tournament, which opens the 2026 women’s football calendar in the region. Notably, Somalia and Sudan will make history as they feature in the women’s competition for the first time at international level. Confirmed teams: 🇹🇿 Tanzania | 🇰🇪 Kenya | 🇺🇬 Uganda | 🇩🇯 Djibouti | 🇷🇼 Rwanda | 🇧🇮 Burundi | 🇸🇴 Somalia | 🇸🇩 Sudan However, South Sudan will not feature in this edition of the competition, missing out on the regional youth showcase, due to unknown reasons. The tournament is expected to highlight the next generation of East and Central African women’s football talent. #CECAFA #U17Womens #WomenFootball #EastAfricaFootball

Joseph Loro was once one of the brightest young midfielders in the country  🇸🇸 Captained the U20 national team ⚽ Impressed at Munuki SC ✈️ Gained experience abroad Now at El Merriekh SC Bentiu… but struggling to break into the starting XI 👀 WHAT DO YOU THINK IS THE PROBLEM?  A) Lack of game time B) Tactical reasons C) Loss of form D) Competition in midfield 👇 Drop your opinion below & let’s talk!

By: Sports Hunter South Sudan- South Africa women's national football team continued their fine form with a 2-0 win over Algeria women's national football team in an international friendly at King Zwelithini Stadium. Goals from Nthabiseng Majiya and Shakira O'Malley sealed the victory in a controlled performance by the hosts, as they continue their preparations with confidence and momentum. The result underlines Banyana Banyana’s growing sharpness ahead of upcoming continental challenges, while Algeria will look to regroup and refine their approach in the build-up to future fixtures.

  By: Sports Hunter South Sudan: Morocco women's national football team were held to a 1-1 draw by Mali women's national football team in an international friendly at Moulay Hassan Stadium, as both sides continue fine-tuning ahead of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Mali struck first just before the break, with Aïcha Traoré finding the net in the 45th minute to give the visitors a surprise lead. The Atlas Lionesses responded in the second half, as Imane Jraidi leveled the score in the 61st minute. Morocco had entered the clash in strong form, having secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Tanzania women's national football team just days earlier. The series of friendlies forms part of their build-up to hosting the continental showpiece, where expectations remain high on home soil. For Mali, the result marks a confidence-boosting performance against one of Africa’s top-ranked sides, offering momentum as they continue preparations for the upcoming tournament.