The Football Association Malawi (FAM) has appointed Sudesh Singh as the technical adviser for the Scorchers in preparation for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Singh will collaborate with head coach Lovemore Fazili and performance analyst Tyrese Steyn. This decision comes in response to a directive from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), according to DAILY POST.

On July 9, 2026, Morocco will face France in a quarter-final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following Morocco's victory over co-hosts Canada with a score of 3-0. The match is set to take place in Foxborough, marking a significant moment for the African team as they advance in the tournament.

Morocco secured its spot in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating co-host Canada, showcasing a strong performance in the second half of the match. This victory marks Morocco as the first team to advance to the next stage of the tournament, according to Naija News.

At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Morocco and Egypt have successfully advanced to the Round of 16, becoming two of the ten African nations competing in the tournament. They qualified from the initial round of 32 after completing the group stages, marking a significant achievement for African representation in the event.

Nigeria has established a complete training camp in Aberdeen, Scotland, where 74 athletes are preparing for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The athletes are focusing on 10 different sports as they intensify their preparations for the upcoming event.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially opened the bidding process for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournaments scheduled for 2028, 2032, and 2036, inviting interested countries to submit their proposals.