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Yan Diomande Arrives: How Ivory Coast’s Wonderkid Announced Himself At The 2026 FIFA World Cup

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 15 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

FIFA World Cup 2026 Day Four Recap

FIFA World Cup 2026 Day Four Recap: Amad Diallo Delivers, Germany Hit Seven and Japan-Netherlands Thrills

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 15 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Omar Marmoush

The Making of Omar Marmoush: Family, Identity and the Journey to Manchester City

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 14 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Ivory Coast vs Ecuador FIFA World Cup 2026

Ivory Coast vs Ecuador FIFA World Cup 2026: The Next Generation Ready for the World Cup Spotlight

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 13 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

FIFA World Cup 2026 Day Two

FIFA World Cup 2026 Day Two Recap: Balogun Makes USMNT History as Canada Earn Landmark Point

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 13 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

South Africa vs Mexico World Cup

3 Mistakes That Cost South Africa Against Mexico in Their 2026 FIFA World Cup Opener

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 12 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

2026 FIFA World Cup Day One

2026 FIFA World Cup Day One Recap: Red Cards, Gilberto Mora History and South Korea’s Comeback Win

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 12 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Where Football Comes From in Belgium: Project 2000, Linguistic Divides and the Red Devils’ Unifying Power

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 11 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Belgium young players 2026 World Cup

5 Belgian Young Players Set to Ignite the 2026 FIFA World Cup

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 11 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Germany young players 2026 World Cup

Germany’s Next Generation: 5 Young Players Ready to Shine at the 2026 World Cup

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 11 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Portugal young players 2026 World Cup

The Next Generation of Os Navegadores: 3 Portugal young players Ready to Shine at the 2026 World Cup

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 11 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Where Football Comes From in Spain: Catalan Streets, Basque Grit and the Culture That Built a World Champion

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 10 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

France football culture

Where Football Comes From in France: Paris Suburbs, The Marseille Basin and Clairefontaine 

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 10 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

France young players World Cup 2026

5 France Wonderkids Set to Ignite Les Bleus’ 2026 FIFA World Cup Campaign

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 9 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Spain young players

5 Spain Wonderkids Ready To Power La Roja’s 2026 World Cup Charge

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 9 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Where Football Comes From in England: Concrete, Iron Cages as Three Lions Seek to End World Cup Drought

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 9 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

England young players

5 Young England Stars Who Could Fire The Three Lions To World Cup 2026 Glory

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 9 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Egypt young players World Cup 2026

Egypt’s Next Generation: Three Young Stars Ready To Shine At The 2026 FIFA World Cup

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 8 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

DR Congo young players World Cup 2026

DR Congo’s Next Generation: 3 Young Leopards Ready To Shine At The 2026 World Cup

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 7 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Ivory Coast young players World Cup 2026

Ivory Coast’s Next Generation: 5 Young Stars Ready To Light Up The 2026 World Cup

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 7 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Morocco young players World Cup 2026

Morocco’s Next Generation: 5 Young Stars Ready To Shine At The 2026 World Cup

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 7 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Football in Ivory Coast: From Maracana Courts to the ASEC Mimosas Production Line

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 6 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Football Development in Egypt: From Ramadan Tournaments to the Al Ahly-Zamalek Talent Factory

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 6 Jun 2026 · 6 min read

Real Madrid’s €150m Galactico Mystery: Who Is Florentino Perez Planning to Sign?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 5 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

How Young Players Develop in DR Congo: Street Football, Diaspora Talent and a Borderless Football Nation

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 5 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Morocco football development

From Medina Streets to World Cup Dreams: How Morocco Built a Football Powerhouse

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 5 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

What Football Means in Ivory Coast: Unity, Resilience and the Spirit of the Elephants

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 4 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

What Football Means in Egypt: Faith, Rivalry and the Dream of World Cup Glory

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 4 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

What Football Means in DR Congo: The Lingala Rhythm, Ritual, and Unifying Factor

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 4 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

What Football Means in Morocco: Pride, Family, and Resilience

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 3 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

2026 FIFA World Cup Wonderkids

2026 FIFA World Cup Wonderkids: 10 Young Stars Ready to Shine on Football’s Biggest Stage

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 3 Jun 2026 · 7 min read

Arsenal Champions League Final

5 Reasons Arsenal’s Champions League Heartbreak Could Be the Start of Something Bigger

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 2 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

5 Reasons Florentino Perez Brought Jose Mourinho Back to Real Madrid

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 29 May 2026 · 4 min read

Arsenal Kenya pre-season tour

Arsenal in Kenya? Why Gunners Should Hold a Pre-Season Tour in East Africa

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 29 May 2026 · 5 min read

Enrique Riquelme Real Madrid

Inside Enrique Riquelme’s Bold Plan to End Florentino Perez’s Real Madrid Reign

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 28 May 2026 · 3 min read

Top 10 Wonderkids 2025/26

Ranked: Top 10 Best Wonderkids of the 2025/26 Season

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 27 May 2026 · 6 min read

Could Alexia Putellas Join London City Lionesses After Barcelona Exit?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 27 May 2026 · 4 min read

Youth grassroots football tournaments UK

The Best Youth Grassroots Football Tournaments in the UK: A Guide for Parents and Coaches

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 27 May 2026 · 13 min read

Explained: Why Bruno Fernandes’ Record-Breaking Premier League Assist Will Not Be Removed

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 26 May 2026 · 3 min read

Promoted and relegated teams Europe 2026

Every Team Relegated and Promoted Across Europe’s Top Five Leagues in 2026

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 25 May 2026 · 4 min read

Inside Sunderland’s Incredible Journey From League One Humiliation to Europa League Qualification

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 25 May 2026 · 4 min read

Premier League final day

7 Premier League Final Day Games That Could Still Change Everything

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 23 May 2026 · 5 min read

Why Alisson Becker Remains Liverpool’s Most Important Player Under Arne Slot

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 23 May 2026 · 5 min read

Why Thiago Alcantara is Leaving Hansi Flick’s Barcelona Coaching Staff?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 22 May 2026 · 3 min read

10 Heartbreaking Moments Arsenal Endured Before Ending Their 22-Year Premier League Drought

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 21 May 2026 · 6 min read

How the Premier League’s New SCR Spending Rules Could Change English Football Forever

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 21 May 2026 · 4 min read

Arsenal’s 2025/26 Premier League Title: 5 Matches That Defined the Gunners’ Triumph

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 21 May 2026 · 5 min read

The Incredible Records Pep Guardiola Leaves Behind at Manchester City

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 20 May 2026 · 2 min read

3 Ways Pep Guardiola Changed English Football Forever

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 19 May 2026 · 2 min read

Mohamed Salah Statement: 4 Reasons the Egyptian Is Right And Wrong About Liverpool Under Arne Slot

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 18 May 2026 · 4 min read

Hansi Flick Extends Barcelona Contract until 2028 Following Second La Liga Title

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 18 May 2026 · 2 min read

2026 FIFA World Cup squads

2026 FIFA World Cup Squads: Full Team Lists for All 48 Nations

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 18 May 2026 · 24 min read

Arsenal 26/27 Home Kit

Arsenal 2026/27 Home Kit Divides Fans as Adidas Introduce NFC Feature

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 15 May 2026 · 2 min read

David Raya: Why Arsenal Keeper Should Be Strong 2026 Ballon d’Or Contender

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 15 May 2026 · 3 min read

Xabi Alonso

Xabi Alonso to Chelsea: 5 Reasons Why the Spaniard Makes Sense Despite Liverpool Ties

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 14 May 2026 · 4 min read

Roberto Carlos on the free kick that changed his career

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 20 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Said El Mala is wanted by Brighton

Brighton’s data-led approach has been a mixed bag recently, but can they get it right with Said El Mala?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 21 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

The Cristian Chivu blueprint: How Inter Milan moved on from Simone Inzaghi to dominate Serie A

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 19 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Casemiro is set to leave Man United

Life after Casemiro: Scouring Europe for Manchester United’s next great midfielder

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 18 Feb 2026 · 5 min read

CAF president Patrice Motsepe after Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania won the AFCON 2027 bid

AFCON 2027: Why Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania’s historic bid will defy the sceptics

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 14 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Jhon Duran signed for Zenit

Why Jhon Duran’s 13-month whistle-stop tour is the ultimate cautionary tale for young footballers

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 12 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Honest Ahanor and Giorgio Scalvini

Giorgio Scalvini and Honest Ahanor: The data behind Serie A’s newest defensive wall

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 11 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Casemiro's replacement is taking the Bundesliga by storm

Manchester United’s perfect Casemiro successor is ripping up the Bundesliga- and his stats are eye-watering

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 9 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Santi Cazorla slams La Liga's standards

Santi Cazorla says La Liga is light years behind the Premier League – but what does he actually mean?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 9 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Ranked: The 10 best Premier League wonderkids of 2026

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 7 Feb 2026 · 6 min read

Man United wonderkid JJ Gabriel. Image || Getty

Why JJ Gabriel cannot debut for Manchester United this season despite Michael Carrick call-up

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 6 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Cristiano Ronaldo. Image || GETTY

PIF betrayal, secret release clause and more: Inside Cristiano Ronaldo’s strike at Al Nassr

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 5 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Arsenal signed the Quintero twins to their academy

Inside Arsenal’s youth recruitment strategy: Mertesacker exit, the Quintero twins and the James Ellis reform

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 5 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Spanish pedigree and Xabi Alonso WhatsApp group: Who is new Eintracht Frankfurt coach Albert Riera?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 4 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Who is new Arsenal defender Jaden Dixon?

Tottenham roots, versatility and more: Everything you need to know about new Arsenal wonderkid Jaden Dixon

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 4 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Unai Emery has been linked with Real Madrid job

Is Aston Villa coach Unai Emery a sensible fit for Real Madrid’s star-studded squad?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 2 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Kader Meite snubs Premier League advances for Saudi Arabia as familiar trend emerges

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 1 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Marcus Rashford has gone from an outcast at Man United to a hero at Barcelona

From Manchester United outcast to Barcelona hero: Inside Marcus Rashford’s revival under Hansi Flick

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 31 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Max Dowaman of Arsenal. Getty Images

Fabregas record shattered, Messi comparison and more: Why Max Dowman has the world at his feet at Arsenal

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 31 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Arsena; beat Kairat 3-2 to finish top of the Champions League group phase

5 talking points as history-making Arsenal finish top of UEFA Champions League

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 29 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Harry Maguire is in the last 6 months of his Man United contract

5 reasons why Manchester United might extend Harry Maguire’s contract with six months remaining

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 28 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Christian Norgaard has struggled for gametime at Arsenal. Image || Arsenal.com

Why Arsenal shouldn’t sell Christian Norgaard in January amid Ajax interest

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 28 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Jurgen Klopp, Sami Khedira join forces to launch new U21 league and save German talent

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 28 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Trey Nyoni of Liverpool.

Liverpool decide Trey Nyoni transfer stance in January amid loan interest

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 27 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Man United's Kobbie Mainoo

Manchester United make Kobbie Mainoo transfer decision following revival under Michael Carrick 

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 27 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Adam Wharton has been linked to Liverpool. Image || GETTY

What Liverpool sources are saying about signing Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 26 Jan 2026 · 1 min read

Amad Diallo brutally trolled Arsenal folliowing Man United's 3-2 win at Emirates. Image || Getty

Amad Diallo aims brutal dig at Arsenal after Manchester United’s 3-2 win at Emirates

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 26 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Ethan Nwaneri had a debut to remember for Marseille || Getty

Stats behind Ethan Nwaneri’s stunning Marseille debut as he shows Arsenal what they’re missing

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 26 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Michael Carrick embraces Matheus Cunha after Man United's win over Arsenal.

Has Michael Carrick done enough to warrant full-time Manchester United job after Man City and Arsenal wins?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 26 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Arsenal are monitoring Real Madrid's Victor Valdepenas. Image || GETTY

Victor Valdepenas: Who is the Real Madrid defender wanted by Arsenal?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 26 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Manchester United beat Arsenal 3-2 at the Emirate Stadium on Sunday

Arsenal 2-3 Manchester United: Talking points as Gunners suffer massive Premier League title blow

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 25 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Viktor Gyokeres' goal against Inter Milan was his 9th for Arsenal. Image || GETTY

Analysis: 5 ways Arsenal can finally unlock Viktor Gyokeres

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 25 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Lumumba Vea, AFCON 2025, Jeep, DR Congo

DR Congo superfan receives multi-million gift, national honors after heroic ‘Lumumba’ AFCON gesture

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 23 Jan 2026 · 1 min read

Ranking the 10 richest clubs in the world

10 richest football clubs in the world: Where do Arsenal, Man United, Liverpool sit?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 23 Jan 2026 · 6 min read

Ranking the top 10 players at AFCON 2025

Ranking the top 10 players at AFCON 2025: where do Mane, Salah and Osimhen sit?

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 21 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Senegal and Morocco players argue during the AFCON final in Rabat.

AFCON 2025 Final: Why Morocco is filing legal action with CAF, FIFA over Senegal chaos

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 21 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Senegal Referee Anger, Mane’s Leadership, Diaz’s Woeful Penalty : 7 Talking Points as Senegal Shock Morocco to Lift AFCON 2025

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 19 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Senegal, Sadio Mane, Ballon d'Or, AFCON 2025

Senegal Teammate Insists Sadio Mane Was “Robbed” of Ballon D’Or Title Ahead of Forward’s “Last” AFCON Final

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 18 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, Nigeria, Egypt

Egypt vs Nigeria: AFCON 2025 Third-Place Playoff Preview as Super Eagles, Pharaohs Seek to End on High

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 17 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

5 Tactical Mistakes: Why Mo Salah’s Egypt Fell to Sadio Mane’s Senegal in AFCON 2025

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 16 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Analysis: How Morocco Tactically Dominated Nigeria in AFCON 2025 Semi Final

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 16 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Senegal, Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria, Salah, Mane, AFCON 2025

Sadio Mane’s Senegal Break Mo Salah,Egypt’s Hearts and More: 3 Memorable AFCON 2025 Semi Final Moments

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 16 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Aubameyang, Panthers, AFCON 2025

5 Critical Steps Gabon Government Outlined After Lifting Aubameyang, National Team Ban Following AFCON Disaster

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 14 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, Mali, Sinayogo

Fraudulent Marabout Who Promised Mali AFCON 2025 Glory Arrested Over  €33,500 Scam

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 14 Jan 2026 · 1 min read

AFCON 2025, Nene Dorgeles, Mali, Fenerbache

How Mali Star Nene Dorgeles Went From Mali AFCON 2025 Heartbreak to Lifting Trophy With Galatasaray Within 2 Days

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 13 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Bright Osayi-Samuel, Nigeria, AFCON 2025, Super Eagles

‘A lot of People Sleep on Me, Which Is Still Okay’ – Nigeria Star Bright Osayi-Samuel Hungry For AFCON 2025 Triumph

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 12 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Nigeria, Super Eagles, Semi Ajayi, AFCON 2025

Nigeria’s Semi Ajayi Sends Morocco Stellar Warning Ahead of AFCON 2025 Clash

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 12 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Victor Osimhen, Rashidi Yekini, Super Eagles, AFCON

‘It Doesn’t Matter’ – Victor Osimhen Downplays Breaking Rashid Yekini’s Record Amid AFCON Chase

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 11 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025 Egypt, Nigeria, Mo Salah, Victor Osimhen

Osimhen Dominates Algeria as Mo Salah Makes History With Ivory Coast Goal: 5 Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 20

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 11 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

AFCON 2025, Brahim Diaz, Mali, Morocco, Senegal

Brahim Diaz Scores Again & Mali’s Luck Runs Out: 5 Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 19 Action

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 10 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Sadio Mane, Mane mother

How Sadio Mane Signed for French Outfit Metz Without Mother’s Knowledge

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 9 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, Morocco, Cameroon, Referee

Referee Controversy Overshadows Anticipated Morocco-Cameroon AFCON 2025 Quarter Final Showdown

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 9 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Patrice Lumumba, DR Congo, AFCON 2025, Mohamed Amoura

Algeria Star Amoura Apologizes Over Mocking “Statue” DR Congo Fan During AFCON Win

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 8 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Antoine Semenyo, Bournemouth, Manchester City

From Academy Rejection By Arsenal, Spurs and Palace to £65 Million Man City Move: The Rise of Antoine Semenyo

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 7 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

AFCON 2025,

Ivory Coast Take on Egypt, Nigeria Face Algeria: Confirmed AFCON 2025 Quarter Final Fixtures

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 7 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, Victor Osimhen, Amad Diallo

Victor Osimhen Drama, Incredible Amad Diallo & More: 5 Memorable AFCON 2025 Day 16 Moments

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 7 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, AFCON 2025

REVEALED: Why Victor Osimhen Threatened to Quit Nigeria Despite Confirming AFCON 2025 Quater Final Slot

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 6 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, AFCON, Super Eagles, Pharaohs

Nigeria’s Attacking Masterclass and Resilient Egypt: 5 Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 15

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 6 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Jason Wilcox, Manchester United

Jason Wilcox’s Man United Role Under Scrutiny as INEOS ‘In Favor’ of Appointing New Director Following Amorim Sack

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 6 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025 Ruben Amorim Manchester United

7 Mistakes that Got Ruben Amorim Sacked by Man United

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 5 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

AFCON 2025, Brahim Diaz

Brahim Díaz Shines for Morocco, South Africa’s Late Push Fails – 5 Key AFCON 2025 Day 14 Moments

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 5 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

AFCON 2025, Mali, Senegal

AFCON 2025 Day 13: PSG Wonderkid Makes History as 10-Man Mali Shock Tunisia

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 4 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025

Zidane, Mbappe Attend Games, Tanzania’s Historic Achievement & More: 5 Unforgettable AFCON 2025 Group Stage Moments

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 3 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Aubameyang Ageing Like Fine Wine, Zidane Makes History & More: 5 Records Broken at the Ongoing AFCON 2025 in Morocco

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 1 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

South Africa Survive Late Zimbabwe Scare & Beautiful El Kaabi Bicycle Kick: 4 Memorable Day 8 Moments at AFCON 2025

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 30 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Officiating Drama, Fortunate Cameroon & Fantastic Amad Diallo: 5 Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 7

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 29 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

Nigeria Survive Tunisia Scare & Botswana Sent Packing: 4 Memorable Moments From Day 6 of AFCON 2025

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 28 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Mo Salah, AFCON 2025

VAR Controversy Overshadows South Africa-Egypt Clash & Has Mo Salah Rediscovered His Form? Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 5

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 27 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

DR Congo, AFCON 2025, Manchester United, West Ham United

Aaron Wan-Bissaka: From Idolising Samuel Eto’o to Targeting AFCON 2025 With DR Congo

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 27 Dec 2025 · 2 min read

Ousmane Dembele. Achraf Hakimi, Kylian Mbappe, PSG, AFCON 2025

Kylian Mbappé Attends AFCON 2025 in Morocco to Support Achraf Hakimi at Morocco vs Mali

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 26 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

Georgi Minoungou: From Near Blindness in 2023 to Burkina Faso’s AFCON 2025 Hero

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 26 Dec 2025 · 2 min read

Riyad Mahrez, AFCON 2025

Riyad Mahrez Makes History, Amad Diallo Rescues Ivory Coast and More: Five Memorable Moments of AFCON Day 4

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 25 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Cameroon Nationa Football Team, AFCON 2025, Gabon, Indomitable Lions

AFCON 2025: Karl Eyong on target as Cameroon grind out 1-0 victory against Gabon

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 24 Dec 2025 · 2 min read

AFCON, AFCON 2025, Senegal, Nicolas Jackson, Super Eagles

Tanzania Nearly Shock Super Eagles, Vintage Senegal & Dominant Tunisia: 5 Talking Points From AFCON 2025 Day 3

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 24 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

AFCON 2025, Uganda Cranes, Tunisia

Two goals by Elias Achouri helped Tunisia end their 12-year wait for victory at Afcon with a commanding Group C win over Uganda

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 23 Dec 2025 · 2 min read

Mo Salah, Omar Marmoush, AFCON 2025

Salah, Marmoush Magic,Daka Rescues Zambia & Ruthless Bafana: 3 Moments of AFCON 2025 Day 2

By Mark Kinyanjui · Tactical analyst · 23 Dec 2025 · 3 min read