Kylian Mbappé: War declared between PSG and Real Madrid
Kylian MbappéBetween Real Madrid and PSG, it's now all-out war over French superstar Kylian Mbappé.Last Monday, Kylian Mbappé and PSG faced off in the labor court, with the player demanding €260 ...
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Hat-trick against Kenya: where does Mané rank among the greatest African goalscorers in history?
Hat-trick against Kenya: Sadio Mané closes in on Africa's all-time top scorersSadio mané / @x.com/caf_online_FR/The captain of the Senegal national team, Sadio Mané, has taken his international go...
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PSL confirms Nedbank Cup qualification draw
Nedbank Cup qualification draw revealedPhoto: Nedbank Sport The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has confirmed the Motsepe Foundation Championship Nedbank Cup qualification draw.Baroka FC, who are at the b...
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The Champions League returns to Camp Nou: it’s official!
Barça–Frankfurt: The UCL comes home! (Official)The Champions League returns to Camp Nou: it’s official!FC Barcelona has confirmed that their Champions League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt, sched...
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![](/<figure><img alt="Kylian Mbappé: War declared between PSG and Real Madrid" src="https://media.zenfs.com/en/foot_africa_articles_352/580cdae0bd48c607d5a7655c3bb3ddef" data-uuid="5a4be58b-3d7c-3bb7-ac80-7a7bdec8a79e"><figcaption>Kylian Mbappé: War declared between PSG and Real Madrid</figcaption></figure><img height="0" src="https://media.zenfs.com/en/foot_africa_articles_352/580cdae0bd48c607d5a7655c3bb3ddef" width="1200" data-uuid="5a4be58b-3d7c-3bb7-ac80-7a7bdec8a79e"><p>Kylian Mbappé</p><p><strong>Between Real Madrid and PSG, it's now all-out war over French superstar Kylian Mbappé.</strong></p><p>Last Monday, <a href="https://foot-africa.com/en/news/labour-court-hearing-psg-releases-statement-against-kylian-mbappe-965690/">Kylian Mbappé and PSG faced off in the labor court</a>, with the player demanding €260 million from his former club, while the Parisians are countering with a claim of €440 million against the striker. The saga has grabbed international headlines, especially in Spain and around the Santiago Bernabéu.</p><p>According to Defensa Central, Real Madrid's management is furious with the attitude of the Parisian club. From the perspective of the Madrid hierarchy, PSG's actions aren't just targeting Mbappé's camp—they see it as a direct attack on the Spanish capital's football giants.</p>)
![](/<figure><img alt="Hat-trick against Kenya: where does Mané rank among the greatest African goalscorers in history?" src="https://media.zenfs.com/en/foot_africa_articles_352/32019088fb13ca0a914bb1393abd320d" data-uuid="595bc34e-29e3-310d-aaa3-352274133c4d"><figcaption>Hat-trick against Kenya: where does Mané rank among the greatest African goalscorers in history?</figcaption></figure><p>Hat-trick against Kenya: Sadio Mané closes in on Africa's all-time top scorers</p><img height="0" src="https://media.zenfs.com/en/foot_africa_articles_352/32019088fb13ca0a914bb1393abd320d" width="1200" data-uuid="595bc34e-29e3-310d-aaa3-352274133c4d"><p>Sadio mané / @x.com/caf_online_FR/</p><p>The captain of the Senegal national team, Sadio Mané, has taken his international goal tally to 50 after netting a hat-trick <a href="https://foot-africa.com/en/news/senegal-vs-kenya-friendly-match-date-11182025-and-broadcast-channels-966212/">against Kenya in yesterday’s friendly match at the Mardan Stadium</a> in Antalya, Turkey. The "Lions of Teranga" cruised to a resounding 8-0 victory.</p><p>The 33-year-old striker scored all three of his goals in under half an hour, striking in the 17th, 35th (from the penalty spot), and 38th minutes, putting on a dazzling show for the fans.</p><p>This hat-trick marks the tenth of his career and his second at international level, following his treble on June 4, 2022, during the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin.<!--filtered--></p><h2>The top African goalscorers in international football</h2><p>According to statistics from Transfermarkt, here is the ranking of Africa’s greatest international goalscorers:</p><ol><li>Godfrey Chitalu (Zambia) – 79 goals </li><li>Kinnah Phiri (Malawi) – 71 goals </li><li>Hossam Hassan (Egypt) – 68 goals </li><li>Didier Drogba (Ivory Coast) – 65 goals </li><li>Mohamed Salah (Egypt) – 61 goals </li><li>Samuel Eto’o (Cameroon) – 56 goals </li><li>Asamoah Gyan (Ghana) – 51 goals </li><li>Sadio Mané (Senegal) – 50 goals </li></ol><p><a href="https://foot-africa.com/en/news/friendly-senegal-enjoys-a-rout-against-kenya-8-0-966533/">Friendly: Senegal enjoys a rout against Kenya (8-0)</a></p>)
![](/<figure><img alt="PSL confirms Nedbank Cup qualification draw" src="https://media.zenfs.com/en/foot_africa_articles_352/2c8a5238eaee9fa60029b6ffcf18e77e" data-uuid="e3a57f69-911f-3acb-9b44-42be45794f22"><figcaption>PSL confirms Nedbank Cup qualification draw</figcaption></figure><p>Nedbank Cup qualification draw revealed</p><img height="0" src="https://media.zenfs.com/en/foot_africa_articles_352/2c8a5238eaee9fa60029b6ffcf18e77e" width="1200" data-uuid="e3a57f69-911f-3acb-9b44-42be45794f22"><p>Photo: Nedbank Sport </p><p>The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has confirmed the Motsepe Foundation Championship Nedbank Cup qualification draw.</p><p>Baroka FC, who are at the bottom of the second tier standings, will travel to Kwazulu-Natal to face second-placed Milford for a place in the round of 32.</p><p>Elsewhere, Hungry Lions will entertain Venda FC, while Cape Town City are set to host Upington City, with a spot in the next round at stake.</p><p>On the other hand, Leicesterford City will welcome the University of Pretoria as Lerumo Lions have been pitted against early relegation candidates Midland Wanderers.</p><p>Meanwhile, Kruger United will square off against Highbury, with log leaders Casric Stars set to visit struggling Black Leopards.</p><p>Rounding up the fixtures, newly promoted sides The Bees FC and Gomora United will battle for a round of 32 berth at the former's home ground.</p><p>The matches will take place on the weekend of 02 and 03 December, with the PSL set to advise on the venues and kickoff times.</p><p>A total of 32 teams will compete in the Ke Yona Cup, with all 16 Betway Premiership teams getting the nod, while the second tier and third division get to send eight teams each.</p><p>Milford vs Baroka</p><p>Hungry Lions vs Venda FC</p><p>Cape Town City vs Upington City</p><p>Leicesterford City vs University of Pretoria</p><p>Lerumo Lions vs Midland Wanderers</p><p>Black Leopards vs Casric Stars</p><p>Kruger United vs Highbury</p>)
![](/<figure><img alt="The Champions League returns to Camp Nou: it’s official!" src="https://media.zenfs.com/en/foot_africa_articles_352/ccd522dd7505cc5ed75753202b42b7cf" data-uuid="936fa727-878b-3a69-9dfb-3bacb6b1d4b2"><figcaption>The Champions League returns to Camp Nou: it’s official!</figcaption></figure><p>Barça–Frankfurt: The UCL comes home! (Official)</p><img height="0" src="https://media.zenfs.com/en/foot_africa_articles_352/ccd522dd7505cc5ed75753202b42b7cf" width="1200" data-uuid="936fa727-878b-3a69-9dfb-3bacb6b1d4b2"><p>The Champions League returns to Camp Nou: it’s official!</p><p>FC Barcelona has confirmed that their Champions League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt, scheduled for December 9 at 9:00 p.m., will indeed be played at Spotify Camp Nou. This is major news as the stadium is still undergoing modernization. The Catalan club has obtained the first occupancy permit for phase 1B of the renovation works, allowing for increased capacity and the full reopening of the lateral stand.</p><blockquote>“This permit adds to the one already granted for phase 1A and takes effect after UEFA approved the request,” the statement specifies,</blockquote><p>emphasizing that all safety requirements have been validated.</p><p>Barça has also reassured its supporters: holders of the 2025/26 Season Pass will be automatically admitted for this European showdown. The club will soon provide details about ticket sales—a highly anticipated update as the gradual reopening of Camp Nou sparks massive excitement across Catalonia.</p>)