African Football Discussion Thread Current Topic: 👉 FIFA WorldCup 2026.

[Webutxo]

My brother, these were also my thoughts. Many players have been accused of rape or sexual harassment, and it turned out to be false. These Western ladies are always looking for ways to exploit footballers. Sometimes the sexual act was done by consent, yet they will come up with allegations because they want financial compensation. These matters should have been settled by the law court before actions or sanctions against the player are imposed.

Benjamin Mendy was later found innocent after he was accused of rape and sexual assault. Thomas Partey might not be found guilty. I just can't explain the kind of pain the Ghanaian footballer is suffering, especially if he is innocent.

I also don't like the culture of the western ladies on our African brothers but look around, they are not the only one accuse of these sexual misconduct but let leave that one aside. Our African brothers don't come home ones they have football money. I understand that our ladies are not helpful too because of their greed for money in relationship but let be honest, in every 10 bad girls that we have at home, we have 5 that are good ones that will make their home very happy.

The west dosnsg care if you are from here or you are born and raise there or if you are there own, once you are been accused of sexual harassment, you must go to court until prove otherwise, that's how the system work over there. As a pro footballer that is there and understand that this is what their ladies do over there, the best you can do is to avoid serious relationship from them, there are other ways to have social life aside from following women all around.

[Lida93]

My brother, these were also my thoughts. Many players have been accused of rape or sexual harassment, and it turned out to be false. These Western ladies are always looking for ways to exploit footballers. Sometimes the sexual act was done by consent, yet they will come up with allegations because they want financial compensation. These matters should have been settled by the law court before actions or sanctions against the player are imposed.

Benjamin Mendy was later found innocent after he was accused of rape and sexual assault. Thomas Partey might not be found guilty. I just can't explain the kind of pain the Ghanaian footballer is suffering, especially if he is innocent.

Many of the law on sex abuse in the Western world isn't favourable to men as it for women and a good number of the women there are abusing the advantages and protection the extant of these laws gives to them there by using it to exploit innocent men who didn't see their intentions coming that way on them.
Something else is how after thorough investigations and it's found that the man accused is innocent of all accusations, the woman isn't prosecuted for falsely defaming an innocent man. No punishment given and the matter just dies without giving the man real justice for his trauma.

[Wakate]

If not because of logistics, FIFA should have zone the world cup out of USA for the reason that their are at war and for that reason they security challenges will definitely effect the freedom of the players, officials and even supporters club of many countries taking part in the FIFA game this period, we can blame USA entirely for what their are doing but the effects is always negative considering the nature of the game being hosted football brings people together in one place so we shouldn't be biased on who we allow to take part as long as they don't pause physical injury on others.

I think FIFA is already regretting that which they would not make the kind of revenue that should have made in this year world cup tournament. Trump has been mandating FIFA to do what he wants and they have no excuses for that since the united States is one of the countries that can threaten FIFA and their existence. There have been so many people that were banned from participating in this year world cup but the news is not talking about most of them.

[Rockson1]

I think FIFA is already regretting that which they would not make the kind of revenue that should have made in this year world cup tournament. Trump has been mandating FIFA to do what he wants and they have no excuses for that since the united States is one of the countries that can threaten FIFA and their existence. There have been so many people that were banned from participating in this year world cup but the news is not talking about most of them.

Do FIFA say they are regretting their decision in allowing USA to host the FIFA world cup, if FIFA is actually regretting this, they should come open and say it so that we can hear, FIFA is a body that is not supposed to listen to anybody, they are not answerable to the US president in the person of Donald Trump so whatever thing we are seeing today in the world cup is caused by FIFA themselves although some of the decision taken and actions exhibited by the US might aactully be for security reasons, a country that has been in conflict with a country that qualified for the FIFA world cup might decide to tighten security and put other measures to guarantee their country safety but I think they went a bit far but all should be blamed on the FIFA body.

[348Judah]

I think FIFA is already regretting that which they would not make the kind of revenue that should have made in this year world cup tournament. Trump has been mandating FIFA to do what he wants and they have no excuses for that since the united States is one of the countries that can threaten FIFA and their existence. There have been so many people that were banned from participating in this year world cup but the news is not talking about most of them.

It is annoying indeed to discover that a lot of people were denied entry into the United State of America for some reasons, I think we only go to know about that of the referee because of his prominence and how important is role is going to be on the world cup, if they could have done such a thing to a ref like that, then expect more worst on other people who are not even recognized and we don't even hear about who and who were affected in likes manner.

[Agbe]

I think FIFA is already regretting that which they would not make the kind of revenue that should have made in this year world cup tournament. Trump has been mandating FIFA to do what he wants and they have no excuses for that since the united States is one of the countries that can threaten FIFA and their existence. There have been so many people that were banned from participating in this year world cup but the news is not talking about most of them.

FIFA will not repeat what happened in this World Cup. As I have said before they are autonomous organization which has it own laws regulating the affairs of the institutions which they can use it to protect their staff and and also provide tight security partnering with the host countries. I have not seen what is happening in the world cup in others. Everything looks odd for me. Looking at the ticket, it is too high and so much restrictions.

[Fivestar4everMVP]

I think FIFA is already regretting that which they would not make the kind of revenue that should have made in this year world cup tournament. Trump has been mandating FIFA to do what he wants and they have no excuses for that since the united States is one of the countries that can threaten FIFA and their existence. There have been so many people that were banned from participating in this year world cup but the news is not talking about most of them.

FIFA will not repeat what happened in this World Cup. As I have said before they are autonomous organization which has it own laws regulating the affairs of the institutions which they can use it to protect their staff and and also provide tight security partnering with the host countries. I have not seen what is happening in the world cup in others. Everything looks odd for me. Looking at the ticket, it is too high and so much restrictions.

I do not know how the countries to host the world Cup are choosen, I don't know if its fifa that choose this country themselves or it's the country that goes to the fifa and request to host the next world Cup, but which ever or whatever be the process through which a country is choosen to host, fifa should have done their research well before accepting or inviting or accepting the US to be part of the countries that will host this year's world Cup tournament.

But on the other hand, maybe the US never would have been this strict in their dealings as regards the world Cup if there wasn't or was never war between the US and Iran (though it's ended now I believe), US might simply be trying to protect its territory from potential harmful or dangerous people, this can also explain the high cost of ticket, maybe that cost was raised on purpose to limit the number of people that can afford it, because the lesser the number of people buying the ticket, the higher the chances that no harmful or dangerous person's will be entering the US in the name of coming to watch the world Cup.

[Proty]

I think FIFA is already regretting that which they would not make the kind of revenue that should have made in this year world cup tournament. Trump has been mandating FIFA to do what he wants and they have no excuses for that since the united States is one of the countries that can threaten FIFA and their existence. There have been so many people that were banned from participating in this year world cup but the news is not talking about most of them.

It is annoying indeed to discover that a lot of people were denied entry into the United State of America for some reasons, I think we only go to know about that of the referee because of his prominence and how important is role is going to be on the world cup, if they could have done such a thing to a ref like that, then expect more worst on other people who are not even recognized and we don't even hear about who and who were affected in likes manner.

I don't see anything that is annoying about it. The fact those people were not allowed to enter USA is for security reasons and USA shouldn't compromise there security policies or regulations because of FIFA world. Most of this people may have had cases that has taint there reputation. There are also countries that are known for terrorism, therefore I believe no was denied access to enter USA for no just reason. There is definitely a justifiable reason why they were denied access to USA.

[CryptSafe]

I think FIFA is already regretting that which they would not make the kind of revenue that should have made in this year world cup tournament. Trump has been mandating FIFA to do what he wants and they have no excuses for that since the united States is one of the countries that can threaten FIFA and their existence. There have been so many people that were banned from participating in this year world cup but the news is not talking about most of them.

Although it is unfortunate what the turn out of event is looking like but FIFA should admit their lapses and not repeat such silly mistake again. It is true that they could have generated much revenue through this live match ticket sales and all of that but the US made things messy with their stringent rules and policies which bothers them and their security system. However, FIFA should accept the blame for all these as they failed to do and reach a proper communication and understanding with the US government hence all these nonsense we see currently this world cup tournament. You can imagine world cup ongoing and near empty stadium with no fan base fully captured on camera for the world to see how ridiculous it could be.

[Juicyhome]

FIFA will not repeat what happened in this World Cup. As I have said before they are autonomous organization which has it own laws regulating the affairs of the institutions which they can use it to protect their staff and and also provide tight security partnering with the host countries. I have not seen what is happening in the world cup in others. Everything looks odd for me. Looking at the ticket, it is too high and so much restrictions.

The Fifa president is a pet to Trump he's not acting like a president of FIFA, US government has disrespected many countries in this world cup, even a Fifa referee was not allowed to enter the US because of personal restriction with the host country. Fifa president is the problem and he should be voted out after this world cup, everything the US says stands, Fifa is to unit the nation, and if USA can't accommodate all, they should not be allowed to host for the first place.

The Islamic nations are not save in the USA even their fans are under serious threats because of trump political reasons, Fifa is an independent body they should not be control like this,in this scenario the USA government are controlling the affairs of FIFA with their sentiment. Fifa has no power when it comes to USA.

[Odusko]

If not because of logistics, FIFA should have zone the world cup out of USA for the reason that their are at war and for that reason they security challenges will definitely effect the freedom of the players, officials and even supporters club of many countries taking part in the FIFA game this period, we can blame USA entirely for what their are doing but the effects is always negative considering the nature of the game being hosted football brings people together in one place so we shouldn't be biased on who we allow to take part as long as they don't pause physical injury on others.

I think FIFA is already regretting that which they would not make the kind of revenue that should have made in this year world cup tournament. Trump has been mandating FIFA to do what he wants and they have no excuses for that since the united States is one of the countries that can threaten FIFA and their existence. There have been so many people that were banned from participating in this year world cup but the news is not talking about most of them.

The thing is that Trump is the kind of president who follows his feelings, without minding administrative rules, laws, or procedures. This period is one of the toughest for his administration, and FIFA will have to bear some of the heavy blows from it.
The effects of the war have been felt across the economy, tourism, and now sports. We hope that, in the future, the tension can be eased and football can receive the same level of attention and appreciation it enjoyed in the past.

[Agbe]

The thing is that Trump is the kind of president who follows his feelings, without minding administrative rules, laws, or procedures. This period is one of the toughest for his administration, and FIFA will have to bear some of the heavy blows from it.
The effects of the war have been felt across the economy, tourism, and now sports. We hope that, in the future, the tension can be eased and football can receive the same level of attention and appreciation it enjoyed in the past.

This world cup will be a history for a very long time because there are unusual things happening in the WC. But one thing I like in the world cup is that the African teams are doing well and unlike the previous World Cup where African teams were beaten mercilessly. According to Victor Osimhen, "it is painful for not participating in the world cup". They didn't participate in the previous World Cup too. And if this current squad of Super Eagles will play in the next World Cup qualifiers, definitely they will qualify.

[Callido]

It is annoying indeed to discover that a lot of people were denied entry into the United State of America for some reasons, I think we only go to know about that of the referee because of his prominence and how important is role is going to be on the world cup, if they could have done such a thing to a ref like that, then expect more worst on other people who are not even recognized and we don't even hear about who and who were affected in likes manner.

Fan visas will be denied a lot, we won't be seeing many supporters from the African countries in the world cup, this will affect the level of support and players will be discouraged when they perform. United States hosting the World Cup is a big mistake, i hope it won't be repeating any time sooner, until things get settled between them and other countries.

[Fiatless]

This world cup will be a history for a very long time because there are unusual things happening in the WC. But one thing I like in the world cup is that the African teams are doing well and unlike the previous World Cup where African teams were beaten mercilessly. According to Victor Osimhen, "it is painful for not participating in the world cup". They didn't participate in the previous World Cup too. And if this current squad of Super Eagles will play in the next World Cup qualifiers, definitely they will qualify.

Out of ten African countries, four have lost (South Africa, Tunisia, Senegal, Algeria), two played a draw (Egypt, Morocco, Cape Verde) and only one has won their game (Senegal). Ghana and DR Congo have not played their first game. I might say that African countries are not doing badly, but I wouldn't rate them above average. We hope to see at least half of the countries in the next round. 

[BitBakerr1]

If not because of logistics, FIFA should have zone the world cup out of USA for the reason that their are at war and for that reason they security challenges will definitely effect the freedom of the players, officials and even supporters club of many countries taking part in the FIFA game this period, we can blame USA entirely for what their are doing but the effects is always negative considering the nature of the game being hosted football brings people together in one place so we shouldn't be biased on who we allow to take part as long as they don't pause physical injury on others.

I think FIFA is already regretting that which they would not make the kind of revenue that should have made in this year world cup tournament. Trump has been mandating FIFA to do what he wants and they have no excuses for that since the united States is one of the countries that can threaten FIFA and their existence. There have been so many people that were banned from participating in this year world cup but the news is not talking about most of them.

What is happening in this year World Cup is surprising to me and FIFA is not even doing anything about it because they believe the United States has a very huge influence in the world so they need to work with the United States and agree everything they bring up for peace and for the continuous existence of FIFA, and again, I believe the United States are one of FIFA‘s biggest supporters i’m sure they support them very well with huge amount of money in whatever they’re doing and so they want to pay them back by listening to everything they will say, especially now that they are the one hosting the World Cup.
Because of the things the United States has been doing since the starting of this World Cup I no longer have too much interest in the World Cup and I don’t think if my country qualified I wouldn’t have been interested to go to the World Cup to watch it life, I don’t like what is happening and it is a very big disappointment and a shameful that a lot of people were denied Access to the United States for the World Cup.

[Nightwatchmare]

This is the news coming up this morning that FIFA would pay Omar Arthan his entitlement as a referee in the world cup tournament.  Although it is not his fault though that he was denied entry into the US but we expected that FIFA could have intervened in this matter but but it was captured in the news that he was interviewed for straight 11 hours and was still denied entry and from what I read online, the interview has to do with something related to a terrorist group affiliations which he said he doesn't have idea what they are talking about and I believe that was the reason behind his entry denial hence the possibility of FIFA not being able to interfer but to resolve in paying him his benefits as a referee for the tournament. We will keep our hands crossed and watch how it goes after the world cup tournament and see if FIFA would honour their promises as they have said in paying him his benefits.

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Fifa is well aware that it's also part of their fault why most of the wrong things that are happening in this world cup is happening. I have never heard in any tournament were fans or players of some certain teams are all denied visa or barred from entering the host nation due to one reason or the other, I have also not heard that an official of the Fifa was prevented from entering a country to perform his duties for same Fifa, I haven't heard of such until this world cup. Some has asked if this is a world cup or war cup because I don't think people has experienced this kind of humiliation back in the days before for a major tournament.

I would have concur that it is FIFA's fault why most of the wrong things that are happening in this world cup is happening but it not the fault of FIFA because FIFA does not have control over countries immigration laws, so there is nothing FIFA could do for fans and players who were denied entry in to the countries that co host the 2026 world cup to gain access in to the countries. What happening in this world cup is surprising, but we should not blame the host countries as they are working with their immigration laws, and anyone that breaks any of these laws will not be allow to participate in the world cup.

[Sammye3]

This world cup will be a history for a very long time because there are unusual things happening in the WC. But one thing I like in the world cup is that the African teams are doing well and unlike the previous World Cup where African teams were beaten mercilessly. According to Victor Osimhen, "it is painful for not participating in the world cup". They didn't participate in the previous World Cup too. And if this current squad of Super Eagles will play in the next World Cup qualifiers, definitely they will qualify.

Out of ten African countries, four have lost (South Africa, Tunisia, Senegal, Algeria), two played a draw (Egypt, Morocco, Cape Verde) and only one has won their game (Senegal). Ghana and DR Congo have not played their first game. I might say that African countries are not doing badly, but I wouldn't rate them above average. We hope to see at least half of the countries in the next round. 

You would be excluding Ivory Coast in the list of African countries that should be a strong match in this World Cup. It is a lot more interesting that African countries are in a strong competition with European countries now, which is something that has hardly being the case in the past. Popular countries like Morocco, Senegal,  Ivory Coast and the likes of Egypt, Algeria and DR Congo should make a difference for Africa this World Cup and it would be really magical to see them progress in this World Cup.

What would be the feeling of Africans worldwide to see any of this country in the World Cup finals?

[Mayor of ogba]

From the day the World Cup group stage fixtures was drawn and we found out DR Congo was in group K alongside Portugal and they will play Portugal in their first match in this World Cup, we already believed Portugal would beat DR Congo. Today Portugal and DR Congo officially face each other in the World Cup but the match didn't end as we long expected it to end. DR Congo defy the odds against them and held Portugal to a 1-1 draw, even as I wanted Portugal to win because of the love I have for Cristiano Ronaldo, congratulations to DR Congo for doing the unimaginable thing against Portugal.

[GeorgeJohn]

From the day the World Cup group stage fixtures was drawn and we found out DR Congo was in group K alongside Portugal and they will play Portugal in their first match in this World Cup, we already believed Portugal would beat DR Congo. Today Portugal and DR Congo officially face each other in the World Cup but the match didn't end as we long expected it to end. DR Congo defy the odds against them and held Portugal to a 1-1 draw, even as I wanted Portugal to win because of the love I have for Cristiano Ronaldo, congratulations to DR Congo for doing the unimaginable thing against Portugal.

This World Cup is tiring for someone to make a prediction, because most of my predictions I booked have all cut because of draw, so I notice that this world cup is no longer giving people what they want so many of the gamblers has lost a lot of money due to so many draws that occur during this tournament, but for Dr Congo and  Portugal, I will tell you that what happened to them is what happened in Brazil match, because nobody believe that Brazil will you draw their game 1-1 instead of defeating their opponent

[Zigabel]

I don't see anything that is annoying about it. The fact those people were not allowed to enter USA is for security reasons and USA shouldn't compromise there security policies or regulations because of FIFA world. Most of this people may have had cases that has taint there reputation. There are also countries that are known for terrorism, therefore I believe no was denied access to enter USA for no just reason. There is definitely a justifiable reason why they were denied access to USA.

If you had understood the essence or better put, the aim of competitions such as this then you would have understood better the point some of the others whom.you have responded to are making, you would have understood why many are already frowning at this mo entry policy by USA on some fans, player and even referee.

Football is supposed to be a game or competition that was supposed to foster unity globally, it was supposed to unite and not marginalise or inflicting unnecessary stress that may seem like a disuniting factor amongst countries and their spectators. No body is saying they should bridge their security system for easy entry, but to not obstruct the competition.