Winning at all costs: Morocco’s hard-fought victory is the same energy the federation should embody when hosting WAFCON
The Morocco men’s national team is consistently performing in their football competitions. But with the postponement of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations back in March, a few doubted the federation’s commitment to WAFCON. The same energy applied to the men’s competitions must be there for the women’s.
Egypt aided by domestic players as they advance to the Round of 16
Egypt’s domestic players, specifically its Al Ahly and Zamalek contingent, have made a difference for The Pharaohs in the World Cup. African teams with a significant number of domestic players tend to achieve unprecedented success.
Big margins still to overcome – Senegal and DRC exits a reminder that their federations still have work to do
Senegal and DRC can compete with the best. But there’s a gap outside of the players’ control that must be closed: unstable football federations. Delayed wage disbursement challenges and internal conflicts must be resolved. It could lead to unprecedented success.
This is the World Cup legacy I would like to see realized in the US
The USMNT’s performances are gripping a nation, and rightfully so. But off the field, what kind of legacy will this World Cup leave in the United States? Stadia sustainability, MLS reform, and changes in hiring practices are some of the things I’d like to see.
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