Category Archives: Football

11Jan/26

The King FIFA Forgot: Why Godfrey Chitalu’s 107-Goal Record Remains in the Shadows.

January 11, 2026FootballAfricanLegends, Chipolopolo, Chitalu, FIFA, FootballHistory, Gerd Müller, Godfrey Chitalu, GodfreyChitalu, Kabwe Warriors F.C., Lionel Messi, UCAR, WorldCup, Zambia, Zambia national football team, Zambia national football team plane crashadmin

Jan . 11, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ —
“In the history books of world football, the names Lionel Messi and Gerd Müller are synonymous with goal-scoring perfection. However, deep in the archives of African football lies a record that dwarfs them both. In 1972, a Zambian powerhouse named Godfrey ‘Ucar’ Chitalu reportedly found the net an incredible 107 times—a feat that should have made him an immortal icon. Yet, decades later, this staggering achievement remains unratified by FIFA, leaving fans to wonder: why was the greatest individual season in football history buried, and will the ‘King of Goals’ ever receive the global justice he deserves?” Continue reading →

09Jan/26

The Gated Games: Why the 2026 World Cup is Losing its Soul

January 9, 2026FootballAdvocacy Team, amnesty international, Canada, Dakwar, Daniel, Daniel Noroña, FIFA, FIFA World Cup, Gianni Infantino, In Canadian soccer, Iran, Jamil Dakwar, Mexico, MEXICO CITY, Senegal, TORONTO, Twitter, United States, Watch Minky Worden, Worden, Zurichadmin

Jan. 9, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The World Cup has always been more than a tournament; it is a quadrennial “Global Village” where the world puts aside its borders for ninety minutes at a time. But as we approach the 2026 kickoff, that village is being replaced by a fortress. The United States’ current immigration stance—marked by travel bans for 39 nations and “extreme vetting” for others—is fundamentally altering the spirit of the game. We are moving toward a “Two-Tier World Cup” where your ability to cheer for your national team is determined by the strength of your passport, not the depth of your passion. Continue reading →

09Jan/26

A Divided Pitch: The Rise of “Fortress America” and the Death of the Global Fan

January 9, 2026FootballAdvocacy Team, amnesty international, Atlanta, Border control, Boston, Brazil, Canada, Canadian, Colombia, Dakwar, Dallas, Daniel, Daniel Noroña, FIFA, FIFA World Cup, France, Germany, Guadalajara, Haiti, In Canadian soccer, Iran, Jamil Dakwar, Los Angeles, Mexico, MEXICO CITY, Miami, Monterrey, Norway, Philadelphia, Port-au-Prince, Qatar, Russia, Scotland, Seattle, Senegal, South Africa, Tehran, TORONTO, Travel visa, Tunisia, Turkey, Twitter, United Kingdom, United States, Vancouver, Visa Inc., Visa requirements for Indian citizens, Watch Minky Worden, Zurichadmin

Jan. 9, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The intersection of U.S. immigration policy and the 2026 FIFA World Cup has become a major flashpoint. The feasibility of a boycott and the “ruining” of the game are subjects of intense debate among human rights groups, fans, and governing bodies. Football without fans is like a movie without a soundtrack. You can still follow the plot, and the acting (the skill) is still world-class, but you lose the emotional crescendos that make you jump out of your seat. For a World Cup—an event built on the “unity” of humanity—a lack of fans doesn’t just change the score; it changes the soul of the event. Continue reading →

22Dec/25

2025 Africa Cup of Nations

December 22, 2025FootballAdrar Stadium, Africa Cup of Nations, African Cup of Nations, Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Casablanca, Comoros, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mali, Morocco, Morocco national football team results, Moulay Abdellah, Mozambique, Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, Senegal, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabweadmin

Dec. 22, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, a premier football tournament hosted by Morocco will span from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, the competition features 24 national teams divided into six distinct groups. The document lists specific match dates, kick-off times, and various stadium locations across the country, starting with the opening group stages and concluding with the final in Rabat.
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10May/25

Carlsberg reunites Dudek, Hyypiä and Smicer in film to celebrate 20th anniversary of Miracle of 2005

May 10, 2025FootballCarlsberg, Carlsberg Polska, Karlsberg Bulgaria AD, Vesterbro, Copenhagenadmin

As a long-time sponsor of Liverpool FC, Carlsberg is releasing a limited-edition can – the Miracle Can – to mark the 20th anniversary of the Miracle of 2005, often hailed as the best match of all time. The 2005 epic match saw Liverpool FC overcome a 3-0 deficit at halftime to ultimately lift the trophy following a nerve-wracking penalty shootout. It is now forever etched in the memories of Liverpool FC fans. Continue reading

05Dec/24

FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ broadcast agreement

December 5, 2024FootballDAZN, FIFA, Hammersmith, Sports broadcasting contracts in Canadaadmin

DAZN, the world’s leading sports entertainment platform, has today been confirmed as the exclusive global broadcaster of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, cementing its status as the global home of soccer. Continue reading

26Aug/24

FAN REVEALS HUMAN MOBILE DEVICES AS GLOBAL PARTNER OF FC BARCELONA

August 26, 2024FootballHMD Global, Mobile phone, Nokia, Olmo, Roebuck, Romeu, Victoradmin

Flick, Romeu, Victor, Olmo, Roebuck… there have been plenty of high-profile new arrivals at FC Barcelona in recent months, and today, a new supporter is announced to join the masses of fans out there. That supporter is Human Mobile Devices (HMD), a European mobile phone innovator that prides itself on doing things differently – a trait made abundantly clear in the new partnership reveal. Continue reading

03Jun/24

GATORADE® JOINS FORCES WITH INSPIRATIONAL FOOTBALL ICONS TO BOOST CONFIDENCE OF YOUNG FEMALE ATHLETES

June 3, 2024FootballBhutan Centre for Media and Democracy, Bilbao, Embedded, Kalam-Kalam Langitadmin

Gatorade, the world’s leading hydration beverage, has brought global footballing icons to Gatorade’s Girls’ 5v5 Finals at the UEFA Women’s Champions League Final in Bilbao, to tackle the issue that 40%* of teen girls lack confidence in sport, a key driver to the athletes of tomorrow dropping out of sports. Each legend shared their motivational tips to inspire girls from across the world to kick down confidence barriers to play football. Read more

19May/24

Why is Arsenal football Club relevant?

May 19, 2024FootballArsenal F.C., ARSENAL FOOTBALL CLUB, Kroenke Sports & Entertainmentadmin

19, 2024 /sports/ —

Gooners, the nickname for Arsenal Football Club fans, relate to the club in a passionate and multifaceted way:

Shared Identity: Being a Gooner provides a sense of belonging to a large and supportive community. It transcends geographical locations, uniting fans worldwide under a common passion for Arsenal https://www.arsenal.com/globalgooners.

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22Jan/24

Meet Legend and Glory with TECNO: 1000 Luminous Drones Enchant The Opening Ceremony Day of the 34th AFCON

January 22, 2024FootballAbidjan, Bhutan Centre for Media and Democracy, Côte d'Ivoire, Danish Defence Media Agency, Embeddedadmin

On January 13, the 34th African Cup of Nations (AFCON) kicked off with a spectacular opening ceremony in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. TECNO, the official sponsor of the 34th AFCON, made history with its stunning display of technology and art, featuring a first-ever choreographed show of 1,000 luminous drones in the African continent. Continue reading