The African Coaches Connect (ACC) extends its warmest congratulations to Coach Henry Abiodun, a founding partner and supporter of ACC, on his nomination for the prestigious Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Diamond Jubilee National Award. This recognition is a testament to Coach Abiodun’s outstanding contributions to Nigerian football and his dedication to advancing the […]

The African Coaches Connect (ACC) extends its warmest congratulations to their Nigerian General coordinator and a leader of it’s International Press Group, Patrick Ngwaogu, Odogwu, on receiving the Veteran Sports Journalist Award from the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN). Ngwaogu, Editor-in-Chief of Exclusive News Online Newspaper, a trained football coach and administrator was recognized

Few issues in football law trigger as much tension between clubs and national associations as the release of players for international duty. Clubs worry about injuries, congested calendars, and loss of key players during domestic competitions.

The recent deduction of three points from South Africa’s World Cup qualifying campaign has stirred heated conversations across the continent. Bafana Bafana thought they had secured a vital 2–0 win against Lesotho, but FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee decided otherwise. In their ruling, the match result was annulled, Lesotho was awarded a 3–0 victory, and the South

Over the past decade, Africa has witnessed an explosion in the establishment of private football academies. Across all zones of the African football space, entrepreneurs and former players are setting up training centres with the dream of discovering the next genration of legends like Didier Drogba, Sadio Mané, or Victor Osimhen. According to FIFA’s Global Transfer Report

A memorial match was held in honor of the late mother of Madam Isha Johansen, a renowned football administrator and FIFA Council Member. The match was part of the tribute events organized before the vigil, showcasing the power of football to unite people in times of sorrow. Madam Isha Johansen, known for her tireless efforts

The ACC, Nigerian and African football community are in mourning following the passing of legendary coach and former Super Eagles player, Monday Sinclair. Widely known as ‘Professor’ for his in-depth knowledge and understanding of the game, Sinclair left an indelible mark on Nigerian football. The Bomadi-Ijaw Born Coach Monday Sinclair (Godfather of Ijaw football); a

African women’s football has never been more vibrant on the pitch, yet its business side continues to lag. Looking at the levek at which players of  the Super Falcons of Nigeria or even Banyana Banyana of South Africa play, coupled with performances at the Women’s World Cup, it is obvious that African teams can compete on the global stage. But

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled a new trophy for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Morocco 2024, marking a significant milestone in African women’s football. The trophy’s design features a stunning floral shape with identical petals spiraling upward, representing participating national teams, and a golden sphere adorned with a map of