On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, Ibrahim Traoré, the President of Burkina Faso, welcomed former African football legends for a historic event marking the reopening of the Stade du 4-Août in Ouagadougou. Among the prominent figures present, Cameroonian Samuel Eto’o, spokesperson for the African legends, emphasized the importance of this moment to strengthen the bond between generations and the Burkinabé people. « Burkina Faso is Africa, and we, the legends, feel at home everywhere on the continent, » he declared, stressing African unity and fraternity in this universal sport.
This initiative comes as the 2025 African Nations Championship, currently taking place in several East African countries, captivates fans across the continent with highly anticipated matches. Notably, Group D matches feature Congo versus Sudan, followed by Senegal—the 2023 titleholder—against Nigeria, two major African football teams promising intense duels. These matches are broadcast on several channels, including beIN SPORTS and Canal+, ensuring wide coverage across Africa.
Additionally, regarding African stars playing in Europe, Mohamed Salah recently shared his emotion following the tragic death of his teammate Diogo Jota in July 2025. The Egyptian Liverpool player confessed feeling « terrified » about returning to the pitch without his close friend, a poignant testimony highlighting the impact of the tragedy on the locker room and Salah himself. Nevertheless, the forward continues to excel, notably recognized this season among the world’s best wingers.
In other news, young Senegalese striker Oumar Diouf has just signed a contract with RFC Liège, a Belgian Challenger Pro League club, after a successful trial period. This transfer offers a new opportunity for the 22-year-old talent who aims to become a key part of Liège’s attack and continue his ascent in professional football.
