Banned ref had 6-year match-fixing history
A FIFA investigation linked a referee accused of match-fixing a World Cup qualifier to "numerous publicly documented scandals" since 2010.
Rohr issues update on Enyeama return
Ahead of the World Cup draw, the Nigeria coach has discussed the current Super Eagles goalkeeping situation with KweséESPN.
Picking a Dream XI from Africa's World Cup qualifiers
Which of the continent's Russia-bound stars would make a dream African XI?
Akpeyi must shut out criticism if he's to reach the World Cup
Daniel Akpeyi must shut out his critics and banish memories of his errors vs. Argentina if he's to make Nigeria's World Cup squad.
Who benefits from Nigeria's financial pact with the NFF?
Sunday Oliseh is just one figure within Nigerian football set to benefit from the national side's recent financial agreement with the NFF.
Mbodji grabs late winner to sink South Africa
Kara Mbodji scored a late winner as Senegal sealed a 2-1 victory over South Africa in Dakar to absolutely confirm their World Cup qualification.
NFF & Super Eagles sign World Cup bonus agreement
Nigeria's players and football federation signed a landmark agreement concerning the payment structure for World Cup bonuses on Tuesday.
Not all doom and gloom in Black Stars' World Cup failure
Despite not qualifying for the 2018 World Cup, there are positives for the Black Stars to take from the failure.
Where was African World Cup qualification won & lost?
KweséESPN identify the five matches which ultimately decided Africa's World Cup qualifiers.
Top Africans from weekend's World Cup qualifiers
Who were the continent's star performers during the weekend's qualifiers?
Baxter looks for Bafana to finish with a flourish
Stuart Baxter insists it is important for South Africa to finish their qualifying campaign with a flourish against Senegal on Tuesday.
Picking an African dream team of World Cup absentees
While several of Africa's top names will be present at the World Cup, many have been left behind.
Gyasi's first Ghana goal secures draw vs. Egypt
Edwin Gyasi's first Ghana goal cancelled out Shikabala's opener as the Black Stars end their World Cup qualifying campaign with a draw against Egypt.
Tunisia complete Africa's World Cup line-up with Libya draw
The North Africans confirmed their berth in Russia after drawing 0-0 with Libya in Rades, ending the Democratic Republic of Congo's World Cup hopes.
Morocco beat Ivory Coast to secure World Cup return
Morocco ended their two-decade wait for a World Cup ticket by beating Ivory Coast 2-0 in Abidjan on Saturday.
Morocco and Tunisia qualify for World Cup
Morocco stunned Ivory Coast 2-0 to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, while Tunisia also booked their ticket to Russia on Saturday.
Uganda striker Sekatuka delighted to make Cranes return
Striker Nelson Senkatuka has revealed his delight at returning to the Uganda squad for the Cranes' World Cup qualifier away at Congo-Brazzaville.
Banana rescues 2-2 draw for Cameroon vs. Zambia
Yaya Banana headed home a stoppage-time equaliser as Cameroon ended their World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2-2 draw in Zambia.
Algeria vs. Nigeria: Player Ratings
How did the Super Eagles fare in their final World Cup qualifier against Les Fennecs in Constantine?
Late Brahimi penalty denies Nigeria victory in Algeria
Yacine Brahimi converted a late and controversial penalty to secure a 1-1 home draw for Algeria to deny Nigeria victory in the final qualifier.
South Africa vs. Senegal: Player Ratings
How did Senegal and South Africa's players fare in Friday's World Cup qualifier in Polokwane?
Baxter sees progress despite Bafana failure
South Africa coach Stuart Baxter believes his side are progressing despite their failure to reach the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
African WC qualifying: what each nation needs
Two of the five available World Cup places have been confirmed in Africa, with the final three places decided in November.
Senegal book place at World Cup finals
Senegal became the third African country to qualify for the 2018 World Cup by defeating South Africa 2-0 on Friday.
Quiz: How well do you know the history of WC qualifiers?
How well do you know the history of World Cup qualification? Test your knowledge ahead of this week's crucial playoffs.
WCQ Ladder
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | +7 | 14 |
| Congo DR | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | +7 | 13 |
| Libya | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -6 | 4 |
| Guinea | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | -8 | 3 |
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Nigeria | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | +8 | 14 |
| Zambia | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | +1 | 8 |
| Cameroon | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | -2 | 7 |
| Algeria | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | -7 | 2 |
| Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Morocco | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | +11 | 12 |
| Ivory Coast | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | +2 | 8 |
| Gabon | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -5 | 6 |
| Mali | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | -8 | 4 |
| Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Senegal | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | +7 | 14 |
| Burkina Faso | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | +4 | 9 |
| Cape Verde Islands | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -8 | 6 |
| South Africa | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 4 |
| Group E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Egypt | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | +4 | 13 |
| Uganda | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | +1 | 9 |
| Ghana | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | +2 | 7 |
| Congo | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | -7 | 2 |