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DR Congo FA President Sentenced To Life Imprisonment

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3 months ago

March 11, 2026

The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo Football Federation, FECOFA, Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, has been handed a life sentence after being found guilty of multiple financial offences.

The conviction followed an eight-month probe into allegations of corruption and financial misconduct within the country’s football governing body.

A court found Mayolas culpable of offences including money laundering, embezzlement, forgery, and the use of falsified documents.

The ruling was delivered in his absence, emphasizing the seriousness of the charges brought against him.

Two other senior officials of the federation were also convicted in connection with the case.

FECOFA Secretary-General, Badji Mombo Wantete, and the federation’s Treasurer, Raoul Kanda, were each sentenced to five years in prison over their roles in the financial irregularities.

The verdict is being viewed as a significant step in the authorities’ push to promote transparency and accountability in the administration of football in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Officials say holding senior figures responsible for wrongdoing will help rebuild confidence in the country’s sporting institutions.

The development has sparked strong reactions among football supporters, players, and stakeholders, many of whom have called for sustained reforms to curb corruption and ensure that funds meant for the development of the game are properly managed.

Observers say the case reflects the broader challenges faced by sports organisations in safeguarding financial integrity and reinforces the message that corruption will attract severe consequences, regardless of rank or position.

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UCL Final: Paul Merson Mentions Three Players Who Should Lead Arsenal’s Attack Against PSG

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4 days ago

May 29, 2026

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Former Arsenal star, Paul Merson, has mentioned three players that should lead the Gunners’ attack when they face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final.

Both teams will clash in the Champions League final in Budapest on Saturday evening.

However, in his column for Sportskeeda, Merson wants the likes of Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard to lead Arsenal’s attack against Luis Enrique’s side.

“I expect Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard to lead the Arsenal attack in this game,” Merson said.

“I like Trossard. He plays in all the big games because he’s such a reliable and good footballer. But I don’t expect Arsenal to open PSG up with this trio. Their real chance is through set-pieces,” he said.

PSG and Arsenal head to the game after eliminating Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid, respectively, in the semi-final earlier this month.

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UCL: Paul Merson Tells PSG How To Beat Arsenal In Final

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4 days ago

May 29, 2026

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Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has told Paris Saint-Germain how to beat Arsenal when both teams clash in the Champions League final on Saturday.

Arsenal will take on PSG in the Champions League final on Saturday night in Budapest.

However, in his column for Sportskeeda, Merson disclosed that if the Parisians want to win Mikel Arteta’s side, they must not allow the Gunners to score the first goal in the encounter.

“If PSG want to win this final, they cannot afford to let Arsenal score the first goal,” Merson said.

“We know how difficult Arsenal can be to break down. Even PSG can play defensive like they did against Bayern in the second leg, but their front-three is just superior to Arsenal.

“Even if Arsenal try, they cannot match PSG’s attack,” he said.

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World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo Tipped To Olay 2030 Tournament

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4 days ago

May 29, 2026

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Former Eric Djemba-Djemba has asserted that Cristiano Ronaldo has the potential to participate in the 2030 World Cup.

The Cameroonian emphasized the Portugal captain’s relentless pursuit of self-improvement.

“It would be the ideal conclusion,” the former Manchester United midfielder said as he backed Ronaldo’s ambition to continue playing until the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

Djemba-Djemba believes that if his former teammate chooses not to retire by 2030, Portugal should certainly include him in their World Cup squad.

He stated on BetVictor via GOAL, “He is driven by a desire to enhance his skills and to compete. I have never encountered a mentality quite like his. If he is still active when the 2030 World Cup takes place in Portugal, I firmly believe he should be included in the team.”

Djemba-Djemba further remarked that it would represent the perfect conclusion to Ronaldo’s career if he were to play in the 2030 World Cup alongside his son before retiring from professional football.

“It would be the perfect finale to his career and a remarkable moment for Portuguese football. And just think if Cristiano Jr. is also present. That would be extraordinary.”

Ronaldo holds the record as the top goalscorer in international men’s football, with 143 goals to his credit.