Author: Sam Allcock

In a shocking turn of events, former champions Equatorial Guinea and Tunisia have been eliminated in the first round of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers. The dramatic outcomes have reshaped the road to Morocco, where the tournament will be held. Equatorial Guinea Falls Short Against Tanzania Equatorial Guinea, winners of WAFCON in 2008 and 2012, faced a major upset at the hands of Tanzania. After trailing 3-1 from the first leg, the Equatoguineans could only manage a 1-1 draw at home, resulting in a 4-2 aggregate defeat. Ranked 63 places higher than their opponents, Equatorial Guinea’s…

More than three years have passed since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. This war, the deadliest in Europe since World War II, has devastated millions of lives. In the early days of the conflict, the United States stood firmly behind Ukraine, rallying international support against Russian aggression. However, as time has passed, that commitment has waned. America’s recent shift in policy signals a retreat from its earlier stance, a decision that could have lasting consequences for both Ukraine and the broader global order. From Unwavering Support to Gradual Abandonment When Russia first invaded, Ukrainian…