On the morning of Saturday, November 18th, the national team concluded its final phase of preparation for the highly anticipated match against Algeria, marking the second round of Group G in the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The team, coming off a crucial victory in Botswana (3-2), demonstrated determination and focus during […]
Category: Qualification for the 2026 World Cup
Riyad Mahrez Visits Costa do Sol Academy and Leaves a Mark of Inspiration
Last Friday, the 17th, the Costa do Sol Sports Club Academy was honored with the presence of Riyad Mahrez, star of African football and prominent player of the Algerian National Team. Mahrez not only trained on the Costa do Sol field with his entire national team, but also dedicated special time […]
The Mambas' opponent this Sunday is already on Mozambican soil.
In the early afternoon of this Friday, November 17th, the Algerian national team landed on home soil, marking their presence for the crucial game on Sunday (19) against the Mambas, in the second round of qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The arrival of the Algerian delegation in Mavalane brings with it an atmosphere of expectation and […]
Mozambican Football Federation Honors Commitments and Rewards Players After Victory Over Botswana
The Mozambican Football Federation (FMF) announced today that it has honored its commitments, ensuring that each player receives a bonus of MZN 80,000.00 (eighty thousand meticais) in accordance with the FMF's bonus regulations. This bonus is a result of the "Mambas'" 3-2 victory over Botswana in the first qualifying round match […]
The Mambas returned to the country last night.
Last night, the national team returned home after their thrilling victory over Botswana. However, the rest was brief, as this afternoon marks the start of intensive preparations for their next challenge: the highly anticipated match against Algeria. The crucial clash is scheduled for Sunday at the National Stadium of […]
Ratifo and Jonathan: The "Resurrected" Ones Who Shone in Operation Botswana
In the Mambas' last match against Botswana, coach Chiquinho Conde was forced to call upon Stanley Ratifo and Jonathan, who were initially excluded from the squad. The injury to key players opened a window of opportunity for these forwards, who responded with remarkable performances. Ratifo, brought on in the 7th minute to replace the injured Faisal Bangal, and Jonathan, […]
Mozambique begins its quest for qualification for the 2026 World Cup with a victory.
Mozambique took a significant step towards its aspiration to participate in the 2026 World Cup by beating Botswana 3-2 in Matchday 1 of the qualifiers. The game, played on foreign soil, saw the Mozambican team show its determination from the start. The highlight of the match was the remarkable performance of Clésio, […]
Reconnaissance Training at Obed Itami Chilume Stadium
The national team landed in Botswana's capital city determined for the crucial match against the home team. The players, eager for the challenge, immediately headed to the Obed Itami Chilume Stadium for a training session to familiarize themselves with the pitch, aiming to adjust their strategies to the playing surface. The stadium, which will be the venue […]
Mambas land in Francistown for decisive challenge.
The Mambas' journey to Botswana began with an express flight that lasted one hour and 15 minutes. The charter flight transported the delegation from Mavalane to Matante, in Francistown, the city chosen to host the start of the group stage of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Comprising 48 members, 25 of whom are athletes, the delegation, […]
Mambas on the Road to Qualifying for the 2026 World Cup
The Portuguese National Football Team, affectionately known as the Mambas, departed this morning from Maputo bound for Gaborone, where they will face Botswana on Thursday, November 16th. This match marks the start of Group G in the qualifying phase for the 2026 World Cup. Under the guidance of coach Chiquinho Conde, the Mambas […]