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Hey football fans! If you blinked this week, you might have missed the fireworks in the UEFA Champions League. Matchday 3, played on October 21 and 22, 2025, was pure chaos – the good kind. A whopping 71 goals flew into the net across 18 matches, smashing the old record for the most goals in a single matchday. That's more than three goals per game on average! We saw hat-tricks, red cards, stunning saves, and enough drama to fill a soap opera. From young stars shining bright to big teams rolling over their rivals, this was Champions League at its wildest. Grab a coffee, settle in, and let's relive the magic from Tuesday and Wednesday. I'll keep it simple, just the highlights and those "wow" moments that had everyone on their feet. Tuesday, October 21: A Goal Fest Kicks Off with Fireworks Tuesday set the tone with 43 goals alone – and don't forget the five red cards that turned games upside down. It felt like every team came out swinging. Here's the rund...

If you're anything like me, the buzz around the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been building for what feels like forever. This isn't just any tournament—it's the first one with 48 teams, spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. And for Africa, it's a golden chance to shine brighter than ever. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) gets nine direct spots, plus a shot at a 10th through playoffs. That's huge! Over the past two years, from November 2023 right up to October 2025, 54 African nations battled it out in a grueling qualifying round. It was full of drama, upsets, and heart-stopping moments. Today, let's dive deep into how it all went down, group by group, and zoom in on where our beloved Super Eagles of Nigeria stand. Grab a drink, settle in—this is going to be a long, exciting read. The Big Picture: Africa's Road to North America Africa's qualifiers kicked off with a simple but fierce setup: 54 teams (well, 53 after Eritrea pulled ou...