Sierra Leone’s top striker Mohamed Kallon has pulled out of his country’s squad for their opening 2012 qualifier with Egypt.

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba is rested from Ivory Coast’s squad for their first qualifying match for the Nations Cup in 2012.

Osaze Odemwingie gives his reaction to racist banners displayed by fans of his former club.

German side Schalke 04 on Thursday signed Ghana defender Hans Sarpei from Bundesliga rivals Bayer Leverkusen.

Former Ghana captain Stephen Appiah is hungry for success and believes the 2010-11 Italian season will re-establish him as a top player.

Cameroon international midfielder Geremi Njitap signs for Greek club Larissa on a free transfer from Ankaragucu in Turkey.

Dutch club Ajax Amsterdam re-sign Egyptian striker Mido from Middlesbrough on a year-long deal.