Today's Voice Africa

Amidst tension from Raphinha's brash comments ahead of the Argentina-Brazil World Cup qualifier, Lionel Scaloni focuses on Messi and Neymar’s bond. This clash marks a historic shift as both stars miss the lineup for the first time in 20 years. Scaloni remains optimistic about Argentina’s performance without Messi, seeking World Cup qualification. The highly charged match in Buenos Aires draws significant attention in the CONMEBOL rankings.

Evans Kavisi, the Kenyan rally driver, is set to return to the 2025 WRC Safari Rally with a refurbished Mitsubishi Evo X, determined to complete the grueling event after overcoming past technical setbacks. The rally will see fierce competition from top drivers like Kalle Rovanperä. The event kicks off with President William Ruto officiating the start in Nairobi's KICC, spanning several challenging terrains.

Ndindi Nyoro, chair of the National Assembly Budget Committee in Kenya, has harshly criticized the National Treasury for missing revenue targets and reckless borrowing, which have driven the public debt to Ksh10.6 trillion. For the fiscal year 2023/24, the government fell short by Ksh172.1 billion, sparking concerns over budget allocation priorities and calls for stricter oversight.

Catch the Premier League match between Arsenal and West Ham with various streaming and TV options available for fans in the US, UK, and worldwide.

Liverpool is slightly favored in their upcoming Premier League match against Manchester City. The forecast gives Liverpool a win probability of 44.6%-47%, compared to City's 30.7%-33.2%. Mohamed Salah’s history against City and City's defensive struggles are key factors. Betting suggestions include backing either Liverpool or a draw with over 2.5 goals.

Liverpool faces a key Premier League match against Aston Villa aiming to extend their lead over Arsenal. With injuries on both sides, including Liverpool's Gakpo and Villa's Cash, the match promises tension. Mohamed Salah is on the brink of climbing Liverpool's all-time scoring chart, as the Reds look to capitalize on Villa's defensive struggles.

Brendan Rodgers, Celtic's manager, is excited about the 'supercharged' atmosphere expected at Celtic Park for the Champions League play-off against Bayern Munich. The match holds historic significance, marking Celtic's first knockout-stage appearance since 2017-18. Both teams are eager to progress, with Bayern's coach, Vincent Kompany, acknowledging the stadium's formidable noise levels.

Brazilian winger Antony scored his first goal for Real Betis in only his second appearance on February 8, 2025, highlighting his promising start with the LaLiga club. Joining on loan from Manchester United, Antony looks to refresh his career after struggling to justify his hefty transfer fee in the Premier League.

In an exhilarating match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, India triumphed over England by 15 runs in the fourth T20I, securing a 3-1 series win. Shivam Dube and Hardik Pandya were instrumental in India's innings, while spinners Ravi Bishnoi and Varun Chakravarthy, along with newcomer Harshit Rana, were key in restricting England's chase. England captain Jos Buttler rued missed opportunities, as India proudly celebrated yet another home series win.

The 2025 Six Nations Championship kicked off with an exciting and highly anticipated clash between France and Wales at the iconic Stade de France. The French team, under the leadership of Antoine Dupont, demonstrated their prowess by dominating the game from the onset. Despite Wales' hopes to reverse a 12-match losing streak under Warren Gatland, France maintained pressure throughout, ultimately securing a decisive victory.

Arsenal wraps up their Champions League group phase with an away game against Girona on Matchday 8. Clinching five wins out of seven games, Arsenal is poised to advance to the round of 16 after a decisive 3-0 win over Dinamo Zagreb. With Girona out of the competition, Arteta might prioritize the upcoming Premier League face-off with Manchester City. Viewers can catch the game live on TNT Sports 4 in the UK or via VPN abroad.

FC Barcelona faced off against Benfica in a high-stakes UEFA Champions League clash on January 21, 2025, achieving a remarkable comeback victory. Despite swirling transfer speculations linking forward Ferran Torres to AC Milan, he affirmed his commitment to Barcelona. The dramatic 5-4 match highlighted Barcelona's attacking capabilities and the strategic mastery of coach Hansi Flick, revealing both resilience and vulnerabilities within the team.