Women’s Football Spotlight: Nigeria’s Super Falcons camp is underway in Ikenne for two friendlies vs Senegal (June 5 and June 8), with coach Justine Madugu naming a 23-player squad as WAFCON 2026 preparations ramp up. Senegal-Linked World Cup Build-Up: The U.S. edged Senegal 3-2 in a pre-World Cup friendly, with Christian Pulisic ending a long scoring drought, but defensive lapses and social-media backlash over selections left Mauricio Pochettino with work to do. Player Fitness Watch: France’s William Saliba is facing serious doubt after a back injury scare following Arsenal’s Champions League final, with scans and France boss Didier Deschamps trying to calm fears ahead of the tournament opener vs Senegal on June 16. Music From Senegal’s Orbit: Peter Gabriel keeps the momentum on his lunar-release album o/i with “A Hard Lesson,” which he says began in Senegal and is now out as the sixth single. Film & Industry: Locarno Open Doors announced its 2026 Africa selections, adding new projects, producers and directors across the continent for August’s industry programme. Visa & Travel Pressure: A U.S. plan would cut the number of African missions processing visas from nearly 50 to 20, expected in June, adding friction for travelers heading to major events.