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Former Real Madrid winger, Royston Drenthe, has suffered a stroke. The 38-year-old is currently undergoing treatment in hospital after being admitted on Sunday.
This was revealed by FC de Rebellen, a business entity which represents several former footballers,
The statement read: “Last Friday, Royston Drenthe suffered a stroke.
“Drenthe is currently receiving good care and is in good hands.
“The team and those involved hope for a speedy recovery.”
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Drenthe came into prominence while playing for Feyenoord in the Netherlands, before signing for Real Madrid, where he won LaLiga in 2007.
The Dutchman played in the Premier League, when he had a loan spell with Everton.
He also turned out for Reading and Sheffield Wednesday.
In other news, Africa will have strong representation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as nine African countries have officially secured their tickets to the global football showpiece, with one more team still in contention through the intercontinental playoff.
The confirmed nine African countries going to the 2026 World Cup are:
South Africa
Egypt
Ghana
Algeria
Senegal
Morocco
Tunisia
Cape Verde
Ivory Coast
The expanded 48-team World Cup format has given Africa nine direct qualification slots and an additional playoff spot, offering the continent unprecedented opportunity to showcase its talent on the global stage.
Morocco, who made history as the first African nation to reach the World Cup semi-finals in 2022, will look to repeat their heroics in North America. Senegal and Ivory Coast, two of Africa’s most consistent performers, will also be keen to assert dominance, while Egypt and Ghana return to the tournament with renewed ambition.
