Striver’s expansion into Africa has taken a major step forward after Roberto Carlos and Gilberto Silva. They both publicly endorsed the platform’s plans to build a dedicated football social media community across the continent.
The pairs announcement coincides with Striver.Football’s commitment to deliver daily AFCON news. From analysis and long-form coverage to behind the scenes day to day life.
The build-up to AFCON 2025 in Morocco in partnership with BelowTheLeague.com will form part of our new long term strategy. To deliver not only the content, but the news. And be part of our exciting plan for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Both Brazilian legends share deep ties with African football through coaching initiatives, ambassadorial roles and long-standing connections with national associations. Their involvement adds credibility and global visibility to Striver’s move into a region where football is not just a sport but a cultural foundation.
As Roberto Carlos noted, “Africa lives football with a passion the world should admire. A platform built for fans can play a huge role here.” Gilberto Silva echoed that sentiment.
He emphasised community involvement and representation: “African supporters deserve a space that feels like home, where stories are told with respect and depth.”
Africa remains one of the world’s most vibrant football landscapes. From the streets of Abidjan and Bamako to the beaches of Dakar. To the packed community grounds of Nairobi, football carries social meaning that goes far beyond match days.
AFCON, in particular, is a cultural anchor. It binds regions, generations and diasporas. Its atmospheres, rhythms and narratives reflect a continent with extraordinary diversity.
Striver’s decision to launch across Africa recognises both the passion and the untapped digital potential of this audience. The platform offer's moderated, abuse-free football discussion. Something that resonates strongly in online spaces where supporters seek connection rather than conflict.
Moreover, the presence of globally recognised figures such as Roberto Carlos and Gilberto Silva supports Striver’s aim. Together we will bring together communities through the beautiful game.
AFCON 2025 will serve as Striver.Football’s first major project in Africa. The platform promising daily news, tactical analysis, match previews, fan-culture insights and exclusive features.
This approach reflects Striver’s belief that AFCON deserves coverage equal in depth and quality to major European tournaments.
Striver.Football will publish:
- Morning briefings summarising major tournament updates
- Tactical deep dives on teams, trends and coaching decisions
- Player profiles of emerging African prospects
- Long-form narrative pieces exploring cultural and historical context
- Live match reports written in Striver’s analytical, low-noise style
- Community-led stories reflecting supporters across the continent
It is a commitment designed to give AFCON the serious football journalism it has often lacked in Western media spaces.
This further embeds the relationship between Striver.Football and it's exclusive marketing partner BelowTheLeague.com the social first content agency for football!
