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Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie emerged as the hero on Tuesday as her late goal secured Nigeria a place in the final of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The dramatic moment came in the dying minutes of the tightly contested semifinal clash against hosts Morocco, with both sides locked in a tense battle…
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has said that the club’s legend Lionel Messi paved the way with the number 10 shirt at Camp Nou. The Spain international made the statement on Wednesday after signing a new contract with Barcelona that will see him remain at the club until 2031. Yamal, who was also handed Messi’s iconic…
The 2025 Ballon d’Or rankings took a little twist after the conclusion of the FIFA Club World Cup tournament in the United States on Sunday night. News reports that Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 to win the Club World Cup final. A first-half brace from Cole Palmer and a goal from Joao Pedro gave the…
Chelsea thrashed Paris Saint-Germain 3–0 in the Club World Cup final on Sunday. The Blues were considered underdogs ahead of the game, in which they came up against the Ligue 1 and Champions League winners. However, it was the Premier League club who flew out of the blocks in the first half, scoring the three…
NIGERIA – Udinese are demanding €15 million to sell Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, News reports. According to transfer expert, Ekrem Konur, Udinese have offered the shot stopper to Turkish Super Lig champions, Galatasaray. Negotiations between Udinese and Galatasaray are however still at an early stage. There is also interest in Okoye from Bournemouth, Inter Milan…
London, England — Tottenham Hotspur have secured a major summer signing after agreeing to a £55 million deal with West Ham United for Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus. The 24-year-old is expected to undergo a medical on Thursday ahead of finalising a six-year contract with the North London club. Football transfer expert David Ornstein confirmed the…
Istanbul, Turkey — Super Eagles forward Umar Sadiq is attracting attention from three Turkish Super Lig clubs as Spanish side Real Sociedad prepares to offload the striker this summer. Sadiq, who joined Sociedad in 2022, is no longer in the club’s plans for the upcoming 2025/26 season. Reports from Estadio Deportivo suggest the La Liga…
Barcelona, Spain — La Liga champions FC Barcelona have confirmed the contract extension of veteran goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny, securing his stay at the club until 2027. The announcement came via an official statement from the Catalan club on Monday, describing Szczesny’s renewal as both a reward and recognition for his remarkable performance during the past…
Portugal — The Family, friends, and Liverpool teammates gathered on Friday in Portugal to pay their last respects to Diogo Jota and his younger brother, André Silva, who died in a car crash on Thursday. The joint funeral ceremony took place at Igreja Matriz de Gondomar church in Jota’s hometown, Gondomar. On Friday, Liverpool manager,…
Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has told Noni Madueke that he is free to leave the Premier League club this summer. Arsenal are believed to hold an interest in adding Madueke to their squad. The Gunners have reportedly initiated fresh round of transfer talks, with Chelsea valuing the 23-year-old at £50 million. Madueke only moved to…
PORTLAND – An Oregon jury found former Houston Rockets guard Ben McLemore guilty on Thursday of raping a woman in while playing for the Portland Trail Blazers in 2021. Deliberations lasting around 10 hours after an 11-day trial concluded with the jury in Clackamas County finding McLemore, 32, guilty on one charge of first-degree rape, one…
The world of football is often filled with stories of triumph, skill, and passion. However, it also, at times, faces profound tragedy with some footballers losing their lives to tragic car accidents. The sudden and untimely deaths of players, particularly in devastating car accidents, cast a long shadow over the sport, reminding us of the fragility of…
Turin, Italy — Juventus Scouting Director Giorgio Chiellini has categorically rejected reports linking the club to Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, amid swirling transfer speculation this summer. Osimhen’s loan stint at Galatasaray recently concluded, leaving the 26-year-old forward to consider his next career move. The striker joined the Turkish side last summer on a one-year loan…
Casablanca, Morocco — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has introduced a brand-new trophy ahead of the upcoming 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) set to take place in Morocco. The unveiling took place on Wednesday, July 2, in Morocco as anticipation builds for this year’s tournament. According to a statement on CAF’s official…
BRAZIL – Brazil national team head coach, Carlo Ancelotti has named late football icon Pele as the greatest player of all time (GOAT). Ancelotti believes Pele deserves the first place ahead of Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi and Al Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo. Speaking recently to CONMEBOL, the Italian said (via BolaVIP): “I can’t say definitively because…
Charlotte, USA— Chelsea secured a hard-fought 4-1 victory after extra time against Benfica in a rain-delayed last-16 match at the Club World Cup on Saturday, booking their spot in the quarter-finals. Goals from Christopher Nkunku, Pedro Neto, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall during extra time propelled the Premier League side into a quarter-final showdown with Brazil’s Palmeiras….
Lagos, Nigeria— Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed immense pride and joy following Kwara United FC’s landmark victory at the 2025 President Federation Cup final held at Mobolaji Arena, Lagos, on Saturday. In a statement personally signed by the governor, he commended the players, coaching staff, management team, Sports Commission, and supporters for their…
Monaco— French midfielder Paul Pogba has signed a two-year contract with Ligue 1 club AS Monaco, marking his return to professional football after nearly two years away from the game. The 2018 World Cup winner’s move to Monaco was confirmed by the club on Saturday, offering Pogba a fresh start following a turbulent period marked…
Udinese, Italy— Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is at risk of a lengthy suspension after being referred to Italy’s disciplinary commission on allegations of sporting fraud. The 25-year-old Nigerian international stands accused of deliberately earning a yellow card for time-wasting in the 64th minute during Udinese’s 2-1 Serie A victory over Lazio on…
Istanbul, Turkey — Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel is set to join Turkish powerhouse Besiktas on a free transfer, following the expiration of his contract with Fenerbahce. The 27-year-old right-back, who has spent the past four years with Fenerbahce, will officially depart the club at the end of June. Despite attracting interest from several English…
Lagos, Nigeria — Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has expressed strong belief in Nigeria’s ability to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the team’s current standing in the qualifying campaign. Speaking during an interview with Brila FM, the Chippa United shot-stopper acknowledged that while the path to qualification may appear challenging,…
Milan, Italy — AC Milan are reportedly setting their sights on Nigerian international and KRC Genk striker, Tolu Arokodare, as part of a strategic rebuilding initiative under newly appointed head coach, Massimiliano Allegri. According to Tuttosport, the Italian club is currently exploring options to bring in fresh attacking talent, with Arokodare emerging as a top…
Leicester, England — Ruud van Nistelrooy has stepped down as manager of Leicester City following the club’s relegation from the English Premier League, the club confirmed on Friday. According to an official statement released by the club, Van Nistelrooy’s departure was the outcome of a mutual agreement between both parties, resulting in the immediate termination…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In an escalating pursuit to secure the services of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, Saudi Pro League powerhouse Al-Hilal have reportedly increased their salary offer in a renewed attempt to finalize a deal. According to reports originating from Italy, the club is determined to meet both the financial and contractual demands required…
Super Falcons – Nigeria’s Super Falcons, aiming for a 10th continental gong at the 13th Women Africa Cup of Nations taking place in Morocco next month, will take on the senior women national team of Portugal in a friendly match in Lisbon on Monday. The Falcons’ contingent flew out of the Federal Capital, Abuja to Casablanca…
FOOTBALL – England defender Myles Lewis-Skelly has agreed to a new contract at Arsenal. The left-back, whose current deal expires in 2026, has been in talks with the Gunners over recent months. The 18-year-old has now agreed an extended deal, which will see him commit his future to the Gunners, once signed. It is reward…
Madrid, Spain — Real Madrid star forward Kylian Mbappé has been hospitalised after being diagnosed with an acute case of gastroenteritis, ruling him out of the Spanish club’s opening FIFA Club World Cup fixture. The French captain, 26, was notably absent from training on Tuesday due to a fever and did not feature in Real…
Hull, England — Nigerian international defender Semi Ajayi has officially joined EFL Championship side Hull City on a two-year contract, marking a significant addition to the Tigers’ defensive line ahead of the 2025/26 season. The 31-year-old centre-back sealed the move after a six-year spell at West Bromwich Albion, bringing with him a wealth of experience…
London, England — Football pundit and former Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand has hinted that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen could be eyeing a move to Old Trafford this summer, following his reported rejection of a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal. Ferdinand made the remarks during a recent episode of his Rio Ferdinand…
Miami, USA — Saudi Arabian powerhouse Al-Hilal produced a resilient performance to earn a hard-fought 1-1 draw against European champions Real Madrid in their opening match of the FIFA Club World Cup, held at the iconic Hard Rock Stadium. The encounter began with early promise from Al-Hilal, who thought they had taken the lead when…
Miami, USA — Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano has acknowledged the quality of opposition his team faced in Al Ahly, following their tense goalless draw in the opening match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at the Hard Rock Stadium. In what was a closely contested fixture, the Egyptian champions controlled the tempo…
