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Head of Spain’s Euro 2024 semi-final clash on Tuesday evening, Joselu has heaped praise on his teammate Nico Williams. Both men would hope to file out with Spain as they tackle the former World champions ahead of their UEFA Euro 2024 semi-final clash against France. The two sides will face off at the Allianz Arena…
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has revealed why the European champions didn’t go ahead to sign Victor Osimhen last summer even though he was a major target of the club. Los Blancos were among the clubs linked with Osimhen, who enjoyed a stellar campaign with Napoli in the 2022/23 season. Osimhen was last summer seen…
Bayern Munich have confirmed the £52million signing of Michael Olise from Crystal Palace. The 22-year-old has joined the Bundesliga giants on a five-year deal. The French right winger was admired by Manchester United, Chelsea, and Newcastle United, with the latter two clubs reportedly being permitted by Palace to speak to the Frenchman. Still, he decided to…
Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has clarified rumours that he has stepped aside from international duty. Musa did not feature in any of Nigeria’s seven matches at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, where the team finished as runners-up. The ex-CSKA Moscow winger last started a game for the national team in 2021 during…
Former Manchester United forward, Louis Saha has advised his former club to go all out and sign Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen this summer. Osimhen has been linked with a number of European heavyweights after his displays for Napoli in the last two seasons. Osimhen scored 26 goals in 32 league appearances as the Partenopei…
Jude Bellingham has been cleared to play in England’s Euro 2024 quarter-final against Switzerland on Saturday after receiving a one-match suspended ban and a fine for a gesture made during the last-16 victory over Slovakia. The 21-year-old midfielder’s ban is suspended for a year, and he has been fined £25,400 (30,000 euros). UEFA investigated Bellingham’s…
Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum is confident that his team will advance beyond the group stage at the 2024 Olympic Games. The nine-time African champions have been drawn into a challenging group with Brazil, former world champions Japan, and reigning world champions Spain. Drawing inspiration from their impressive performance at the 2023 FIFA Women’s…
Super Falcons head coach, Randy Waldrum, is positive of a good outing at the 2024 Olympic Games despite his team being drawn in a tough group. The West Africans are in Group C with Brazil, former world champions Japan, and reigning world champions Spain. Waldrum unveiled his squad for the women’s football event on Thursday….
Arsenal have signed goalkeeper David Raya from Brentford on a permanent basis in a deal worth approximately £27 million. Raya, who excelled during his loan spell at Arsenal last season, has now formally joined the Gunners, fulfilling an agreement made with Brentford last year. David Raya’s initial move to north London in August was structured…
The Super Eagles have been presented with an earlier opportunity to avenge their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying defeat to the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in Abidjan last month, with both teams again paired in the same group in the race for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations that begins in two months’ time. Their…
The Super Eagles have been placed in Pot 1 ahead of the draw ceremony for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) released the draw procedure on its official website on Wednesday. CAF said, Highest ranked nations, according to the latest FIFA Rankings released June 20 , 2024 will occupy…
Donyell Malen’s double secured the Netherlands a place in their first Euros quarter-final since 2008, with a commanding 3-0 win over Romania in the last-16 on Tuesday. Cody Gakpo opened the scoring in the first half and, despite several missed chances, provided the assist for Malen’s second goal. Malen sealed the victory with a brilliant…
Chelsea has acquired midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Leicester City for £30 million. The 25-year-old, a product of the Leicester City academy, has signed a six-year contract with Chelsea, extending his stay at the club until 2030. The deal was concluded before Sunday’s Premier League profit and sustainability rules (PSR) deadline, assisting Leicester in complying with…
Marseille has named Roberto De Zerbi as their new manager. De Zerbi left Brighton at the end of last season after a two-year stint in the Premier League. The Italian coach has agreed to a three-year contract with Marseille, taking over from Jean-Louis Gasset, who retired at the conclusion of the last campaign. “I had…
Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz scored as Euro 2024 hosts Germany advanced to the quarter-finals by overcoming Denmark in a match dramatically interrupted by a severe storm. The last-16 encounter at Borussia Dortmund’s Westfalenstadion was paused for around 20 minutes in the first half due to lightning, hail, and heavy rain. The match was also…
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Six England fans have been issued football banning orders due to disturbances before the Euro 2024 match against Serbia in Gelsenkirchen on June 16. The UK Football Policing Unit (UKFPU) has been working closely with German authorities throughout the tournament. The banning orders prohibit the individuals from attending both domestic matches and England internationals for…
Manchester United coach, Erik Ten Hag, is set to sign a new deal at the club with an extension between the two parties now close to being agreed upon. Manchester United manager, Erik Ten Hag, is set to sign a new deal with the Premier League. According to transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, the contract…
Please accept cookies to access this content Inter Miami and Argentina superstar, Lionel Messi has revealed that God is the reason behind his success as a footballer. The 37-year-old, who is currently with Argentina at the Copa América in the US, said that he has tried to make the most of the gift God…
Italian club, Napoli is reportedly set to reduce their asking price for Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian international currently has a €150 million release clause in his contract, which has put off some of his potential buyers. Italian reports have claimed that Napoli will lessen their release clause stance on the Nigerian, with Calciomercato stating the Partenopei…
CAF President Patrice Motsepe has expressed his strong support for Morocco in hosting what he believes will be the best Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in history. The biennial tournament is scheduled to take place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. Motsepe, quoted by CAFonline, stated, “I am confident that…
Kylian Mbappe returned to training with the French national team on Wednesday, days after breaking his nose during France’s Euro 2024 opener against Austria. The 25-year-old forward was seen wearing a protective bandage during the session. Initially training alone, his participation in France’s upcoming match against the Netherlands in Leipzig on Friday remains uncertain. The…
Arsenal is preparing a €100 million bid for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, although this offer falls €30 million short of Napoli’s release clause. The Premier League club is aiming to secure the deal at approximately €100 million or £85 million. With RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko committed to staying another year, Arsenal is exploring alternative options,…
Spanish club, Sevilla have agreed on a deal to sign Super Eagles forward Chidera Ejuke. The 26-year-old has a verbal agreement to join Sevilla and will have his medical on Monday, June 17, after which he will sign a three-year contract with the La Liga side. The seven-time UEFA Europa League winners finished 14th in…
Chelsea have made contact with Crystal Palace in an attempt to sign Michael Olise. The French youth international of Nigerian descent is said to be open to the move. Chelsea, who are in talks over the Aston Villa striker Jhon Durán, tried to sign Olise from Palace last summer but the deal didn’t go through. They have approached…
Here is a detailed guide towards the UEFA Euro 2024 match schedule and how to watch the matches. UEFA Euro 2024 kicks off at 8pm Nigeria time on Friday as hosts Germany take on Scotland in the opening match. This marks the first time Germany is hosting a major international tournament since the 2006 FIFA…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have retained their position in the latest FIFA women’s ranking released on Friday. According to the ranking published on FIFA’s website, Nigeria holds the 36th position globally, remaining the top-ranked African nation. Under the leadership of Randy Waldrum, the Super Falcons continue to dominate the African continent. South Africa’s Banyana Banyana holds…
West Ham United have announced the signing of Brazilian winger Luis Guilherme from Palmeiras for £25.5 million, on a five-year contract. The 18-year-old becomes the first signing under new manager Julen Lopetegui, who took charge last month. Guilherme’s transfer will be finalized on Friday, coinciding with the official opening of the Premier League transfer window,…
Juventus has confirmed the appointment of Thiago Motta as their new head coach. Juventus fired Maximiliano Allegri last month, just days after he won the Coppa Italia and now Motta, a former player at the club has signed a three-year contract with the former European champions. The decision to part ways with Allegri…
Inter Miami and Argentina star, Lionel Messi has disclosed that he has no plans to leave football soon. The legendary footballer who turns 37 on June 24, says Major League Soccer club Inter Miami will be his final team. But he hasn’t set a retirement date just yet. “I’ve done this all of…
Tottenham’s £65million club-record signing Tanguy Ndombele has left the club by mutual consent after joining the club five years ago. The Frenchman joined on a six-year deal from Lyon as part of a summer spending spree under former boss Mauricio Pochettino but last played for the Premier League side in 2022. Ndombele, 27, has spent the last three seasons out on…
