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Manchester City clinched the Community Shield with a thrilling 7-6 victory over Manchester United in a penalty shootout, following a 1-1 draw at Wembley Stadium. The match was decided when Manuel Akanji scored the winning penalty after Jonny Evans missed his attempt, sending the ball over the crossbar. This triumph allowed City to avoid a…
Former Manchester United goalkeeper, Anders Lindegaard, has named Andrea Onana among top-three goalkeepers in the world. Lindegaard said this while defending Onana after the Cameroon international suffered criticism last season. He insisted that the former Ajax and Inter Milan shot-stopper was brought to Manchester United because he has world-class feet. “I think Onana has done…
Lionel Messi’s mansion became a target of climate activists on Tuesday, with protesters spray-painting the property to highlight the “responsibility of the rich for the climate crisis.” Campaigners from the group Futuro Vegetal released a video showing two members standing in front of Messi’s mansion near the cove of Cala Tarida on Ibiza’s western coast….
Manchester United goalkeeper, Andre Onana, has warned fans that he will take more risks this season. United manager, Erik ten Hag, brought in Onana to replace David De Gea last summer. The Cameroon stopper was recruited for his ability to play more expansively by passing out from the back, coming off his line and even…
Manchester United defender, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, is demanding a pay-off from the club before he completes a move to West Ham. Both Premier League clubs have all but agreed a £18million fee for the 26-year-old. Wan-Bissaka’s current contract at Old Trafford expires next summer and United want to cash in this summer, rather than lose him…
The Nigerian team, comprising Samuel Ogazi, Ella Onojuvwevwo, Emmanuel Ifeanyi Ojeli, and Patience Okon-George, set a new national record in the Mixed 4x400m relay, finishing with a time of 3:11.99. Despite their impressive performance, the team placed fourth in their heat and narrowly missed qualifying for the final. Great Britain won the heat, also setting…
Real Madrid forward, Brahim Diaz is now leading the race for the 2024 African Player of the Year award. The Morocco international, who switched allegiance from Spain this year, would battle the likes of Ademola Lookman for the award. Diaz, who once played for Premier League champions Manchester City, came back to Real Madrid in…
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have been knocked out of the 2024 Olympic Games after a disappointing 1-3 defeat to Japan at La Beaujoire Stadium in Nantes. This loss, their third consecutive in the tournament, concludes their Olympic campaign prematurely. Earlier, Nigeria had suffered defeats of 0-1 against Spain and 1-2 against Brazil. This result…
Fulham has agreed to acquire midfielder Emile Smith Rowe from Arsenal for an initial fee of £27 million, with potential add-ons totaling £7 million. The additional payments are contingent on Fulham’s performance in Cup competitions and European tournaments. Smith Rowe missed Arsenal’s last two pre-season matches as the transfer was being finalized. A product of…
Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, is not under pressure for the team to finish in the Premier League top four this season. Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS group are more interested in changing the structure around the club. The British billionaire has already enforced several changes off the field at Old Trafford, bringing in…
Chelsea are set to send two of their young defenders on loan this summer. As per UK Sun, the players are Alfie Gilchrist and Caleb Wiley. Gilchrist will head to the Championship for the new season. But the defender is yet to decide which team to join, with Sheffield United and Preston both making bids….
Premier League club, Manchester United are reportedly willing to sell seven players this summer to help raise funds for further signings before the end of the transfer window. Erik ten Hag’s side have already splashed £88m this summer on the additions of striker Joshua Zirkzee and defender Leny Yoro. United are still hoping to sign the likes…
NPFL U-17 camp opens in Abuja The Nigeria Premier Football League U-17 camp has opened in Abuja. Reports shows that the camp is aimed at grooming the players selected during the inaugural edition of the NPFL Youth League. The exercise will run for two-weeks at the Goodluck Jonathan Athletes Performance Hostel inside the FIFA Goal…
Chelsea are looking to sell goalkeeper, Djordje Petrovic, only one year on from his arrival at Stamford Bridge. The Blues signed the Serbia international from MLS last summer in a seal worth an initial £12.5million. Petrovic made his Premier League debut from the bench in December, replacing the injured Robert Sanchez. He remained first choice…
Former Germany international, Didi Hamann, has predicted that Manchester United will finish above Arsenal in the Premier League next season. The Red Devils finished eighth, eight points outside the top-four places and 31 points behind champions Manchester City. However, Erik ten Hag’s men will play in the Europa League, because they beat City in the…
New Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has left six players out of his US pre-season tour, amid uncertainty over their futures, according to the Daily Mail. Discounting the five players that had their international breaks extended and the injured Djordje Petrovic, at least 43 other players have been left out of the squad for varying reasons….
Rwanda Premier League club, Muhazi FC have announced the signing of Nigeria forward, Babuwa Samson. Babuwa joined Muhazi from another Rwandan club, Sunrise FC. The striker scored 10 goals and seven assists for Sunrise last season. He caught the eye with his impressive displays for Sunrise. The striker signed a one-year contract with Muhazi FC…
Former Atletico Madrid defender, Kieran Trippier has advised Chelsea midfielder, Conor Gallagher to consider a move to the Spanish LaLiga club this summer transfer window. Gallagher has just one year left on his contract at Chelsea and could leave Stamford Bridge this summer. The 24-year-old has attracted interest from Atletico Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur. Atletico…
Manchester United will allow as many as six players to leave the club this summer. They will be selling the players as they look for a major rebuild under INEOS. The Red Devils have already opened the exit door for five players permanently and brought in two. Erik ten Hag’s side have signed striker, Joshua…
Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen will receive a €4 million wage increase at Paris Saint-Germain after agreeing personal terms with the French giant. According to Tuttosport, the reigning African best footballer striker has penned a five-year deal worth €14 million per season with PSG, which represents a significant pay rise from his current €10 million…
Liverpool have demanded an “urgent investigation” after their under-18s team walked off following alleged racist abuse during two youth matches in Germany. The Reds’ games in the Bundesliga Cup youth tournament against Hoffenheim on Friday and Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday were abandoned as a result of the alleged racism towards the same player. A club…
AC Milan has successfully signed Spanish forward Alvaro Morata from Atletico Madrid on a four-year contract, with an option for a 12-month extension. The Serie A club activated Morata’s release clause, which is reportedly around £11 million, to finalize the transfer. Morata, 31, recently led Spain to victory in the Euro 2024 as team captain….
18 year old Lille defender, Leny Yoro has completed his move to Manchester United in a deal worth over £59.1m after the Old Trafford club beat Real Madrid and Liverpool to his signature. Real Madrid were reportedly the Frenchman’s preference, but United worked hard to convince the 18-year-old to join after agreeing a deal worth…
Mason Greenwood has completed his £30million move to Marseille from Manchester United, 30 months after being suspended by the English club for ass@ulting his girlfriend. Greenwood, 22, will link up with former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi after signing a contract with the French side worth £27m plus £3.2m in add-ons. Greenwood had not…
Super Falcons midfielder, Peace Efih, has completed a move to Greek side, OFI Crete. Efih linked up with OFI Crete on a free transfer following the expiration of her contract with Portuguese women’s side, Braga. “With a presence in the top leagues and an explosive competitive character, Peace brings with it the passion, experience, and…
Chelsea will get almost £1 million if England decides to replace Gareth Southgate with Graham Potter. Potter left the Blues last April after less than seven months in charge. However, Mail Sport reports that the Premier League club remains obliged to pay his salary, believed to be around £200,000-a-week, until October. If he is appointed…
England’s women’s team earned a goalless draw against Sweden in their final Euro 2025 qualifier, clinching their spot in next year’s finals. Italy and the Netherlands also secured qualification. Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses needed only to avoid defeat to guarantee a top-two finish in Group A3, ensuring automatic qualification for the tournament in Switzerland next July….
French superstar, Kylian Mbappe has been officially unveiled as Real Madrid after sealing his move from PSG. The 25-year-old winger was presented to cheering 80, 000 Real Madrid fans at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday morning, July 16. Mbappe walked into the stadium sporting the iconic number 9 jersey that famously has been worn by…
Gareth Southgate has stepped down as England manager after the team’s loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Southgate announced his resignation in a statement on Tuesday, citing the need for a new direction. “It’s time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday’s final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as…
The 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season will be run on a full- schedule format. There were reports the NPFL was planning to adopt an abridged format for the new season due to financial challenges faced by some of the clubs. The club owners have however resolved to go for a full- schedule format….
Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has announced a N50 million reward for Rangers International Football Club of Enugu following their triumph in the 2023/2024 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Speaking at a state banquet held at the Government House in Enugu, the governor expressed his gratitude to the team for elevating the status of…
