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São Paulo, Brazil — Brazilian superstar Neymar is reportedly on the verge of rejoining his former club Santos, sources revealed on Sunday. The forward, currently signed to Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, has been sidelined after head coach Jorge Jesus stated earlier this month that Neymar “can no longer perform at the level we are…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr has initiated discussions to sign Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface as part of their squad reinforcement strategy. According to renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Al Nassr is seeking to replace Brazilian forward Talisca, who recently joined Turkish club Fenerbahce. Romano disclosed via his X account,…
Brussels, Belgium — Former Belgian international footballer Radja Nainggolan has been arrested in connection with an ongoing investigation into cocaine trafficking. Authorities confirmed the arrest of the 36-year-old midfielder on Monday morning, alongside several other suspects, following coordinated police raids across Belgium. According to a statement from the Brussels prosecutor’s office, the investigation centers on…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — William Troost-Ekong played a key role in Al Kholood’s 2-1 victory against Al Raed in a thrilling Saudi League encounter on Saturday. Al Kholood, coming off a disappointing defeat, faced an Al Raed side eager to rebound from three consecutive losses. The match marked Troost-Ekong’s 17th league appearance this season, further…
NIGERIA – Manchester United have never hidden their desire to bring Napoli owned striker, Victor Osimhen to their fold and the Super Eagle has been a long-time target of the Red Devils, but negotiations never materialised betweelln all parties to make the Nigerian’s Old Trafford switch come to fruition. However, with the new carrot dangled…
LEAGUE – Premier League defending champions Manchester City will host Chelsea this Saturday in the marquee match of Matchday 23 of the 2024/25 season. Dubbed the “Battle of the Money Bags,” this encounter features former Manchester City assistant manager Enzo Maresca squaring off against his former mentor, Pep Guardiola, for the second time this…
Manchester, England — Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has admitted that his team no longer instills the fear it once did at the Etihad Stadium as they prepare to face Chelsea in today’s Premier League fixture. In an interview published on the club’s official website, the Spanish tactician reflected on his team’s recent struggles, pointing…
Leicester, England — Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has confirmed that the club has no plans to part ways with Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, despite interest from top European sides. Reports have linked the 28-year-old with potential loan moves to Monaco and Atletico Madrid, both of which include an option to buy. However, Van…
PREMIER LEAGUE – Manchester City on Thursday announced the signing of Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush for a reported initial fee of around £59 million ($72.6 million). The 25-year-old, whose contract is understood to include a potential further £4.2 million in add-ons, has signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with the Premier League champions. Marmoush is City’s…
SUPER EAGLES – Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has reacted to a report that he ended his four-year relationship with Norwegian, Rikke Hermine. Reports alleged Ms Hermine insisted on a legal marriage without a prenup. A prenup is a written contract protecting the assets and finances of both parties in case of divorce or death….
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles have a new challenge in Group D of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) after Equatorial Guinea replaced Congo Brazzaville, following the latter’s disqualification by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Congo was expelled from the tournament after the CAF Disciplinary Board ruled that the team fielded an…
Paris, France — Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) staged a dramatic 4-2 comeback against Manchester City at the Parc des Princes, delivering one of the most memorable matches of the season. Manchester City took control early, with Jack Grealish silencing his critics by scoring in the 32nd minute after a precise through ball from Kevin De Bruyne….
London, England — Mason Greenwood, the former Manchester United forward, has officially completed the paperwork to change his international allegiance from England to Jamaica, according to talkSPORT. Greenwood, now playing for Olympique Marseille in Ligue 1, made this decision after being informed by the English Football Association (FA) that he would not be considered for…
Dortmund, Germany — Borussia Dortmund have officially parted ways with head coach Nuri Şahin following their 2-1 defeat to Bologna in Tuesday’s Champions League clash. The loss marked Dortmund’s fourth consecutive defeat across all competitions, a disappointing streak for a club that reached the Champions League final last season. Şahin, who served as assistant to…
[ez-toc]Manchester, England — Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim reportedly vented his frustration after his team’s 3-1 defeat to Brighton by smashing a TV screen in the club’s dressing room. According to The Athletic (via The Sun), Amorim unleashed his anger in a rare and intense outburst, both verbal and physical, shocking players who were accustomed…
Madrid, Spain — Victor Boniface has been named in Bayer Leverkusen’s squad for their UEFA Champions League encounter against Atletico Madrid. The Nigerian forward has been out of action since suffering a thigh injury during international duty in November. Now fully recovered, the 24-year-old is poised to make his comeback for the Bundesliga side. Boniface…
Glasgow, Scotland — Rangers defender Leon Balogun has expressed his readiness to continue representing Nigeria at the international level. The 36-year-old has not featured for the Super Eagles since his appearance as a substitute during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sao Tome and Principe in June 2022. Despite his absence, Balogun emphasized…
Manchester, England — Manchester City has officially signed Abdukodir Khusanov from French club RC Lens, making history as the first Uzbek player to feature in the Premier League. The 23-year-old center-back has agreed to a four-and-a-half-year deal, keeping him at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2029. The transfer fee is reported to exceed…
Porto, Portugal — FC Porto has announced the dismissal of head coach Vitor Bruno, making him the third manager from Portugal’s top three clubs to lose his job this season. The 42-year-old took charge of the team at the start of the season, succeeding Sergio Conceição, who moved to AC Milan. However, Bruno’s tenure was…
Manchester, England — Premier League icon Alan Shearer has labeled Manchester United’s current performance under manager Ruben Amorim as their worst yet. Since Amorim took over following Erik ten Hag’s dismissal in October, the Red Devils have managed to improve by just one position on the league table. The team’s struggles were further highlighted on…
London, England — The Premier League has clarified the decision to disallow Kai Havertz’s late goal for Arsenal against Aston Villa due to a handball. Havertz appeared to secure a dramatic 87th-minute winner when Mikel Merino’s shot deflected off him into the net. However, after a VAR review, the goal was overturned, as the ball…
Munich, Germany — Christopher Nkunku has reportedly reached a personal agreement to join Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich. The French forward is eager to return to Germany after struggling to secure a regular spot at Chelsea. However, while personal terms have been settled, negotiations between Bayern Munich and Chelsea are ongoing. The Blues have set a…
Rome, Italy — Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has reportedly attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, according to newsmen Reports from Lazio News 24 reveal that the 23-year-old is among a select group of Lazio players being closely watched by unnamed English clubs. Dele-Bashiru joined Lazio on loan last summer from Turkish Super Lig side…
Harare, Zimbabwe — Zimbabwe’s head coach, Michael Nees, has emphasized that Nigeria’s Super Eagles have immense potential, far beyond their current standing in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Nigeria is set to face Zimbabwe shortly after their match against Rwanda when the qualifiers resume in March. The last encounter between the…
Brussels, Belgium — The Belgian Football Federation has announced the dismissal of Domenico Tedesco as head coach of the senior national team, following disappointing performances in recent competitions. In a statement released by the federation, the decision was attributed to the team’s underwhelming results in the Nations League and at Euro 2024, where Belgium exited…
Atalanta, Italy — Atalanta winger, Ademola Lookman, has been crowned the club’s Goal of the Month winner for December, according to newsmen This marks the first time this season that Lookman has received the prestigious accolade. The Nigerian international earned the award for his outstanding goal during Atalanta’s UEFA Champions League clash against defending champions,…
Champions League – Pep Guardiola’s marriage fell apart because he’s a workaholic and went ahead to extend his contract with Manchester City. According to Daily Mail, his devotion to work ‘took a toll’ on his relationship, a close friend of the Manchester City boss revealed. Vanguard reports that Pep split from his fashion…
Madrid, Spain— Maria Guardiola, daughter of Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, has shared insights into the life lessons imparted by her parents, emphasizing the significance of love and passion. In an interview with Vanity Fair Spain (via Goal), the 24-year-old reflected on the values her parents instilled in her. Among the key takeaways was the…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Super Eagles Team B will face tough competition in Group D of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), now rescheduled to August 2025. The tournament, jointly hosted by Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda, promises intense matchups as 20 teams vie for continental glory. The official draw took place at the Kenyatta International…
Nairobi, Kenya — The home-based Super Eagles have been placed in Pot C ahead of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), as revealed during the draw ceremony held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). The eagerly anticipated tournament will feature 19 teams competing for the ultimate prize in African football. The Home Eagles share…
Nairobi, Kenya — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled a revamped logo and an elegant trophy for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), signifying a fresh identity for the tournament. The announcement, made ahead of the official draw at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, highlights CAF’s commitment to celebrating African football’s rich heritage…
