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…
Sarawak, Malaysia — Nigeria secured a historic victory in their first-ever completed ICC Women’s U-19 World Cup match, defeating New Zealand in a thrilling contest. This milestone was reported by ICC-Cricket.com following Nigeria’s Group C clash in Sarawak, Malaysia. Making their ICC Women’s U-19 World Cup debut, Nigeria faced delays after their opening match against…
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…
EPL – Arsenal threw away a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 with Aston Villa, putting a dent on their Premier League title hopes. The Gunners came into the game looking to keep up with Liverpool, who scored two late goals to beat Brentford 2-0 earlier in the day. Gabriel Martinelli opened the scoring…
PREMIER LEAGUE – Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal had to take the blame for their damaging 2-2 draw against Aston Villa after sloppy defending cost them a chance to keep pace with Premier League leaders Liverpool. After Liverpool’s 2-0 win at Brentford earlier on Saturday, the Gunners were left with no margin for error when…
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…
Sarawak, Malaysia — Nigeria and Samoa were each awarded a point after their Group C opener in the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup was abandoned due to persistent rain. The much-anticipated game, scheduled to hold at the Borneo Cricket Ground in Sarawak, Malaysia, did not progress to the toss stage before the weather conditions…
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,…
Nigeria–Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, believes he has what it takes to achieve success with the team. His appointment has been greeted with widespread criticism from football fans and pundits in Nigerians. Football fans in Nigerian believed he does not have the experience and expertise to tinker the Super Eagles. The former defender guided…
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…
London, England — Chelsea captain Reece James has identified the team’s failure to convert chances as the key factor in their 2-2 draw against Bournemouth on Tuesday. James, who recently returned to action following a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to hamstring injuries, made a notable comeback as a second-half substitute. His impact was…
Nairobi, Kenya — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the rescheduling of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) to August 2025. The decision, revealed on Tuesday, follows recommendations from CAF’s Technical and Infrastructure experts, who have been monitoring preparations in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. While significant progress has been made in constructing and…
Nigeria _ The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that Eric Chelle, the newly appointed head coach of the Super Eagles, will be officially unveiled on Monday at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja Chelle’s appointment has sparked mixed reactions among football enthusiasts, but NFF President Ibrahim Gusau has expressed confidence in the Franco-Malian…
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s stunning strike lit up Liverpool’s 4-0 win over Accrington Stanley to cruise into the FA Cup fourth round on Saturday as Chelsea thrashed Morecambe 5-0. Brentford were the only Premier League side to fall to lower league opposition as Plymouth, who sit bottom of the Championship, stunned the Bees 1-0 thanks…
Liverpool, England — David Moyes has officially returned to Everton Football Club as their manager, signing a two-and-a-half-year contract. The announcement marks Moyes’ return to Goodison Park, where he previously managed the Toffees from 2002 to 2013, establishing himself as one of the club’s most successful managers. The 61-year-old Scottish coach has been tasked with…
Everyone is expecting my comment on the recent engagement of a foreign coach for the country’s national football team, the Super Eagles. I am sorry that I am going to disappoint those expecting me to criticize or praise the appointment. I am numb! Like every other Nigerian, I knew a search was on for…
EPL – Former Liverpool attacker, Emile Heskey, has named Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United as the flop of the season. The former England international believes that the midfielder has not done enough as a captain and has only one good performance this season which came against Liverpool. Heskey told Instant Casino that the…
Former Chelsea striker, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has revealed that the club’s former manager, Jose Mourinho has apologized to him over his exit from Stamford Bridge. According to Hasselbaink, the Portuguese gaffer wanted Didier Drogba to join him at Chelsea and be the club’s striker. The 52-year-old said this while opening up about…
London, UK — West Ham United has parted ways with head coach Julen Lopetegui following a string of disappointing results in the Premier League. The decision comes on the heels of a 4-1 defeat to Manchester City, leaving the Hammers in 14th place on the league table. Lopetegui, who was appointed in May to…
Football – Former Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur star, Jamie Redknapp, has hit out at Arsenal following their Carabao Cup semi-final first leg 2-0 defeat against Newcastle United. Arsenal failed to beat Newcastle in front of their home supporters at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night. Mikel Arteta’s side was without one of their…
FOOTBALL – Manchester United on Tuesday confirmed that two of their players have joined new clubs on loan. The players are midfielder, Emma Watson and defender Jess Simpson. The Red Devils disclosed this in a separate statements via their website. Watson, 18, joined fellow Barclays Women’s Super League side Everton for the…
Nigeria – The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has confirmed that Eric Chelle will be the new head coach of the national team. This is a historic appointment in the history of the country’s football. The 47-year-old first caught the attention of Nigerian football supporters last year when he led Mali to their first…
Abuja, Nigeria — The newly appointed head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, will also take charge of the Home Eagles at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). The decision was confirmed by the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, during an interview. “We have come out with the policy that…
