Nigeria: Arsenal’s pursuit of Alexander Isak has gained significant momentum, with the Newcastle United striker reportedly open to a potential summer transfer. Sources close to the situation suggest that Isak is growing increasingly frustrated with stalled contract talks, particularly over demands for a release clause and a notable wage increase. With his current deal running…
Lagos, Nigeria — A Sport gaming platform BetKing has unveiled a street football-themed crash casino game, JJ BallX, while honouring former Super Eagles captain Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha. According to a statement, BetKing recently launched the game in Lagos, paying tribute to Nigeria’s street football culture and the former Super Eagles captain, Okocha, who also inspired…
Cairo, Egypt — Nigeria’s U-20 men’s national team, the Flying Eagles, have booked a place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations following a thrilling 2-2 encounter against Kenya in their final Group B match. The qualification was confirmed on Wednesday, with goals from Kparobo Arierhi and team captain Daniel Bameyi…
Lagos, Nigeria — Former Super Eagles winger, Emmanuel Amuneke, has hailed Borussia Dortmund forward Serhou Guirassy as a prolific and reliable striker, while casting doubts over his speculated move to Barcelona. In an interview with Africa Foot, Amuneke praised Guirassy’s consistent goal-scoring record, describing him as a valuable asset capable of thriving at any elite…
Cairo, Egypt — Nigeria’s U-20 men’s football team, the Flying Eagles, are poised for a crucial clash against Morocco as they aim to book a quarter-final spot at the ongoing 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. The decisive Group B match is scheduled for this evening at the June 30 Air Defence Stadium in Cairo,…
London, England — Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has called on his players to convert their disappointment into determination as they prepare for a crucial UEFA Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Arteta’s charge came in the aftermath of a 2-1 Premier League defeat to Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday — a result…
Nigeria: Luton Town FC have been relegated to League One following a 5-3 defeat to West Bromwich Albion on Saturday, marking a second consecutive demotion for the club. The Hatters, who finished 22nd in the Championship, will now compete in the third tier of English football during the 2025/26 season. This latest setback comes just…
Madrid, Spain — Real Madrid’s manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has expressed uncertainty over his participation in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, suggesting he may not lead the team to the tournament. This indication was revealed during a press briefing ahead of Real Madrid’s La Liga fixture against Celta Vigo, where the Italian coach maintained that…
Istanbul, Turkey — Spanish international and Galatasaray forward, Álvaro Morata, has called on Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to commit his future to the Turkish giants amid growing transfer speculation. Morata, who recently joined the Istanbul-based club, made the plea during an interview with Turkish sports outlet Sports Digitale, expressing his admiration for Osimhen’s talent and…
Nairobi, Kenya — Global football governing body, FIFA, has taken disciplinary action against Kenyan side Muhoroni Youth FC, ordering their demotion to the country’s third-tier league following confirmed involvement in match-fixing. In an official statement, FIFA found the club guilty of breaching integrity standards through deliberate manipulation of football outcomes, a move that has further…
Ogun State, Nigeria — Renowned former England international and ex-Wimbledon striker, John FashanuJohn Fashanu, has openly expressed his ambition to coach Nigeria’s senior national football team, the Super Eagles. During a recent media interaction in Ogun State, Fashanu shared his aspirations in a video shared via X (formerly Twitter), affirming his readiness to take up…
London, England — Tottenham Hotspur Football Club has expressed serious interest in acquiring Nigerian forward Victor Boniface from Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen in the upcoming transfer window. The development was reported by Spurs Web, which indicated that the North London club is closely monitoring Boniface’s situation and may consider tabling a formal offer estimated at…
Manchester, England — Manchester United head coach, Ruben Amorim, says clinching the UEFA Europa League title could significantly redeem what has been a turbulent campaign for the Red Devils. United’s 2024/25 season has been riddled with inconsistency, leaving the club on the verge of finishing outside the Premier League’s top 10—a historic low for the…
Liverpool, England — Alisson Becker, Liverpool’s first-choice goalkeeper, has opened up about the emotional toll his father’s sudden death had on his mental wellbeing. The heartfelt revelation came during an interview with TribalFootball, where Alisson reflected on the tragic loss of his father, Jose Becker, who drowned in a lake near their family home in…
Istanbul, Turkey — Fenerbahce board member Hakan Safi has declared his willingness to personally finance the signing of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen in the upcoming transfer window. In a recent statement made to DeparSports, Safi revealed his eagerness to bring the prolific forward to Fenerbahce, pledging financial support to secure the deal. “Let’s unite and…
Paris, France — Paris Saint-Germain’s star winger, Ousmane Dembélé, is facing a race against time to be fit for the crucial UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg against Arsenal, following a suspected hamstring injury. Dembélé, who stunned the Emirates Stadium with a brilliant fourth-minute goal on Tuesday night, may now miss the decisive return fixture…
London, United Kingdom — Wayne Rooney, iconic former Manchester United forward, has voiced strong criticism of Arsenal’s performance and fan engagement during their UEFA Champions League semi-final first-leg loss to Paris Saint-Germain at the Emirates Stadium. Rooney’s remarks came during his post-match analysis on Prime Video, where he reflected on the Gunners’ 1-0 defeat —…
Real Madrid – Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal tally from his debut season, netting his 34th strike in the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona on Saturday. Mbappé scored as Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 3-2 in the Copa del Rey final in Seville. The 26-year-old, who joined Real Madrid from…
Get ready for an electrifying showdown! ⚽🔥 The 2025 Copa del Rey final sees Barcelona clash with fierce rivals Real Madrid tonight, Saturday, April 26, at 10:00 PM CEST at Estadio La Cartuja, Seville. 🏟️ Vinícius Jr. and Rodrygo are expected to lead Los Blancos’ attack, while Barcelona may call on Ferran Torres or Dani…
Paris, France — Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique says he holds deep tactical insight into Arsenal, expressing optimism ahead of their high-stakes UEFA Champions League semi-final faceoff. The French champions are set to visit the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday for the first leg of the semi-final showdown against Arsenal, reigniting a rivalry last sparked in…
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has been drawn into Group D alongside Mozambique and Rwanda for the upcoming 2025 AfroBasket Championship. The announcement, made ahead of the highly anticipated tournament scheduled to hold in Côte d’Ivoire from July 26 to August 3, sets the stage for a competitive showdown as…
FIFA Club World Cup – Willian Estevão will join Chelsea after the FIFA Club World Cup in June. This was disclosed by Estevão’s agent Andre Cury during a recent interview with AS. “He will join Chelsea after the Club World Cup,” Cury said. “He’s a world class player. He’s so good, he will make history…
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Nigeria – Nigeria forward, Umar Sadiq rose from the bench to help Valencia draw 1-1 against Rayo Vallecano at the Estadio de Vallecas on Saturday. Valencia went behind on the stroke of half time with Cesar Tarrega scoring an own goal. Sadiq was introduced in the place of Andre Almeida in the 66th minute. The…
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Football – Jurgen Klopp is reportedly open to taking over as Real Madrid manager, with Carlo Ancelotti expected to leave the Bernabeu before the end of the season. Klopp, who stepped down from Liverpool last season after nine years, currently serves as Red Bull’s Global Head of Football. But according to UOL Esporte, the German…
Arsenal – Mikel Arteta joked he wanted to “slap” Bukayo Saka after his early penalty miss against Real Madrid but praised the winger’s quick recovery in Arsenal’s dramatic 2-1 win at the Bernabeu. Leading 3-0 from the first leg, Arsenal had a chance to strike early in the return leg when awarded a 13th-minute penalty….
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Liverpool, England — Liverpool Football Club has officially confirmed that star forward, Mohamed Salah, has signed a fresh two-year contract extension, keeping him at Anfield until the summer of 2027. The deal marks a continuation of Salah’s remarkable journey with the Reds, extending his stay to a decade since arriving from AS Roma in 2017….
Ibadan, Nigeria — The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has handed a N5 million fine to Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) following a series of crowd-related offenses during their Matchday 32 fixture against Ikorodu City. According to a statement issued after the League’s disciplinary panel met on Wednesday, Shooting Stars were found culpable on multiple…
