Lyon, France — Bruno Fernandes etched his name in UEFA Europa League history as he surpassed Juan Mata’s assist record during Manchester United’s dramatic 2-2 draw against Lyon on Thursday night. The Portuguese midfielder delivered a precise pass to Joshua Zirkzee, who netted United’s second goal in the 88th minute, temporarily giving the visitors the…
UCL – Former Arsenal defender, Giovanni van Bronckhorst has said that the first free-kick scored by Declan Rice in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Real Madrid was not special. According to him, the goal was possible only because of a mistake by Real Madrid. Bronckhorst was speaking in agreement with former Real…
Champions League – Arsenal on Tuesday night thrashed Real Madrid 3-0 in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg tie. The first half ended in a 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium. However, in the second half, Declan Rice’s brace and a goal from Mikel Merino gave Mikel Arteta’s side a first leg advantage ahead…
Champions League – Declan Rice scored two scintillating free-kicks as Arsenal beat holders Real Madrid 3-0 in their Champions League quarter final first leg on Tuesday. Mikel Merino added Arsenal’s third goal before Real’s Eduardo Camavinga was sent off for kicking the ball away in the closing minutes to leave the Spanish giants in disarray….
Paris, France — Moses Simon, Nantes’ dynamic winger, has been nominated for the prestigious Marc-Vivien Foé Award, recognizing the best African player in France’s Ligue 1. The award, named in honor of late Cameroonian midfielder Marc-Vivien Foé, who tragically passed away on the pitch in 2003, celebrates outstanding African talent in French football. Simon, 29,…
Istanbul, Turkey — Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen delivered a match-winning performance, netting twice to secure Galatasaray’s 2-1 victory over Fenerbahçe in a gripping Turkish Cup quarter-final on Wednesday night. Turkey international Baris Yilmaz set up Osimhen for the opener just 10 minutes into the encounter, giving Galatasaray an early advantage in the fiercely contested derby….
Istanbul, Turkey — Fenerbahçe’s head coach, José Mourinho, has found himself at the center of controversy following a heated altercation with Galatasaray’s manager, Okan Buruk, after their intense derby showdown. The incident occurred at the final whistle when both coaches gathered around the match officials at the center of the pitch. Reports suggest Mourinho approached…
Ligue 1 – Nantes defender Nicolas Pallois has rated Moses Simon the club’s most important player. Simon has registered seven goals and eight assists for Antoine Kamboure’s men this season. Only three players, Rayan Cherki, and Dilane Bakwa (nine) have more assists than the Nigeria international this term. The 29-year-old has had a hand in…
Abuja, Nigeria — Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has traveled to Europe as part of his ongoing engagements with Nigerian players based on the continent. Scouting and Player Consultations During his trip, the 47-year-old tactician will meet with potential Super Eagles prospects while maintaining discussions with current squad members. Chelle, who has only overseen…
Manchester, England — Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has sustained an ankle injury, raising concerns over his availability for upcoming fixtures. The Norwegian forward picked up the injury during City’s 2-1 FA Cup quarter-final victory against Bournemouth, where he missed a penalty but later found the net. The setback occurred in a collision with Bournemouth’s…
Madrid, Spain— Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has reassured young forward Endrick that his opportunity to shine will come in due time, emphasizing the importance of patience in a highly competitive squad. Ancelotti made this statement while addressing the media ahead of Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey semi-final second-leg clash against Real Sociedad. His remarks…
Naples, Italy — Napoli forward Romelu Lukaku has revealed his ambition to transition into coaching after retiring from professional football. Despite some reservations, the Belgian international confirmed that he has already begun preparations to obtain the necessary coaching certifications. Speaking with the club’s official website, Lukaku expressed his enthusiasm for coaching while acknowledging his lingering…
Manchester, England— Manchester United defender Leny Yoro has confirmed his full recovery and readiness for the upcoming Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest. The French center-back, who has been sidelined for most of the month after sustaining an injury in a match against Arsenal, expressed his excitement about returning to action. Speaking to the club’s…
Madrid, Spain — Real Madrid is reportedly preparing a significant transfer bid to secure Manchester United’s playmaker, Bruno Fernandes, in the upcoming window. The Spanish club’s interest in Fernandes, who joined Manchester United from Sporting CP in January 2020, has intensified, with sources suggesting an imminent offer. The 30-year-old Portuguese international has cemented his place…
Nigeria – Turkish football pundit, Cem Dizdar has urged Galatasaray to think of Plan B amid striker, Victor Osimhen’s future with the club. According to Dizdar, Osimhen’s manager (representative) is hiding things from Galatasaray regarding the player’s next possible move ahead of the summer transfer window. Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan from Serie…
England – The Super Eagles will feature in a four-nation tournament in England in June. The Black Stars of Ghana and Reggae Boys of Jamaica will also participate in the competition. According to SCORENigeria, the Super Eagles will fly into England after their historic first-ever clash against Russia in Moscow. They will use the matches…
London, UK — The Premier League has confirmed that this summer’s transfer window will be split into two phases to accommodate Manchester City and Chelsea ahead of the expanded FIFA Club World Cup. According to BBC Sport, the first transfer window will run from Sunday, June 1, to Tuesday, June 10, before closing for five…
Abuja, Nigeria — Egypt has been confirmed as the new host of the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations following Cote d’Ivoire’s withdrawal from the tournament. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the decision after the Fédération Ivoirienne de Football (FIF) and the Ivorian government officially communicated their inability to proceed with hosting duties…
Nigeria: The Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors have arrived in Kebbi State, poised to launch their campaign in the 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League. Following a impressive debut last season, where they finished second behind champions Kebbi BSC, the team is determined to claim the top spot this year. With new recruits bolstering their squad, the…
Chelsea – Former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant has given Chelsea reasons to make a summer transfer move for Victor Osimhen. According to Pennant, Osimhen is clinical in front of goal, whereas Chelsea’s current striker, Nicolas Jackson, has a poor conversion rate. He believes the Nigeria international could be the solution to Chelsea’s scoring problems, adding…
London, UK — Arsenal is making moves to secure the long-term future of teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri, aiming to prevent rival clubs from luring him away. According to Daily Mail reports, the club is “closing in” on a new five-year contract for Nwaneri, which would extend his stay at the Emirates until 2030. The proposed…
Paris, France — France captain Kylian Mbappé has expressed his admiration for Zinedine Zidane, stating he would be thrilled if the former Real Madrid coach becomes the next manager of the French national team. Current France head coach Didier Deschamps has confirmed that he will step down following the 2026 FIFA World Cup., opening speculation…
Bournemouth, England — Premier League side Bournemouth have expressed interest in signing Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye ahead of the summer transfer window. The Cherries currently have Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan from Chelsea, but his long-term future at the club remains uncertain. As a result, Bournemouth are exploring potential alternatives, with Okoye emerging as a key…
Liverpool, England — Liverpool have identified Super Eagles and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman as their primary target to replace Mohamed Salah should the Egyptian depart this summer. With Salah’s contract set to expire at the end of the season and no renewal in place, speculation about his future has intensified. While Liverpool are keen to…
Kigali, Rwanda — Ademola Lookman affirms the Super Eagles’ readiness for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda, stressing that the team is not under any pressure to win. In a statement to Ojb Sports, Lookman, the Atalanta forward, stated that the three-time African champions are fully prepared for the challenge ahead, despite…
Man United – Manchester United have announced ticket price increases for next season, just days after revealing plans for a new £2 billion ($2.6 billion) stadium. Season ticket prices will rise by approximately 5%, while tickets for fans under 16 will remain unchanged. However, some senior ticket concessions have been removed. Additionally, the club is…
Ilara-Mokin, Nigeria — The 2025 Ondo Auto Rally is set to draw over 100 participants to the racing tracks of Ilara-Mokin, adjacent to the renowned Smokin’ Hills Golf Course, on April 19. Organizers of the eighth edition of the rally have promised an exhilarating display of speed, skill, and innovation, featuring off-road challenges on rugged…
Kigali, Rwanda — Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has revealed that he anticipated his national team invitation following his remarkable form with Belgian club, Genk. The 24-year-old forward earned his maiden call-up to the Super Eagles’ 39-man provisional squad for Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. His inclusion was later confirmed…
Kigali, Rwanda — The Super Eagles of Nigeria have commenced preparations for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda’s Amavubi, with an intense gym session in Kigali. The squad began their workout on Monday night at the Radisson Blu Hotel, where six players have already settled into camp. These include Victor Osimhen, Tolu…
ABUJA, NIGERIA– Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has commenced training camp in preparation for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. With the team’s World Cup hopes hanging in the balance, head coach Éric Chelle is under pressure to revive Nigeria’s qualification campaign. The Super Eagles have had a…
Nigeria: Barcelona and Atlético Madrid are poised to face off in a high-stakes La Liga match today, March 16, 2025, with the title race hanging in the balance The two teams are currently separated by just one point, with Barcelona and Real Madrid tied at 57 points and Atlético lurking closely behind. This season, Atlético…
