Madrid, Spain — Former Arsenal and Real Madrid star Mesut Özil has called on referees to ensure the protection of young talent Arda Güler from rough challenges on the field Özil made this appeal during an interview with Turkish media, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding promising players from reckless tackles that could hinder their growth….
NIGERIA – Ademola Lookman and Sead Kolasinac have returned to Atalanta training just in time for their decisive UEFA Champions League second-leg playoff against Club Brugge. Their availability provides a much-needed boost for La Dea as they aim to overturn a first-leg deficit. According to Eco di Bergamo correspondent Giulia Mazzoleni, both players were spotted…
LEAGUE – The stage is set for the UEFA Champions League’s knockout phase playoff second-leg fixtures. The second-leg playoff matches will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively. News reports that the first-leg playoff fixtures were played last week. There are currently 16 teams – Monaco, Benfica, Celtic, Bayern Munich, Feyenoord, AC Milan, Brest, Paris…
Paris, France — Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United have reportedly submitted verbal contract offers for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, with both clubs prepared to activate his €75 million release clause. According to Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu, Osimhen is on the verge of signing with a top-tier management agency, with a Real Madrid player playing a…
London, England — Former Arsenal manager and FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development, Arsène Wenger, has called for a complete squad overhaul at Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur, insisting that both clubs must rebuild if they hope to compete for the Premier League title next season. Speaking on beIN Sports, Wenger reflected on the struggles…
Madrid, Spain — Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham could face a lengthy suspension following his red card in a heated LaLiga clash against Osasuna. The England international was sent off during Los Blancos’ 1-1 draw on Saturday night, marking his second dismissal since joining the club. According to talkSPORT, the incident is under review, with…
Madrid, Spain — Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has dismissed allegations that he verbally abused referee José Luis Munuera Montero during the team’s 1-1 draw against Osasuna. The England international was shown a red card in the first half for alleged misconduct, but he maintains that the decision stemmed from a misunderstanding. “I remember everything…
Lagos, Nigeria— Kenyan and Ethiopian athletes extended their dominance at the 2025 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, clinching top honors in both the men’s and women’s categories. Kenya’s Edwin Kibet emerged victorious in the men’s 42km race, completing the marathon in 2 hours, 14 minutes, and 6 seconds to claim the prestigious $50,000 prize. This…
Leicester, England — Arsenal’s Premier League title ambitions remain intact following a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Leicester City on Saturday. The win, secured by two late goals from substitute Mikel Merino, moves the Gunners within four points of league leaders Liverpool. Merino, introduced as a replacement for the struggling Raheem Sterling, made an immediate impact,…
Manchester, England — Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji has been ruled out for up to 10 weeks after sustaining an abductor muscle tear, manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed. The Premier League champions, already dealing with the absence of Ballon d’Or winner Rodri due to injury, suffered another setback as Akanji picked up the injury during…
London, England — The English Football Association (FA) has charged Liverpool, Everton, and Liverpool manager Arne Slot over alleged misconduct following their heated encounter at Goodison Park on Wednesday. According to a statement issued by the FA, both clubs failed to manage their players appropriately, allowing conduct deemed provocative and unsportsmanlike after the final whistle….
London, England — Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that striker Nicolas Jackson will be out of action for up to eight weeks due to a muscular injury. Jackson sustained the injury during Chelsea’s 2-1 victory over West Ham in early February, forcing him off early in the second half. Speaking on Thursday, Maresca provided…
Madrid, Spain — Kylian Mbappe has expressed his satisfaction with his ability to manage the intense pressure that comes with playing for Real Madrid. There had been widespread speculation in the first half of the season that the French forward was struggling to cope with the weight of expectations at the club. However, in an…
Lagos, Nigeria — Nigeria’s Super Eagles will take on Russia in a highly anticipated international friendly match this June, as confirmed by the Russian Football Union (RFU). According to details published on the RFU’s official website, the match is scheduled for Friday, June 6, though the venue remains undecided. As part of their preparation, Russia…
Dubai, UAE — Arsenal forward Kai Havertz is set to miss the rest of the season after sustaining a serious hamstring injury during the club’s mid-season training camp in Dubai. The German international, who has scored 15 goals across all competitions, has been a key figure in Arsenal’s title challenge against Liverpool and their Champions…
Nottingham, England — Nottingham Forest head coach Nuno Espírito Santo has confirmed that Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi is in a stable condition after sustaining an injury during Tuesday night’s Emirates FA Cup clash against Exeter City. Awoniyi found the net in the first half, scoring Forest’s second goal of the match. The strike marked the…
Manchester, England— Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has raised concerns over the club’s future, warning that the team could struggle for survival next season if they fail to strengthen their squad. Speaking on The Overlap Fan Debate, a show brought to fans by Sky Bet, Scholes emphasized the need for major reinforcements, stating that…
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, have resumed camp as they gear up for two friendly matches against Egypt later this month. Head Coach Aliyu Zubairu has invited 30 players to the training camp as part of preparations for the upcoming Africa U-20 Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. Team…
Plymouth, England — Championship strugglers Plymouth Argyle delivered a seismic shock in the FA Cup, knocking out Premier League leaders Liverpool with a dramatic 1-0 victory at Home Park on Sunday, February 9, 2025. The decisive moment arrived in the 53rd minute when Ryan Hardie calmly slotted home a penalty after a handball by Liverpool’s…
Madrid, Spain — Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone maintains that Barcelona remains the best team in La Liga, despite the fierce competition at the top of the table. Speaking after Atletico’s 1-1 draw against Real Madrid in Saturday’s Madrid derby, Simeone praised Barcelona’s attacking prowess and team cohesion, stating that their speed and efficiency…
Paris, France — Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has embarked on a tour across Europe to engage with key members of the national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Accompanied by his assistant, Hedi Taboubi, Chelle visited Wilfred Ndidi, Moses Simon, and Alex Iwobi at their respective clubs, reinforcing his commitment…
London, England — Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has expressed deep disappointment over the club’s elimination from the FA Cup, labeling it a major setback. The Blues suffered a 2-1 defeat against Brighton, despite initially taking the lead. Cole Palmer provided the breakthrough when his volleyed cross was mishandled by Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, resulting…
Manchester, UK — Manchester City’s triumph over Leyton Orient came at a heavy price, as their £50 million January recruit, Nico Gonzalez, suffered an injury setback. The Spanish midfielder, brought in during the winter transfer window to cover for the sidelined Rodri, lasted just 25 minutes before being forced off after a tough challenge from…
North London, England — Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli is set to miss over a month of action after suffering a hamstring injury. The update was confirmed in a statement by Arsenal’s medical team following Martinelli’s early substitution during the Carabao Cup defeat to Newcastle. His injury compounds Arsenal’s attacking woes, with Gabriel Jesus already sidelined…
London, England — Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has reaffirmed his admiration for Nigerian football legend Austine “Jay-Jay” Okocha, describing him as his greatest inspiration. Iwobi, who has been in impressive form for Fulham this season, credited Okocha’s influence for shaping his footballing style and professional mindset. Speaking on the “Is This Seat Taken?” podcast,…
Leverkusen, Germany — Nigerian winger Nathan Tella has been nominated for Bayer Leverkusen’s Goal of the Month award for January. Tella earned the nomination for his stunning strike in Leverkusen’s 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund at Signal Iduna Park on January 10. The 24-year-old netted Die Werkself’s opening goal in the first minute after receiving…
Leicester, England — Leicester City boss Ruud van Nistelrooy has confirmed Wilfred Ndidi is fit and available for the FA Cup clash against Manchester United. Ndidi, who has been sidelined since December due to an injury sustained in a Premier League match against Brighton & Hove Albion, has now rejoined full training at Seagrave. Providing…
Osogbo, Nigeria — The renovation of the Osogbo Township Stadium is progressing steadily, with contractors working diligently to ensure completion within the stipulated timeframe. During an inspection on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, a delegation of sports enthusiasts and media representatives expressed optimism that the project would meet its scheduled delivery date. According to Arc. John…
London, England — The Premier League is considering disciplinary measures for players whose goal celebrations are deemed provocative or damaging to the sport’s reputation. This follows criticism of several players whose celebratory antics were seen as mocking opponents or inciting opposition fans. Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye was booked after flapping his arms like a seagull following…
Milan, Italy — AC Milan’s sporting director, Geoffrey Moncada, has dismissed speculations about Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze leaving the club this season. Recent reports linked Chukwueze with a move to Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas, following earlier interest from Premier League outfit Fulham on transfer deadline day. However, Fulham opted for Brazilian winger Willian instead….
Paris, France — RC Lens midfielder, Basit Hamzat Ojediran, has expressed his strong desire to play for the Super Eagles in the near future. The 21-year-old has been a regular feature for the French Ligue 1 side since his move from Albanian club, Debrecine VSC, last summer. So far, Ojediran has made 11 league appearances,…
