Football

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…

Cairo, Egypt  —  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a significant 75% increase in prize money for the winner of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). CAF President Patrice Motsepe revealed that the winning team of the tournament will receive $3.5 million, while the total prize pool has been raised to $10.4 million,…

Barcelona, Spain  —   La Liga giants Barcelona have expressed interest in signing Tottenham Hotspur forward Son Heung-min on a free transfer, according to reports from Spanish publication El Nacional.   Son, 32, is in the final year of his contract at Spurs, having last extended his deal in 2021. With his contract set to expire…

Paris, France  —  Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over AS Monaco in the French Super Cup on Sunday, thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Ousmane Dembélé. The match, held at a packed stadium, saw the Ligue 1 champions dominate possession and create numerous opportunities. PSG registered 27 attempts on goal, with nine…

Ademola Lookman has been honored with a spot in the Serie A Team of the Year, recognizing his stellar performances in 2024. Compiled by football analytics platform WhoScored.com, the lineup includes Lookman as the sole representative from Atalanta. Other notable names in the team are Inter Milan’s Federico Dimarco, Marcus Thuram, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, and AC…

Arsenal staged a commanding comeback to secure a 3-1 victory over Brentford in their New Year opener on Wednesday. Trailing early, Mikel Arteta’s side rallied with goals from Gabriel Jesus, Mikel Merino, and Gabriel Martinelli to cut Liverpool’s lead at the Premier League summit to six points. The Gunners now sit on 39 points, strengthening…

Manchester City midfielder Rodri, currently sidelined with an ACL injury, has expressed optimism about making a comeback before the end of the season. Speaking to AS, the Ballon d’Or winner shared his determination and confidence in modern medical advancements. “I’m not afraid,” Rodri stated. “These injuries aren’t what they were 30 years ago. The medical…

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has dismissed recent reports suggesting he is seeking new representation to engineer a transfer away from Old Trafford. Rashford described the claims as “ridiculous” in a statement on social media. The speculation arose after reports alleged that the 26-year-old had met with a major sports agency to explore transfer options….

The January transfer window for the English Premier League opened on Wednesday, providing clubs with an opportunity to strengthen their squads for the remainder of the 2024-25 season and beyond. The window will remain open until February 3, 2025, closing at 11 p.m. GMT (6 p.m. ET). This timeline also applies to other divisions in…

In 2024, numerous football managers across major leagues faced dismissals due to underperformance or strategic shifts by their clubs. Erik Ten Hag – Manchester United Ten Hag was sacked on October 28 after a 2-1 defeat to West Ham. Under his leadership, Manchester United struggled, sitting 14th in the Premier League with four losses in…

Enyimba FC has confirmed the signing of former Super Eagles forward Brown Ideye, marking a strategic move to strengthen the team ahead of crucial fixtures. The announcement was made on Monday via the club’s official X (formerly Twitter) account. Ideye, 36, who last featured for Kuwaiti side Al Yarmouk in 2022, will don the number…

Manchester United have reportedly made an official offer to sign Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) left-back Nuno Mendes amid stalled contract negotiations. Talks between PSG and Mendes over a contract extension had been progressing for months and were close to an agreement. However, according to RMC Sport, discussions have broken down as Manchester United intensify their pursuit…

Enyimba FC, one of Nigeria’s most successful football clubs, has confirmed the departure of its Head Coach, Yemi Olarenwaju, following a challenging period of poor performances. The announcement, shared on the club’s social media platforms on Saturday, cited a disappointing streak of nine consecutive winless matches in the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) as the…

Sporting Lisbon has dismissed Joao Pereira, who took over from Ruben Amorim, after just eight games in charge. The club confirmed Pereira’s departure on Thursday via their X account, with a brief message thanking him for his efforts: “A Lion forever. Thank you, Joao Pereira.” Pereira, formerly in charge of Sporting Lisbon’s B team, was…

Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville has suggested that Marcus Rashford may depart the club in January, following a recent absence from the matchday squad for the last three games. Neville drew comparisons to Jadon Sancho’s move to Chelsea, highlighting how some players who struggled at United found success elsewhere. He also mentioned Scott McTominay’s…

Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has urged Mohamed Salah to extend his stay at the club as the Egyptian’s contract nears its expiration in June 2025. In an interview with the club’s website, Gakpo praised Salah’s exceptional contributions to the team, highlighting his goal-scoring prowess, assists, and ability to elevate the performance of his teammates. “It’s…

Nigeria defender, Ola Aina, has been named in the Premier League Team of the Week after a standout performance in Nottingham Forest’s 2-0 victory over Brentford on Saturday. Aina, 27, scored the opening goal for Forest in the match, marking his second goal of the season. His impressive contribution helped secure the win for the…

The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has unveiled six standing committees to accelerate football growth and development in the nation’s capital. Chairman of the FCT FA, Mouktar Mohammed, made the announcement on Monday in Abuja, highlighting the critical roles the committees will play in sustaining football progress across the region. The committees include…

Aston Villa deepened Manchester City’s struggles with a 2-1 victory on Saturday, thanks to goals from Jhon Durán and former City forward Morgan Rogers. The win propelled Villa to fifth place in the Premier League standings, while the defending champions slipped to sixth, marking their ninth defeat in 12 matches across all competitions. City’s precarious…

FIFA has officially named Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 World Cup, marking a significant milestone as the country prepares to stage football’s most prestigious tournament for the first time. In addition, the FIFA Congress ratified the plans for the 2030 World Cup, which will be a centenary celebration hosted by Argentina, Paraguay,…

Napoli Sporting Director Giovanni Manna has denied reports of any transfer negotiations involving Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, who is currently on loan at Turkish champions Galatasaray. Addressing media speculation about the €75 million release clause in Osimhen’s contract, Manna stated, “No club has approached us regarding activating his release clause.” Osimhen’s loan terms include an…

Former Manchester United and Portugal winger, Nani, has officially retired from professional football at the age of 38. The veteran player, who recently featured for Portuguese side Estrela Amadora, played his final match on November 1 at Sporting Lisbon, the club where his career began. Announcing his retirement on social media, Nani said, “The time…

West Ham United has announced that forward Michail Antonio has successfully undergone surgery following a lower limb fracture sustained in a car accident on Saturday. The 34-year-old was rushed to a central London hospital, where he remains under medical observation. The club released a statement on Sunday confirming the procedure, stating: “West Ham United can…

Fenerbahce manager José Mourinho has denied reports suggesting a possible reunion with Cristiano Ronaldo at the Turkish club, following speculation that the two had discussed the matter over the phone. Mourinho, who previously managed Ronaldo at Real Madrid, where they secured the La Liga title in 2011-12 and a Copa del Rey victory the year…

Galatasaray Deputy President Abdallah Kavukcu has boldly declared the club’s financial capability to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen or any other player of their choosing, according to Soccernet.ng. Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan from Napoli, has rapidly become a key player for the Turkish champions. The 25-year-old Super Eagles forward, sidelined from…

Atalanta legend Papu Gómez has praised Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman for his insatiable hunger for goals, highlighting the player’s remarkable growth within the team. In an interview with Tutto Atalanta, Gómez expressed admiration for Lookman’s impressive form in both the previous and current seasons, noting that the Super Eagles star is a completely different player…

Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina has been ruled out of Nigeria’s final Group C qualifying match for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations against Rwanda. Aina was released to return to his club after sustaining a minor injury during Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Benin Republic on Thursday. The 27-year-old started the match but was substituted…

Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has excused first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali from the squad for Monday’s final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Rwanda in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. Team administrator Dayo Enebi Achor confirmed Nwabali’s absence, stating, “He has been excused from the game. However, he will attend the match to support…

Nigerian footballer Victor Boniface has voiced his disappointment over being excluded from the nominees for the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) unveiled a 10-man shortlist for the prestigious award last month, featuring Boniface’s compatriots Ademola Lookman and William Troost-Ekong. However, the 23-year-old Bayer Leverkusen striker, who…