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London — Premier League giants Chelsea have secured the services of highly-rated French defender Mamadou Sarr from RC Strasbourg, marking a significant addition to their defensive ranks. The teenage centre-back, who is just 19 years old, has signed a long-term deal with the Blues, keeping him at Stamford Bridge until 2033. Sarr enjoyed a breakout…

Warsaw, Poland — Polish football icon Robert Lewandowski has temporarily stepped down from international duty following a fallout with national team coach Michal Probierz, in a move that has sent shockwaves across the country’s football community. The striker, who plays for Barcelona, made the announcement on his verified social media platforms, citing a loss of…

London — Thomas Tuchel has etched his name into the England record books, becoming the first manager to win his opening three matches in charge without conceding a goal, following a 1-0 victory over Andorra in Saturday’s World Cup qualifier. The match, played under the lights in front of travelling English supporters, saw captain Harry…

Barcelona, Spain — Brazilian forward Raphinha has been honoured as La Liga’s Player of the Season for the 2024/2025 campaign, following a phenomenal individual and team performance that helped power FC Barcelona to a domestic treble. The 28-year-old winger was instrumental throughout the season, amassing an impressive 34 goals and 25 assists across 57 matches…

Moscow, Russia — The Super Eagles of Nigeria battled to a 1-1 draw against Russia in a keenly contested friendly match held at the iconic Luzhniki Stadium on Friday, with varying individual performances across the pitch. Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye stood out as one of Nigeria’s brightest performers, producing several crucial saves to keep the scoreline…

Dortmund, Germany — Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund are growing increasingly optimistic about finalizing a deal for Sunderland’s rising star, Jobe Bellingham, as the summer transfer window approaches. The 19-year-old midfielder, who played a pivotal role in Sunderland’s promotion back to the Premier League after a seven-year absence, has attracted significant interest from several European clubs….

Manchester, England — Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes has turned down a high-profile offer from Saudi Arabian giants Al-Hilal, choosing to remain in European football despite a lucrative contract proposal. According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, the 30-year-old Portugal international rejected a three-year deal reportedly worth £200 million, alongside a proposed £100 million transfer fee…

Manchester, England — Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has recommended Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as a top transfer target for the club ahead of the 2025/26 season, as the Red Devils look to reinforce their attacking options. Speaking on The Overlap Fan Debate, Scholes emphasized that signing Osimhen would be both realistic and strategic for…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Global football icon Lionel Messi could soon be joining long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League, as fresh reports suggest negotiations have resumed over a possible switch to the Middle Eastern competition. According to sources cited by TEAMtalk, the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF) has reopened dialogue with…

Moscow, Russia — Ahead of Friday’s highly anticipated friendly between Nigeria and Russia at the Luzhniki Stadium, Russian national team head coach Valery Karpin has dismissed claims that the Super Eagles pose less of a threat due to the absence of star forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. The encounter will mark the first-ever meeting…

Leverkusen, Germany — Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen have placed a €50 million price tag on Nigerian striker Victor Boniface as speculation intensifies over his future ahead of the summer transfer window. Boniface, 24, is widely expected to make a move away from the BayArena following manager Xabi Alonso’s exit to Real Madrid. His departure could…

Abeokuta, Ogun State — The much-anticipated international friendly between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon has been postponed once more, following a fresh round of schedule adjustments. Originally set to be played last Saturday at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, the fixture was first moved to Monday and relocated to the…

Riyadh — Al-Nassr skipper Cristiano Ronaldo has officially ruled out any move away from the Saudi Pro League side this summer, opting instead to extend his stay with the club beyond the 2024/25 season. The Portuguese superstar, who recently concluded his third campaign in the Middle East, has signed a new contract that will keep…

Mumbai, India — Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire has revealed that the club is bracing for significant changes this summer, with a major squad overhaul expected ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Speaking during a media session at a commercial event in Mumbai, Maguire confirmed that several players will be leaving Old Trafford, as…

Istanbul — Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen capped off his loan stint with Turkish giants Galatasaray on a high note, scoring in their 2–0 triumph over Istanbul Başakşehir on the final day of the 2024/25 Turkish Super Lig season. The match, played at the Nef Stadium, saw Galatasaray break the deadlock early, with veteran Belgian playmaker…

Abuja, Nigeria — Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella has cleared the air on rumors suggesting he deliberately turned down an invitation to join Nigeria’s national team, labeling the speculation as a “misunderstanding.” Speaking from the team’s camp ahead of their highly anticipated Unity Cup 2025 fixture against Ghana’s Black Stars, the Bayer Leverkusen forward clarified…

Manchester, England — Alejandro Garnacho has been told he is free to leave Manchester United this summer, following rising tensions between the young Argentine winger and head coach Ruben Amorim. The development follows the fallout from United’s recent Europa League final defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, where Garnacho was benched until the 71st minute. After the…

London, England —  Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has encouraged the Red Devils to stay composed and enjoy themselves as they face Tottenham Hotspur in tonight’s high-stakes UEFA Europa League final. The match, which presents both teams with a golden opportunity to end their underwhelming domestic campaigns on a high note, carries significant pressure. With…

Barcelona, Spain — Spanish international and Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo remains committed to the Catalan giants, despite widespread media speculation about a potential transfer. This clarification came from Olmo’s representative in a statement shared during an interview with Sky Germany, addressing the rumours linking the 27-year-old to a possible move to the English Premier League….

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…

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…

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…