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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 —…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…