Fulham has agreed to acquire midfielder Emile Smith Rowe from Arsenal for an initial fee of £27 million, with potential add-ons totaling £7 million. The additional payments are contingent on Fulham’s performance in Cup competitions and European tournaments. Smith Rowe missed Arsenal’s last two pre-season matches as the transfer was being finalized. A product of…
AC Milan has successfully signed Spanish forward Alvaro Morata from Atletico Madrid on a four-year contract, with an option for a 12-month extension. The Serie A club activated Morata’s release clause, which is reportedly around £11 million, to finalize the transfer. Morata, 31, recently led Spain to victory in the Euro 2024 as team captain….
England’s women’s team earned a goalless draw against Sweden in their final Euro 2025 qualifier, clinching their spot in next year’s finals. Italy and the Netherlands also secured qualification. Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses needed only to avoid defeat to guarantee a top-two finish in Group A3, ensuring automatic qualification for the tournament in Switzerland next July….
The 2024 National Division 1 Handball League kicked off on Monday, July 15, with thrilling games that captivated a large crowd at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Aidia Academy, Team Osun, and Desert Warriors were among the standout teams that secured victories in their opening matches held at the stadium’s Multipurpose Sports Hall….
Gareth Southgate has stepped down as England manager after the team’s loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Southgate announced his resignation in a statement on Tuesday, citing the need for a new direction. “It’s time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday’s final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as…
Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has announced a N50 million reward for Rangers International Football Club of Enugu following their triumph in the 2023/2024 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Speaking at a state banquet held at the Government House in Enugu, the governor expressed his gratitude to the team for elevating the status of…
Carlos Alcaraz is on the verge of defending his Wimbledon title after securing a comeback victory against Daniil Medvedev to advance to Sunday’s final. Medvedev aimed to overturn his semi-final loss from the previous year, but Alcaraz triumphed in a gripping match. Alcaraz will face seven-time champion Novak Djokovic, who defeated Lorenzo Musetti in the…
Spain staged a remarkable comeback from a goal down to defeat France 2-1, securing their place in the Euro 2024 final. Lamine Yamal made history, becoming the youngest goalscorer in the men’s European Championship at just 16 years old. His spectacular finish from outside the box, along with a Jules Kounde own goal, propelled Spain…
President Bola Tinubu has voiced strong support for Nigeria’s bid for re-election to the FIFA Council, the main decision-making body of the organization between FIFA Congresses. The FIFA Council, consisting of 37 members elected by the FIFA Congress for renewable four-year terms, plays a crucial role in shaping the future of global football. Amaju Pinnick,…
The federal government has approved the budget for Team Nigeria ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. This was announced by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, on Sunday at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, during the handing over ceremony of Team Nigeria to the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), led…
Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum is confident that his team will advance beyond the group stage at the 2024 Olympic Games. The nine-time African champions have been drawn into a challenging group with Brazil, former world champions Japan, and reigning world champions Spain. Drawing inspiration from their impressive performance at the 2023 FIFA Women’s…
Donyell Malen’s double secured the Netherlands a place in their first Euros quarter-final since 2008, with a commanding 3-0 win over Romania in the last-16 on Tuesday. Cody Gakpo opened the scoring in the first half and, despite several missed chances, provided the assist for Malen’s second goal. Malen sealed the victory with a brilliant…
Chelsea has acquired midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Leicester City for £30 million. The 25-year-old, a product of the Leicester City academy, has signed a six-year contract with Chelsea, extending his stay at the club until 2030. The deal was concluded before Sunday’s Premier League profit and sustainability rules (PSR) deadline, assisting Leicester in complying with…
Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz scored as Euro 2024 hosts Germany advanced to the quarter-finals by overcoming Denmark in a match dramatically interrupted by a severe storm. The last-16 encounter at Borussia Dortmund’s Westfalenstadion was paused for around 20 minutes in the first half due to lightning, hail, and heavy rain. The match was also…
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Nigeria’s 100m hurdles world record holder, Oluwatobi Amusan, has been cleared to compete in the Paris Olympics after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) dismissed an appeal against her by the Athletes Integrity Unit (AIU) of World Athletics (WA). Amusan, 27, was initially charged in July 2023 for missing three anti-doping tests within a…
Six England fans have been issued football banning orders due to disturbances before the Euro 2024 match against Serbia in Gelsenkirchen on June 16. The UK Football Policing Unit (UKFPU) has been working closely with German authorities throughout the tournament. The banning orders prohibit the individuals from attending both domestic matches and England internationals for…
Andy Murray, a two-time Wimbledon champion, will miss this year’s tournament after undergoing surgery on a spinal cyst. Murray decided to withdraw following his victory over Alexei Popyrin at the Queen’s Club Championships. He was trailing 4-1 in the first set of his second-round match against Jordan Thompson when he made the decision. The issue,…
Chelsea has renewed its pursuit of Nigerian international Victor Osimhen, aiming to bring the striker to Stamford Bridge this summer. According to Caught Offside, Osimhen is highly sought after this transfer window, and Chelsea remains eager to secure his services. However, the reported €130 million release clause set by Napoli could complicate any potential deal….
Arsenal is preparing a €100 million bid for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, although this offer falls €30 million short of Napoli’s release clause. The Premier League club is aiming to secure the deal at approximately €100 million or £85 million. With RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko committed to staying another year, Arsenal is exploring alternative options,…
Katie Boulter has successfully defended her Nottingham Open title, overcoming a set deficit to defeat Karolina Pliskova just hours after a similar comeback victory against fellow Briton, Emma Raducanu. Boulter, a crowd favorite, secured her win over the 2021 Wimbledon runner-up Pliskova with a scoreline of 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 in the final. “This feels like…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have retained their position in the latest FIFA women’s ranking released on Friday. According to the ranking published on FIFA’s website, Nigeria holds the 36th position globally, remaining the top-ranked African nation. Under the leadership of Randy Waldrum, the Super Falcons continue to dominate the African continent. South Africa’s Banyana Banyana holds…
West Ham United have announced the signing of Brazilian winger Luis Guilherme from Palmeiras for £25.5 million, on a five-year contract. The 18-year-old becomes the first signing under new manager Julen Lopetegui, who took charge last month. Guilherme’s transfer will be finalized on Friday, coinciding with the official opening of the Premier League transfer window,…
Manager Jose Mourinho has revealed his choice for the 2024 Ballon d’Or award. In an interview with TNT Sport, Mourinho discussed various topics about the upcoming European Championship, which kicks off this weekend. During the quickfire session, the former Chelsea and Manchester United manager predicted that Portugal would win the Euros, with England finishing as…
The Super Eagles are set to face Benin at the Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, on Monday, in a crucial World Cup qualifier. Led by coach Finidi George, the Nigerian team aims to recover from their recent 1-1 draw against South Africa in Uyo last Friday. The Super Eagles have yet to secure…
Five teams have earned promotion from the Nationwide League One (NLO) to the Nigeria National League (NNL), DAILY POST reports. The promoted teams are Basira FC, Barau FC, Magic Stars, Igbajo United, and Emalex FC. Basira FC secured their promotion by defeating Family Worship FC 4-3 on penalties in their playoff match at the New…
Brazilian teenage prodigy Endrick showcased his exceptional talent in a thrilling match against Mexico, securing a 3-2 victory for Brazil with a stoppage-time header in a preparatory friendly ahead of the Copa America. Endrick, just 17 years old, netted his third goal in as many appearances for the national team, heading in a cross from…
Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has extended his contract by one year, ensuring his stay with the Premier League champions until the end of the 2025-26 season. Ortega, 31, joined Manchester City in 2022 from German side Arminia Bielefeld. Last season, he made nine Premier League appearances and started in the FA Cup final against…
Ireland clinched its first European Athletics Championships gold medal in 26 years with a remarkable win in the 4x400m mixed relay in Rome. The victorious Irish team, composed of Chris O’Donnell, Rhasidat Adeleke, Thomas Barr, and Sharlene Mawdsley, finished 0.77 seconds ahead of Italy. The Netherlands, featuring the highly-regarded Femke Bol, claimed bronze. Bol was…
Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua is reportedly in discussions about a potential £150 million takeover of English Championship club Watford FC. Watford, currently owned by Italian Gino Pozzo since 2012, is seeking new investment to enhance the club’s position. According to The Athletic, Joshua’s involvement, even as part of a consortium, signifies the club’s…
Arsenal has confirmed that 22 players will depart the club upon the expiration of their contracts this summer. In a statement released on its website on Monday, the Premier League club detailed the list of departing players, which includes three members of the women’s team. Among the notable names leaving are Vivianne Miedema, the Women’s…
