Real Madrid’s quest to extend their lead in the league came to and in the game vs Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu when they hosted their arc rivals in the first El Classico of the season. Both teams came into the game with high hopes and full of confidence following an impressive UEFA Champions League…
The Libyan Football Federation has filed an appeal against the recent decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to award Nigeria three points and three goals following a disrupted Africa Cup of Nations qualifier initially scheduled for October 15 in Benina, Libya. The verdict also imposed a $50,000 fine on Libya, citing breaches of…
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has urged skipper Reece James to show more “leadership” as he looks to galvanise his team ahead of Newcastle clash on Sunday. James made his first appearance of the season in Chelsea’s 2-1 defeat to Liverpool last weekend after a long injury absence. The England right-back did not travel with the…
Real Madrid manager CarloAncelotti has shared details of a tense exchange with Barcelona during their 4-0 defeat in El Clasico on Saturday. Ancelotti’s frustrations flared after Barcelona’s fourth goal, scored by Raphinha, and he was visibly upset with the celebration that followed. After the goal, Ancelotti approached Hansi Flick, the Barcelona assistant coach, for a…
Soccer legends are renowned for their abilities on the field, but there is a depth to their achievements beyond what spectators witness in the span of a 90-minute match. Away from the spotlight lies a realm where many of these sports icons have polished their acumen by mastering the art of wealth management and making…
Manchester City midfielder, Kevin De Bruyne has reportedly reached an agreement with MLS side, San Diego FC as he enters the final season of his contract. Kevin De Bruyne’s contract with the Premier League champions expires at the end of the season and with no clear indication of his future at Cityzens. There are reports…
Real Madrid will be without some of its key players ahead of the El Clasico game against Barcelona at Camp Nou. Two of Real Madrid’s first-team players ( Thibaut Courtois and Rodrygo) suffered an injury in the UEFA Champions League against Borussia Dortmund. Who are the Real Madrid players out the El Classico? Rodrygo will…
Japan wants to host the Women’s World Cup in 2031 to ignite the domestic game and cut the gap on Europe and North America, the country’s football chief said. In 2011 Japan won the competition but they have since been overtaken, with women’s football booming in Europe in recent years. “We would like to raise…
Spanish police on Thursday said they had arrested four males suspected of inciting an online hate campaign targeting Real Madrid star Vinicius before last month’s derby at Atletico Madrid. The viral social media campaign before the September 29 clash encouraged Atletico fans to arrive at the club’s Metropolitano stadium and utter “degrading and discriminatory insults…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been nominated for the prestigious National Team of the Year award at the 2024 CAF Awards. Their consistent form, highlighted by a crucial victory over Libya, has placed them among Africa’s elite national teams. With the team’s recognition come several individual players who have also received 2024 CAF Awards…
Joao Felix ended his goal drought with a brace as Chelsea powered to a 4-1 win against Panathinaikos in Athens in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday. Portugal forward Felix has struggled to make an impact since returning for a second spell with Chelsea in August. Yet to start a Premier League game following his…
RB Leipzig attacker Xavi Simons is set to miss “several weeks” with an ankle injury he picked up in this week’s 1-0 Champions League loss to Liverpool, the German club said on Thursday. German media reported Simons, who was loaned out by parent club Paris Saint-Germain to Leipzig for a second-straight season, could be out…
Scoring three goals in a single football match is an attribute and display of a player’s goal-scoring abilities. Scoring hat tricks in a lifetime can be luck, but some players have scored it more than once when playing and have become a threat on the pitch, especially to goalkeepers. These players have not only left…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced that the 2024 CAF Awards will be held in the city of Marrakech, Morocco, on December 16, 2024. This marks the third consecutive time Morocco will host the prestigious ceremony, following last year’s star-studded African fanfare. Marrakech, known for its rich culture and vibrant tourism, will…
Chelsea’s head coach, Enzo Maresca has shared his thoughts about Josh Acheampong whose future has been uncertain in the past few months. The teenage defender was frozen out of the first team and development team because he refused to sign a new contract with the Blues. Enzo Maresca was speaking in a pre-match press conference…
Erik Ten Hag has opened up on the key players from his side that would not be available for the highly anticipated Fenerbache vs Man United fixture. Ten Hag has more woes as they journey to Turkey ahead of the clash. They must win the Fenerbache vs. Man United Europa League fixture without key players…
