FOOTBALL NEWS: Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Reveals Dream to Become Real Madrid’s First African Manager
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle publicly declared his long-term ambition to manage Spanish giants Real Madrid. The Malian tactician stated that he aimed to become the first African coach in the club’s history. He made the comments during an interview with RMC Sport on February 9, 2026. Eric Chelle expressed his vision clearly. “My…
FOOTBALL NEWS: Besiktas Grant Wilfred Ndidi Leave to Attend Father’s Burial
Turkish club Besiktas granted Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi compassionate leave to travel to Nigeria for his father’s funeral. Ndidi’s father, Sunday Ndidi, died in a fatal road accident on January 27, 2026, in Umunede, Delta State. Father’s Death Shocked Football Community Sunday Ndidi lost his life in a traffic accident shortly after his son…
FOOTBALL NEWS: Mikel Merino Undergoes Successful Surgery on Foot Injury
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino underwent surgery on February 9, 2026, to address a serious foot injury. The Spain international sustained the injury during Arsenal’s 3-2 Premier League defeat to Manchester United on January 25, 2026. Injury Occurred in Key Match Merino picked up the problem toward the end of the game against Manchester United. Arsenal…
TRANSFER NEWS: Bournemouth Secure Permanent Deal for Alex Jimenez from AC Milan
AFC Bournemouth completed the permanent signing of defender Alex Jimenez from AC Milan. The club activated the obligation to buy clause in his loan agreement. Jimenez joined Bournemouth on loan in September 2025 and impressed during his time at the Vitality Stadium. The obligation triggered after Jimenez started and played 86 minutes against Aston Villa…
MATCH REPORT: Romero Sent Off as Manchester United Beat Tottenham 2-0
Manchester United defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 at Old Trafford on Saturday. The result extended United’s winning streak to four matches under manager Michael Carrick. Tottenham played with 10 men after defender Cristian Romero received a red card. Referee Michael Oliver showed Cristian Romero a straight red card in the 29th minute. The Tottenham captain committed…
FOOTBALL NEWS: Juventus Lose Appeal in Ronaldo Salary Dispute
Juventus lost their legal appeal against former player Cristiano Ronaldo on January 20, 2026. The Turin Labour Court dismissed the club’s attempt to recover the €9.8 million (£8.5 million; $11.5 million) it paid Ronaldo in 2024. The decision ended Juventus’ effort to reclaim funds related to a disputed salary reduction during the Covid-19 pandemic. Background…
FOOTBALL NEWS: Leicester City Hit with Six-Point Deduction After Independent Commission Ruling
Leicester City received a six-point deduction in the Championship after an independent commission found the club breached Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) for the 2023/24 season. The sanction took effect immediately and dropped the club from 17th to 20th place, leaving them outside the relegation zone only on goal difference. Commission Recommends Points Penalty An…
MATCH REPORT: Lookman Nets on Debut as Atletico Thrash Real Betis 5-0
Atletico Madrid advanced to the Copa del Rey semi-finals with a dominant 5-0 victory over Real Betis on Thursday. New signing Ademola Lookman scored on his debut and contributed to other goals in the quarter-final match at Estadio La Cartuja in Seville. Lookman Makes Instant Impact Diego Simeone, Atletico Madrid’s coach, handed Nigerian forward Ademola…
Football News: Cristiano Ronaldo Reportedly Considered Exit from Al Nassr Amid Frustrations
Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese forward, reportedly considered leaving Al Nassr in the summer of 2026. Multiple sources indicated that he weighed a potential return to Europe or a move to Major League Soccer in the United States. Portuguese newspaper Record first reported the development. Ronaldo expressed frustration with Al Nassr’s management and the support provided…
Match Report: Arsenal Beat Chelsea in the Carabao Cup Semi Final
Arsenal entered the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi final at Emirates Stadium on 3 February 2026 holding a 3-2 lead from the first leg played at Stamford Bridge earlier in January. In that opening match, Arsenal had taken control with goals from Ben White and Viktor Gyokeres before Chelsea responded through Alejandro Garnacho,…
