Former Belgian international soccer player Radja Nainggolan, widely recognized for his stints with teams including AS Roma, Inter Milan, and Cagliari, has been detained in Brussels as part of a major probe into cocaine trafficking. Run primarily by the Belgian Federal Judicial Police, the operation centers on the illegal traffic of cocaine from South America…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is set to perform the Final Draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 today in Rabat. For the 24 national teams that have qualified for Africa’s leading football competition, this defining event will decide the group-stage pairings. Event Particulars The draw will divide the…
The Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) is deeply shocked and outraged by the recent threats and abuse flown at respected referee Michael Oliver and his family. These despicable behaviors arose following Oliver’s officiating in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers on January 25, 2025. Oliver gave Arsenal midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly a…
Following accusations of assault, well-known Nigerian soccer player Victor Osimhen is suing Turkish journalist Tolga Bozduman. Osimhen was said to be leaving a nightclub in Istanbul with buddies the night of January 22, 2025. Bozduman says he was photographing Osimhen with three coworkers when the soccer player turned forcefully. Osimhen tried to take his camera,…
As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, a notable trend has emerged across Europe’s premier leagues: certain teams are grappling with significant challenges in their offensive play, resulting in notably low goal tallies. This press release delves into the five lowest-scoring teams across Europe’s top leagues, examining the factors contributing to their struggles and the broader…
Chelsea Football Club is thrilled to announce the signing of U.S. Women’s National Team defender Naomi Girma from San Diego Wave FC for a world-record transfer fee of approximately £900,000 ($1.1 million). This landmark deal makes Girma the first female footballer to command a transfer fee exceeding $1 million. Girma, 24, has established herself as…
Victor Okoh Boniface, born on December 23, 2000, in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria, has rapidly ascended the ranks of professional football to become a prominent striker for Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen and the Nigeria national team. His journey from the streets of Akure to the grand stadiums of Europe is a testament to his resilience,…
In a surprising turn of events, Annie Kilner has reportedly reconsidered her decision to divorce England defender Kyle Walker. The couple, who have faced significant public scrutiny due to past controversies, are now embarking on a fresh chapter as Walker joins AC Milan on loan from Manchester City. Kyle Walker, 34, has secured a loan…
Brazilian forward Antony has officially joined Real Betis Balompié on a six-month loan from Manchester United. Upon his arrival in Seville, Antony expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I’m so happy, I’m ready.” Antony, 24, transferred to Manchester United from Ajax in 2022 for a fee of €95 million. Despite a promising start, he has found first-team…
In a groundbreaking move to enhance football broadcasting, leading sports networks TNT Sports and Sky Sports are in active negotiations with the Premier League and the Football Association (FA) to introduce in-game interviews with managers, coaches, and substituted players during live matches from the upcoming season. This initiative aims to provide fans with unprecedented access…
