Graham Potter signed a new contract to remain head coach of the Swedish national football team until June 2030. The English manager extended his deal with the Swedish Football Association after guiding the team through a successful qualification period. Potter originally took charge of the Swedish side in 2024 and quickly established a clear tactical…
Iran qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and received placement in Group G alongside Belgium, Egypt and New Zealand. The team is scheduled to play two group stage matches at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, and one match at Lumen Field in Seattle. Additionally, Iran plans to establish its training base in Tucson, Arizona….
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle submitted a 19-point list of conditions to the Nigeria Football Federation for the extension of his contract. The Franco-Malian coach presented the detailed demands on January 22, 2026. He sought better facilities, financial terms and greater control over technical matters. Eric Chelle requested a private car in the form…
Marseille-based Wilders Sport announced the partnership on its official platforms. Eric Chelle ended his long relationship with previous representative Sidibe Abraham Brehima before he joined the French agency. The move happened amid growing speculation about the coach’s future. Chelle Explains Partnership Decision Chelle issued a clear statement on the change. “This step allows me to…
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…
Super Eagles and Fulham winger Samuel Chukwueze faced a profound loss when his mother, Mrs. Sarah Chukwueze, passed away after a brief illness. The family received the heartbreaking news recently, and it left them in deep mourning. Chukwueze’s brother, David Chukwueze, shared the sad news through a series of emotional posts on Instagram. He paid…
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi suffered a devastating loss. His father, Sunday Ndidi, died in a fatal road accident on Tuesday. The accident took place in Umunede, Delta State. Reports indicated that a vehicle struck the retired military officer. Medical teams rushed him to a hospital in Agbor, but he succumbed to his injuries. Furthermore,…
Senegal defender Ismail Jakobs ignites fierce controversy with explosive claims. He accuses hosts Morocco of deliberately poisoning three Senegal players before the AFCON 2025 final. The allegations surface days after Morocco clinched the title. Jakobs speaks candidly in a post-tournament interview. He describes alarming incidents that sidelined key teammates. The affected players include Iliman Niang,…
The Confederation of African Football moves swiftly against Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw. Reports confirm CAF imposes a suspension following his conduct in the AFCON 2025 final against Morocco. Journalist Romain Molina first broke the news, stating the disciplinary commission targets Thiaw severely. Senegal claimed a historic second AFCON title on January 18 in Rabat….
Senegal claimed their second Africa Cup of Nations title with a dramatic 1-0 victory over hosts Morocco in extra time. The final took place in Rabat on January 18, 2026. Pape Gueye scored the decisive goal early in extra time for the Lions of Teranga. The match delivered intense football throughout 90 minutes. Both teams…
