Head coach Eric Chelle announced his 23-man squad for Nigeria’s March international fixtures. The list featured a mix of experienced internationals and emerging talents. The announcement confirmed selections across goalkeeping, defense, midfield, and attack. Chelle stated, “We selected players based on current form, fitness, and tactical balance.” He added, “This squad reflected our immediate objectives…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) overturned the result of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final on Tuesday. The CAF Appeal Board ruled that Senegal forfeited the championship match and awarded Morocco a 3-0 victory. Consequently, the Atlas Lions received the AFCON trophy. The decision nullified Senegal’s on-field 1-0 extra-time victory from January…
Hansi Flick agreed to extend his stay at Barcelona until June 2028. Joan Laporta, the club president, confirmed the deal on Monday. Laporta spoke to RAC1 about the renewal. He said the announcement would come soon. “We will announce the renewal for Flick soon, it will be for one more season — until 2028,” Laporta…
The Premier League announced on Monday that Chelsea Football Club faced significant sanctions following a comprehensive investigation into historical breaches of league regulations. The governing body examined financial conduct and reporting practices that occurred over several years. Officials conducted a detailed review of the club’s transactions and compliance procedures before reaching their determination. Sanctions Imposed…
FIFA sanctioned both the Nigeria Football Federation and the Congolese Football Association following disciplinary breaches during their 2026 World Cup African play-off match. The world football governing body released its latest disciplinary overview on March 15, 2026, detailing the penalties imposed on both federations. FIFA stated that Nigeria was penalised for a breach relating to…
Joan Laporta won re-election as president of FC Barcelona. The club announced the result on its official channels, declaring Laporta the victor in the presidential race. “Your president, our president, the president of all culers,” the club posted on social media alongside blue and red heart emojis. Campaign Promises Laporta campaigned on a platform of…
Chelsea started the brighter of the two sides at Stamford Bridge. Wesley Fofana headed narrowly over from an early corner. Reece James and Alejandro Garnacho both tested their luck from distance, though neither effort troubled the Newcastle goalkeeper. The Blues’ clearest opportunity in the opening quarter fell to Cole Palmer. The midfielder exchanged passes with…
Nigeria’s football community plunged into mourning on Saturday following the death of former Super Eagles midfielder Henry Nwosu. The 62 year old died in the early hours of Saturday at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital in Idi-Araba, Lagos. His death came barely one week after the passing of former national coach Adegboye Onigbinde. Announcement…
Barcelona midfielder Pablo Gavi received official medical clearance on Saturday to return to competitive action after nearly seven months on the sidelines. The 21-year-old Spaniard had been out since August 2025 following surgery to repair a meniscus injury in his right knee. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick confirmed the development during a news conference and named…
Chelsea captain Reece James signed a new six year contract with the club. The Blues announced the agreement on March 13 2026. Consequently the deal will keep the defender at Stamford Bridge until 2032. Club Makes Official Announcement Chelsea Football Club confirmed the contract extension through official channels. Moreover the club moved quickly to tie…
