The Republic of Ireland produced a stunning 2-0 win over Portugal at Aviva Stadium on November 13, 2025, as they sensationally kept their 2026 World Cup hopes alive. Troy Parrott struck twice in the first half and Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off for the first time in his 226th Portugal appearance. Ireland exploded early. Parrott…
Nigeria went into extra-time and produced a ruthless masterclass that saw them dismantle Gabon 4-1 to book their place in the CAF World Cup play-off final on November 13, 2025, in Rabat. Victor Osimhen struck twice in eight blistering minutes, while Chidera Ejuke and Akor Adams also found the net as the Super Eagles turned…
Manchester City delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on November 9, 2025. This result elevated City to second place in the Premier League, just four points behind leaders Arsenal. The match celebrated Pep Guardiola’s 1000th game as a manager, and his team marked the occasion with a ruthless performance. Liverpool…
Nearly three years after the high-profile sale of Chelsea Football Club, the £2.5 billion ($3.2 billion) intended to aid victims of the war in Ukraine remains frozen in a UK bank account, mired in legal and bureaucratic disputes. In May 2022, Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich sold Chelsea FC to a consortium led by American investor…
The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is pleased to announce the Super Eagles squad for the forthcoming international friendly matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, scheduled for March 21 and 25, respectively. Head Coach Eric Chelle has unveiled a 25-man roster, blending experienced stalwarts with emerging talents, reflecting the team’s commitment to excellence on the global stage….
Patrice Motsepe has been re-elected unopposed as the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for a second four-year term during the 14th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly held in Cairo, Egypt, today. Motsepe, a South African mining magnate and owner of Mamelodi Sundowns, first assumed the CAF presidency in 2021. His re-election reflects the…
It is with pleasure that we come up with an announcement regarding ongoing speculations and clearly declare where our interest lies as far as the Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, is concerned. Continuing our team rebuilding process, Old Trafford, in our view, has the appropriate kind of environment to foster a talent of this caliber. We…
In Premier League Matchweek 26, several players delivered outstanding goal-scoring performances. Notably, Alexander Isak of Newcastle United netted a significant brace in their thrilling 4-3 victory over Nottingham Forest on February 23, 2025. This exceptional feat not only secured a crucial win for Newcastle but also elevated Isak’s season tally to 19 goals, positioning him…
When the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League entered its knockout stages, the competition has been marked by spectacular performances by some of Europe’s top strikers. The season has witnessed a closely fought race for the much-sought top scorer honor, as several players have scored masterful strokes of brilliance and consistency. Serhou Guirassy: Borussia Dortmund’s Deadliest Striker…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed readiness to host a friendly between Russia’s national team and Nigeria’s Super Eagles in June next year. The move has raised concern among stakeholders over a possible threat of FIFA sanctions in view of the geopolitical circumstances and Russia’s status of sanctions. The release is to take a…
