UEFA, the governing body of European football, has officially launched an investigation into allegations of inappropriate behavior by Real Madrid players Antonio Rüdiger, Kylian Mbappé, Dani Ceballos, and Vinícius Júnior. The inquiry pertains to incidents that occurred during the celebrations following Real Madrid’s UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second-leg match against Atlético Madrid on…
The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has confirmed that the postponed LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna will take place on March 27, 2025, at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in Barcelona. This decision comes after both clubs’ appeals to reschedule the fixture were rejected. The original match, scheduled for March 8, 2025,…
As the 2024-2025 Premier League season approaches its climax, the battle for UEFA Champions League qualification intensifies. With only a few fixtures remaining, clubs are vying for top-four finishes to secure their spots in Europe’s elite competition. Here’s an in-depth analysis of the leading contenders: 1. Liverpool FC Under the guidance of manager Arne Slot,…
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) announces that Lionel Messi, captain and iconic forward of the national team, will be sidelined for the forthcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to a muscle strain. Messi, 37, experienced discomfort following Inter Miami’s 2-1 victory over Atlanta United in Major League Soccer (MLS)….
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…
FC Bayern Munich is delighted to announce that a total verbal agreement has been reached with Joshua Kimmich to extend his contract with the club until 2029. This agreement underscores both the club’s and the player’s commitment to a shared future, solidifying Kimmich’s role as a central figure in Bayern’s ongoing success. Kimmich, 30, joined…
Tottenham Hotspur’s striker, Dominic Solanke, has provided another injury scare for the club after limping off the field during a disappointing 1-0 defeat to AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League round of 16. This incident raises concerns among Spurs supporters, especially considering Solanke’s recent return from a knee injury. On March 6, 2025, Tottenham Hotspur…
Arsenal Football Club is poised to bolster its attacking options with the potential acquisition of Nigerian international Ademola Lookman. The 26-year-old versatile forward has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to join the Gunners, expressing a strong desire to make the move effective immediately. Ademola Lookman has been a standout performer for Atalanta Bergamasca Calcio since…
