Nigerian players once again took center stage for their European clubs over the weekend, with several standout performances. In the Bundesliga, VICTOR BONIFACE retuning from injury, scored as Bayer Leverkusen defeated Hoffenheim 3-1 on Sunday. Boniface, who was close to joining Al Nassr in January, fired Leverkusen ahead in the 15th minute. GIFT ORBAN also…
With football supporters worldwide gearing for the most frenzied and unpredictable day of the winter transfer period, the energy is obvious. Upon us is Transfer Deadline Day, when clubs have until 23:00 GMT tonight to finish their signings and make any last-minute gestures before the winter window slams closed. This is the last chance for…
Juventus’ Sporting Director, Cristiano Giuntoli, who orchestrated Victor Osimhen’s transfer to Napoli in 2020, has found the Nigerian striker to be the main target to spearhead the Bianconeri’s attack for the next season. In outstanding form, Osimhen—from Napoli now on loan at Galatasaray—is a sought-after player in European soccer. Osimhen has shown excellent performance in…
Lisandro Martínez, Manchester United’s Argentine center-back, suffered a major knee injury in today’s Premier League game against Crystal Palace at Old Trafford. Martínez had to be helped off the ground in clear agony in the second half following the event. The damage occurred in a confrontation with Ismaila Sarr, forward for Crystal Palace. Martínez’s right…
A fierce derby in the heart of Milan was on display late Sunday evening, with Inter Milan clawing their way back from a goal down to secure a hard-fought 1-1 draw against AC Milan. The San Siro was abuzz, with the electric atmosphere fueling the intensity of the encounter. Tijjani Reijnders’ strike on the cusp…
In the cauldron of the Emirates Stadium, a rivalry simmered, waiting to boil over, just as we saw the last time out at the Etihad. Arsenal and Manchester City, two heavyweights of the Premier League, clashed in a battle of wills, skill, words and determination. The air was electric, while tension mounted on Sunday evening….
Tottenham Hotspur‘s season had been in absolute freefall, with their last victory in the league dating back to December 15, 2024, but a crucial 2-0 win over Brentford on a sunny Sunday afternoon at the Gtech Community Stadium has given them a much-needed boost. The win, courtesy of Vitaly Janelt’s first-half own goal and Pape…
Manchester United is delighted to reveal on February 2, 2025 the purchase of 20-year-old Danish international Patrick Dorgu from Italian club Lecce. The flexible left-back has agreed to a five-and-a-half-year deal running till June 2030, including a possibility for another year. Valued at €30 million, the transfer arrangement is worth an extra €35 million in…
Just like a never ending seasonal action movie – Manchester United‘s struggles continued as they suffered yet another demoralizing 2-0 defeat at the hands of Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on Sunday evening. The loss at their backyard and in front of their fans further exposed the Red Devils’ vulnerabilities, particularly in defense, where they…
Just how better can Barca make the most of Madrid’s slip up yesterday? Barcelona have capitalized on Real Madrid’s loss to reinvigorate their title hopes with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Alavés at the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The win, produced by Robert Lewandowski’s second-half strike, have moved the Catalans to within four…
