Nigeria continue their quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title when they face Mozambique in the round of 16 on Monday at the Fez Stadium, The PUNCH reports. Victory will secure the Super Eagles’ 12th quarter-final appearance, extending their record for last-eight finishes ahead of Egypt, while Mozambique will make their debut at […]
With a reasonable number of Super Eagles players in camp as of yesterday morning, there was a high tendency that Coach Eric Chelle would parade some new players in today’s friendly match against the Pharaohs of Egypt, in Cairo. Ahead of this evening’s high-octane encounter, several regulars were, however, expected to drop into the Super […]
The stage is set for the commencement of Africa’s biggest football event, the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025), with 24 teams competing for the continent’s most prestigious sporting title. AFCON 2025 will be hosted by Morocco, a second time for the North African nation, and will run from December 21, […]
Liverpool boss Arne Slot said he would speak to Mohamed Salah on Friday morning before deciding on the forward’s availability for this weekend’s match against Brighton. The Egypt international accused Liverpool of throwing him “under the bus” after he was left on the bench for last week’s 3-3 draw at Leeds, the third match in […]
Chelsea are set to learn the outcome of their FA disciplinary hearing into 74 charges that were placed on the club, with offences relating to agents, intermediaries and third-party investment coming to light under the ownership of Roman Abramovich. The Blues self-reported the situation to the governing body to cooperate with the findings. It came […]
Before joining Manchester United, Ruben Amorim told the club’s hierarchy that he wanted to add players with intensity to their ranks. The ex-Sporting CP man’s first signing in charge of United was Lecce full-back Patrick Dorgu, known for his physicality and raw acceleration. The same idea shaped United’s summer business, as they signed Matheus Cunha […]
Daniel Sturridge has hinted that a golden VAR rule was broken when issuing a verdict on Moises Caicedo’s Chelsea red card against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon. The Blues midfielder was sent off for a late tackle on Mikel Merino, with VAR stepping in after referee Anthony Taylor initially issued a yellow […]
Marcus Rashford is thriving at Barcelona and Hansi Flick has been speaking about why the Manchester United loanee has settled so quickly in Spain following his summer move Marcus Rashford is benefitting from the ‘atmosphere’ at Barcelona and a new style of play following his loan move from Manchester United in the summer, according to […]
It is a big night in the UEFA Champions League as Chelsea take on Barcelona at Stamford Bridge, while Manchester City host Bayer Leverkusen at the Etihad — two high-stakes games that could shape the trajectory of both clubs in Europe. Chelsea return to European action under Enzo Maresca, who has urged his side to […]
Former Chelsea and Brazil midfielder Oscar has been released from the hospital after being admitted last week due to a heart-related concern. The 34-year-old fell ill while undergoing pre-season physical testing at São Paulo’s training centre on Tuesday, prompting immediate medical attention. According to BBC Sports on Monday, Sao Paulo said in a statement that […]
