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Chelsea Football Club have reportedly parted ways with head coach Enzo Maresca, with the decision taking effect immediately. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the separation followed intense internal tensions that escalated over the…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will take on Mozambique in the Round of 16 at the ongoing 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The knockout encounter is scheduled for Monday, January 5, with kick-off set…
Anas Yusuf of Nasarawa United has been shortlisted for the Best Striker award at the 2025 Nigerian Pitch Awards. Yusuf will compete against Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman and Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen. The Nasarawa…
Newcastle United squandered a two-goal advantage as Chelsea staged a second-half comeback to earn a 2-2 draw in a thrilling Premier League clash at St James’ Park on December 20, 2025. Nick Woltemade starred for…
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will move from its traditional two-year cycle to a four-year format starting in 2028, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed. CAF President Patrice Motsepe made the announcement…
Former Super Eagles and Juventus midfielder Sunday Oliseh has defended goalkeeper Maduka Okoye following his omission from Nigeria’s final 28-man squad for AFCON 2025. Okoye, currently with Udinese, had been included in the initial 54-man…
African football is poised for a major transformation with the launch of the African Nations League, a new annual tournament scheduled to start in 2029. CAF President Patrice Motsepe described the competition as a landmark…
Erling Haaland was the star as Manchester City surged to the top of the Premier League with a commanding 3-0 home victory over West Ham United. At the Etihad Stadium, City secured their fifth consecutive…
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President Ibrahim Gusau has expressed full confidence in the Super Eagles’ readiness to compete for honours at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The team enters the tournament…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has called on the club to plan for the future beyond his tenure, acknowledging that no manager remains in charge forever despite having time left on his contract. Guardiola, 54,…