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target=_blank>S/Eagles in high spirits as Osimhen arrives team’s AFCON camp in Cairo
“Victor Osimhen joined the camp late Wednesday night, and that means that we now have all invited players in camp,” Efoghe said.
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target=_blank>Ecuadorean footballer Mario Pineida shot dead
Pineida, 33, was part of Ecuador’s national team during the 2018 and 2022 World Cup games.
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target=_blank>How will AFCON affect Premier League sides?
Premier League sides are preparing for their most intense spell of the season over the festive period, but many squads will be depleted by the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
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target=_blank>Newcastle vs Man City, Chelsea vs Arsenal or Crystal Palace in Carabao Cup semi-finals
Holders Newcastle United have been drawn against eight-time champions Manchester City in the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup.
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target=_blank>Luis Suarez signs new Inter Miami contract
Suarez, who turns 39 in January, joined Lionel Messi’s outfit in 2024 before helping the club to the 2025 MLS Cup and Eastern Conference title.
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target=_blank>UK PM warns Abramovich ‘clock is ticking’ over Chelsea sale fund
“I can announce that we’re issuing a licence to transfer £2.5 billion from the sale of Chelsea Football Club that’s been frozen… since 2022,” he said.
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target=_blank>Ahmed Musa announces retirement from int’l football after 15 years
Nigeria’s most capped international, Ahmed Musa, has officially announced his retirement from international football, bringing to an end a distinguished career with the Super Eagles that spanned nearly 15 years.
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target=_blank>2026 FIFA World Cup winner to get $50 million – Report
The FIFA Council has officially greenlit a record-breaking financial distribution package for the 2026 World Cup, signaling a massive windfall for competing nations.
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target=_blank>Tennis world number one Alcaraz splits with coach after 7 years
Men’s tennis world number one Carlos Alcaraz announced on Wednesday on social media he is splitting from his coach Juan Carlos Ferrero after seven hugely successful years.
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target=_blank>Maresca relishes support of Chelsea fans after difficult week
Enzo Maresca said he appreciated the backing of Chelsea’s fans after they sung his name during Tuesday’s 3-1 win at Cardiff in the League Cup quarter-finals.
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target=_blank>NPFL: Enyimba coach Ukaegbu reveals plan for El-Kanemi Warriors clash
Enyimba head coach, Lawrence Ukaegbu, has revealed his team’s plan for their matchday 18 fixture against El-Kanemi Warriors. The nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions will trade tackles with El-Kanemi Warriors at the El-Kanemi Sports centre this weekend. Ukaegbu said that they will approach the game against the Borno Army with another formation. “We
NPFL: Enyimba coach Ukaegbu reveals plan for El-Kanemi Warriors clash
target=_blank>NPFL: Nasarawa United Vs Barau FC get new date
The Nigeria Premier Football League, has rescheduled the matchday 18 encounter between Nasarawa United versus Barau FC. The match which was earlier fixed for Sunday, 21st December will now hold on Tuesday 23rd December, 2025. The encounter will be staged at the Lafia City Stadium. Nasarawa United will be facing Barau FC for the first
NPFL: Nasarawa United Vs Barau FC get new date
target=_blank>Transfer: RB Leipzig line up move for Nigerian midfielder
Bundesliga club RB Leipzig are interested in Göztepe midfielder Anthony Dennis, DAILY POST reports. According to Turkish news outlet, Fanatik, Leipzig are already in advanced talks to sign the Nigerian. Ole Werner’s side are considering a transfer fee of approximately €8m for the player. Another Bundesliga club, Union Berlin are also reportedly interested in Dennis.
Transfer: RB Leipzig line up move for Nigerian midfielder
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: FIFA confirms prize money
FIFA have confirmed that the total prize money for the 2026 World Cup will be $727 million. The 48 participating nations will share from a $655million pot. The country that emerges as champions will be awarded $50million – the biggest payout ever. The losing finalists will receive $33million, while the third and fourth-placed teams will
2026 World Cup: FIFA confirms prize money
target=_blank>2025 AFCON: Ferdinand names countries to win trophy in Morocco
Former Senegalese star, Ferdinand Coly has named the countries he believes are capable of winning the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Nigeria is one of the countries that has been widely tipped to come home with the trophy this year having finished second last two years ago. Nigeria lost to the host nation,
2025 AFCON: Ferdinand names countries to win trophy in Morocco
target=_blank>Man Utd, Tottenham in battle to sign El Mala
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have joined the battle to sign Koln winger Said El Mala next year. According to Sport Bild, the Premier League clubs have now contacted Koln through intermediaries to register their interest in El Mala ahead of next summer’s transfer window. The report added that both the Red Devils and Spurs
Man Utd, Tottenham in battle to sign El Mala
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Super Eagles depart Cairo camp for Morocco
The Super Eagles will depart Cairo for Fez, Morocco, today ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports. Eric Chelle’s men opened camp in Cairo, Egypt for the competition on Sunday. All the 28 players are now in camp following Victor Osimhen’s arrival on Wednesday night. The Super Eagles lost 2-1 to
AFCON 2025: Super Eagles depart Cairo camp for Morocco
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Anxiety as Chelle yet to name new Super Eagles captain
With only a few days left before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kick off, the Super Eagles are yet to officially name their new captain. This follows the retirements of both William Troost-Ekong and Ahmed Musa ahead of the tournament. Troost-Ekong was the first to make his announcement, even before the 54-man provisional list
AFCON 2025: Anxiety as Chelle yet to name new Super Eagles captain
target=_blank>Copa del Rey: 12 clubs qualify for Round of 16
At least twelve clubs have booked their places in the Copa del Rey Round of 16 stage. This follows the conclusion of Wednesday’s Round of 32 fixtures played across different grounds in Spain. Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid defeated the likes of Talavera and Atletico Baleares, respectively, to progress to the next stage. Osasuna, Albacete,
Copa del Rey: 12 clubs qualify for Round of 16
target=_blank>Transfer: Thiago Silva’s contract terminated
Former Chelsea centre-back, Thiago Silva has terminated his contract with Fluminense. According to TouchlineX, Silva terminated his contract with Fluminense because he wants a move back to Europe in hopes of being closer to his family. The Brazilian’s clear plan is to move to Europe as a free agent ahead of any other option in
Transfer: Thiago Silva’s contract terminated
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