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target=_blank>Chelsea boss keen to build winning ties with ‘world-class’ Fernandez
“He is a Chelsea player, he is very important to me and hopefully we will have a winning relationship in the short-term and long-term.”
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target=_blank>2026 WC: 17 teams disqualified from major tournaments as Senegal faces possible sanction
Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations triumph in January 2026 has been overshadowed by controversy after ‘The Lions of Teranga’ defeated Morocco under unusual circumstances. Speculation is now mounting that the team could still be disqualified and stripped of their title.
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target=_blank>2026 Ballon d’Or power rankings: Kane, Haaland, Mbappe among early front-runners
With the Lionel Messi–Cristiano Ronaldo era now behind us, the Ballon d’Or race is wider open than it has been in nearly 20 years. A host of elite players are starting the season believing the game’s most prestigious individual prize is within reach.
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target=_blank>Salah returns to Liverpool training after AFCON
Salah’s return has been a major talking point after he took aim at Liverpool in an explosive interview early last month.
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target=_blank>Full list of countries with highest gold medals in AFCON history
Senegal’s historic victory in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON has reshaped the trophy count, but not the top of the list for most gold medals.
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target=_blank>Rising star Fonseca brought back to earth at Australian Open
Roger Federer said before the Australian Open that the “sky’s the limit” for exciting Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca, but he was brought back to earth Tuesday with a first-round exit.
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target=_blank>Why Super Eagles skipped AFCON bronze medal ceremony — NFF
“The players could not wait to receive their medals on Sunday. Their clubs were already after them to come back after Saturday’s game,” Gusau said.
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target=_blank>Troost-Ekong set to join Qatari club Al Ahli
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is set to sign for Al Ahli Sports Club in Qatar, making the move from Saudi side Al Kholood.
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target=_blank>FIFA rankings: Super Eagles rise to 26th, 3rd in Africa after AFCON brilliance
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have climbed to third place in Africa and 26th position globally in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings released on Monday.
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target=_blank>Swiatek survives scare to make Australian Open second round
Iga Swiatek survived a fright Monday before battling past Chinese qualifier Yuan Yue to launch her bid for a career Grand Slam in unconvincing fashion at the Australian Open.
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target=_blank>AFCON: Ex-West Ham goalie, Shaka Hislop explains why Hakimi, ball boys took Nwabali, Mendy’s towels
Former West Ham United goalkeeper Shaka Hislop has explained why the towels used by goalkeepers during matches are not just ordinary towels. He said having the right level of moisture is crucial to a goalkeeper’s performance, and explained why the strategic use of towels can be an important part of in-game tactics. During the 2025
AFCON: Ex-West Ham goalie, Shaka Hislop explains why Hakimi, ball boys took Nwabali, Mendy’s towels
target=_blank>UCL: ‘They destroyed Bayern Munich’ – Danny Murphy names only team to stop Arsenal winning title
Former Premier League player Danny Murphy has said that only Paris Saint-Germain can stop Arsenal from winning the Champions League this season. Mikel Arteta’s team have started the competition perfectly, winning all six of their games so far, and they now face a big challenge tonight when they play Inter at the San Siro. Atlético
UCL: ‘They destroyed Bayern Munich’ – Danny Murphy names only team to stop Arsenal winning title
target=_blank>UCL: Galatasaray boss, Buruk gives update on Osimhen ahead of Atlético Madrid clash
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has shared positive news about his team ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash against Atlético Madrid. Buruk said Victor Osimhen is focused and ready to return to action after completing his Africa Cup of Nations campaign. Osimhen returned to Galatasaray training on Monday night after helping Nigeria secure the
UCL: Galatasaray boss, Buruk gives update on Osimhen ahead of Atlético Madrid clash
target=_blank>NPFL: Enabulele hails Boboye’s impact on Bendel Insurance
The Edo State Sports Commission has praised the impact of Kennedy Boboye in transforming Bendel Insurance. The Benin Arsenals are unbeaten in their last nine games. Insurance moved to sixth position on the log following Sunday’s 3-2 win over El-kanemi Warriors. Chairman of the commission, Desmond Enabulele commended the players for their character and resilience
NPFL: Enabulele hails Boboye’s impact on Bendel Insurance
target=_blank>UCL: ‘They’re not the best’ – Manuel Akanji names two teams Arsenal are not better than
Former Manchester City defender, Manuel Akanji has told Arsenal they are not the best team in Europe. He said the idea of Arsenal being the best team in Europe right now is not correct. Akanji spoke ahead tonight’s Champions League match between Arsenal against Inter Milan. Mikel Arteta’s team are leading the Premier League and
UCL: ‘They’re not the best’ – Manuel Akanji names two teams Arsenal are not better than
target=_blank>Done Deal: Leeds United sign Remo Stars defender, Leonard Ngenge
Nigerian defender Leonard Ngenge has joined Premier League club Leeds United, DAILY POST reports. Ngenge linked up with Leeds United from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Remo Stars. The former Rangers player penned a deal until the end of the 2026/27 season. The centre-back made seven appearances for the Remo Stars this season, before making
Done Deal: Leeds United sign Remo Stars defender, Leonard Ngenge
target=_blank>LaLiga: ‘They’ve not even seen their families’ – Sevilla boss hails Adams, Ejuke
Sevilla manager, Matías Almeyda, has praised Super Eagles players Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke for their dedication to the club. This is coming after the players forfeited their break after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations to help the club avoid defeat against Elche in the LaLiga on Monday night. Sevilla settled for a 2-2
LaLiga: ‘They’ve not even seen their families’ – Sevilla boss hails Adams, Ejuke
target=_blank>AFCON: What I told Mane after Senegal players left pitch against Morocco – Claude Le Roy
Former Ghana coach, Claude Le Roy, has opened up on what he told Sadio Mane after Senegalese players walked off the pitch against Morocco during the AFCON final on Sunday. Le Roy, a former Senegal coach, was seen engaging in a conversation with Mane moments after the Senegal team departed the pitch, following a controversial
AFCON: What I told Mane after Senegal players left pitch against Morocco – Claude Le Roy
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Eto’o names player to win CAF Footballer of the Year
Former Cameroon striker, Samuel Eto’o, has said Senegal’s Sadio Mane should win the African Footballer of the Year award. Mane previously won the award in 2021, after helping the Teranga Lions lift their first Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, title. This year the Al Nassr forward played a key role as Senegal won AFCON again,
AFCON 2025: Eto’o names player to win CAF Footballer of the Year
target=_blank>EPL: Nwaneri agrees deal to leave Arsenal
Arsenal midfielder, Ethan Nwaneri, has agreed to move to Marseille on a loan deal until the end of the current season. Both clubs have already reached an agreement over a fee, and the transfer is expected to be officially confirmed soon. It represents a u-turn for Nwaneri, who was not expected to go out on
EPL: Nwaneri agrees deal to leave Arsenal
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