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target=_blank>‘We are still waiting’ – Iwobi hopes Super Eagles feature in 2026 World Cup
AFCON 2025 playmaker Alex Iwobi remains hopeful that Nigeria’s Super Eagles could yet secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite their current uncertainty in the qualification race.
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target=_blank>Kanu Nwankwo, Okocha, Finidi George to participate in Africa Legend Football Match
Former Nigerian Super Eagles legend Kanu Nwankwo has confirmed that he, alongside Jay Jay Okocha, Finidi George and many other African football legends, will feature in the African Legends United Gala Match.
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target=_blank>Man City confront Anfield hoodoo as Arsenal eye Premier League crown
Arsenal could take another giant step towards the Premier League title with victory over Sunderland on Saturday before Manchester City face a daunting trip to Liverpool.
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target=_blank>Lookman nets on debut to help Atletico to Copa del Rey semis
Atletico Madrid advanced to the last four of the Copa del Rey on Thursday with an emphatic 5-0 win at Real Betis as new signing Ademola Lookman scored on his Rojiblanco debut.
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target=_blank>Leicester risk relegation into third tier after six-point deduction
Relegated from the top flight last season, the sanction drops the Foxes from 17th to 20th in the Championship, leaving them above the drop zone only on goal difference.
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target=_blank>Kun Khalifat make U-turn, returns to NPFL after withdrawal
However, in the latest statement signed by the club’s Chief Executive Officer, Michael Amaefula, Kun Khalifat confirmed that the issues had been resolved and that the club had been reinstated with immediate effect.
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target=_blank>Olympics are a rare unifying event, says Vance
“This is one of the few things that unites the entire country,” the Republican said, adding: “I hope you win as many medals as possible.”
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target=_blank>Monaco drop Pogba from Champions League squad – Report
Pogba, who will celebrate his 33rd birthday next month, has endured a difficult campaign marked by limited game time and recurring fitness issues.
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target=_blank>NFF opens talks with Eric Chelle over contract extension
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is expected to open discussions with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle regarding a possible extension of his contract.
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target=_blank>Liverpool in ‘good place’ for years to come, says Slot
Liverpool’s recruitment of rising stars will put the club on a sure footing for years to come, according to manager Arne Slot despite a difficult season for the Premier League champions.
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target=_blank>SPL: You can’t achieve 1000 goal record in Premier League – Stefan Schwartz warns Cristiano Ronaldo
Former Arsenal midfielder Stefan Schwarz has cautioned Cristiano Ronaldo about the challenges of achieving his goal of scoring 1000 goals, considering his current situation at Al-Nassr. The 40-year-old forward is reportedly expressing dissatisfaction with what is seen as unfair treatment by Saudi’s PIF in how they distribute resources among their clubs. In a conversation with
SPL: You can’t achieve 1000 goal record in Premier League – Stefan Schwartz warns Cristiano Ronaldo
target=_blank>Why I rejected Maurizio Sarri’s advice to leave – Eden Hazard
Chelsea legend, Eden Hazard, has said he refused advice from his old manager, Maurizio Sarri to follow Cristiano Ronaldo’s way of living. The retired Belgian playmaker was among the top players in the world when he was active, often compared to the best ever to play English football. Hazard talked to the Italian newspaper Gazzetta
Why I rejected Maurizio Sarri’s advice to leave – Eden Hazard
target=_blank>LaLiga: Griezmann lauds Lookman’s impressive debut for Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid forward, Antoine Griezmann has heaped plaudits on Ademola Lookman following his impressive start to life at the club, DAILY POST reports. Lookman scored, and registered an assist on his maiden appearance to help the Rojiblancos thrashed Real Betis 5-0 in their Copa del Rey quarter-final clash on Thursday night. The Nigeria international netted
LaLiga: Griezmann lauds Lookman’s impressive debut for Atletico Madrid
target=_blank>SPL: ‘You’re not close to being as good as Ronaldo’ – Al-Ittihad legend, Noor slams Benzema
Al-Ittihad legend, Mohamed Noor, has slammed the club’s former superstar, Karim Benzema after the Frenchman moved to Al-Hilal. Al-Hilal and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr are battling it out for who wins the SPL title this season. Benzema, former Ballon d’Or winner, signed with Al-Hilal on an 18-month deal as a free agent after leaving Al-Ittihad
SPL: ‘You’re not close to being as good as Ronaldo’ – Al-Ittihad legend, Noor slams Benzema
target=_blank>SPL: Modric, Marcelo, Vnicious react as Benzema scores hat-trick in first game for new club
Luka Modric, Marcelo and Vinicius Junior, who used to play with Karim Benzema at Real Madrid, have shared their thoughts after the Frenchman scored a hat-trick in his first match with Al-Hilal. Benzema, 38, made a big move on the last day of the transfer window by moving from Al-Ittihad to Al-Hilal on a free
SPL: Modric, Marcelo, Vnicious react as Benzema scores hat-trick in first game for new club
target=_blank>UCL: No team can beat them – Paul Merson on club to win trophy
Former Arsenal star, Paul Merson has tipped the Gunners to lift the UEFA Champions League trophy this season. Merson is convinced that no team currently in the Champions League this season can defeat the Premier League North London club over two legs in the competition. Following the conclusion of the group stage of the Champions
UCL: No team can beat them – Paul Merson on club to win trophy
target=_blank>Copa del Rey: All four teams that have qualified for semi-finals
Four clubs have secured their spots in the semi-finals of this season’s Copa del Rey. The qualified teams include Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Athletic Bilbao, and Real Sociedad. This follows the completion of the quarter-finals on Thursday evening. Atletico Madrid advanced with a convincing 5-0 victory over Real Betis, with new signing Ademola Lookman contributing to
Copa del Rey: All four teams that have qualified for semi-finals
target=_blank>EPL: Merson names three matches that could cost Chelsea Champions League qualification
Former Arsenal star, Paul Merson has insisted that Chelsea won’t qualify for the UEFA Champions League if they fail to win their next three Premier League matches. Merson stated this during a recent interview with Sportskeeda ahead of Chelsea’s Premier League match with Wolves on Saturday. Chelsea’s next three Premier League matches are against Wolves,
EPL: Merson names three matches that could cost Chelsea Champions League qualification
target=_blank>NPFL: Dogo backs El-kanemi Warriors to recover from recent slump
El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser, Suleiman Dogo has assured that the club will soon bounce back to an enviable position in the Nigerian top-flight. The Borno Army featured in the CAF Confederation Cup in 2024. El-Kanemi Warriors also won the President Federation Cup in 2023. They have failed to replicate their impressive successes since then. “El-Kanemi
NPFL: Dogo backs El-kanemi Warriors to recover from recent slump
target=_blank>NPFL: Nasarawa United chief thanks Yusuf for selfless service to club
Nasarawa United Chairman, Solomon Babanjah, has expressed missed feelings over the departure of forward Anas Yusuf. Babanjah described Yusuf as a great player who helped the Solid Miners achieve a lot of successes. DAILY POST reports that Yusuf won the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, top scorer award last season. He left Nasarawa United to
NPFL: Nasarawa United chief thanks Yusuf for selfless service to club
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