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target=_blank>I was born here, Senegal job is a homecoming – Patrick Vieira
Vieira, 50, was born in Senegal but went on to represent France during his playing career, helping Les Bleus win the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000.
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target=_blank>CAF Inter-club competitions: Why Nigerian clubs fail
By Douglas Baye-Osagie dbayeosagie@yahoo.com This season, Nigeria was represented by four clubs on the continent. Rangers International and Rivers United in the CAF Champions League, and Shooting Stars and El-Kanemi Warriors in the CAF Confederation Cup. The story is already familiar – while two have bowed out in their very first game of the tournament,
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target=_blank>Brentford batter Chelsea 3-0 to undo Alonso’s promising start
Brentford exposed Chelsea’s defensive problems to inflict a damaging 3-0 defeat on Friday that gives Xabi Alonso plenty to ponder over a three-week international break.
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target=_blank>UEFA, CONCACAF urge FIFA to make $2.1 billion payout
Two continental football federations, UEFA and CONCACAF, on Friday called on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to release around $2.1 billion from the global governing body’s reserves to share among its 211 member associations.
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target=_blank>In-form Raphinha wants to finish career at Barcelona
Barcelona captain Raphinha said on Friday he hopes to extend his stay at the club and end his playing career there after a blistering start to the season in front of goal.
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target=_blank>‘Ridiculous’ — Carrick breaks silence on Man Utd sack fears after Brighton collapse
The Brighton defeat, which saw United become the first side in 50 years to lose at Old Trafford after leading 2-0, was followed by boos from supporters and chants directed at the team.
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target=_blank>Ceuta: Perez says Real Madrid visit not linked to Mbappe shirt row
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has said the club’s solidarity visit to Ceuta was planned weeks before the recent controversy involving Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr. and the territory’s support message.
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target=_blank>Mbappe ends Nike partnership to join Swiss brand On
France captain Kylian Mbappe has signed with Swiss sportswear brand On, ending a long association with Nike that stretched back to the start of his career, the company announced on Friday.
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target=_blank>England can build on World Cup ‘spirit’, says Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel said England will build on the “fantastic spirit” of their World Cup campaign as he targets glory on home soil at Euro 2028.
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target=_blank>Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for Nations League
Cristiano Ronaldo was called up for the start of Portugal’s Nations League campaign on Friday as Jorge Jesus named his first squad since taking over as coach.
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target=_blank>NPFL: Aondona returns to Sporting Lagos training after injury layoff
Sporting Lagos midfielder, Aondona Adeede has returned to training after an injury layoff, DAILY POST reports. Aondona rejoined his teammates in full training this week after spending several weeks on the sidelines. His return is expected to strengthen Sporting Lagos’ midfield. Sporting Lagos will be hoping Aondona regains full match fitness ahead of upcoming league
NPFL: Aondona returns to Sporting Lagos training after injury layoff
target=_blank>2026 Ballon d’Or: Raphinha names player to should win it “by a mile”
Barcelona forward, Raphinha, has backed team mate Lamine Yamal to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Although Raphinha was snubbed, Yamal is one of the 30 nominees shortlisted for the award. The 19-year-old is one of the frontrunners for the prize after winning trophies with Barcelona and Spain. Raphinha has now hailed Yamal as one of
2026 Ballon d’Or: Raphinha names player to should win it “by a mile”
target=_blank>Transfer: Chidinma Okeke joins Napoli Women on two-year deal
Super Falcons defender, Chidinma Okeke has joined Napoli Women on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports. Okeke joined the Partenopei from Mexican club América Femenil. The 26-year-old signed a two-year contract with Napoli. The centre-back expressed her excitement after completing the move. “I’m happy with my first few days here. I’ve met the coach, the
Transfer: Chidinma Okeke joins Napoli Women on two-year deal
target=_blank>France squad: I adore him – Zidane speaks on Benzema’s return
France head coach, Zinedine Zidane, has ruled out a return to the national team for former Real Madrid captain, Karim Benzema. Zidane, who admitted that he adores Benzema, insisted he is focused on younger players. The 54-year-old had named his squad for the September international break, where France will face Turkey and Belgium in UEFA
France squad: I adore him – Zidane speaks on Benzema’s return
target=_blank>Transfer: Four teams battle to sign Man Utd forward JJ Gabriel
Manchester United forward, JJ Gabriel, is in talks over a possible move to Barcelona. According to Sky Sports, Gabriel and his representatives are currently in Spain. It is understood that Barca’s rivals, Real Madrid, are also keen on the 15-year-old’s signature. Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are also keeping an eye on the situation. Earlier
Transfer: Four teams battle to sign Man Utd forward JJ Gabriel
target=_blank>EPL: Four fixtures we could see shock results in Game Week 5
The final round of Premier League fixtures before the international break will be played this weekend. Teams will be looking to go into the three-week break with decent results. We have already had a big upset this game week, with Chelsea losing 3-0 at Brentford. So, which other fixtures can we expect to produce surprise results?
EPL: Four fixtures we could see shock results in Game Week 5
target=_blank>NPFL: Enyimba goalkeeper, Utum sidelined for two weeks with injury
Enyimba goalkeeper, Godswill Etum will be out of action for two weeks due to injury, DAILY POST reports. Etum, according to technical adviser, Emmanuel Deutsch sustained the injury during training on Thursday. “Yes our first choice goalkeeper (Etum) is out injured. He sustained injury this morning in training and the doctor says he will be out
NPFL: Enyimba goalkeeper, Utum sidelined for two weeks with injury
target=_blank>EPL: Brentford set record with 3-0 win over Chelsea
Brentford’s 3-0 humiliation of Chelsea means they have now achieved their best-ever start to a Premier League season. The Bees’ second-half performance saw them cruise to an emphatic victory at Gtech Community Stadium. Goals from Jaidon Anthony, Igor Thiago, and Fabio Carvalho mean they remain unbeaten so far. “At half-time, he (Andrews) just wanted us
EPL: Brentford set record with 3-0 win over Chelsea
target=_blank>Flamingos beat Ghana to claim second WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup victory
Nigeria’s Flamingos defeated Black Maidens of Ghana 4-2 in their second game at the WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup on Friday night. Akeem Busari’s side scored twice in the first half through Oluwakemi Adegbuyi and captain Chidi Harmony. Nigeria were reduced to 10-player after Elizabeth Adesuyi was sent off one minute before the hour mark.
Flamingos beat Ghana to claim second WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup victory
target=_blank>Osimhen: NFF rejects Galatasaray’s request
The Nigerian Football Federation, NFF, has rejected Galatasaray’s request regarding striker, Victor Osimhen. Galatasaray had requested the NFF to prevent Osimhen from playing Nigeria’s matches against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau later in the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifiers this month. Nigeria will face Madagascar on 25 September and Guinea-Bissau on 29 September. However, according to SCORENigeria, the NFF
Osimhen: NFF rejects Galatasaray’s request
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