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target=_blank>Carragher, Piers Morgan clash over Ronaldo defence
“Your reaction to my slight criticism saying you & Rio are in bed with Ronaldo so it clouds your judgement when speaking about him is embarrassing,” Carragher wrote.
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target=_blank>Palmer extends Chelsea contract until 2034
Chelsea have announced that England international Cole Palmer has signed a new contract that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2034.
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target=_blank>Man City guilty verdict reignites Liverpool rivalry
City return to Anfield sitting top of the Premier League after a flawless start to Maresca’s reign, featuring seven successive wins in all competitions.
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target=_blank>5 Super Eagles stars who could lose their places in Chelle’s November squad
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has more selection decisions to make than he did a month ago after the results that surfaced in the just-concluded International break.
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target=_blank>Bring Super Eagles home
Douglas Baye-Osagie dbayeosagie@yahoo.com For too long, Nigerian football has been trying to get a real home. We have wandered from Uyo to Kaduna to Calabar to Benin to Asaba to Abuja. From the Godswill Akpabio Stadium to quiet, comfortable arenas, chasing form, chasing luck, chasing a feeling we left behind. We have struggled to qualify
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target=_blank>NFL legend Mike Ditka, Bears’ Super Bowl-Winning Coach, dies at 86
NFL legend Mike Ditka, who won league titles as both a player and coach with the Chicago Bears and Dallas Cowboys, has died at the age of 86. His family announced his death on Friday in a statement, describing him as a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. “While the world knew Mike as a
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target=_blank>Neville criticises Ronaldo, says Portugal star is becoming harder to like
“I actually love him to bits. I can’t sit here and say I approve of that statement and think it was a good thing for him to do; it makes him more difficult to like. If you love him, it makes him more difficult to like; if you don’t like him, it makes you dislike him even more. In another year, when he’s retired, we will look back upon his greatness in football, and people won’t remember this ending,” Neville said.
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target=_blank>Djokovic crashes out of Shanghai Masters in his first match
Novak Djokovic went down in straight sets to Hubert Hurkacz on Friday, exiting the Shanghai Masters in his first match after memorably winning the China Open this week.
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target=_blank>Barca skipper Raphinha out against Getafe and Galatasaray
Barcelona captain Raphinha will miss the club’s next two matches after picking up a hamstring issue while playing for Brazil, coach Hansi Flick confirmed on Friday.
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target=_blank>Everton’s US owners mull sale of club two years after takeover
“When TFG became custodians of Everton, the club faced significant financial uncertainty and challenges both on and off the pitch,” Everton’s statement said.
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target=_blank>LaLiga: I won’t even put you on the bench – Mourinho warns Real Madrid players
Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho has issued another warning to the squad over their behaviour. Mourinho was defending Vinicius Junior’s poor form, insisting that the out-of-form winger is trying his best. Vinicius Jr has been booed by sections of the Madrid fanbase as he struggles for form this season, after turning down a summer move
LaLiga: I won’t even put you on the bench – Mourinho warns Real Madrid players
target=_blank>Okereke wins Serie B September Goal of the Month award
Nigerian striker, David Okereke has won the Serie B September Goal of the Month award, DAILY POST reports. Okereke won the award for his spectacular 30-metre strike in Benevento’s 3-1 victory over Hellas Verona. With the match level at 1-1, the 29-year-old collected the ball outside the penalty area in the 59th minute before unleashing
Okereke wins Serie B September Goal of the Month award
target=_blank>LaLiga: ‘What Lionel Messi taught me’ – Diego Simeone
Atletico Madrid manager, Diego Simeone has revealed what he learnt from Lionel Messi. Speaking to journalists prior to Atletico’s LaLiga game against Deportivo Alaves, Simeone expressed his appreciation to Messi over his contributions to Argentina and acknowledged that the Inter Miami forward showed him the virtues of perseverance and competitive determination. He said, “As an
LaLiga: ‘What Lionel Messi taught me’ – Diego Simeone
target=_blank>EPL: I have clear conscience over Man City’s guilty verdict – Arteta
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has insisted that his conscience is clear following Manchester City’s guilty verdict. Arteta worked as Pep Guardiola’s assistant at the Etihad during those now-tainted seasons. He spent three-and-a-half years from 2016 to 2019, the first two seasons of which fell inside the period under investigation by the Premier League. Arteta was
EPL: I have clear conscience over Man City’s guilty verdict – Arteta
target=_blank>EPL: 3 fixtures we could see shock results this weekend
The Premier League enters Game Week 6 this weekend after the international break with some very interesting matches across England. The big game is the match between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday evening. Arsenal will host Leeds United in an early kick-off on Saturday afternoon at the Emirates Stadium. Chelsea will take on Bournemouth on Saturday evening at Stamford Bridge,
EPL: 3 fixtures we could see shock results this weekend
target=_blank>Portugal: ‘It makes it difficult to like you’ – Gary Neville slams Cristiano Ronaldo
Former Manchester United star, Gary Neville has expressed his dissatisfaction with Cristiano Ronaldo’s conduct and the statement he issued following his unexpected departure from the Portugal national team. Ronaldo left the Portugal squad shortly before their encounter with Denmark following a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus. He decided to leave the national team after Jesus’
Portugal: ‘It makes it difficult to like you’ – Gary Neville slams Cristiano Ronaldo
target=_blank>Portugal: ‘You’re embarrassing yourselves’ – Carragher slams Rio Ferdinand, Morgan over Ronaldo
Former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher has slammed media personality, Piers Morgan and former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand for their unwavering support of Cristiano Ronaldo, regardless of the circumstances. Ronaldo, 41, attracted negative attention earlier this month when he left the Portugal squad in Copenhagen ahead of their UEFA Nations League match against Denmark, following
Portugal: ‘You’re embarrassing yourselves’ – Carragher slams Rio Ferdinand, Morgan over Ronaldo
target=_blank>Why Super Eagles players didn’t want to go to 2026 World Cup – Onugkha
Rodina Moscow forward, German Onugkha has claimed that Super Eagles players lacked the motivation to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup because they were already wealthy. He said the players failed to secure Nigeria’s qualification for the tournament because they had little incentive to participate, given their financial status. Born in Moscow to a Russian mother and a Nigerian father, Onugkha has pledged his international future to Nigeria. He declined a call-up to the Russian national team for friendly matches against Thailand and Vietnam in September 2024. Nigeria failed to qualify for the expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup after losing 4-3 on penalties to the Democratic Republic of Congo in the African playoff final. Onugkha argued that Nigeria had enough quality to qualify for the 2026 World Cup but attributed the failure partly to a lack of motivation among the players. Asked about his support for the Nigerian national team, Onugkha told Match TV: “Yes, it was disappointing that they didn’t qualify for the World Cup. “However, individuals lack motivation to participate there. Examining their roster—with such calibre of players, World Cup qualification should be achievable. “They possess a roster valued at approximately half a billion dollars, yet they failed to qualify. In my assessment, they lacked the desire to go there. They would prefer six weeks of vacation over tournament participation.” Onugkha played for Turkish Süper Lig club Kayserispor last season, when the team was relegated. He also faced Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen during the campaign. He added: “I have a lot of money already. Additional wealth would not benefit Osimhen. It becomes immediately apparent you do not comprehend the Nigerian mentality (laughs). “There’s just no motivation, that’s all. I remember Osimhen playing against us for Galatasaray. “He’d scored two goals by the 20th minute; he was a beast! And then I look at the World Cup qualifiers—it’s clear he doesn’t want to play.”
Why Super Eagles players didn’t want to go to 2026 World Cup – Onugkha
target=_blank>Turkey: What Galatasaray coach said as Osimhen returns with assist in 3-1 win over Kasimpasa
Galatasaray assistant coach, İrfan Saraloğlu has spoken about Victor Osimhen’s return from injury following the Nigerian striker’s contribution to the club’s 3-1 victory over Kasimpasa on Friday evening. The Nigerian international, who suffered an injury during Galatasaray’s 3-2 victory over Istanbul Başakşehir in September, was introduced in the second half of the match. The former Napoli forward replaced Deniz Gul with 13 minutes remaining as Galatasaray sought to secure the win at Rams Park. Osimhen, who created several scoring opportunities after coming on, provided an assist for the team’s final goal, scored by Gabonese midfielder Mario Lemina in the closing stages of the match. Following the match, Saraloğlu disclosed that Galatasaray’s performance declined after Lucas Torreira was sent off in the 65th minute. “During the second half, following the dismissal, we became more defensive, and our tactical structure was compromised. “However, I must note that Sanchez was out of position when the goal was conceded. They capitalised on that space,” he stated, according to Galatasaray’s official website. The Galatasaray assistant coach also explained the reason for introducing Osimhen late in the match, emphasising that the club prioritised preventing a recurrence of his injury. “Osimhen has only recently recovered from injury, so we needed to manage his workload carefully. We also had to consider the welfare of players returning from international commitments,” he added. Osimhen will be pleased with his comeback from injury and will aim to maintain his impressive form throughout the 2026/2027 season. Before his injury, the Nigerian forward had scored six goals and provided two assists in four matches against Corum FK, Erzurumspor FK, Göztepe and Istanbul Başakşehir.
Turkey: What Galatasaray coach said as Osimhen returns with assist in 3-1 win over Kasimpasa
target=_blank>Eyes on FIFA, NFF over fresh controversy on Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup failure
This week, reports claimed that FIFA had found Congo DR goalkeeper, Lionel Mpasi ineligible three months before the 2026 World Cup. It was discovered that Mpasi had not completed the process of switching his international allegiance from France where he had represented the youth teams. FIFA reportedly became aware of this in March but took no action against Congo DR. “‘Absurd’ is the first word that came to mind,” Ope Adebari, a sports analyst, reporter and producer with News Central, told DAILY POST. “Did FIFA really not sanction an ineligible player and his team despite the evidence staring them in the face? “It’s very difficult to process and come to terms with. Further clarity is needed regarding this debacle.” The Leopards went on to defeat Jamaica in the intercontinental play-off and featured in the World Cup, reaching the round of 32, where Mpasi played in their defeat to England. Nigeria had missed out on the intercontinental play-off after losing to Congo DR in the African play-off final in November. Afterwards, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) lodged a complaint with the world football governing body, alleging that Congo DR had fielded between six and nine ineligible players. The petition was dismissed on a technicality. “Certain reports say Nigeria sent the appeal to the wrong email, while verified sources confirm that FIFA failed to sanction DR Congo despite the evidence it had. “I think both parties can be blamed,” Adebari said. However, even with this fresh twist to the saga, did the Super Eagles truly deserve to be at the World Cup? “With all due respect to Nigeria, given the inconsistent performances under Eric Chelle, there’s no guarantee that the Super Eagles would have secured qualification for the World Cup. “Simply put, no. I don’t think Nigeria deserved to be at the 2026 World Cup,” Adebari said. FIFA has already said it “strongly rejects these unfounded allegations” concerning Mpasi’s eligibility, adding that its president, Gianni Infantino, had no role in any decisions. It has also denied that the matter had anything to do with supporting Veron Mosengo-Omba, the former FIFA secretary general who is now president of the Congolese federation. There have been whispers that the NFF is exploring legal options and may seek compensation. However, Adebari does not expect much to come of the matter. He said: “I sincerely believe we will get back to business as usual, and nothing will happen.”
Eyes on FIFA, NFF over fresh controversy on Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup failure
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