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target=_blank>Man City players face Christmas weigh-in as Guardiola issues ‘fatty’ warning
“The moment they arrive after three days I want to see how they come back. They can eat but I want to control them.”
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target=_blank>Liverpool fear Isak has broken leg – Reports
The Sweden forward was hurt in the act of scoring the opening goal in Saturday’s 2-1 victory in London after a sliding challenge from Spurs defender Micky van der Ven.
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target=_blank>Morocco down Comoros 2-0 in AFCON 2025 opener
Hosts Morocco got their Africa Cup of Nations bid off to a winning start by beating minnows Comoros 2-0 in the tournament’s opening game on Sunday.
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target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Morocco open campaign with 2-0 win over Comoros
Hosts Morocco got their Africa Cup of Nations bid off to a winning start by beating minnows Comoros 2-0 in the tournament’s opening game on Sunday.
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target=_blank>Aston Villa boost title push with 2-1 win against Man United
Aston Villa stepped up their unexpected Premier League title challenge as Morgan Rogers’ brilliant brace sealed a 2-1 win against Manchester United on Sunday.
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target=_blank>Video: Davido, French Montana perform at AFCON opening ceremony
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) got off to a spectacular start as Afrobeats superstar Davido and global rap sensation French Montana delivered a show-stopping performance at the tournament’s Opening Ceremony.
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target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Super Eagles’ opponent boycott training over unpaid allowances
Uganda Cranes players have boycotted a training session on Saturday over unpaid allowances, dealing a major blow to the team’s preparations ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
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target=_blank>Raphinha, Yamal strike as Barcelona secure 2-0 win at Villarreal
Barcelona wingers Raphinha and Lamine Yamal guided the Catalan giants four points clear at the top of La Liga with a 2-0 win at 10-man Villarreal on Sunday.
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target=_blank>Barca’s Christensen sidelined for months with knee injury
Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen is set to miss several months after being diagnosed with a knee ligament injury on Sunday.
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target=_blank>AFCON 2025 opener: Morocco vs Comoros – preview, time and how to watch
Host nation Morocco will get the 2025 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) underway on Sunday, 21 December, when they face Comoros in the tournament’s opening match in Rabat.
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target=_blank>EPL: They’re in good position – Gary Neville names team to win title
Former Manchester United captain, Gary Neville, has is sticking with his prediction that Arsenal will win the Premier League. Neville, speaking on Sky Sports, was adamant that the Gunners will not bottle it this time around. He predicted that Mikel Arteta’s men will extend their lead at the top in February and March. Mikel Arteta’s
EPL: They’re in good position – Gary Neville names team to win title
target=_blank>EPL: Rooney picks team to challenge Arsenal, Man City for title
Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney, has said Liverpool cannot be ruled out from the Premier League. Rooney, speaking on his BBC podcast, however admitted Arsenal and Manchester City could break away from the chasing pack. Liverpool are the current champions, having won the title in Arne Slot’s first season by 10 points. Despite a
EPL: Rooney picks team to challenge Arsenal, Man City for title
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Awaziem ready to play any position for Super Eagles
Nantes defender Chidozie Awaziem has expressed his willingness to play in any position for the Super Eagles, DAILY POST reports. Awaziem is one of the most experienced defenders in the Super Eagles following the retirement of former captain William Troost-Ekong. The 28-year-old will be playing in his fourth AFCON finals, having been part of the
AFCON 2025: Awaziem ready to play any position for Super Eagles
target=_blank>NPFL: Remo Stars unlucky in defeat to Bendel Insurance – Folarin
Remo Stars head coach, Sulaiman Folarin, has admitted that his team was unlucky in the defeat to Bendel Insurance. The Sky Blue Stars 3-2 at home to Insurance on Sunday. Henry Onyia, Wisdom Udom were on target for Bendel Insurance while Adeleke Olamilekan and Victor Mbaoma netted for Remo Stars. The defeat was their second
NPFL: Remo Stars unlucky in defeat to Bendel Insurance – Folarin
target=_blank>NNL: Akwa United ready for battle against First Bank
Akwa United head coach, Paul Offor, has urged his players to be battle ready for the clash against First Bank. The Promise Keepers will be up against First Bank FC in a matchday seven fixture at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan on Monday (today). Offor pointed that commitment and efficiency in front of goal
NNL: Akwa United ready for battle against First Bank
target=_blank>AFCON: Fight for every ball – Osimhen sends message to Super Eagles teammates
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has urged his teammates to fight for every ball ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, opener against Tanzania on Tuesday. Osimhen also encouraged Eric Chelle’s squad to strive for victory in each match as they aim to reach the 2025 AFCON final in Morocco. “This AFCON is
AFCON: Fight for every ball – Osimhen sends message to Super Eagles teammates
target=_blank>EPL: ‘They keep passing their test’ – Sutton, Smith name surprise team to win title
Former Chelsea striker, Chris Sutton and ex-England forward, Sue Smith, have warned against ruling Aston Villa out of the title race. The former England internationals believe that Unai Emery’s side have kept surprising their doubters with 10th straight wins now. Villa beat Manchester United 2-1 on Sunday to keep their third place in the Premier
EPL: ‘They keep passing their test’ – Sutton, Smith name surprise team to win title
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: ‘We’re sorry for not qualifying’ – Osimhen apologizes to Nigerians
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has apologized to Nigerians over the team’s failure to get a 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket. Osimhen said the Super Eagles were sorry for not qualifying for the world’s biggest tournament. The Galatasaray star spoke ahead of Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, clash against Tanzania in Fès on
2026 World Cup: ‘We’re sorry for not qualifying’ – Osimhen apologizes to Nigerians
target=_blank>EPL: ‘A lot would have to go wrong’ – Neville names club that’ll not win title
Former Manchester United defender, Gary Neville, does not expect Aston Villa to win the Premier League this season despite their current form. Arsenal returned to a two-point lead in the Premier League on Sunday after a narrow 1-0 win against Everton. The former England defender expects Mikel Arteta’s side to ‘extend their lead’ in the
EPL: ‘A lot would have to go wrong’ – Neville names club that’ll not win title
target=_blank>AFCON: Hugo Broos snubs South Africa, Nigeria, picks favourites to win trophy
Hugo Broos, head coach of South Africa, has snubbed the Bafana Bafana and teams such as Nigeria and defending champions Ivory Coast while selecting Morocco as the number favourite to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Broos insisted that the Atlas Lions have a strong squad that could secure the title in January, 2026.
AFCON: Hugo Broos snubs South Africa, Nigeria, picks favourites to win trophy
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