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target=_blank>‘Goals aren’t easy to score’ – Onuachu reflects after smashing 14-year Trabzonspor record
The two goals gave Onuachu the distinction of scoring in seven consecutive league matches, a feat last achieved by Burak Yılmaz in the 2011/12 season.
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target=_blank>Five Iran women footballers granted asylum in Australia after anthem protest
US President Donald Trump was among those urging Australia to offer the players asylum, citing grave fears for their safety if they were forced to board a plane home.
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target=_blank>5 challenges fans are worried about 2026 FIFA World Cup
While excitement builds for the expanded format, fans and analysts have raised serious concerns about several potential challenges that could impact the tournament’s success.
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target=_blank>Arsenal favourites against Leverkusen in Champions League last 16
Wednesday’s Champions League action sees Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea meet for the first time since last year’s Club World Cup final, while Real Madrid host Manchester City in the first leg of their last-16 tie as the sides clash in a knockout tie for the fifth season running:
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target=_blank>Former Super Eagles coach, Onigbinde dies at 88
Former Super Eagles coach and a revered Modakeke high chief, High Chief Festus Adegboye Onigbinde has passed away at the age of 88.
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target=_blank>Lobi Stars coach credits tactical discipline for 2-0 triumph over ABS
Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi returned to winning ways on Match Day 11 of the 2025/26 Nigeria National League (NNL), defeating ABS Ilorin 2-0 at the McCarthy Stadium.
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target=_blank>West Ham reach FA Cup quarters after Ouattara’s penalty howler
West Ham moved into the FA Cup quarter-finals with a 5-3 penalty shoot-out against Brentford, who paid the price for Dango Ouattara’s spot-kick blunder on Monday.
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target=_blank>Scholes reconciles with Carrick after jibe at former team-mate
Paul Scholes claims he did not mean to offend former Manchester United team-mate Michael Carrick after taking a swipe at the Old Trafford interim boss on social media.
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target=_blank>Europe can help Spurs improve, but Premier League priority – Tudor
The Croatian has overseen three defeats in his three league matches at the helm, with Spurs embroiled in a relegation battle, sitting 16th, just one point above the drop zone.
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target=_blank>MLS bans two players for life for betting on league games
Major League Soccer issued lifetime bans to players Derrick Jones and Yaw Yeboah for “extensive gambling on soccer, including on their own teams,” the league said Monday.
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target=_blank>NNL: NFF suspends referee over unprofessional conduct
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, disciplinary committee has suspended a referee, Terwase Chia, for the rest of the 2025-26 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. Chia was accused of exhibiting unprofessional conduct in the clash involving Gombe United and Jigawa Golden Stars. Meanwhile, Gombe United was also found guilty of fans encroachment and received a fine
NNL: NFF suspends referee over unprofessional conduct
target=_blank>Marcelo names most talented, ambitious, passionate players in Real Madrid
Former Real Madrid captain, Marcelo, has shared his thoughts on the standout players in the current squad, identifying those he believes embody talent, ambition, and passion. In a rapid-fire interview with Spanish newspaper AS, Marcelo was asked to name vital attributes among Real Madrid players. “Rodrygo is the most talented player in the Real Madrid’s
Marcelo names most talented, ambitious, passionate players in Real Madrid
target=_blank>NPFL: Ogunbote commends teamwork in Plateau United’s win against Tornadoes
Plateau United technical adviser, Gbenga Ogunbote, has commended his players for their teamwork in the 3-0 win against Niger Tornadoes. Vincent Temitope, Isaiah Sunday and Nenrot Silas scored for Plateau United in the matchday 29 encounter. Ogunbote admitted that his players have improved on their marksmanship. Plateau United have netted eight goals in their last
NPFL: Ogunbote commends teamwork in Plateau United’s win against Tornadoes
target=_blank>Chukwuemeka commits international future to Austria
Former Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka has committed his international future to Austria. Chukwuemeka was born in Vienna, Austria, to Nigerian parents. The Borussia Dortmund star was however raised in England. The 22-year-old represented England from U-17 to U-20 level. The Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, has officially ratified his Austria switch, and he could
Chukwuemeka commits international future to Austria
target=_blank>NPFL: NFF slashes Kwara United’s fine, upholds three-month deduction
The Nigeria Football Federation, Disciplinary Committee has fined Kwara United N5 million for the crowd troubles that marred their home clash with Rivers United in Ilorin, DAILY POST reports. The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, had earlier fined them N9m for the same offence. Kwara United were made to forfeit three points, and three goals
NPFL: NFF slashes Kwara United’s fine, upholds three-month deduction
target=_blank>UCL: ‘He can score in different ways’ – Arne Slot speaks on Osimhen ahead knockout clash
Liverpool manager, Arne Slot, has said that Nigerian star player, Victor Osimhen, will be a tough opponent for them in their upcoming UEFA Champions League game against Galatasaray on Tuesday. Before the game, Slot talked about how the Nigerian player can make a difference in many ways and is very flexible in how he plays.
UCL: ‘He can score in different ways’ – Arne Slot speaks on Osimhen ahead knockout clash
target=_blank>UCL: Osimhen targets new record as Galatasaray host Liverpool
Victor Osimhen will be aiming to equal the record for the most Champions League goals scored in a single season by a player representing a Turkish club when Galatasaray take on Liverpool on Tuesday night (today). The Round of 16 first leg encounter will hold at the RAMs Park. Burak Yilmaz currently holds the record
UCL: Osimhen targets new record as Galatasaray host Liverpool
target=_blank>UCL: Six EPL teams could qualify for quarter-finals
There are six Premier League teams left in the Champions League Round of 16. And they could all qualify for the quarter-finals, as they have been kept apart so far. Manchester City have been drawn against Real Madrid, Arsenal face Bayer Leverkusen and Newcastle play Barcelona. Tottenham Hotspur take on Atletico Madrid, while Chelsea will
UCL: Six EPL teams could qualify for quarter-finals
target=_blank>UCL: They’ve plenty money – Barcelona manager Flick names best league in the world
Barcelona manager, Hansi Flick has named the English Premier League, EPL, as the best football league in the world. Flick spoke during his pre-match press conference ahead of Barcelona’s UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash against Newcastle United on Tuesday night. He also emphasized the EPL’s financial power, suggesting it greatly influences the sport.
UCL: They’ve plenty money – Barcelona manager Flick names best league in the world
target=_blank>Ballon d’Or 2026: Top five favourites to win award ranked
The top five favourites to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or so far have been ranked. Recall that Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele won the Golden Ball in 2025. However, as reported by Sportskeeda, Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, who narrowly missed out on securing the Ballon d’Or in 2023 after finishing second to Lionel Messi,
Ballon d’Or 2026: Top five favourites to win award ranked
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