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target=_blank>FIFA World Cup play-off: Congo DR names squad amid NFF’s appeal
Head coach Sébastien Desabre confirmed the squad list on Wednesday as the Leopards begin their final build-up for the decisive match scheduled to take place in Mexico. The fixture represents a crucial opportunity for the Central African side to secure a ticket to the global tournament.
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target=_blank>Rosenior defends goalkeeper after gaffe costs Chelsea against PSG
“It is a very disappointing result on an evening where for much of the game I was really happy with the performance,” Rosenior added.
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target=_blank>Late Havertz penalty snatches Arsenal draw at Leverkusen
Kai Havertz scored a late penalty to snatch Arsenal a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at Bayer Leverkusen on Wednesday.
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target=_blank>Barca blunder: Fan ends up at wrong St James Park
A red-faced Barcelona fan was treated to a surprise evening of third-tier English football after mixing up Exeter’s St James Park with the famous home of Newcastle.
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target=_blank>Crowd misconduct: NFF upholds N4m fine against Wikki tourists
NAN this followed a protest concerning their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match against Katsina United FC played on Feb. 8, 2026, at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium (ATBS), Bauchi.
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target=_blank>Trump said Iran ‘welcome to compete’ in World Cup – Infantino
US President Donald Trump has said that Iran is “welcome” to play at the upcoming World Cup in North America, despite the ongoing war in the Middle East, FIFA chief Gianni Infantino said Wednesday.
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target=_blank>Iran women footballers evacuate from safe house in Australia
Seven members of Iran’s visiting women’s football delegation had sought sanctuary in Australia after they were branded “traitors” at home for refusing to sing the national anthem.
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target=_blank>Yamal penalty rescues Barca from defeat at Newcastle
Lamine Yamal’s penalty with the last kick of the game rescued Barcelona from defeat at Newcastle in a 1-1 Champions League last 16, first leg draw on Tuesday.
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target=_blank>Alvarez bags brace as Atletico thrash Tottenham 5-2
Atletico Madrid took advantage of error-strewn Tottenham in the Champions League to rack up a 5-2 last 16 first leg victory on Tuesday. The Premier League side fell 4-0 down inside 22 minutes with three glaring mistakes, including two by goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky, leading to the hosts’ first three goals at the Metropolitano stadium. Julian
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target=_blank>Onigbinde’s death, painful loss to Yoruba race, Nigerian sporting community – Ooni
“Onigbinde’s coaching career spanned several decades, during which he distinguished himself as one of the most influential football minds in the country.
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target=_blank>UCL: Thierry Henry speaks on Arsenal being ‘boring’ to watch under Arteta
Arsenal legend, Thierry Henry, has shared his opinions on criticism of the team’s style of play under current manager, Mikel Arteta. The Gunners have been called ‘boring’ for how they grind out results, despite sitting seven points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League. But Henry, speaking on CBS Sports, argued that Arsenal are
UCL: Thierry Henry speaks on Arsenal being ‘boring’ to watch under Arteta
target=_blank>UCL: I refused Vinicius’ request to take penalty against Man City – Valverde
Real Madrid midfielder, Federico Valverde, has revealed that he rejected Vinicius Jr’s request to take the second-half penalty against Manchester City. Valverde had already scored a hat-trick in the first half, as Madrid took control of the Champions League Round of 16 first leg. But in the second half, Los Blancos had the chance to
UCL: I refused Vinicius’ request to take penalty against Man City – Valverde
target=_blank>UCL: Why I substituted Saka vs Leverkusen – Arteta
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has explained why he took off Bukayo Saka in the second half against Bayer Leverkusen in Wednesday’s Champions League last-16 first leg. Saka made way for Noni Madueke around the hour mark at the Bay Arena. Madueke was eventually fouled for the penalty that Kai Havertz converted in the 89th minute
UCL: Why I substituted Saka vs Leverkusen – Arteta
target=_blank>NPFL: Abdallah commends Warri Wolves players for improved form
Warri Wolves technical adviser, Hassan Abdallah has commended his players for adapting to his philosophy and tactical approach. The newly appointed tactician has helped the Seasiders to ninth position on the league table with 39 points after their shaky start to the second stanza. Warri Wolves edged nine-time league champions Enyimba 2-1 in a matchday
NPFL: Abdallah commends Warri Wolves players for improved form
target=_blank>NPFL: Kwara United relocate to the Mobolaji Johnson Arena
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has approved the relocation of Kwara United to the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. The venue is the home ground of NPFL side Ikorodu City. DAILY POST reports that Kwara United are serving a stadium ban following the crowd troubles that marred their rescheduled matchday 23 fixture against Rivers
NPFL: Kwara United relocate to the Mobolaji Johnson Arena
target=_blank>EPL: Fulham will battle on until final day – Iwobi
Alex Iwobi says Fulham will strive to finish the season on a positive note despite their recent run of inconsistent results. Marco Silva’s side have lost four of their last six Premier League games. Fulham, who are seeking a place in Europe currently occupy 10th position on the table. The Cottagers were eliminated from the
EPL: Fulham will battle on until final day – Iwobi
target=_blank>UCL: Piers Morgan singles out two Chelsea players after 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen
British broadcaster, Piers Morgan has singled out two Arsenal players for praise following the Gunners’ Champions League 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen on Wednesday. Recall that a late goal from Kai Havertz ensured Mikel Arteta’s side drew with the Bundesliga side in Germany. In a tweet via his X account after the game, Morgan hailed
UCL: Piers Morgan singles out two Chelsea players after 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen
target=_blank>UCL: Guardiola sets record after Man City lost to Real Madrid
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola set an unwanted record on Wednesday after his side’s Champions League Round of 16 first leg defeat to Real Madrid. The Spaniard watched as Real Madrid thrashed the Cityzens 3-0 at the Santiago Bernabeu. Federico Valverde scored the three goals of the encounter in Spain to give the Spanish LaLiga
UCL: Guardiola sets record after Man City lost to Real Madrid
target=_blank>Champions League: Three goalkeepers with most assists in history
The three goalkeepers with the most assists in Champions League history have been revealed. According to OptaJose, the goalkeepers are Thibaut Courtois, José Francisco Molina and Oliver Kahn. Courtois is the goalkeeper with the highest assists in the Champions League after he provided an assist for Fede Valverde from his own area during Real Madrid’s
Champions League: Three goalkeepers with most assists in history
target=_blank>UCL: Chelsea manager, Rosenior speaks on Jorgensen’s mistake against PSG
Chelsea boss, Liam Rosenior has commented on goalkeeper, Filip Jorgensen’s mistake against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg tie on Wednesday. Jorgensen started in goal ahead of Robert Sanchez, but the 23-year-old was at fault for PSG’s third as his pass was intercepted before Vitinha produced an excellent lob to
UCL: Chelsea manager, Rosenior speaks on Jorgensen’s mistake against PSG
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