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target=_blank>Burnley boss Parker leaves club after relegation
Scott Parker has left his position as head coach of Burnley by mutual consent following the club’s relegation from the Premier League, it was announced on Thursday.
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target=_blank>Iran, World Cup loom over FIFA Congress
Football’s power brokers meet in Vancouver on Thursday as FIFA convenes its 76th Congress, a high‑stakes gathering less than two months before the biggest World Cup ever opens across Canada, Mexico and the United States.
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target=_blank>Arsenal, Atletico Madrid play out 1-1 draw in UCL semi-final first leg
Julian Alvarez’s penalty secured Atletico Madrid a 1-1 draw against Arsenal in a nervy Champions League semi-final first leg clash on Wednesday.
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target=_blank>PSG blow as Hakimi ruled out of UCL semi-final return
Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will miss the Champions League semi-final second leg at Bayern Munich next week due to a thigh injury, the European champions said on Wednesday.
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target=_blank>Iran FA pulls out of FIFA congress in Canada over airport ‘insult’
Top Iranian football officials have left Canada before the start of the FIFA Congress because of the behaviour of officials during immigration checks at Toronto’s international airport, Iranian media reported Wednesday.
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target=_blank>Champions League: Arteta charges players to ‘make a statement’
Mikel Arteta has called on his Arsenal players to grasp the opportunity and make history as the club returns to the Champions League semi-finals for the second consecutive season.
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target=_blank>Top countries yet to play in the FIFA World Cup
While the FIFA World Cup has featured many nations since its inception in 1930, several countries are still waiting to make their debut on football’s biggest stage, despite showing promise in regional competitions.
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target=_blank>Chelsea winger Mudryk to appeal against four-year doping ban
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after he was given a four-year ban by the Football Association for doping.
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target=_blank>Akil Howson to make history as first black FA Cup final official
Akil Howson will become the first black official to take part in an FA Cup final when Chelsea face Manchester City next month.
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target=_blank>My only target…- Mourinho speaks on Real Madird return
Benfica manager, Jose Mourinho has dismissed speculations linking him with a sensational return to Real Madrid.
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target=_blank>UCL: They will be punished – Steven Gerrard predicts Bayern Munich vs PSG second leg
Liverpool legend, Steven Gerrard, has predicted the Champions League semi-final second leg tie between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich. Recall that PSG defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in the Champions League semi-final first leg encounter on Tuesday. Both teams will clash next week in the return leg, and Gerrard believes PSG will punish Bayern at the
UCL: They will be punished – Steven Gerrard predicts Bayern Munich vs PSG second leg
target=_blank>LaLiga: Toni Kroos set for Real Madrid return
Former Germany midfielder, Toni Kroos, could be set for an emotional return to Real Madrid. According to The Athletic, Kroos is in discussions with the LaLiga giants over a new role with key responsibilities. The 36-year-old played for Madrid before he retired at the end of the 2024 European Championship. Since stepping away from the
LaLiga: Toni Kroos set for Real Madrid return
target=_blank>Transfer: Fulham stall on transfer fee for Chukwueze
Fulham are stalling on the permanent transfer fee for Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze, DAILY POST reports. The tricky winger arrived the Craven Cottage on a season-long loan from Serie A giants, AC Milan last summer. A purchase clause of €24m was inserted into the contract. Fulham are now seeking to reduce the fee, according to
Transfer: Fulham stall on transfer fee for Chukwueze
target=_blank>UCL: Different class, superb – Ex-Arsenal midfielder Parlour hails two players after PSG, Bayern game
Former Arsenal midfielder, Ray Parlour, has hailed two players after Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in the Champions League semi-final first leg tie on Tuesday. Speaking to talkSPORT on Wednesday, Parlour singled out Michael Olise and Luis Diaz for special praise due to their performances. He insisted that Olise was a different class against
UCL: Different class, superb – Ex-Arsenal midfielder Parlour hails two players after PSG, Bayern game
target=_blank>UCL: UEFA releases statement on Arsenal’s Eze cancelled penalty against Atletico
UEFA has explained why Arsenal was denied a late penalty in their Champions League semi-final first leg at Atletico Madrid. Eberechi Eze, who had come on as a substitute in the second half, fell over inside the box in the 78th minute. Referee Danny Makkelie initially awarded against Atletico defender David Hancko. But despite Hancko
UCL: UEFA releases statement on Arsenal’s Eze cancelled penalty against Atletico
target=_blank>Super Eagles: Oliseh names Nigeria’s first real superstar
Former Super Eagles midfielder, Sunday Oliseh has praised the late Nigerian football legend, Stephen Keshi as the nation’s first genuine superstar. Oliseh also commended Keshi’s leadership, professionalism and significant impact both on and off the field. The late former coach, Keshi, enjoyed a remarkable playing career, which included time in Nigeria with ACB and New
Super Eagles: Oliseh names Nigeria’s first real superstar
target=_blank>Super Eagles vs Three Lions: Ola Aina opens up on dumping England for Nigeria
Nottingham Forest defender, Ola Aina has disclosed the reasons behind his decision to change his international allegiance from England to Nigeria. Having been born in the London Borough of Southwark 29 years ago to Nigerian parents, Aina seemed destined to represent England’s senior team, the Three Lions. He played for the Young Lions at U16,
Super Eagles vs Three Lions: Ola Aina opens up on dumping England for Nigeria
target=_blank>UCL: They’re difficult to beat – Steven Gerrard predicts title winners
Liverpool legend, Steven Gerrard, has named Paris Saint-Germain as the team to win the Champions League this season. Speaking on TNT Sports, Gerrard said that the French Ligue 1 champions are difficult to beat. This comes after PSG defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in the Champions League semi-final first leg encounter on Tuesday. When asked which
UCL: They’re difficult to beat – Steven Gerrard predicts title winners
target=_blank>UCL: Arsenal make history after 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid
Arsenal on Wednesday made history after playing a 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final first leg tie. The encounter was played at the Metropolitano in Madrid, Spain, as Viktor Gyokeres and Julian Alvarez scored the goals for their respective clubs. However, according to OptaJoe, Arsenal have now equalled their longest ever
UCL: Arsenal make history after 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid
target=_blank>UCL: He was dominant – Gerrard speaks on Declan Rice’s performance for Arsenal
Former England international, Steven Gerrard, has hailed Arsenal midfielder, Declan Rice for his display against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final first leg tie on Wednesday. The Liverpool legend said Rice was dominant during the encounter against the LaLiga giants in Spain. Two penalty goals from Viktor Gyokeres and Julian Alvarez ensured both teams
UCL: He was dominant – Gerrard speaks on Declan Rice’s performance for Arsenal
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