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target=_blank>Injured Mbappe faces backlash over Sardinia trip before Clasico
An online petition has also been circulating on social networks, urging Madrid fans to “make their voices heard”. “If you believe change is necessary, do not remain silent: sign this petition and defend what you believe is best for the future of the club,” it reads.
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target=_blank>Ballon d’Or 2026: 5 players emerged as new favourites
The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or is beginning to take shape, with familiar superstars dominating early conversations.
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target=_blank>FIFA invites Iran to headquarters for World Cup talks
The Iranians open their World Cup campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15.
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target=_blank>Foden agrees new long-term Man City deal despite dip in form
The proposed deal is expected to keep the England international at the Etihad Stadium until 2030, with an option for an additional year. Foden’s current contract was due to expire next summer.
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target=_blank>Man City held 3-3 by Everton to hand Arsenal Premier League title advantage
The Gunners now just need to win their final three games to end a 22-year wait to become the champions of England.
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target=_blank>Arteta warns Atletico will face Arsenal ‘beasts’ in Champions League
Arteta’s side earned a 1-1 draw in the semi-final first leg in Madrid last week, putting them in position to finish the job at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.
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target=_blank>Simeone laughs off ‘cheaper’ Atletico hotel switch before Arsenal clash
The Spanish club stayed in the Marriott Hotel near London’s Regents Park before a 4-0 defeat at Arsenal in the group stage in October.
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target=_blank>At 86, Westerhof wishes to be 100
Former manager of the national team Clemens Westerhof clocked 86 yesterday, and to mark the milestone, the ‘DutchNigerian’ was surrounded by his wife Lilian, two daughters and his long time friend Fofana at his country home in Holland.
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target=_blank>Awoniyi scores brace as Nottingham Forest defeat Chelsea 3-1
Chelsea FC’s struggles in the Premier League continued on Sunday as they slumped to a 3-1 home defeat against Nottingham Forest, extending their losing streak to six matches.
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target=_blank>Liverpool’s troubled season ‘unacceptable’ – Van Dijk
Virgil van Dijk admitted Liverpool’s troubled season has been “unacceptable” after a 3-2 defeat at Manchester United dented their push to qualify for the Champions League.
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target=_blank>EPL: ‘The league is won’ – Carragher names only team that could stop Arsenal
Jamie Carragher has predicted that Arsenal could effectively secure the Premier League title this weekend following Manchester City’s unexpected draw against Everton. The Cityzens ended the match at Hill Dickinson Stadium with a 3-3 draw, leaving them five points behind their competitors, although they have a game in hand. During a discussion on the Sky
EPL: ‘The league is won’ – Carragher names only team that could stop Arsenal
target=_blank>UCL: Lookman hungry to end goal drought against Arsenal
Ademola Lookman will look to end his goal drought against Arsenal when Atlético Madrid do battle with the Gunners on Tuesday night, DAILY POST reports. The UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg fixture will hold at the Emirates Stadium. Both teams battled to a 1-1 draw in the first leg last week. Lookman failed to
UCL: Lookman hungry to end goal drought against Arsenal
target=_blank>NPFL: Kun Khalifat hail youngsters Emmanuel, Mmesoma for positive impact
Kun Khalifat FC has credited youngsters Ajibola Emmanuel and Nnorom Mmesoma for their roles in the club’s push to avoid relegation from the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. Mmesoma scored in Kun Khalifat’s 2-1 win over Kano Pillars on Sunday at Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri. The Owerri-based club said the pair are driving their survival
NPFL: Kun Khalifat hail youngsters Emmanuel, Mmesoma for positive impact
target=_blank>UCL: Lauren predicts Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid semi-final second leg
Former Cameroon defender, Lauren, has tipped Arsenal to beat Atletico Madrid in their Champions League semi-final second leg and qualify for the final. The tie is finely balanced after the 1-1 draw in the first leg. If the Gunners are able to eliminate the LaLiga side, they will be playing in only their second final
UCL: Lauren predicts Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid semi-final second leg
target=_blank>EPL: They’re efficient and professional – Rooney names team to win title
Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney, has said Arsenal will go on to win the Premier League title, after Manchester City dropped points against Everton. City were held to a 3-3 draw at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday night. The result means Pep Guardiola’s men are now five points behind Arsenal, but they have
EPL: They’re efficient and professional – Rooney names team to win title
target=_blank>NLO: Ahudiyanem FC players, officials suspended for misconduct
The Nigeria Nationwide League One, NLO, has imposed indefinite suspensions on officials and players of Ahudiyanem FC for misconduct in the clash against Right 2 Win. Ahudiyanem’s trio, Anayo Chukwujekwu, Christopher Onu, and Emmanuel Ibeh, alongside the team manager and head coach, were accused of bringing the game into disrepute. The culprits have been barred
NLO: Ahudiyanem FC players, officials suspended for misconduct
target=_blank>Onyedika misses out on Ebony Boot award in Belgium
Nigeria midfielder, Raphael Onyedika has been beaten to the Ebony Boot award in Belgium, DAILY POST reports. The award is for the best African player of the season in the Belgian Pro League. Genk and Morocco defender Zakaria El Ouahdi went home with the individual accolade. El Ouahdi’s former teammate, Tolu Arokodare won the award
Onyedika misses out on Ebony Boot award in Belgium
target=_blank>EPL: Forest boss hails ‘danger player’ Awoniyi after win over Chelsea
Nottingham Forest head coach, Vitor Pereira has lauded Taiwo Awoniyi after the striker’s impressive performance against Chelsea. Awoniyi was the hero as the Tricky Trees stunned Chelsea 3-1 in their Premier League clash at the Stamford Bridge on Monday afternoon. The 28-year-old, who was making his 100th appearance for Forest, scored twice in the game.
EPL: Forest boss hails ‘danger player’ Awoniyi after win over Chelsea
target=_blank>EPL: SuperComputer makes fresh prediction on title winners after Man City, Everton draw
The Opta SuperComputer has said Arsenal now have a 86.53% chance of winning the Premier League title this season. This follows Manchester City’s dramatic 3-3 draw with Everton on Monday. Pep Guardiola’s men were only able to snatch a point at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, thanks to Jeremy Doku’s late effort. The result means they
EPL: SuperComputer makes fresh prediction on title winners after Man City, Everton draw
target=_blank>EPL: I feel sorry for Chelsea fans – Pedro
Chelsea forward, Joao Pedro, has said that he felt sorry for the club’s fans following the Blues’ Premier League defeat to Nottingham Forest on Monday. Pedro was on the scoresheet as Nottingham Forest defeated Chelsea 3-1 at Stamford Bridge. A brace from Taiwo Awoniyi and a goal from Igor Jesus gave the visitors the victory
EPL: I feel sorry for Chelsea fans – Pedro
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