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target=_blank>Gordon: England must stop trying to copy Spain
England winger Anthony Gordon has urged the Three Lions to stop trying to replicate Spain’s possession-based style and instead play to their own strengths.
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target=_blank>To make money for ‘generations of my family’— Reijnders explains Saudi move
Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders has defended his decision to move to the Saudi Pro League, saying the financial terms of his Al Qadsiah contract will secure the future of generations of his family.
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target=_blank>AFCON qualifiers: Nigeria vs Madagascar – date, time, venue and where to watch
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign when they host Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday.
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target=_blank>Eriksen terminates Wolfsburg contract three months after collapse
The former Manchester United midfielder’s contract was due to run until June 2027.
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target=_blank>Why I didn’t retire after 2026 World Cup — Ronaldo
Ronaldo had confirmed during the summer that the 2026 World Cup would be his last, although his future with Portugal remained uncertain.
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target=_blank>England still carrying scar after World Cup heartbreak – Saka
England winger Bukayo Saka says the team are still carrying the “scar” of their heartbreaking World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina.
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target=_blank>‘I’m back, keep crying’ — Nwabali tells critics after return to squad
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has taunted his critics after returning to Nigeria’s squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
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target=_blank>10 highest goal scorers in history of AFCON qualifiers
With the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers set to begin, attention will turn to the players who have consistently delivered goals during the competition’s qualifying campaigns.
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target=_blank>PSG star Hakimi to stand trial for rape, court confirms
A French court on Wednesday upheld a decision to send Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco footballer Achraf Hakimi to trial on a rape charge, a judicial source told AFP.
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target=_blank>Murray, Nadal set for first meeting in 10 years
Former world No. 1 Andy Murray is set to face Rafael Nadal for the first time in 10 years when the tennis legends meet at the Rafa Nadal Academy Slam in Mallorca on October 3.
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target=_blank>NPFL: Dogo laments Tornadoes’ wastefulness in Warri Wolves draw
Niger Tornadoes technical adviser, Kabiru Dogo, has expressed frustration over his team’s wastefulness following their stalemate against Warri Wolves. The Ikon Allah Boys missed several scoring chances in the clash. Dogo said the technical crew will work to improve the team’s scoring ability after managing just one goal in their last three games. “We scored
NPFL: Dogo laments Tornadoes’ wastefulness in Warri Wolves draw
target=_blank>2026 Ballon d’Or: Dembele names two players who should share award
Paris Saint-Germain winger, Ousmane Dembele, has joked that he would love to share the Ballon d’Or with his team mate, Kvicha Kvaratskhelia. In an interview with BBC Sport, Dembele hailed Kvaratskhelia as a “dazzling and incredible” player who has proven himself. The two PSG forwards have been included in the 30-man nominees’ shortlist for the
2026 Ballon d’Or: Dembele names two players who should share award
target=_blank>Ballon d’Or 2026: He’s different, special – Xavi picks winner
Netherlands head coach, Xavi Hernandez, has picked Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Speaking ahead of his managerial debut against Germany in the Nations League clash on Thursday, Xavi insisted that Yamal is different and special. According to him, it would be a good year for the Spain international to win the Ballon
Ballon d’Or 2026: He’s different, special – Xavi picks winner
target=_blank>AFCON 2027Q: Onyeka sets winning target for Super Eagles
Frank Onyeka has said the Super Eagles must strive to win every game in the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports. Éric Chelle’s side will begin their quest for a place at the AFCON 2027 finals with a home fixture against the Barea of Madagascar on Friday. The Group L encounter
AFCON 2027Q: Onyeka sets winning target for Super Eagles
target=_blank>LaLiga: Rodri reveals conversation with Mourinho before he snubbed Real Madrid
Barcelona midfielder, Rodri, has confirmed he spoke at length with Real Madrid manager, José Mourinho, before he decided to join their LaLiga rivals. In an interview with COPE, Rodri revealed that Mourinho was very keen on adding him to his Madrid squad. Mourinho also shared his football idea with the Spain midfielder and the tactical
LaLiga: Rodri reveals conversation with Mourinho before he snubbed Real Madrid
target=_blank>Euromatch NPFL: Mohammed blames slow start for Katsina United’s loss to Shooting Stars
Katsina United technical adviser, Azeez Audu Mohammed claimed that his side’s slow start contributed to their defeat against Shooting Stars, DAILY POST reports. The Chanji Boys fell 2-0 to Shooting Stars in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 5 encounter at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, on Wednesday. The hosts started the game
Euromatch NPFL: Mohammed blames slow start for Katsina United’s loss to Shooting Stars
target=_blank>Super Eagles: Fernandez names three Nigerian role models
Rangers defender, Emmanuel Fernandez has named his three Nigerian football role models. According to Fernandez, former Super Eagles captains Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha, Joseph Yobo, and William Troost-Ekong are his three role models. The 25-year-old was speaking ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. Speaking to Football Fans Tribe about
Super Eagles: Fernandez names three Nigerian role models
target=_blank>AFCON 2027Q: Ilenikhena ready to make Super Eagles debut against Madagascar
George Ilenikhena is excited about the opportunity to be part of the Super Eagles and is looking forward to making his maiden appearance for the three-time African champions. Ilenikhena received his first invitation from head coach Éric Chelle for Nigeria’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. The Al-Ittihad striker stated
AFCON 2027Q: Ilenikhena ready to make Super Eagles debut against Madagascar
target=_blank>NPFL: Yusuf thumbs up Shooting Stars’ win over Katsina United
Shooting Stars technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf has expressed satisfaction with his team’s comfortable 2-0 home win over Katsina United. Olanrewaju Ridwan gave the Oluyole Warriors the lead in the 20th minute, while Qamar Adegoke doubled the advantage 18 minutes from time. Yusuf declared that the win would boost his team’s confidence going into their upcoming
NPFL: Yusuf thumbs up Shooting Stars’ win over Katsina United
target=_blank>Ballon d’Or 2026: Rwanda forward Joy-Lance Mickels names player who deserves to win award
Rwanda forward, Joy-Lance Mickels has named Real Madrid striker, Kylian Mbappe as the player who deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Speaking ahead of Rwanda’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier against Liberia on Friday, Mickels insisted that the France captain has been exceptional. The Sabah star said, via New Times: “For me,
Ballon d’Or 2026: Rwanda forward Joy-Lance Mickels names player who deserves to win award
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