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target=_blank>Everton’s US owners mull sale of club two years after takeover
“When TFG became custodians of Everton, the club faced significant financial uncertainty and challenges both on and off the pitch,” Everton’s statement said.
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target=_blank>Mourinho lashes out at ‘ridiculous’ criticism of Mbappe
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho slammed criticism of star striker Kylian Mbappe, on Friday labelling the attacks as “ridiculous”.
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target=_blank>‘I completely trust the club,’ says Man City boss Maresca
The Italian said at his first press conference since the announcement last week: “I completely trust the club”.
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target=_blank>EPL: Man City face Anfield cauldron after guilty Premier League verdicts
Manchester City are set for a hostile reception at Liverpool on Sunday in their first outing since being found guilty of over 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules.
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target=_blank>Bordeaux confirmed in sixth tier of French football
Bordeaux were sanctioned for failing to provide the roughly 10 million euros ($11.6 million) needed for the 2025-2026 financial year as well as 2026-2027 and meet debt payments.
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target=_blank>Haaland wants Man City fans to ‘stay positive and stick together’ after guilty verdict
Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has urged the club’s fans to remain positive and “stick together” after the Premier League champions were found guilty of all charges relating to serious financial breaches.
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target=_blank>Why I keep studying despite my football career – Taiwo Awoniyi
Nigeria and Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi has revealed that a promise he made to his father is the reason he has continued studying throughout his football career.
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target=_blank>Ceferin reverses decision, seeks fourth term as UEFA president
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has reversed his previous decision not to seek re-election and will stand for a fourth term as head of European football’s governing body.
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target=_blank>Xhaka fined £136,000, handed two-year suspended sentence over fake Covid certificate
Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka has been fined 150,000 Swiss francs (£136,000) and handed a two-year suspended sentence over his purchase of a fraudulent Covid-19 vaccination certificate in 2022.
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target=_blank>Senegal, Morocco to know AFCON verdict within days — CAS
By Adegboyega Adeleye Senegal and Morocco have been told to expect a decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on their controversial Africa Cup of Nations title dispute within days. According to ESPN, CAS Director General Matthieu Reeb said the three-member panel hearing Senegal’s appeal aims to issue its decision “a few days
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target=_blank>EPL: Hurzeler calls for patience as Azeez waits for Brighton debut
Brighton & Hove Albion head coach, Fabian Hurzeler, has said Femi Azeez is not ready to make his competitive debut for the club. The Nigeria international linked up with the Seagulls on transfer deadline day from Sky Bet Championship outfit Millwall. Azeez’s debut for Brighton has been delayed by the injury he picked up on the
EPL: Hurzeler calls for patience as Azeez waits for Brighton debut
target=_blank>Super Eagles: Blackburn Rovers striker chooses Nigeria over England
Blackburn Rovers forward, Dapo Afolayan, has disclosed that playing for Nigeria remains one of his foremost aspirations, acknowledging that he came close to receiving a call-up to the Super Eagles previously. Afolayan demonstrated exceptional form before the September/October international break, making four goals contributions in his final two Championship appearances. His outstanding performances have attracted
Super Eagles: Blackburn Rovers striker chooses Nigeria over England
target=_blank>NLO announces fresh date for new season
The Nationwide League One, NLO, has announced a one-week adjustment to the commencement date of the 2026 Cup competition, DAILY POST reports. The tournament, initially scheduled to commence on Saturday, October 10, will now kick off on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The NLO secretariat said the adjustment became necessary to allow additional logistical preparations, ongoing
NLO announces fresh date for new season
target=_blank>NPFL: Deutsch warns Enyimba must remain humble despite unbeaten run
Enyimba technical adviser, Emmanuel Deutsch, says his side will not get carried away ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday eight clash with Katsina United. The People’s Elephant have recorded two wins and one draw from their last three league matches. Deutsch insisted that his team will not get carried away with the
NPFL: Deutsch warns Enyimba must remain humble despite unbeaten run
target=_blank>Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother breaks down in tears over Portugal walk-out
Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother, Dolores Aveiro has revealed that she broke down in tears after her son left the Portugal national team camp last week. Dolores has spoken for the first time about her “shock” over the incident. Ronaldo left camp after he was left on the bench for the entire 90 minutes of their 2-1
Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother breaks down in tears over Portugal walk-out
target=_blank>EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Liverpool vs Man City, Chelsea vs Bournemouth, other fixtures
Former Chelsea star, Chris Sutton has predicted the Premier League matchday six taking place this weekend. Arsenal will take on Leeds United in an early kick-off on Saturday afternoon at the Emirates Stadium. Chelsea will host Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, while Manchester United will clash with Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday evening. Liverpool will tackle Manchester
EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Liverpool vs Man City, Chelsea vs Bournemouth, other fixtures
target=_blank>EPL: Haaland breaks silence after Man City’s guilty verdict
Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland has become the first player from the club to comment publicly, after the verdict of an independent commission finding them guilty of all charges related to serious breaches of Premier League financial rules. City have already submitted an appeal, as they continue to maintain their innocence. They claim that the
EPL: Haaland breaks silence after Man City’s guilty verdict
target=_blank>Transfer: Ohale joins Italian club, Como on free transfer
Former Super Falcons defender, Osinachi Ohale has sealed a permanent transfer to Italian club, Como 1907. Ohale linked up with Como 1907 on a free transfer following her departure from Mexican club Pachuca. The experienced centre-back spent three years with Pachuca, scoring six goals in 81 league appearances. The 34-year-old is returning to Italy following
Transfer: Ohale joins Italian club, Como on free transfer
target=_blank>Transfer: Barcelona battle Arsenal, Chelsea for Italian-Nigerian midfielder Ejodamen
Barcelona have joined Arsenal and Chelsea in the hunt for Italian-Nigerian midfielder Justin Ehikioya Ejodamen. Ejodamen, who currently plays for Borussia Dortmund’s youth team, is eligible to play for Italy, Nigeria and Germany on the international level. He was born in Germany to Nigerian parents and represents Italy internationally at the youth level. His performances
Transfer: Barcelona battle Arsenal, Chelsea for Italian-Nigerian midfielder Ejodamen
target=_blank>Farewell game: ‘What Messi, Argentina did to us’ – Benin coach, Gernot Rohr laments
Benin head coach, Gernot Rohr has strongly condemned the attitude of Argentina and its players, including Lionel Messi, towards his team during the farewell match organised for the Argentine captain. Fans watched Messi end his international career in impressive fashion on Tuesday, as the 39-year-old scored one goal and provided two assists to help Argentina secure
Farewell game: ‘What Messi, Argentina did to us’ – Benin coach, Gernot Rohr laments
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