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target=_blank>Updated: Manchester United sack coach Carrick
Manchester United sacked manager Michael Carrick on Thursday after their worst-ever start to a Premier League campaign, with USA boss Mauricio Pochettino expected to replace him.
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target=_blank>Spain coach optimistic over Yamal’s fitness for England Nations League clash
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said Wednesday he is optimistic Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal will be fit to face England in the Nations League at the weekend.
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target=_blank>US withdraws from U17 World Cup in Qatar over security fears
The United States has withdrawn from the upcoming Under-17 soccer World Cup in Qatar due to concerns about security in the Middle East, US media reported Wednesday.
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target=_blank>‘Dictator’ Infantino needs psychiatric help, says former FIFA chief Blatter
Former FIFA boss Sepp Blatter has slammed current chief Gianni Infantino, calling his successor a “dictator” and suggesting he needs psychiatric help, in an interview with Der Spiegel published Wednesday.
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target=_blank>Kane says England appearance record a ‘testament to dedication’
England captain Harry Kane said breaking the Three Lions’ appearance record in Thursday’s Nations League clash with Croatia will represent a “testament to all the dedication” that has gone into his career.
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target=_blank>Soludo celebrates Anambra-born U-17 Golden Ball winner, Umejiaku
By Steve Oko Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has celebrated Oluebube Umejiaku, the Anambra-born midfielder who emerged the Most Valuable Player at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Umejiaku won the prestigious Golden Ball award after inspiring Nigeria’s Flamingos to a historic 2-1 victory over Japan in the final played on November
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target=_blank>Tinubu awards N100m FG Savings Bond to each victorious Flamingos player
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday announced the award of a ₦100 million Federal Government Savings Bond to each player on Nigeria’s victorious U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos.
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target=_blank>Video: First lady receives Flamingos in Aso Villa
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Wednesday hosted the Flamingos at the Presidential Villa in Abuja following their historic victory at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
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target=_blank>AFCON 2027Q: Full house in Uyo as Super Eagles set for Tanzania clash
The Super Eagles have recorded a full house in camp in Uyo as preparations intensify for Friday’s 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying clash against Tanzania.
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target=_blank>Man Utd ‘reach verbal agreement’ with Pochettino to replace Carrick
Manchester United have reportedly reached a “verbal agreement in principle” with Mauricio Pochettino to replace Michael Carrick as their manager in a bid to revive the fortunes of the struggling English giants.
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target=_blank>Under-17: Harmony Chidi names Osimhen, four other football athletes she wants to be better than
Nigeria’s Under-17 captain, Harmony Chidi, has named Victor Osimhen, Erling Haaland, Harry Kane, Raphinha and Asisat Oshoala as the five football stars she wants to be better than in her career. In an interview with BBC Pidgin, Chidi revealed that becoming greater than the established players is one of her biggest ambitions, placing the Super
Under-17: Harmony Chidi names Osimhen, four other football athletes she wants to be better than
target=_blank>EPL: Man Utd release official statement on Carrick’s departure, speak on replacement
Manchester United have officially confirmed that Michael Carrick is no longer manager of the first team. In a statement on Thursday, the Red Devils explained that Carrick has been sacked due to a disappointing start to the campaign. The statement read in part, “Michael is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend. Just as
EPL: Man Utd release official statement on Carrick’s departure, speak on replacement
target=_blank>Turkey: ‘Wounded Osimhen more dangerous than fit one’ – Şener
Football commentator Ertem Şener has warned rivals that a wounded Victor Osimhen could be even more dangerous than a fit one. According to Şener, the Nigerian international has “50 screws in his facial bones and still scores goals.” “If Osimhen is injured, I’m even more afraid of a wounded lion. The guy has 50 screws
Turkey: ‘Wounded Osimhen more dangerous than fit one’ – Şener
target=_blank>Transfer: Arsenal in fresh move for Vinicius as he loses starting spot under Mourinho
Arsenal remain interested in Real Madrid winger Vinícius Jr and are in close contact with his agent. Vinícius is aware of the Gunners’ plans, their project and their financial offer. However, staying at Madrid is still the Brazilian’s first choice. He could consider Arsenal next summer if he feels he is not playing enough or
Transfer: Arsenal in fresh move for Vinicius as he loses starting spot under Mourinho
target=_blank>EPL: Manchester United sack manager Michael Carrick
Manchester United have sacked their manager Michael Carrick with immediate effect. This was disclosed by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano in a post on X on Thursday. Carrick’s sacking is coming a few days after Man United drew 4-4 with Aston Villa in the Premier League. The Red Devils are now expected to appoint Mauricio
EPL: Manchester United sack manager Michael Carrick
target=_blank>AFCON 2027Q: Arokodare favourite to lead Super Eagles’ attack against Tanzania
Ajax striker Tolu Arokodare is the frontrunner to lead Nigeria’s attack in Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday-three clash against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars. The Super Eagles will be without first-choice striker Victor Osimhen, who is currently recovering from knee surgery undergone last week. According to sources within the team’s camp, Arokodare is favoured
AFCON 2027Q: Arokodare favourite to lead Super Eagles’ attack against Tanzania
target=_blank>NNL: Eko United vs Heartland rescheduled for November 16
Eko United’s Nigeria National League matchday two fixture against Heartland FC has been rescheduled from its original date. The encounter was initially scheduled for Saturday, November 14, but will no longer hold on that day. The game has now been moved to Monday, November 16, 2026, giving both teams additional time to prepare for the
NNL: Eko United vs Heartland rescheduled for November 16
target=_blank>NNL: Abakaliki FC target maximum points against Akwa United
Abakaliki FC management have expressed high expectations from the players in the new Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The Rice Boys opened their campaign with a 1-1 away draw against Akabuike FC in Awka. The club secretary Barrister Chris Akukwe said that with the opening day performance the team can gain promotion to the top-flight.
NNL: Abakaliki FC target maximum points against Akwa United
target=_blank>NPFL: Ranchers Bees vs Doma United Week 10 fixture gets new date
The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has announced a new date for the rescheduled matchday 10 encounter between Ranchers Bees and Doma United. The encounter which was initially scheduled for Saturday, October 24 will now be played on Wednesday, November 18. The match will be played at the Bako Kotangora Stadium in Minna. The NPFL
NPFL: Ranchers Bees vs Doma United Week 10 fixture gets new date
target=_blank>EPL: Gary Neville names team with worst defence
Former England defender, Gary Neville, has claimed that Manchester United have the worst defence in the Premier League. Neville was speaking on the recent episode of Stick To Football. United go into the November international break sitting in 18th place after 10 fixtures. The Red Devils have only won one game, scoring 14 goals and
EPL: Gary Neville names team with worst defence
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