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All-Night celebrations sweep Morocco after shock AFCON verdict

Femi Fabunmi

7 days ago

From major cities to smaller towns, the atmosphere turned electric almost instantly after the announcement, with people pouring out of…

Full list: Chelle drops Osimhen, Nwabali ahead of Eagles’ friendlies

Michael Adesina

7 days ago

Other notable omissions from the AFCON pool include goalkeeper Amas Obasogie, defenders Chidozie Awaziem and Ryan Alebiosu, midfielders Muhammed Usman,…

UCL: Liverpool told to be wary of Osimhen

Femi Fabunmi

7 days ago

He also scored when Galatasaray defeated Liverpool earlier in the competition, showing how important he is to his team.

Morocco reacts to CAF 2025 AFCON ruling amid controversy

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 days ago

Morocco’s response is expected to influence ongoing discussions on reforms and accountability within CAF structures

AFCON 2025: Senegal rejects award of title to Morocco, heads to CAS

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 days ago

The CAF’s Appeal Board on Tuesday ruled that Senegal forfeited the final match, awarding a 3-0 victory to the Fédération…

‘I’d rather lose,’ Sadio Mane’s words backfires as CAF snatches AFCON title from Senegal

Michael Adesina

7 days ago

“I think it would be crazy to not play this game because what, the referee gave a penalty and we…

AFCON: Senegal reacts to CAF verdict, drags Morocco title to court

Michael Adesina

7 days ago

But in a statement on Wednesday, the Senegalese FA tore into the verdict, calling it “unfair, unprecedented and unacceptable,” warning…

Eze thunderbolt sends Arsenal flying into Champions League last eight

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 week ago

Eberechi Eze announced himself on the European stage with a spectacular long-range strike, before Declan Rice added a composed second…

PSG destroy Chelsea 8-2 on aggregate in Champions League humiliation

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 week ago

The atmosphere at Stamford Bridge turned toxic long before the final whistle. By the 60th minute, with the tie long…

BREAKING: CAF strips Senegal of AFCON title, awards Morocco

Femi Fabunmi

1 week ago

Further clarification from CAF may be anticipated in the coming days as the football body provides additional insight into the…

Sporting pull miraculous comeback to crush Bodo/Glimt to Reach UCL Quarter-Finals

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 week ago

With momentum entirely on their side, Sporting refused to settle for penalties. Just two minutes into the first period of…

Carabao Cup: Joe Cole names favourite as Arsenal face Manchester City

Femi Fabunmi

1 week ago

On the other hand, Manchester City booked their spot by overcoming Newcastle United, continuing their consistent run under pressure in…

Road to Glory: 16 teams battle for 8 quarter-final places

Femi Fabunmi

1 week ago

Although he expressed hope that Galatasaray would qualify because of Victor Osimhen, he admitted that Liverpool’s strength at home makes…

Iran to FIFA: Move our World Cup games out of the United States

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

“When Trump has explicitly stated that he cannot ensure the security of the Iranian national team, we will certainly not…

Countdown to Mundial 2026: Nigerian Fans Turn to Early Predictions and Football Debates

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 week ago

Much of the conversation among Nigerian fans naturally centres around the Nigeria national football team, with many supporters eager to…

Laporta re-elected Barcelona president

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

The victory hands the 63-year-old another five-year term which will begin on July 1, 2026. It will be his second…

Premier League race “done and dusted” as Owen tips Arsenal for Glory

Femi Fabunmi

1 week ago

Because of this, Owen believes the title race is almost finished and Arsenal are in a very strong position to…

World Cup: FIFA sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

Nigeria’s football authority, the Nigeria Football Federation, and the DR Congo Football Federation were found guilty of separate offences during…

Int’l Friendly: Turkey set to host Super Eagles games in March

Femi Fabunmi

1 week ago

Nigeria will then play their second match against Jordan on Tuesday, March 31, while Iran will face Costa Rica.

EPL: Tottenham fight back to earn crucial point in Liverpool

Femi Fabunmi

1 week ago

The goal gave interim Tottenham manager Igor Tudor his first point since taking charge, though his position at the club…

Raphinha smashes hat-trick as Barcelona crush Sevilla

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

Raphinha opened the scoring in the ninth minute from the penalty spot after Sevilla’s Djibril Sow fouled full-back Joao Cancelo…

Iran women’s football captain joins others, withdraws asylum bid

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

Australia’s Home Affairs Minister, Tony Burke, earlier confirmed that some members of the team had chosen to abandon their asylum…

Manchester United down Aston Villa to strengthen UCL push

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

Manchester United boosted their hopes of qualifying for next season’s UEFA Champions League after defeating Aston Villa 3–1 in a…

Man City held by West Ham, fall nine points behind Arsenal

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

City dominated possession for long spells but struggled to create clear chances, with star striker Erling Haaland again failing to…

Osimhen on target as Galatasaray crush Basaksehir

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

Wilfried Singo opened the scoring in the 57th minute after sustained pressure from Galatasaray’s frontline, before Osimhen doubled the lead…

Nine-man Bayern rescue point in dramatic Leverkusen draw

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

Leverkusen took an early lead through Aleix Garcia, who cleverly collected a Patrik Schick pass and chipped third-choice Bayern goalkeeper…

Chelsea stumble again as Newcastle defeat Blues at Stamford

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

Chelsea started brightly, with Alejandro Garnacho and Cole Palmer missing early chances that could have set the tone. However, defensive…

16-year-old Max Dowman seals Arsenal victory over Everton

Michael Adesina

1 week ago

The match was cagey for much of the first half. Everton threatened early, with Riccardo Calafiori forcing a crucial block…

Tinubu mourns: Henry Nwosu’s Football Artistry was stuff of Legends

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 week ago

The President recalled with admiration Nwosu's brilliance as a 17-year-old during the 1980 Africa Cup of Nations triumph, a moment…

Sanwo-Olu mourns: ‘Henry Nwosu’s death is Irreparable loss to Nigeria’

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Nwosu, the youngest member of the legendary 1980 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) winning squad, died on Saturday at the…

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