Arokodare’s strike against Rwanda reignites Nigeria’s World Cup hopes
Tolu Arokodare netted the only goal of the game as Nigeria secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Rwanda on Saturday to keep their World Cup hopes alive. South Africa’s 3-0 win over Lesotho a day earlier had increased the gap between them and Nigeria to nine points, making Saturday’s clash against the Amavubi a must-win […]
Dorgu admits surprise over Hojlund’s Man Utd exit
Manchester United wing-back Patrick Dorgu has admitted he was shocked to see Rasmus Hojlund leave Old Trafford this summer. The striker joined Napoli on Transfer Deadline Day in a deal that begins as a loan. If Napoli qualify for the Champions League, the move will become permanent for a fee that could rise to £43m […]
Nkunku opens up on Chelsea struggles after summer exit
New AC Milan forward Christopher Nkunku has indicted Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca for his underwhelming stint at Stamford Bridge. Many hailed Nkunku’s arrival in West London two years ago as a major steal. Chelsea signed the versatile forward for €60 million after he directly contributed to 53 Bundesliga goals across two seasons, expecting him to […]
Jeglertz confident Man City can challenge despite Chelsea defeat
Andree Jeglertz says Manchester City’s spirited display against Chelsea proved his team can compete at the top of the Barclays Women’s Super League this season. City fell 2-1 at Stamford Bridge after goals from Aggie Beever-Jones and Maika Hamano. Niamh Charles’ own goal gave the visitors hope late on, but it wasn’t enough to rescue […]
Deschamps explains Dembele selection for Ukraine after injury setbacks
France manager Didier Deschamps launched a passionate defense of his decision to play Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele after the Ballon d’Or nominee suffered an injury setback in Friday’s 2-0 win over Ukraine. Les Bleus cruised to a comfortable victory at the Stadion Miejski in Ukraine with Bayern Munich wide man Michael Olise and Real […]
Rwanda’s Bizimana confident of win despite underdog tag against Nigeria
Rwanda captain Djihad Bizimana is confident his side will come out victorious against Nigeria on Saturday, despite going into the tie as underdogs. The Amavubi travel to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo to battle the Super Eagles in a crucial World Cup qualifier for both sides. They are ranked 147th in the FIFA […]
Pochettino shocked by Daniel Levy’s Tottenham exit
Mauricio Pochettino has revealed his surprise at Daniel Levy’s decision to step down as Tottenham Hotspur chairman. The former Spurs boss, who managed the club between 2014 and 2019, worked closely with Levy during his five-year spell. Together, they guided Tottenham to a Champions League final in 2019, one of the high points of the […]
Luis Suarez: Inter Miami star banned banned for six matches for spitting
Inter Miami striker Luis Suarez has received a six-match suspension for spitting at a Seattle Sounders staff after the Leagues Cup final last Sunday. Suarez, 38, was involved in a post match altercation involving other players from both teams and appeared to spit at a Sounders Staff in the aftermath. The former Barcelona star tendered […]
