Nigerian footballers were in sensational form across Europe’s top leagues over the weekend, delivering goals, assists, and standout performances that left fans in awe. From Italy to Germany, France, England, and Spain, Super Eagles stars proved their mettle on the pitch. Ademola Lookman was the star of the show in Italy, netting a brace as…
Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini is refusing to back down in his ongoing spat with Ademola Lookman, following their explosive fallout after the club’s UEFA Champions League exit. The tension erupted last week when Gasperini publicly criticized the Nigerian star for missing a crucial penalty, prompting an angry response from Lookman, who called his manager’s…
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has stirred up a heated debate after downplaying the significance of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as a major tournament. The comments came following Liverpool’s impressive 2-0 victory over Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday, where Egyptian superstar Mohamed Salah shone with a goal and an assist for…
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has reflected on his team’s impressive 2-0 victory over Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday, highlighting the key factors behind their success. Goals from Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai secured all three points for Liverpool against Pep Guardiola’s side at the Etihad Stadium. The win solidifies Liverpool’s position at…
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly planning further redundancies at the club as part of a sweeping cost-cutting initiative. The move comes after the club reported staggering losses of nearly £300 million over the past three years, a situation described as “unsustainable” by insiders. While the exact number of job cuts remains unclear,…
The Copa del Rey semifinal draw has been finalized, setting the stage for two thrilling encounters. Barcelona will face Atletico Madrid in a high-stakes clash, while Real Madrid will go head-to-head with Real Sociedad. The draw, conducted at the Spanish Football Federation headquarters, promises intense battles as the teams vie for a spot in the…
Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior has overtaken Lionel Messi in the UEFA Champions League knockout stage assists record after setting up Jude Bellingham in a thrilling 3-2 victory over Manchester City. The Brazilian superstar’s clever play broke through City’s defense, allowing Bellingham to slot home the decisive goal, cementing Vinicius’ place in the competition’s history. The…
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has lauded Taiwo Awoniyi for his standout performance in the Emirates FA Cup victory over Exeter City. Awoniyi scored Forest’s second goal in the tightly contested fourth-round match, marking his second goal of the season across all competitions. The game ended 2-2 after extra time, with Forest securing a…
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti was furious with his players during halftime of their 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid in LaLiga on Saturday. Los Blancos trailed 1-0 at the break, courtesy of Julian Alvarez’s penalty. Ancelotti’s anger was reportedly directed at his attacking trio of Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Jr, who were said…
Nigerian international Semi Ajayi has made a successful return to action for West Bromwich Albion in a Premier League 2 victory over Newcastle United on Monday night. Ajayi played the entire first half as he continues to build up his fitness. Ajayi had been sidelined for around four months with a hamstring injury sustained in…
