Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has received a two-game suspension in La Liga following his red card in the aftermath of the 2-2 draw against Valencia. However, it’s worth noting that the referee, Gil Manzano, had already blown the full-time whistle when the cross leading to the incident was delivered. Despite the ban in domestic league matches, Bellingham remains eligible to participate in Real Madrid’s upcoming Champions League last-16 tie against RB Leipzig on Wednesday.
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Nigeria vs Argentina 2024: Football enthusiasts worldwide were eagerly anticipating the showdown between Nigeria, the 2023 AFCON finalists, and Argentina, the reigning World Champions. However, to the disappointment of many, the highly anticipated friendly match has been canceled, leaving faces crestfallen. The game was initially scheduled for March 26, 2024, in Los Angeles, USA, promising a thrilling encounter between two footballing powerhouses. Unfortunately, the excitement was short-lived as the cancellation was attributed to logistical issues concerning visa processing for the Nigerian delegation. Anticipation Turns to Disappointment: Nigeria vs Argentina 2024 Friendly Canceled According to reports, the US organizers of the…
Chelsea is set to face Newcastle United on Monday, March 11th, in a pivotal Premier League clash. Here’s a projection of how they might shape up for the game. Defense: Goalkeeper: Robert Sanchez, who has shown great form since joining, is expected to retain his place. Defenders: Alex Disasi is a certain starter, and with Colwill’s impressive performances alongside him, they are likely to form the central defensive pairing. Malo Gusto is an obvious choice at right-back, while the left-back position is anticipated to be occupied by Ben Chilwell. Midfield: Central Midfield: The midfield trio of Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher,…
Former Real Madrid and Liverpool striker Michael Owen has designated Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappe as the most formidable footballer on the planet. Owen made this assertion following Mbappe’s impressive two-goal performance in PSG’s 2-1 victory against Real Sociedad in the UEFA Champions League second leg last-sixteen on Tuesday night. Speaking about the French captain, Owen shared his thoughts with TNT Sports (via Euro Sport), stating, “To win a Champions League, you need some special players in your team. Paris Saint-Germain probably don’t have enough of them to win it this season, but if there is one man that could carry…
Bayern Munich Joins Chelsea and Tottenham in Pursuit of Williams Bayern Munich has entered the race alongside Chelsea and Tottenham to acquire Nico Williams, attracted by the achievable release clauses in his contract. According to Team Talk, Bayern Munich is prepared to compete with Chelsea, Tottenham, and other contenders for the signature of the £43 million-rated Spanish international winger. Williams has a reasonable release clause in his Athletic Club contract, providing him the option to leave the club this summer. Chelsea Abandons Pursuit of Toney Fabrizio Romano indicates that Chelsea may halt their pursuit of Ivan Toney, citing the club’s…
Manchester City comfortably advanced past Copenhagen in the Champions League on Wednesday night, securing a 3-1 second-leg victory at the Etihad Stadium. Early goals from Manuel Akanji and Julian Alvarez quickly extinguished any hopes Copenhagen may have harbored for an aggregate comeback. Although Mohamed Elyounoussi scored a high-quality goal, Erling Haaland ensured City continued their impressive form with three goals in eight consecutive European games this season. City faced none of the challenges encountered by neighbors Manchester United against Copenhagen in the group stage. Having already done substantial work in the first leg in Denmark last month, the cup holders…
Former Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi has expressed confidence in the Gunners’ ability to secure the Premier League title this season. Describing Arsenal as a formidable team, he commended manager Mikel Arteta for his excellent work at the Emirates. Currently occupying the third position on the Premier League table, Arsenal trails behind Manchester City and Liverpool. Guendouzi, who played for Arsenal from 2018 to 2022, shared his optimism, stating, “Arteta is doing a very good job at Arsenal. They are fighting for the title, they are a very good team, and he is doing amazing things. I hope they will get…
Real Madrid secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals on Wednesday evening, despite a somewhat unconvincing 1-1 draw with RB Leipzig. The first half at the Santiago Bernabeu was notably cautious, with just one shot on target in the opening 45 minutes. Real, holding a one-goal advantage from the first leg, aimed to avoid defeat. Leipzig displayed a more aggressive approach from the start, with Lois Openda missing an early chance. The Belgian later had another opportunity, firing wide of Andriy Lunin’s left post. Xavi Simons and Openda both threatened for Leipzig, but the first half concluded without any…
Chelsea Football Club’s ownership is grappling with a challenging decision concerning the future of their current stadium, Stamford Bridge. According to reports from The Sun, opting for redevelopment might entail up to six years of playing at a temporary venue as the sole alternative. Notably, the club’s previous owner, Roman Abramovich, had intentions to revamp the stadium, but those plans never came to fruition. Presently, the current owners are wrestling with the dilemma of either upgrading the existing stadium or constructing an entirely new one. The redevelopment route would necessitate a complete demolition and subsequent rebuilding of Stamford Bridge, while…
Arsenal aims to secure victory and advance to the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League as they face FC Porto in the second leg of their Round of 16 encounter. ARS vs FCP: UCL Showdown – Match Preview, Date, and Kickoff Time The Gunners enter the fixture in a challenging position, having suffered a 1-0 defeat against the Portuguese giants in the first leg. However, Mikel Arteta has steered his team to improved form, clinching consecutive victories against Newcastle United and Brentford in the EPL and netting a total of 10 goals. FC Porto, holding a one-goal advantage over Arsenal,…
Mikel Arteta has given updates on the injuries of star forwards Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli following Arsenal’s resounding victory over Sheffield United. Despite the team’s impressive 6-0 win on Monday night, concerns arose as both Saka and Martinelli were substituted relatively early in the game, with Saka leaving in the 46th minute and Martinelli in the 64th minute, both due to suspected injuries. In a post-match press conference, Arteta clarified that both players were dealing with minor issues. Saka was reportedly feeling unwell, and Arteta explained that the decision to substitute him was also influenced by the opportunity to…
England finds themselves grouped with France, Sweden, and the Republic of Ireland for the Women’s Euro 2025 qualifying stage. The Lionesses, reigning champions since their Euro 2022 triumph nearly two years ago, face a formidable challenge to secure their place in the upcoming finals in Switzerland. Qualifying is set to commence in April and conclude in July, with play-offs scheduled from October to December. The Euro 2025 qualifying structure involves European nations divided into three leagues—League A, League B, and League C—based on their UEFA ranking from the 2023/24 Nations League. Each league features a complex system where top teams…
Richarlison has shared insights into his relationship with Antonio Conte, revealing a confrontation with the former Tottenham Hotspur manager about his limited playing time in the previous season. Despite joining Tottenham for an initial £50m fee, the Brazilian striker struggled to find the back of the net during his debut campaign at the club. Richarlison scored only one goal in 27 Premier League appearances in the 2022/23 season and faced challenges adapting to Conte’s tactical approach. During an episode of Desimpedidos, Richarlison and teammate Emerson Royal disclosed an incident where the striker’s frustrations with Conte’s tactics reached a boiling point…
Moises Caicedo has acknowledged grappling with the burden of his British-record transfer fee at Chelsea. The Blues shattered their own previous record, set with the £107m signing of Enzo Fernandez, by securing Caicedo from Brighton & Hove Albion for an astonishing £115m in a high-profile transfer battle with Liverpool last summer. Despite the hefty price tag, the 22-year-old faced a slow start at Stamford Bridge and admitted to feeling the pressure on his shoulders. Caicedo revealed his initial struggle, stating, “At the beginning, I felt the pressure. In my mind, I wanted to show my best football and why the…
Bayern Munich secured a 3-0 victory over Lazio in the Champions League last 16 on Tuesday night, overturning a one-goal deficit from the first leg. The match at the Allianz Arena witnessed a strong response from the hosts, with Harry Kane and Thomas Muller’s well-timed headers putting Bayern in control of the tie. In the opening moments, Leroy Sane and Jamal Musiala tested Lazio’s goalkeeper, Ivan Provedel. Harry Kane’s deflected attempt narrowly missed the target, as Lazio players made desperate defensive efforts. Lazio had a chance to take the lead before the break when Ciro Immobile failed to redirect his…
Chelsea icon Petr Cech has disclosed that he found training under former manager Carlo Ancelotti at Stamford Bridge less enjoyable. The ex-goalkeeper expressed his belief that Ancelotti’s training sessions were excessively intense, resembling a match and leaving the players fatigued. Cech shared these insights on the Obi One Podcast. “When a new manager arrived, Carlo Ancelotti, he was like ‘wow, this training is so intense, it’s like a match.’ I was like, ‘no boss, it is the worst’ because I felt everyone looked tired and wasn’t training well. Carlo didn’t understand this because he wasn’t used to that,” explained Cech.…
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain effortlessly secured their spot in the Champions League quarter-finals, eliminating Real Sociedad. After a 2-0 victory in the first leg, PSG sealed a 2-1 win in this encounter with a highly impressive performance. Mbappe ignited the match with a splendid opener, and early in the second half, he calmly finished to dash any hopes of a Sociedad comeback. Mikel Merino’s late goal served as little more than a consolation for the Spanish side. In the opening minutes, Bradley Barcola’s close-range attempt was denied after Mbappe skillfully eluded his defender and delivered a cut-back…
Chelsea has reportedly identified Sporting Lisbon’s manager, Ruben Amorim, and Brighton and Hove Albion’s boss, Roberto De Zerbi, as potential candidates to replace Mauricio Pochettino. The pressure on the Argentine increased following Chelsea’s 2-2 draw with Brentford on Saturday, with discontented supporters expressing their frustration through X-rated chants directed at Pochettino and co-owner Todd Boehly. When asked about the chants at full-time, Pochettino commented, “Yes, I’ve been told but I did not hear, to be honest. That is why it is difficult for me to understand. I don’t know. I need to believe what you are telling me, but it…
Erling Haaland, the Manchester City striker, emphasized the notion that Lionel Messi of Inter Miami would need to retire from the game for someone else to be recognized as the best. Speaking to the media on Tuesday ahead of Manchester City’s Champions League round of 16 second leg clash with FC Copenhagen, Haaland stated, “Maybe he [Messi] has to retire for someone else to be regarded as the best,” as reported by Barca Universal. Widely acknowledged as the greatest footballer globally, Messi recently triumphed over Haaland and Kylian Mbappe to claim the 2023 Ballon d’Or. Additionally, the Argentina captain boasts…
Table tennis sensation Offiong Edem clinched Nigeria’s inaugural medal at the 13th edition of the African Games in Accra, Ghana, on Tuesday. Edem secured a bronze medal in the women’s singles category, succumbing to a 4-0 defeat against Egypt’s Dino Meshref in the semi-final. This achievement marks Edem’s second bronze medal in the same event, having previously secured a podium finish four years ago in Congo, Brazzaville. Reflecting on her performance, Edem expressed her joy and attributed her improved game to participating in the recent World Championships in Korea. She extended her gratitude to the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF)…