The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has criticized Favour Ofili amid rumors that she may leave Team Nigeria following a disappointing performance in Paris. Tensions arose between Ofili and the AFN after her name was omitted from the list for the women’s 100m race. While the AFN claimed the omission was unintentional and that Ofili was only registered for the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relays, the athlete believes the federation shares some of the blame. In response to the situation, the AFN has stated that they have qualified athletes ready to replace Ofili should she decide to represent another country.…
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Chelsea is now willing to include two academy players in a deal to sign Manchester United star Jadon Sancho. Sancho, who remains on uncertain footing at Old Trafford despite mending relations with manager Erik ten Hag, is facing an unclear future with the club. According to Fussball.news, Chelsea has entered the race to sign the England international. While Paris Saint-Germain was initially interested in Sancho, they are now likely to drop their pursuit due to the impending signing of Désiré Doué. Chelsea is reportedly offering two academy products, along with a transfer fee, to secure Sancho from Manchester United. The…
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced on Friday that Poland will officially bid to host the Olympic Games in either 2040 or 2044. “I dedicate this decision to the youth of today, those who are now 10, 12, or 15 years old. Poland is committed to bidding for the Olympic Games,” Tusk stated during a press conference. He added, “Given the current decisions, commitments, and preliminary statements from the International Olympic Committee, a realistic timeline for hosting would be 2040 or 2044.” This announcement comes after Poland’s conservative president, Andrzej Duda, declared last year his intention to submit a bid…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola had a clash with Raheem Sterling during the 2021 Premier League season, according to Marti Perarnau, a close associate of Guardiola, in his new book ‘The Pep Revolution.’ Perarnau revealed that the confrontation occurred in March 2021 in Guardiola’s office, where Sterling walked out in frustration. Following the incident, Guardiola excluded Sterling from the squad for a match against Fulham. The tension between the two reportedly started after Sterling was benched during City’s 5-2 victory over Southampton, a decision that left the England international disgruntled. Perarnau also noted that Sterling’s frustrations were partly fueled by…
Manchester City could face a points deduction so severe that it might result in the Premier League champions being relegated from the top tier of English football. The club is currently dealing with 115 alleged breaches of financial rules. Earlier this week, it was confirmed that a 10-week hearing is set to begin next month. City strongly denies any wrongdoing and is preparing to face an independent inquiry. However, according to The Times, an executive from another Premier League club suggested that “the collective view is that an appropriate sanction would require a points deduction so substantial—between 70 and 80…
Marcos Alonso, who was linked with Manchester United last summer, remains eager to join the club before this summer’s transfer deadline, according to Fabrizio Romano. “Marcos Alonso would love to go to Manchester United,” Romano told GiveMeSport. “He has been offered to Manchester United in recent weeks, but nothing concrete or advanced has developed so far.” Romano added that Manchester United is likely to take its time before deciding on the player to fill the position, as the club is focusing on securing a new midfielder as the next priority in the transfer window. Alonso, who made over 200 appearances…
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has stated that the club is well aware of his needs in the transfer window. Maresca was addressing questions about the possibility of signing another forward after the club’s attempt to acquire Atlético Madrid’s Samu Omorodion fell through. Chelsea is now pursuing João Félix from the La Liga club and is also rumored to be considering a swap deal with Napoli for Victor Osimhen. Speaking to reporters on Friday, Maresca said, “The only thing I can say is they are not our players, so it’s not appropriate to discuss a Napoli or Atlético Madrid player. The…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Kalvin Phillips has joined Ipswich Town on a season-long loan. Phillips chose the newly-promoted side over other Premier League clubs. City will continue to pay a portion of the 28-year-old’s wages while he plays for the Tractor Boys. Speaking to the media on Friday, Guardiola explained that Phillips made the move to get more playing time. “It looks like he’s going on loan to Ipswich. It’s close. I think it’s already done,” Guardiola said. “He decided to go there. He needs minutes. We felt he wouldn’t get the playing time he deserves…
Former Tottenham and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is set to become the new head coach of the USA national team. The Argentine has agreed to take on the role after being out of work since his departure from Chelsea at the end of last season. Pochettino was also a candidate for the vacant England manager position following Gareth Southgate’s exit. The USA has been searching for a new coach since Gregg Berhalter was dismissed after the team’s group stage exit from the Copa America last July. This will be Pochettino’s first role managing a national team. At the club level,…
José Mourinho is reportedly prepared to terminate a Fenerbahçe player’s contract following the team’s exit from the Champions League qualifiers. After signing a lucrative two-year deal with the Istanbul-based club, Mourinho brought in ten new players, including Allan Saint-Maximin on loan and Sevilla striker Youssef En-Nesyri. However, the Portuguese manager faced an early setback when Fenerbahçe failed to advance in the Champions League, losing 3-2 on aggregate to Lille and dropping into the Europa League. In response to the disappointing outcome, Mourinho has allegedly decided that one player no longer fits into his plans. According to Doruk Tecimer of TRT…
John Mikel Obi has revealed that he personally paid for the U-23 Eagles’ flight to the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, Brazil. Mikel, one of the three overage players selected by then-coach Samson Siasia, was also named captain and led the team to a third-place finish in the men’s football event. However, Mikel disclosed that poor planning by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) nearly derailed the team’s chances. “When I represented my country at the Olympics in Brazil, we had to fly there, but we waited at the airport from morning till night for…
Joao Mendes, the son of Ronaldinho, has signed with English Championship club Burnley on a contract extending until 2026. Mendes, 19, joined Barcelona’s academy in 2023 after a successful trial but left earlier this year when his contract ended. He began his youth career with Cruzeiro in Brazil, spending four years there before moving to Barcelona. According to The Sun, Mendes is set to join Burnley manager Scott Parker before the end of the week. The news has surprised fans, with many expressing their astonishment on social media. One fan tweeted: “Ronaldinho’s son, Joao Mendes, has signed for Burnley. I…
Former Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas has shared his predictions for the Premier League’s top four teams this season. Manchester City, the defending champions, narrowly edged out Arsenal for the title last season. Liverpool, who were in contention until the final weeks, secured third place, while Aston Villa surprised many by claiming the last Champions League spot. However, speaking on the Planet Premier League podcast, Fabregas expects Chelsea to replace Villa in the top four this time around. When asked to name his predicted top four, the former Arsenal captain said, “Arsenal, City, Liverpool, Chelsea.”
Manchester City may need to rethink their summer transfer strategy. Norwegian youngster Oscar Bobb, who impressed during the U.S. tour and provided a brilliant assist in City’s Community Shield victory over Manchester United, is set to miss the start of the season after fracturing a bone in his leg. The full recovery timeline remains uncertain. City were already short on attacking options after Julian Alvarez’s unexpected transfer to Atletico Madrid, which was completed just before Pep Guardiola’s side secured more silverware at Wembley. That deal brought in £81.5 million, and according to the Manchester Evening News, City had been considering…
Real Madrid’s summer signing, Kylian Mbappe, expressed his joy after scoring his first goal for the club. The French captain made his debut for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup final against Atalanta on Wednesday. The 25-year-old netted Real Madrid’s second goal in their 2-0 victory over the Serie A side in Poland. Speaking to Movistar Futbol after securing his first trophy with Real Madrid, Mbappe shared his excitement: “It has been a great night. I have been waiting for this moment for a long time, to play with this shirt, with this badge, for these fans. It’s a…
Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has stated that he doesn’t believe his old team will compete for the Premier League title this season. Liverpool has entered a new era under Arne Slot, who took over from Jurgen Klopp this summer. Murphy voiced his concerns about the club’s lack of new signings, noting that Liverpool is the only Premier League team yet to make any additions this summer. On talkSPORT, Murphy said, “The transfer window isn’t closed yet, and Liverpool’s transfer business over the last five or six years has been excellent. I expect them to finish in the top four,…
Manchester United have secured their key player with a new long-term contract following months of speculation. The Red Devils have officially confirmed that Bruno Fernandes has signed a deal extending to 2027, with an option for an additional year. Reports suggest Fernandes is now among the top earners at Old Trafford, having received a significant pay increase. According to The Sun, the new contract will see Fernandes earning approximately £350,000 a week, totaling £54.6 million over the next three years. This is a substantial rise from his previous salary of around £220,000 a week. The 29-year-old midfielder, who has been…
Manchester City winger Oscar Bobb has reportedly suffered a leg fracture, sidelining him for several months. This injury is a significant setback for City boss Pep Guardiola, who had high expectations for the Norwegian international. Bobb is now expected to miss this weekend’s league opener against Chelsea. The Premier League champions plan to send Bobb to Barcelona for a thorough evaluation by renowned specialist Dr. Ramon Cugat. According to The Mirror, initial assessments suggest the injury may not be as severe as first thought. However, City will await a complete diagnosis before determining Bobb’s treatment plan and recovery timeline.
Paul Dickov, the former Manchester City star, has declared that midfielder Rodri should win the 2024 Ballon d’Or. Dickov argues that the Spain international was the standout player last season and deserves the prestigious award. In an interview with GOAL, he stated, “Not just last season, but over the past three or four years, Rodri has been the best midfielder in his position worldwide.” He highlighted Rodri’s achievements, including winning the Treble two seasons ago, securing four titles last year, and playing a crucial role in Spain’s Euro victory, where he was arguably their best player. Dickov acknowledged that players…
According to Chelsea News, Chelsea has been exploring a transfer for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, while Napoli is interested in signing Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea. Discussions between the two clubs regarding these transfers have been ongoing for several weeks but recently paused. A new meeting between Chelsea and Napoli is scheduled for this week to review the progress of these deals, which involve Lukaku moving to Napoli and Osimhen joining Chelsea. Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky Italy, who reported on the upcoming meetings, noted that recent discussions have yet to produce a definitive outcome. Di Marzio also mentioned that Chelsea…