Nigeria’s Super Eagles are aiming to maintain their strong momentum in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers as they prepare to face Benin Republic in their upcoming match. Scheduled for Matchday 5 of the qualifiers, Nigeria currently leads Group D with 10 points. This position was bolstered by a CAF decision to award them three points and three goals from an unplayed match against Libya, which was disrupted by extended delays at the Libyan airport. A strong performance against Benin could see Nigeria secure their qualification for the tournament. Interim coach Augustine Eguavoen has named a 23-player squad, blending experienced stars with…
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Liverpool are reportedly ‘determined’ to sign Real Sociedad star Takefusa Kubo, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes. Kubo, who joined Real Madrid in 2019, struggled to establish himself at the Santiago Bernabéu and was loaned out several times before making a permanent move to Real Sociedad a couple of years ago. Since arriving at the Reale Arena, the 23-year-old has impressed in La Liga, becoming a key player in Imanol Alguacil’s starting lineup. With Mohamed Salah’s contract set to expire at the end of this season, Liverpool are reportedly looking for a right-sided attacker to potentially replace the Egyptian star. Having…
Arsenal face a challenging task in their pursuit of the Premier League title, sitting nine points behind leaders Liverpool after 11 games. While their position may seem daunting, the team still has plenty of opportunities to build momentum, particularly with a series of tough matches followed by a more favorable run through the festive period. The January transfer window is fast approaching, and many believe that Arsenal must strengthen their squad if they are to keep their title hopes alive. The two positions most urgently in need of reinforcements are a central forward and a versatile attacker who can cover…
Newcastle United could be offered the opportunity to sign top Chelsea target Victor Osimhen next summer, according to a surprising report. Osimhen had been expected to leave Napoli permanently last summer, with links to Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and several Saudi clubs. However, no deal came to fruition before the European transfer deadline, leaving the striker in a state of uncertainty. After Napoli brought in Romelu Lukaku, Osimhen faced the prospect of a frustrating season on the bench. However, Galatasaray stepped in, securing him on a season-long loan. While the Turkish club will attempt to make the deal permanent, persuading Osimhen…
Paraguay has banned Lionel Messi jerseys for the upcoming World Cup qualifier between Paraguay and Argentina on Friday, November 15. The Paraguayan Football Federation (APF) has taken a firm stance on the issue, with no exceptions allowed. Fernando Villasboa, APF’s licensing director, confirmed on Radio La Red that fans will not be permitted to enter the stadium wearing jerseys with Messi’s name, whether from Argentina, Barcelona, or Inter Miami, nor any other clothing associated with visiting players. “Anyone entering (outside the visitors’ section) will not be allowed to wear jerseys of the Argentine national team, Argentine clubs, or any clubs…
England’s interim manager, Lee Carsley, has seen eight players withdraw from his squad ahead of the upcoming internationals against Greece and the Republic of Ireland. With the Three Lions aiming to secure promotion back to the UEFA Nations League top flight in the final two fixtures of this phase of the 2024/25 competition, Carsley is also overseeing his final two matches before Thomas Tuchel takes over as permanent manager in the New Year. Of the original 26-player squad named last week, only 18 remain available. High-profile absentees include Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Cole Palmer, all of whom…
Ruud van Nistelrooy will not be part of Ruben Amorim’s coaching staff and is leaving Manchester United after a brief spell as interim manager, overseeing four matches. The legendary Dutch striker stepped in as caretaker manager following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag, helping stabilize the team with three wins and a draw. However, with Amorim named as Ten Hag’s permanent successor earlier this month, the 39-year-old will begin his tenure during the November international break. Van Nistelrooy has not been included in Amorim’s coaching setup, and United confirmed his departure in a statement: “Manchester United can confirm that Ruud…
Bruno Fernandes has explained why Alejandro Garnacho hesitated to celebrate his stunning goal against Leicester City, revealing that the young forward was reluctant to do so after feeling criticism from Manchester United fans. Ruud van Nistelrooy ended his interim tenure as United manager with a 3-0 victory over the Foxes on Sunday. Bruno Fernandes scored the opening goal and played a key role in Victor Kristiansen’s own goal, while Garnacho sealed the win with a brilliant strike in the 82nd minute after coming on as a substitute. Despite the goal, Garnacho initially refrained from celebrating, believing he had lost the…
Premier League Referee David Coote Suspended After Video Allegedly Shows Derogatory Remarks About Klopp Premier League referee David Coote was suspended on Monday following the emergence of a video on social media in which he allegedly made derogatory comments about former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. The video, which has not yet been dated or explained in terms of how it surfaced, appears to show Coote calling Klopp “arrogant” and using offensive language. Coote, 42, officiated Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Aston Villa on Saturday. In response, the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) issued a statement confirming Coote’s suspension, saying: “David…
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has expressed his admiration for Wesley Fofana, saying he is “in love” with the French defender. Fofana has become an essential part of the Chelsea squad since recovering from a long-term injury. The 23-year-old played the full 90 minutes in Chelsea’s 1-1 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday. After the match, Maresca was full of praise for Fofana, highlighting his resilience and determination. “Let me say it again: I’m in love with Wes Fofana,” Maresca said. “He spent all of last season injured and has come back fighting every day. “He’ll probably have…
Ten Players Arrive at Benin Republic Camp in Abidjan Ahead of Super Eagles Clash Ten players have arrived at the Benin Republic camp in Abidjan ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The Cheetahs opened camp on Sunday in preparation for the matchday five encounter. According to the Benin Football Federation (BFF), eight more players are expected to join the camp on Monday. Gernot Rohr’s side will face the Super Eagles at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan on Thursday. Currently, Benin Republic sits in second place in Group D with six…
Manchester United has confirmed that three coaches have left the club following the arrival of new manager Ruben Amorim. Earlier today, the club announced that interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, who had stepped in after Erik ten Hag’s departure, would be leaving following Amorim’s appointment. In a statement released after Amorim’s arrival in the UK on Monday, Manchester United confirmed Van Nistelrooy’s departure. However, according to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Van Nistelrooy was not the only one to leave Old Trafford. Romano revealed that alongside Van Nistelrooy, coaches Rene Hake, Jelle ten Rouwelaar, and Pieter Morel have also parted…
Incoming Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is set to hold showdown talks with interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy. Amorim is expected to officially take over as Erik ten Hag’s successor on November 11. Van Nistelrooy was appointed temporarily and went unbeaten in his four games in charge. Amorim has since praised his efforts, amid speculation about whether Van Nistelrooy will remain at the club in any capacity under the new manager. “He’s a legend of the club. He did a great job,” Amorim said. “I have to speak with him tomorrow. After that, I will explain everything. “I’m very clear,…
Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to withdraw from England’s squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures against Greece and the Republic of Ireland due to a hamstring injury and is now a doubt for Liverpool’s matches following the international break. The Liverpool defender was forced off just 25 minutes into his side’s 2-0 Premier League win over Aston Villa at the weekend, after experiencing discomfort in his hamstring. He was replaced by Conor Bradley, with Liverpool extending their lead at the top of the table to five points. According to The Times, Alexander-Arnold had already been managing a minor strain sustained…
Mikel Arteta has expressed concern over the injuries to Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice following Arsenal’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea on Sunday. The Gunners were forced to settle for a point at Stamford Bridge, with Gabriel Martinelli’s excellent strike canceled out by Pedro Neto, who equalized shortly after the hour mark. Leandro Trossard had a chance to secure all three points for Arsenal in the dying seconds, but his shot went wide. However, the result wasn’t the only issue for Arteta, as both Saka and Rice were forced to leave the pitch early. Saka limped off after a clash with…
Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has defended teammate Kylian Mbappe, urging the club’s fans not to doubt the French forward. Modric’s comments came after Mbappe failed to score in Real Madrid’s 4-0 victory over Osasuna on Saturday, marking four consecutive matches without a goal for the attacker. This goal drought has led to some criticism from fans of the club. However, Modric remained confident in Mbappe’s abilities, insisting that the striker will prove his worth to the team in the future. “Don’t doubt Mbappé. I’m sure he will help us a lot in the future,” Modric said in his post-match…
Ruben Amorim arrives in England on Monday, but the new Manchester United manager faces an anxious wait to find out when he can begin working with his squad as he looks to turn around their season. Amorim will travel to Manchester after managing his final game with Sporting Lisbon at Braga. However, the Portuguese coach is still waiting on the work visa that will allow him to officially take charge of United. Upon his arrival, Amorim will find a depleted squad due to the ongoing international break. Those players still in Manchester, including Marcus Rashford, remain uncertain about when they…
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has taken full responsibility for his side’s disappointing 2-1 loss to newly-promoted Ipswich Town, acknowledging that his team’s poor performance falls on him. The defeat, Spurs’ fifth of the Premier League season, saw them fail to impress in a match they had hoped to win. Despite a late goal from Rodrigo Bentancur, which denied Ipswich goalkeeper Arijanet Muric a clean sheet, first-half strikes from Liam Delap and Sammie Szmodics were enough to secure the victory for the visitors. Postecoglou didn’t shy away from the blame, admitting that the responsibility for the team’s struggles lies with…
In a thrilling encounter at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea weathered a late surge from Arsenal to secure a hard-fought 1-1 draw, leaving both teams nine points adrift of Premier League leaders Liverpool. Chelsea came into the match with a boost, as manager Enzo Maresca confirmed Cole Palmer was fit to start. The England international wasted no time making an impact, launching a powerful 25-yard strike early on that was expertly tipped over the crossbar by Arsenal’s goalkeeper, David Raya. As the first half progressed, Chelsea appeared the more dominant side, creating several chances. Noni Madueke almost opened the scoring with a…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has admitted that the Premier League title may be slipping away from his team this season following their fourth consecutive defeat, a first in his storied managerial career. On Saturday, November 9, City suffered a 2-1 loss to Brighton & Hove Albion, despite initially taking the lead through Erling Haaland. Brighton, under the management of Fabian Hurzeler, responded strongly, with Joao Pedro equalizing in the 78th minute. The match turned in Brighton’s favor when Matt O’Riley, making his Premier League debut, scored the winner, handing the Seagulls a crucial three points. Meanwhile, Liverpool capitalized on…