Francis Uzoho, the goalkeeper for the Super Eagles, has pushed back against his critics in the wake of his recent mistakes. Uzoho has faced strong criticism from analysts and fans for his performances in the friendly matches against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique during this international break. The Omonia SC goalkeeper made two costly errors in these games, which led to a surge of frustration among fans. In response, the 24-year-old expressed his thoughts on his Snapchat story. He posted a picture of himself with the caption: “Do it if it’s easy.” Nigeria’s head coach, Jose Peseiro, has consistently supported Uzoho…
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During Brazil’s 2-0 loss to Uruguay in a 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, Neymar Jr., the Brazilian forward, had to leave the field due to a knee injury. In a poignant moment, Neymar displayed visible emotions as medical staff gently helped him off the pitch at the conclusion of the first half. The former Paris Saint-Germain star was subsequently observed exiting the stadium with the aid of crutches. The incident took place in the 44th minute at Centenario Stadium when the 31-year-old stumbled and fell while clutching his left knee. Players from both teams immediately gathered around him, and…
Former Super Eagles midfielder, Mikel Obi, has described his former Chelsea teammate, Eden Hazard, as the least hardworking footballer he has ever encountered. Hazard, who recently retired from international football, and Mikel played together for five years, during which they secured the Premier League title, the UEFA Europa League, and the FA Cup. However, during an interview with the Obi One Podcast, the Nigerian international shared his perspective on Hazard’s playing style: “He is the least industrious footballer I’ve ever seen in my life. “But then, when the weekend comes, he wins the Man of the Match award and suddenly…
Romelu Lukaku once again found the net for Belgium during their match against Sweden, which unfortunately had to be abandoned due to a shooting incident in Brussels. With this goal, Lukaku’s tally for Belgium now stands at 79, placing him on par with Neymar, who holds the record as Brazil’s all-time leading scorer. Lukaku has been representing Belgium since 2010, making his debut under coach Advocaat on March 3, 2010, in a friendly match against Croatia. Although he had to wait until November to score his first goal for the national team, he has since become a pivotal figure, contributing…
In a significant development within the Lagos State Football Association, the chairman has been suspended due to alleged misconduct. Reportedly, five out of nine board members voted in favor of suspending the chairman, Ogboni Fouad Oki, while four supported him. Under the leadership of LSFA Vice Chairman Alhaji Liameed Olawale Gafar, the board members released a statement to the media on Tuesday, detailing the violations committed by Oki that were in breach of the NFF’s laws and regulations. Gafar stated that Oki’s actions, including his absence from the NFF Congress without providing any justification or informing the LSFA Board, were…
The Al-Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, extended his international goal tally with his 126th and 127th goals as Portugal, led by Roberto Martinez, secured a resounding victory. Portugal dominated Bosnia and Herzegovina, leading 4-0 within the opening half-hour and scoring five goals by halftime. They emerged as convincing 5-0 winners, maintaining a perfect record in the Euro 2024 qualifying campaign. Manager Roberto Martinez fielded a full-strength lineup despite having already secured qualification for next year’s tournament. His team wasted no time in asserting their dominance over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Ronaldo initiated the scoring within the first 10 minutes, converting a penalty…
Jose Mourinho continues to be of interest to Saudi Arabian teams despite his earlier commitment to AS Roma amid the club’s challenging start to the 2023/24 Serie A season. The 60-year-old manager was previously strongly linked to a move to the Saudi Pro League last summer but opted to remain with Roma. According to One Football, Mourinho is expected to be approached once again by Saudi executives from the Pro League in the summer of 2024, as his contract with the Serie A club is set to expire. The ‘Special One’ is poised to become a free agent next summer…
A minimum of four nations have successfully secured their berths at Euro 2024. France, Portugal, and Belgium are the most recent teams to accomplish this feat on Friday night. As the tournament hosts, Germany had already guaranteed their place at Euro 2024. In a standout performance, Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice, propelling Portugal to a 3-2 victory over Slovakia and clinching the top spot in Group J. France solidified their presence at Euro 2024 with a 2-1 triumph over the Netherlands. Belgium managed to secure their position by narrowly defeating Austria 3-2, led by Dodi Lukebakio’s two goals before Romelu Lukaku…
Casemiro, the Manchester United midfielder, has encountered an ankle injury while representing his national team. In Brazil’s recent 1-1 draw with Venezuela, Casemiro had to exit the game with only 11 minutes remaining. The Selecao is scheduled to play against Uruguay on Tuesday night, but it is unlikely that the 31-year-old will participate. Following the Venezuela match, Brazil’s head coach, Fernando Diniz, stated, “Casemiro requested to be substituted due to an ankle injury.” Casemiro has been a fixture in Manchester United’s starting lineup for all eight of the team’s Premier League matches this season. After the international break, the Red…
Portugal’s captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has expressed his joy after his contribution led to his team’s qualification for Euro 2024. Ronaldo netted twice as Portugal secured a 3-2 victory over Slovakia in the Euro 2024 qualifier held at the Dragao stadium in Porto on Friday. Taking to Instagram to share his thoughts, Ronaldo, currently playing for Al-Nassr, posted: “We’re heading to EURO 2024! Delighted to have played a part in Portugal’s journey to another final stage of this prestigious competition. “My heartfelt gratitude to the Portuguese Football Federation and the fans in the stadium for the wonderful tribute!” Additionally, Goncalo Ramos…
According to Forbes, Cristiano Ronaldo, the captain of the Portugal national team, has emerged as the highest-earning footballer worldwide in 2023. Ronaldo, currently plying his trade for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, outpaced Lionel Messi and Neymar in earnings over the past year. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner also holds the distinction of being the highest-paid athlete across all sports. At 38 years of age, Ronaldo secured the top spot on the list with an estimated total income of $260 million. Ronaldo’s contract with Al Nassr is believed to be valued at $200 million, while his endorsements are estimated to…
Jurgen Klopp, the Liverpool manager, has identified Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sane as the leading candidate to fill the void left by Mohamed Salah, as reported by the UK Mirror. During the summer, Salah garnered significant attention from the Saudi Pro League, but Liverpool rebuffed all offers for the Egyptian star. Nevertheless, there is anticipation of a renewed, more substantial offer in the upcoming year, following Liverpool’s rejection of a £150 million bid from Al-Ittihad. Klopp foresees Salah’s departure and has already set his sights on Sane as the successor. Liverpool is willing to surpass their own transfer record, currently standing…
Victor Osimhen is scheduled to undergo an MRI scan to assess the extent of the injury he suffered during Nigeria’s 2-2 draw with Saudi Arabia. Osimhen had to be substituted in the 55th minute of the match due to the injury. Now, there are doubts surrounding the 24-year-old’s availability for the Super Eagles’ upcoming friendly against Mozambique’s Mambas on Monday. Head coach Jose Peseiro has confirmed that the Napoli striker will undergo the scan on Monday to determine the severity of the injury. Peseiro expressed his concerns during a media interaction after the game, stating, “At this moment, it is…
Nigerians have proposed a solution to the goalkeeping predicament facing the Nigeria Super Eagles under the leadership of head coach Jose Peseiro. They have suggested the inclusion of Super Falcons’ goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, to address the issue. In the aftermath of a goalkeeping challenge witnessed in the Super Eagles, Jose Peseiro, the head coach of the men’s team, has been advised to explore an alternative approach. This recommendation, put forth by concerned Nigerians, encourages Peseiro to contemplate the recruitment of Chiamaka Nnadozie from the Super Falcons to fortify the Super Eagles’ goalkeeping options. During the match between Nigeria and Saudi…
Let’s explore the Premier League’s most exceptional dribblers to have graced the game. 5. Cristiano Ronaldo Dribbling in football is an art form that few can master. The ability to glide past defenders with grace and precision is a skill that sets the great players apart from the rest. In the history of the Premier League, there have been some extraordinary dribblers, and here, we take a look at the best of them. Cristiano Ronaldo’s legacy in the Premier League is nothing short of legendary. While he is often praised for his prolific goal-scoring abilities, Ronaldo’s dribbling skills were equally…
Manchester United’s defender, Harry Maguire, has issued a January departure ultimatum if he remains a peripheral figure under manager Erik ten Hag. Ten Hag assumed the captaincy role ahead of the new season. Maguire, the English international, earned his first league start against Brentford due to injuries affecting six other defenders. He marked this occasion by contributing to Scott McTominay’s match-winning goal in a 2-1 victory last Saturday. Nonetheless, the 30-year-old anticipates returning to the substitute bench as soon as players like Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez regain fitness. “I am not going to sit here all my life and…
Romelu Lukaku, the Chelsea striker currently on loan at Roma, has characterized the circumstances preceding his departure from Stamford Bridge this summer as “stunning.” The Belgian also asserted that there were instances leading up to his exit that pushed him to the edge. After a loan spell with Inter Milan last season, Lukaku was expected to join Juventus. However, the 30-year-old ultimately came back to Chelsea in the summer, only to be excluded from the first-team roster before subsequently making a loan move back to Italy to join Roma. “Most of the people in the room know me. You know…
Reportedly, Cristiano Ronaldo, the former Manchester United forward, has been presented with an opportunity for a return to the Premier League and European football from Saudi Arabia. As per a report by El Nacional, the Al-Nassr captain has received information that he could potentially join Newcastle United, a Premier League club, in 2024. Cristiano Ronaldo departed from Manchester United in November 2022 after his contract was terminated. Following the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, he signed with the Saudi giants Al-Nassr in January 2023. The former star of Juventus and Real Madrid has delivered an impressive performance at Al-Nassr,…
Guillem Balague asserts that Lionel Messi will not embark on a loan journey with another team once the Major League Soccer season concludes. The 36-year-old captain of Inter Miami has been associated with a return to Barcelona and a prospective transfer to the Saudi Pro League. Inter Miami’s playoff hopes have been extinguished following a 1-0 defeat to FC Cincinnati on Saturday, and their season is set to conclude on October 21. Lionel Messi, the Argentine World Cup champion, has been limited to a mere 72 minutes of playing time in the MLS since early September, primarily due to injury.…
According to Mark Bullingham, the FA chief executive and a director at IFAB, the body responsible for determining the laws of the game, Premier League referees are not in favor of a rule change that could potentially allow fans to eavesdrop on conversations between match officials and VAR during live matches. Bullingham explained that this consideration was made in an effort to enhance transparency. However, there exists a “divide” regarding this concept between the officials and individuals involved in marketing and commercial aspects. Bullingham stated, “This is a topic that has been discussed in various IFAB meetings. Generally, there is…