The joint bid by Nigeria and its neighboring Republic of Benin has emerged as a strong contender in the race to host the 36th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in 2027. The Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football is scheduled to conduct the voting process for the host nations of both 2025 and 2027 during a meeting set to take place in Cairo on Wednesday. The venue for this meeting will be the Cairo Marriott Hotel, situated in the Zamalek district of downtown Cairo. While Morocco appears to have a secure hold on hosting the 2025…
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FC Vorskla Poltava, a Ukrainian team, has unveiled their home kit, featuring a design identical to that of the Super Eagles jersey. This jersey will be worn during their home matches throughout the 2023/24 season. The lookalike outfits of both teams were designed by one of the biggest football jersey brands in the world, Nike. Nike, who made the jersey design are the official sponsor of both Vorskla Poltava and the Super Eagles. Vorskla Poltava and Super Eagles lookalike jersey Vorskla Poltava and Super Eagles are currently having a lookalike jersey as seen via a post on social media. An…
Erik ten Hag made his presence felt at Manchester United by implementing five stringent rules for the players, and it seems that Jadon Sancho may have violated a few of them. Sancho’s recent situation at Manchester United has seen him training separately from the first-team squad following a public dispute with his manager after the team’s 3-2 loss to Arsenal in the Premier League. The Manchester United manager attributed Sancho’s absence from the matchday squad to his performance in training. In response, Sancho posted a lengthy message on social media, disputing his manager’s remarks and feeling as though he was…
Andy Goldstein suggests that Mauricio Pochettino’s job might be in jeopardy if Chelsea fails to secure victories against Fulham and Burnley! Chelsea suffered a 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa over the weekend, marking their third loss in six games. As a result, they currently occupy 14th place in the standings, with a four-point cushion over 18th-placed Luton and trailing fourth-placed Tottenham by nine points. Pochettino has already pleaded with the Chelsea board for patience, insisting that he is overseeing a process at Stamford Bridge, but Goldstein believes that the club could decide to sack the Argentine if they fail to…
Andy Goldstein, a pundit on TalkSPORT, suggests that Mauricio Pochettino might face dismissal if Chelsea doesn’t secure victories in their upcoming two matches. Chelsea were beaten 1-0 by Aston Villa at the weekend, recording their third defeat in six games. The Blues now sit 14th, four points ahead of 18th-placed Luton and nine behind fourth-placed Tottenham. While Pochettino has implored the Chelsea board for patience and stressed that he is managing a transitional phase at Stamford Bridge, Goldstein is of the opinion that the club may opt to terminate the Argentine’s contract if they do not emerge victorious in their…
During Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, midfielder Declan Rice sustained an injury. The England midfielder was taken off during the break and Jorginho came on in his place. Rice emerged with a bandage on his left calf as he made his way onto the bench in the second half. After the game, manager Mikel Arteta revealed Rice was suffering from discomfort. “He had some discomfort in his back and was telling us during the first half he was uncomfortable,” Arteta told reporters after the match. When further pressed if Rice was out for short or medium term, he…
In the North London derby on Sunday, Arsenal twice seized the lead, but they were unable to maintain their advantage as Spurs fought back to secure a point. Bukayo Saka played a significant role in both of Arsenal’s goals, with one shot deflecting off Cristian Romero before he converted a penalty. However, Son Heung-min’s brace ensured that the match ended in a draw at the Emirates. Here are the upcoming opponents that Mikel Arteta and Arsenal will be aiming to secure victories against in their next six games: 1. Brentford vs Arsenal – Carabao Cup – Date/Kick-off Time (BST): 27/09/23…
English footballer Marcus Rashford was in a car accident while heading home after Manchester United’s 1-0 victory against Burnley on Saturday, September 23. It’s been gathered that Rashford was driving his £700,000 Rolls Royce when the collision took place. Images of the aftermath have been shared on social media showing a dent in the car following the crash. Fellow United star Bruno Fernandes reportedly stopped to help out after coming across the scene of the collision, which severely dented Rashford’s Rolls Royce Black Badge Wraith. According to The Sun, Rashford was shaken but not hurt in the car crash. Police…
Explore the darkest chapters in Chelsea’s history by uncovering the club’s most devastating defeats. Every football club, no matter how successful, has its fair share of ups and downs. Chelsea, one of England’s most prominent clubs, is no exception. While the Blues have enjoyed numerous triumphs and moments of glory, they have also suffered some humiliating defeats throughout its long and storied history. In this article, we will take a look at the worst defeats in Chelsea’s history. Aston Villa 7-1 Chelsea (1952) On April 15, 1952, Chelsea faced a nightmarish day at Villa Park. The Blues conceded seven goals,…
The former Bayern Munich center-back appeared disoriented as Real Madrid’s perfect start to the season came to an end. Real Madrid delivered a lackluster defensive performance and lacked offensive sharpness in a disappointing 3-1 defeat against Atletico Madrid on Sunday. The team was vulnerable to counter-attacks, with their typically reliable defender David Alaba responsible for conceding three nearly identical headers to their cross-town rivals, resulting in Real Madrid dropping their first points of the La Liga season. Alvaro Morata opened the scoring in just four minutes, directing Samuel Lino’s diagonal pass into the net beyond a motionless Kepa Arrizabalaga. The…
Despite losing their star striker in the first half, Paris Saint-Germain displayed dominance over their arch-rivals in a 4-0 victory against Marseille at Parc des Princes on Sunday. Kylian Mbappe suffered an early ankle injury and had to leave the field, but PSG maintained their strength. Goals from Achraf Hakimi, Randal Kolo Muani, and Goncalo Ramos secured a comfortable three points for the French champions in Le Classique. Marseille threatened early on through Vitinha, who had one effort blocked and then hit the woodwork, but the visitors soon fell apart as PSG grew stronger as the game wore on. Luis…
Chelsea’s manager, Mauricio Pochettino, has shared his insights into the factors contributing to his team’s 1-0 loss against Aston Villa during Sunday’s Premier League match at Stamford Bridge. As previously reported, Aston Villa secured all three points with a second-half goal from Ollie Watkins, and Chelsea’s Malo Gusto received a red card during the match. During his post-match press conference, Pochettino suggested that the red card Chelsea received had a significant impact on the game’s trajectory. He stated, “In the first half, I believe we deserved more. We began the second half strongly, but the game changed after the red…
Manchester United, formerly a formidable force, currently occupies the 13th spot in the league standings. They are set to face Burnley in an upcoming fixture, having suffered four defeats in their first six games of the season across all competitions. This marks the first time such a poor start has occurred since the 1986/87 season when Sir Alex Ferguson assumed managerial duties at the club. This trend should undoubtedly raise concerns for Erik Ten Hag. Manchester United’s recent struggles have raised numerous concerns among fans and analysts alike. The team’s 4-3 defeat at the hands of Bayern Munich in the…
Arsenal’s midfielder, Jorginho, has shared his perspective on his team’s pursuit of the title this season. Jorginho shared his perspective on Arsenal’s title ambitions this season during an interview with Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio (via Football Italia). The Italian midfielder came close to winning the Premier League with Arsenal last season but narrowly missed out to Manchester City. Currently, Arsenal is trailing league leaders and defending champions, Manchester City, by two points after five games this season. When asked about Arsenal’s chances of winning the Premier League this season, the 31-year-old emphasized that Mikel Arteta’s team has a chance…
Former Mancity striker, Sergio Aguero has said that he would like to see Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola coach Argentina national team in the near future. Aguero, who played under Guardiola during his time at Man City in the past, said everyone would be happy should the Spaniard manage Argentina. Guardiola has reached the pinnacle of club football on more than one occasion. He is widely considered to be one of the best coaches in the game. Speaking to Stake (reported via GOAL), Aguero was asked if he would want to see Guardiola coach the Argentine football team. The former…
“A number of senior Manchester United players are expressing their displeasure with manager Erik ten Hag over the undignified conclusion to goalkeeper David de Gea’s career. David de Gea bid farewell to Old Trafford this summer after a 12-year tenure with the Premier League club. Despite experiencing some fluctuations in his form during the latter stages of his Manchester United career, the Spanish goalkeeper claimed the Golden Gloves award last season and earned the title of the club’s Player of the Year on four different occasions. However, the 32-year-old was essentially ushered out of the exit door during the summer…
“Things are on the upswing for Arsenal, and the announcement of Captain Martin Odegaard’s contract extension until 2028 will undoubtedly bring joy to the Gunners’ faithful. Mikel Arteta, who appointed Odegaard as captain, a choice that is proving to be increasingly wise with each passing day, is undoubtedly as thrilled as anyone that the club has secured their key player for what is anticipated to be the peak years of his career, notwithstanding any potential injuries.” With this new deal, the 24-year-old Norwegian has ascended to become Arsenal’s top-earning player. As the player himself notes in media released on X…
Erik ten Hag has urged his Manchester United squad to respond strongly following their 4-3 defeat in the Champions League against Bayern Munich on Wednesday. In the first half, an unfortunate mistake by Andre Onana, conceding a soft shot from Leroy Sane, put United at a deficit, followed by Serge Gnabry extending Bayern’s lead to 2-0 just four minutes later. Rasmus Hojlund managed to pull one back for United, but Harry Kane converted a penalty, and Mathys Tel added a fourth for Bayern, rendering Casemiro’s late double a mere consolation. The defeat is United’s third in a row and fourth…
Andre Onana, who Manchester United had high hopes for this summer, committed a disastrous blunder that unraveled the excellent start by the Red Devils and set Bayern Munich on the course for their 4-3 victory on Wednesday. This defeat adds even more pressure on Erik ten Hag. The Red Devils began the game surprisingly well and had a chance to seize the lead. However, Onana’s weak effort to block a relatively tame shot from Leroy Sane put them at a disadvantage. Bayern then capitalized with goals from Serge Gnabry, Harry Kane, and the young Mathys Tel. United can take some…
The pair appeared completely at ease as the Gunners asserted their dominance in their first top-tier European match in seven years, ultimately securing a convincing 4-0 victory. Arsenal marked their return to the Champions League with a comfortable 4-0 win on their home turf against PSV on Wednesday. The Gunners efficiently sealed the victory by halftime, with Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard, and Gabriel Jesus all scoring for the commanding hosts before the break. It wasn’t just the attacking trio that left a mark for Mikel Arteta’s team. Martin Odegaard was exceptional, displaying remarkable chemistry with his teammates and delivering a…