Former Manchester United star Paul Scholes has criticized the club’s manager, Erik ten Hag, for signing André Onana and Matthijs de Ligt, stating that neither player is good enough for Manchester United or Ten Hag’s style of play. United signed Onana from Inter Milan two summers ago for a reported £47 million. However, the Cameroonian goalkeeper has struggled to make an impact at Old Trafford, facing significant criticism for his performances. Last season, Onana played 38 Premier League games, conceding 58 goals while keeping nine clean sheets. This season, he has already let in five goals in just three league…
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On Friday, Inter and AC Milan rejected the proposal to modernize and renovate the iconic San Siro stadium, which they share, according to Milan’s mayor, Giuseppe Sala. “The two clubs have declined the San Siro restructuring project proposed by construction group WeBuild,” Sala said after meeting with representatives from both clubs. “Their technical and economic feasibility analyses concluded that the project cannot be carried out at a sustainable cost, and they do not wish to pursue it.” However, both clubs are open to reviving their initial plan for a new stadium near the current San Siro site, Sala added. “We’re…
Rwanda head coach Torsten Spittler has supported the decision of the Moroccan referee to disallow Ademola Lookman’s goal for the Super Eagles during Tuesday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Kigali. The match between Rwanda and Nigeria ended in a 0-0 draw at the Amahoro Stadium. Lookman’s 22nd-minute header was ruled out by the referee, and Spittler explained that it was due to an infringement in the buildup to the goal. “There was a foul leading up to the goal. Semi Ajayi, heading towards the second post, pushed our player,” Spittler said. “The referee was in a good position…
Former Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is on the shortlist to become the next England manager. The Football Association is exploring options for a new head coach, despite Lee Carsley’s successful interim stint, which included 2-0 victories over the Republic of Ireland and Finland. Although England performed well in those matches, their first since Gareth Southgate’s departure after an eight-year tenure, the FA is considering other candidates for the role. According to the Daily Telegraph, Lampard is among the four potential candidates being considered, separate from the possibility of appointing Carsley as Southgate’s permanent successor.
Paris Saint-Germain’s Sporting Director, Luis Campos, has clarified that the club never made an offer for Victor Osimhen. The Ligue 1 champions were previously linked with the Nigerian striker before the start of the current European season, with rumors suggesting PSG saw him as a potential replacement for Kylian Mbappé, who left for Real Madrid. In an exclusive interview with SportItalia correspondent Tancredi Palmeri at the Thinking Football event, Campos stated, “PSG never made an offer to Napoli for Osimhen.” Osimhen has since completed a loan move to Turkish Super Lig champions, Galatasaray.
Argentina winger Ángel Di María has described former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal as the worst coach he has ever worked with. The 36-year-old, who has played for Rosario Central, Benfica, Real Madrid, United, Paris Saint-Germain, and Juventus, enjoyed success at most of his clubs. However, his stint at Manchester United was challenging, with Di María managing only four goals in 32 appearances during the 2014/2015 season. Di María now attributes his difficult period at United to Van Gaal, who managed the club from July 2014 to May 2016. In his Netflix documentary ‘Breaking Down the Wall,’ while holding…
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has participated in his first training session with Galatasaray since joining the club. Osimhen had little time to settle in Istanbul before heading to Nigeria for international duty. During the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, the 25-year-old made two substitute appearances. He came off the bench to score Nigeria’s second goal in a 3-0 victory against Benin Republic.
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has shared a lighthearted moment when manager Carlo Ancelotti jokingly threatened to replace him with his younger brother, Jobe Bellingham. Speaking on his YouTube channel, as reported by Fabrizio Romano, the England international recalled that Ancelotti made the comment after watching Jobe score two goals in a match. Bellingham has firmly established himself at Real Madrid since his move from Borussia Dortmund two seasons ago. He is also in contention for this year’s Ballon d’Or after an exceptional season, winning the Champions League, La Liga, and other titles with the club. “I remember when my…
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has provided injury updates ahead of their match against Southampton this weekend. The Red Devils are aiming to recover from a 3-0 defeat to Liverpool before the international break. With only three points from their first three games, the fixture against Southampton is crucial. Ten Hag will be without Rasmus Hojlund and Luke Shaw, though Manuel Ugarte may be included in the squad. “Hojlund and Shaw are progressing well but won’t be ready,” Ten Hag told reporters. “Ugarte played for Uruguay and returned this afternoon—he is the only player available for this game.”
Randy Waldrum, head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, has stepped down from his role, giving the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) time to find a replacement. Waldrum, an American, submitted his resignation with immediate effect, leaving the Super Falcons without a coach. According to Pulse Sports, this decision comes just over a month after he expressed his affection for the team following a disappointing performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Despite this, health issues concerning his wife forced him to resign. A post from OgaNla Media confirmed that Waldrum’s departure is linked to his wife’s health. In a letter dated September…
French club PSG has reportedly refused to pay Kylian Mbappe nearly £50 million in unpaid wages, despite being ordered to do so by the LFP, the governing body of French professional football. The LFP had instructed the club to pay the missing bonuses and wages owed to Mbappe from his seven-year stint in Paris. However, PSG has confirmed they will not comply with the ruling. The disagreement stems from Mbappe’s contentious departure from the Parc des Princes earlier in the summer, and whether he was entitled to leave on a free transfer. Mbappe is believed to have contacted UEFA last…
Former Super Eagles head coach Samson Siasia believes the current team lacks a creative midfielder. According to Siasia, the Super Eagles need a playmaker similar to former captain Austine Jay Jay Okocha to reach world-class status. Since Okocha retired from international football in 2006, Nigeria has struggled to find an adequate replacement. Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi was expected to fill the role but did not meet expectations. Fulham’s Alex Iwobi has been deployed in the number 10 role in recent years, but Siasia feels he is not suited for the position. “We don’t have an offensive midfielder capable…
Enyimba’s technical adviser, Olanrewaju Yemi, has admitted that the team lacks detailed information about their CAF Confederation Cup opponent, Etoile Filante. The People’s Elephant are set to face the Burkinabe side in the first leg of the second preliminary round at the Mamadou Konatè Stadium in Bamako on Friday. Despite the uncertainty, Olanrewaju emphasized that the team’s primary goal is to win. “We don’t have much information about our opponent, but I’m sure they have been following us,” Yemi told the club’s media. “We are Enyimba FC, and we understand what this club represents. Winning is part of our culture,…
Japan head coach Michihisa Kano is anticipating a tough battle against Nigeria, according to Torizone reports. The 2018 champions are set to face the Falconets in the second round of the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup on Friday morning at Estadio El Techo, Bogota. Despite Japan’s impressive performance in the group stage, where they won all three matches, Kano is aware that the knockout rounds present a bigger challenge. “It was great to win all three matches, but we know the opponents will be tougher from this point,” Kano told FIFA.com. “We need to focus on improving our fitness…
Al Nassr striker Cristiano Ronaldo has criticized Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag for his comments about the team’s prospects in the Premier League and Champions League this season. Ronaldo, who believes United “need to rebuild everything,” took issue with Ten Hag’s downplaying of the team’s chances for major trophies. Speaking on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, Ronaldo said, “In my opinion, Manchester United need a complete rebuild.” He added criticism of Ten Hag’s approach: “The coach says they can’t compete for the League or Champions League. As Manchester United’s coach, you shouldn’t say you won’t fight for these titles.…
Former England manager Gareth Southgate has expressed that he is in no hurry to return to work and is open to exploring opportunities both within and outside football. The 54-year-old stepped down after England’s Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain and was linked with the Manchester United job over the summer. However, Southgate emphasized his desire to take a break and recharge. Speaking to Sky News, he said: “I’ve got lots of opportunities, and I’m very open-minded about what’s next. That could be in football or outside of football. I’m going to take some time to refresh, recharge, and then…
Rio Ferdinand revealed that his wife was furious after he took a 1 a.m. phone call from former Manchester United teammate Cristiano Ronaldo. In the summer of 2021, Ronaldo was preparing to leave Serie A giants Juventus after three years in Italy. While rumors linked the five-time Ballon d’Or winner with a shocking move to Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, he ultimately returned to Manchester United. However, less than 18 months later, Ronaldo parted ways with the club following a fallout with manager Erik ten Hag, leaving as a free agent. Ferdinand, speaking on Ronaldo’s YouTube channel, recalled the moment: “We…
Former Manchester City and Argentina star, Sergio Aguero, has backed Raheem Sterling to help Arsenal challenge Manchester City for the Premier League title this season. Aguero praised Sterling as a fantastic addition to the Gunners’ squad, noting the strong connection between Sterling and Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, who previously worked together at City. Speaking to Stake, Aguero described Sterling as a “solid reinforcement” for Arsenal, adding, “It’s a great signing. Arteta and Raheem know each other very well from their time at City, and Mikel will surely find a way to get the best out of him.” Aguero also highlighted…
“I’m optimistic about the future of the organization and eager to contribute to the club’s success. I recognize the work ahead and am thrilled to remain a part of this team for years to come,” she added. Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has signed a new two-year contract with NWSL club Houston Dash, starting January 1, 2025. The deal includes a mutual option for the 2027 NWSL regular season. Alozie, who joined the Dash in 2021, has become a key player for the team. She expressed her excitement about continuing with the club, saying, “Houston will always hold a special…
Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has called on Erik ten Hag to appoint Kobbie Mainoo as the new captain of Manchester United, stating that the young English international represents the future of the club. Speaking to Top Offshore Sportsbooks, Petit emphasized that Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho have the potential to be leaders at Old Trafford and should be given more responsibility. “I’m looking at the squad and I don’t see any leaders. United’s standout players have been Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo,” Petit said. “It would be a bold move, but if I were Ten Hag, I might make a…