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Ahmad Ahmad Reinstated as CAF President by CAS

Ahmad, the embattled president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has been dramatically restored back to his position following a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). He was banned by FIFA in November for five years after football's world governing body found him to have breached...

Odion Ighalo will be joining Saudi Arabian club Al-Shabab from Shanghai Shenhua

Saudi Arabian club, Al-Shabab have reportedly agreed to sign former Manchester United loanee Odion Ighalo from Shanghai Shenhua. The move for the 31-year-old Nigerian striker is subjected to him passing a medical after the footballer was given permission to talk with the Saudi Arabian club, according to Mail Online Football....

Arsenal 0-0 Manchester United : Pogba then put Fernandes through on 34 minutes

Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made five changes to the side that previously lost against Sheffield United with Luke Shaw and Victor Lindelof returning to the defence, Scott McTominay and Fred back in midfield and Edinson Cavani leading the line in attack as they played out a goalless draw with Arsenal...

Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Romelu Lukaku get match ban after heated confrontation

Footballers, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Romelu Lukaku have both received a one-match ban each following their heated confrontation in the Milan derby on Tuesday.  The AC Milan and Inter Milan strikers nearly came to blows just before half-time at the San Siro Stadium during their Coppa Italia clash.  Both players were issued...

Rodrigo Alain Cuevas has leg amputated after suffering severe injuries in his home

A young Mexican footballer has had his leg amputated after suffering severe injuries following an accident in his home. Rodrigo Alain Cuevas was a forward for Ciervos Chalco FC in the Liga Premier, the third tier of football in Mexico. The club said in a statement  that Cuevas, 27, had suffered third-degree...

Barcelona, Currently The Richest Club In The World (See Top 20 List)

Deloitte has revealed its list of the top 20 richest football clubs in the world. It is the first year since the annual study began that the giants of the sport have all made significant losses in their income. “We estimate that the 20 clubs in the Money League will lose...

Frank Lampard to be replaced by ex-PSG boss Thomas Tuchel

Frank Lampard is reportedly set to be sacked today by Chelsea following the club's slump in form that sees them sit ninth in the Premier League table.  According to Daily Telegraph, the board told players not to report to the training ground until Monday afternoon, January 25, as Lampard will...

The President of Brazilian of club Palmas with four players, killed in plane crash (photos

Four Palmas players and their club president have been killed after their plane crashed on take-off in Brazil on Sunday. The small aircraft was taking the group to Goiania, around 500 miles away for their Brazilian cup game against Vila Nova on Monday in the Copa Verde.  The pilot of the...

Fenerbahce President asks fans to help fund Mesut Ozil’s £13million salary

Fenerbahce have asked fans to help fund Mesut Ozil's £13million salary despite the Turkish club in over £460m debt before signing the ex-Arsenal star earlier this month.  The German midfielder is currently in Istanbul to seal his transfer move to the Turkish giants after terminating his contract with Arsenal.  While at the...

Jordon Ibe, confirmed to be ‘suffering from depression’

England-born Nigerian footballer, Jordon Ibe, who plays as a winger for Derby County has revealed he is 'suffering from depression' and is 'in a dark place.'  The 25-year-old former Liverpool and Bournemouth player, who joined the Derby County on a free transfer in September 2020, has featured just once for his new club and...

Cristiano Ronaldo became the highest goalscorer in footballing history – 760 goals

Cristiano Ronaldo has made history by becoming the all-time top goalscorer in football history after scoring his 760th-career goal. The 35-year-old Portuguese striker reached the stunning landmark after scoring the first goal for Juventus in their 2 - 0 win against Napoli to win the Italian Super Cup on Wednesday...

Victor Osimhen tops football transfers in the World – FIFA

Victor Osimhen's big-money move to Napoli from Lille has been listed among the top 10 transfers in 2020 by the world football governing body, FIFA. Recall the Nigerian striker, 22,  became Nigeria's most expensive player after signing a five-year deal worth €50 million (£45m/$59m) in July 2020.  In its Global Transfer Market...

Jack Wilshere signs short-term deal with Bournemouth

English club, Bournemouth have signed a short-term deal with former Arsenal, West Ham and England player, Jack Wilshere.  Wilshere trained with Bournemouth after leaving Hammers last year. The 29-year-old had been training with the club and has impressed manager, Jason Tindall  to award him with a short-term contract. Wilshere had a loan...

Mesut Ozil arrives in Turkey in confirmation to his move to Fenerbahce (photos)

Mesut Ozil has officially confirmed his move to Fenerbahce, bringing to an end his seven-and-a-half year stay at Arsenal.  The 32-year-old German midfielder, who joined the Gunners from Real Madrid in 2013 fell out of coach Mikel Arteta's plans since he took charge in December 2019. He will now join Turkish club, Fenerbahce, on a...

Liverpool play 0-0 draw with Manchester

Liverpool are still playing catch up with table topping Manchester United as they were held to a 0-0 draw at Anfield on Sunday night, January 17. Even with the high expectations before the game, fans were left disappointed as a lack of finishing quality was on show during the match. The following...

Lionel Messi shown first red card of Barcelona career after punching opponent

Athletic Bilbao stunned an error prone Barcelona on Sunday night, January 17, as they beat Barca 3-2 in extra time to win the Spanish Super Cup. In a match filled with nerve wrecking drama, six time Ballon d'or winner, Lionel Messi was shown the first red card of his Barcelona...

Sergio Aguero regrets for buying a Lamborghini Aventador

Manchester City and Argentiana striker, Sergio Aguero has expressed regret for splashing a mouthwatering £361,000 to purchase a Lamborghini Aventador back in 2014. Aguero who earns as much as £250,000 per week says the car has used barely 745 miles in six years since he bought it and that all the...

Rob Holding, Arsenal defender, signs a new three-year contract

Arsenal defender, Rob Holding has signed a new three-year contract with the option for a further year following an impressive 12 months at the Premier League club.  The English professional footballer who plays as a center-back has played 18 times in all competitions for the club this season. On signing the...

‘Barcelona does not regret not signing in Cristiano Ronaldo for €17m’ -Laporta

Barcelona were offered the chance to sign Cristiano Ronaldo before he joined Manchester United, former club president Joan Laporta has claimed, adding that he does not regret missing out on the Five time Ballon d'or winner . Ronaldo has been a prolific presence in front of goal for the last...

West Ham United appoints former pornstar to their board

Premier League club, West Ham United has appointed an ex-pornstar as a director to their board. Eve Vorley, whose real name is Emma Benton-Hughes, is the long-term partner of David Sullivan, West Ham’s joint-chairman and largest single shareholder. She is also the director of various X-rated films, including the 'Lesbian Student...

Paul Pogba moves Manchester United to top position for first time in three years

The highly criticized Paul Pogba was the game saver for Manchester United in a close clash with Burnley late Tuesday night, January 12.  United were the better side and made their greater ball possession pay in the second half, and for the first time since September 2017, United are top...

Sol Bamba, Cardiff defender, diagnosed with cancer

Cardiff defender Sol Bamba has been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a cancer that originates in the lymphatic system. Bluebirds' medical tea A club statement read: 'We are saddened to inform supporters that Sol Bamba has been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. 'With the close support of the club's medical team, Sol has immediately started...

I’ll never regret my decision to join Arsenal’ – Mesut Ozil

Arsenal's highest paid player, Mesut Ozil has stated that he doesn't regret joining the club,  even if the last several months have been difficult. The ex-Germany internation is close to the exit door at the Emirates as his role has diminished to the point where he has been removed altogether from...

Lampard confirms Kante’ injury

FRANK Lampard has confirmed N’Golo Kante has a hamstring problem, but is hopeful that his injury isn’t too serious with his star midfielder key to turning around a run of poor form. Chelsea’s manager is under increasing pressure following a bad run that has seen his side win just one...

Manchester United may win the Premier League title – Ole Gunnar Solkajaer

With an opportunity for Manchester United to go top of the English Premier League Table, if they beat Burnley on Tuesday, January 12, Head coach, Ole Gunnar Solkajaer has finally admitted the club are premier league title contenders. It will be the first time, United will be top of the table...

Kazuyoshi Miura, 53, World’s Oldest Professional footballer, signs new contract

The oldest goalscorer in Japanese football and the world's oldest professional footballer, Kazuyoshi Miura, has signed a new deal with his club that will keep him playing past his next birthday when he will be 54. 'King Kazu', as he is fondly called, who is the oldest goalscorer in Japanese professional...

Manchester United completes £37m signing of Amad Diallo

Manchester United have finalised the signing of Amad Diallo from Atalanta for a fee which could rise to £37 million ($50m) with add-ons. The deal was agreed back in October on the final day of the summer transfer window, but remained on hold as the club had to secure a...

Manchester United striker, Marcus Rashford rated the most valuable player in the world

Manchester United and England striker, Marcus Rashford has been rated as the most valuable player in the world. According to CIES Football Observatory, the 23-year-old has the highest estimated transfer value of players across Europe's big five leagues and is worth an eye-watering £149.8 million in today's market despite the...

Didier Lamkel Ze struggles with security guard as he’s prevented from entering club building (photos)

Cameroonian and Royal Antwerp striker, Didier Lamkel Ze, who is desperate to leave his current club angered the Belgian side on Wednesday morning, January 6. The 24-year-old foorballer showed up at his club training wearing his team fiercest rival Anderlecht home jersey in an attempt to force a move to Greek side Panathinaikos.  The shirt had...

Tyson Fury slams Anthony Joshua as he continues war of words ahead of their battle

Tyson Fury has slammed Anthony Joshua over his claims that he would knock the Gypsy King out in their 'Battle of Britain' heavyweight showdown.  The British duo are expected to meet in 2021 with talks over the fight still on going. Joshua appeared to confirm the proposed fight with Tyson last...

See English Premier League table (photo)

The English Premier league was in full swing over the weekend with some very interesting results most remarkably Chelsea's 1-3 loss to Manchester City which condemned the London club to 8th in the table. Liverpool, Manchester United, Leicester City, and Tottenham are the top four teams in the table respectively...

Cristiano Ronaldo surpasses Pele to become second-highest goalscorer

Cristiano Ronaldo has passed Brazil's Pele to become the second-highest goalscorer ever with his double against Udinese. The Juventus and  Portuguese forward, 35, scored twice, his 757th and 758th goal of his illustrious career in the 4-1 win for his club to keep the pressure on the top four in Serie...

Despite the Covid19 pandemic, Chelsea makes £32.5m profit

Chelsea football club of England have posted a profit of £32.5 million ($44.4m) in their latest financial results.  Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Blues saw their total turnover go down from the previous number of £446.7m ($610.6m) last year to £407.4m ($556.8m) this fiscal year ending June 30 2020. Most...

Neymar ordered to appear in court for planning to breach Covid19 protocols

Neymar has reportedly been ordered to appear 'urgently' before Rio de Janeiro state prosecutors in Brazil over reports the Paris Saint Germain forward is holding a five-day New Year's party for 150 guests amid new COVID-19 strain.  According to media reports, the event is said to start on New Year's...

Everton v Man City is postponed after corona virus infections

The Monday night clash between Everton and Manchester City has been postponed after five members of Pep Guardiola's squad tested positive for coronavirus.  The news comes after defender Kyle Walker, striker Gabriel Jesus and two City staff members returned positive tests.  According to reports, the virus has now spread within City's squad, meaning...

Cristiano Ronaldo wins Globe Soccer Player of the century

- Cristiano Ronaldo wraps up the year with a huge recognition - The 35-year-old was voted the best player of the century in dubai - Lewandowski bagged the player of the year while Real Madrid won club of the century https://twitter.com/Globe_Soccer/status/1343234126007185410 Five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo has been...

FIFA cancels U17 and U20 World Cups in 2021 due to COVID-19 pandemic invasion

FIFA has canceled the Under-17 and Under-20 World Cups scheduled for next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The news comes after the postponement of the Olympic Games and other global sporting tournaments.  In a statement released, FIFA said the 2021 edition of both tournaments will be cancelled, and the next...

“I want to take Tyson Fury’s head off his shoulders” – Anthony Joshua

World Heavyweight Boxing champion, Anthony Joshua has stoked fires of rivalry with Tyson Fury, for the first time after beating Kubrat Pulev early December.  According to Joshua, he wants to 'take Fury's head off his shoulders' and settle a score over an old Rolex promised to him by Fury after...

Joel Obi, Nigerian player, involved in racism storm in Italy

Italian club, Chievo, has accused a player of another Italian club, Pisa, of allegedly using racist language against Super Eagles midfielder, Joel Obi. According to Serie B side Chievo, Joel Obi was racially abused at the hands of a Pisa player, Michele Marconi, who allegedly made an offensive "slave" comment...

Kieran Trippier recieves a worldwide 10-week ban and fined £70,000 for misconduct

England and Atletico Madrid defender, Kieran Trippier has been handed 10 weeks ban and fined £70,000 by the FA following misconduct in relation to breaches of betting regulations.  The right-back, 30, was charged by the FA in May and had to withdraw from the England squad in October for the...

Cristiano Ronaldo wins the Golden Foot award (Photos)

Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Golden Foot award before his arch-rival, Lionel Messi. The Portuguese and Juventus striker, 35, had another standout season with Juventus winning Serie A title as well as grabbing the top goalscorer award, the Capocannoniere. Despite Messi winning more Balon d'Or awards than Ronaldo, the Barcelona star...

Manchester United and England legend, Wayne Rooney’s son, Kai signs with Man Utd

Manchester United and England legend, Wayne Rooney said it was a proud day to see his son, Kai, sign for his former club. 11-year-old Kai was pictured alongside his dad and mum Coleen putting pen to paper on a contract at the Old Trafford club. Rooney took to Twitter to celebrate...

Tottenham’s Premier League title challenge suffered a huge blow

Tottenham’s Premier League title challenge suffered a huge blow as Leicester moved above them into second with an impressive 2-0 away win on Sunday. Jamie Vardy’s penalty and a Toby Alderweireld own goal moved the Foxes four points behind leaders Liverpool as for once Harry Kane and Son Heung-min failed...

Marcus Rashford to sign new £300k a week Manchester United deal

Manchester United star, Marcus Rashford is in line for a lucrative new contract at Manchester United, according to reports by Daily Star.  According to the UK publication, the English forward will sign an extension in the new year which will bolster his £200,000-a-week salary, having impressed for Manchester United so...

FIFA FIFPro Men’s World11: Messi, Ronaldo and Lewandowski nominated

The 2020 FIFA FIFPro Men's World11 has been revealed with Lionel Messi , Cristiano Ronaldo and Robert Lewandowski included in the list.  The 2020 edition was revealed during The Best FIFA Football Awards virtual ceremony in Zurich on Thursday evening and included four Reds stars. The World11 was decided through the...

Paul Pogba claimed he remains fully committed to Manchester United

Paul Pogba claimed he remains fully committed to Manchester United despite his agent stating he is “unhappy” at Old Trafford and looking for a move in January. Pogba was recalled to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s starting line-up for Saturday’s uninspired 0-0 draw with Manchester City in the Premier League. The French World...

Anthony Joshua beats Pulev to retain world heavyweight championship belts (photos)

Anthony Joshua in the early hours of Sunday, December 12, beat Bulgaria’s Kubrat Pulev, by a knockout in the ninth round to retain his three world heavyweight championship belts after a year away in a title defence. Joshua regained the WBA, WBO and IBF titles in a rematch against Andy Ruiz Jr. last December...

Messi and others named finalists for The Best FIFA Men’s Player 2020

World football governing body, FIFA, has announced that Juventus/Portugal attacker, Cristiano Ronaldo, Barcelona/Argentina forward Lionel Messi and Bayern Munich/Poland striker Robert Lewandowski are the three finalists for The Best FIFA Men's Player award. On November 25, a shortlist of 11 players including Kevin De Bruyne, Sadio Mane, Kylian Mbappe, Neymar,...

Mario Balotelli transfers freely to AC Monza

Former Manchester City and Liverpool striker, Mario Balotelli, has joined Serie B side AC Monza until the end of the season. The 30-year-old Italian footballer, who has been without a club since leaving Brescia this summer, trained with Serie D side Franciacorta in November. But he has now signed a...

Floyd Mayweather will fight with Logan Paul in Febuary, 2021

Former five-weight boxing world champion, Floyd Mayweather, has announced he will take on Youtuber Logan Paul in a "special exhibition" fight in February 2021. The American undefeated champion, 43, made the announcement via his Instagram page. https://www.instagram.com/p/CIeQ8EmFJNq/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Mayweather is officially retired after a 50-0 boxing career with 27 KOs to his name....

Cristiano Ronaldo’s brother being investigated for fraud

Cristiano Ronaldo's brother, Hugo Aviero is currently being investigated for fraud after selling  shirts that were meant to be destroyed. According to reports in Italy, Hugo Dinarte Aveiro is reportedly under investigation by an Italian prosecutor as he has been accused of selling some special shirts produced by a small...

Paul Pogba reveals Coronavirus recovery struggles

France and Manchester United midfielder, Paul Pogba has come out to detail the struggles he experienced while recovering from Coronavirus. Pogba was diagnosed with Covid-19 on August 27, which forced him to spend 10 days in quarantine before returning to full training with United. He was then named in Ole Gunnar...

Brendan Rodgers rates Ndidi Europe’s best

Leicester City Coach Brendan Rodgers has described the Nigeria International Wilfred Ndidi as one of the best defensive midfielders in the English Premier League (EPL) as well as in Europe. Excited about the return of Ndidi to the Foxes’ first team action since he suffered a groin injury against Burnley...

Jarrell Miller banished from boxing for two years for drug use

American heavyweight champion, Jarrell Miller has been handed a two-year boxing ban from the Nevada Commission after his fourth positive drugs test in 12 months The 32-year-old Miller failed multiple drug tests in the run-up to his proposed fight with Anthony Joshua at Madison Square Garden in 2019. He was...

France draw Belgium, Italy to face Spain in semi-finals on UEFA Nations League

The draw for the UEFA Nations League semi-finals has been conducted, with the top four best teams in Europe set to battle for ultimate glory. On Thursday night, December 4,  European football governing body, UEFA announced that World Cup holders France will play against world number one Belgium while semi-final...

PSG beat Manchester United 3-1 in the UEFA Champions League (Photos/video)

Manchester United lost at home to PSG as they failed to secure a place in the Champions League last 16 with a game left to spare on Wednesday night, December 2, 2020.          United went into the game at Old Trafford knowing a draw would be enough...