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Ligue 1: PSG collapses against Nice ahead of Arsenal Champions League clash
In a fiery encounter, PSG fell to Nice (1-3) on Friday night in Ligue 1—a heavy defeat for the Parisians just days before their crucial Champions League clash against Arsenal. The Parisians’ impressive unbeaten run in Ligue 1 has come… -
FIFA Matchday: Nigeria to face Russia next June
Nigeria will travel to Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium on Friday, June 6, to take on Russia, the football federations of both countries announced. Nigeria will also be participating in the June international break, which in Africa is dedicated to preparations for… -
Copa del Rey Final: Mbappé included in Real Madrid squad to face Barça
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has announced his 21-man squad for Saturday’s El Clásico against FC Barcelona—and Kylian Mbappé is in. The Olympic Stadium in Seville will host a highly anticipated clash this Saturday between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona,… -
Manchester United: André Onana set to leave, transfer fee revealed
André Onana could leave Manchester United this summer, with the club reportedly setting his transfer fee at £20 million. According to the Mirror, the Red Devils are willing to sanction the sale of the Cameroonian goalkeeper for a fee of… -
Barça: squad announced for El Clásico final against Real Madrid, with a major return
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has revealed the squad list for Saturday’s El Clásico against Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final. Back from injury, Marc-André ter Stegen is included in the group. The highly anticipated Copa del Rey final… -
Women’s Futsal AFCON: Cameroon suffer heavy opening loss to Morocco
Cameroon faced Morocco on Thursday evening in the group stage of the Women’s Futsal Africa Cup of Nations, and the Indomitable Lionesses fell to a crushing 7–1 defeat. It was a rough start for Cameroon at the tournament, which is… -
“I wanted to leave as much as I wanted to die” – Navas on his departure from Real Madrid
In an interview with Cadena SER, Keylor Navas opened up about his departure from Real Madrid in 2019, revealing that he left the club with a heavy heart. Having left PSG at the end of the 2023–2024 season, the Costa… -
Women’s Futsal AFCON: Angola crush Egypt to advance to the next round
Angola defeated Egypt 3–1 on Thursday during the second matchday of the Women’s Futsal Africa Cup of Nations group stage. A crucial victory for the Palancas Negras, who secured their spot in the knockout stages. The group phase of the… -
Premier League: Jamie Vardy to leave Leicester after 13 seasons
Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy will leave the club at the end of this season. The Foxes announced on Thursday that Vardy will depart after 13 years at the King Power Stadium. The 38-year-old forward joined Leicester in 2012 from… -
Spain: Victor Valdés appointed head coach of fourth-division club
After coaching youth teams at FC Barcelona since retiring in 2017, former goalkeeper Victor Valdés is returning to the professional sidelines. The ex-Spain international has been appointed head coach of Real Ávila, a club competing in Spain’s fourth division. It’s… -
Real Madrid: major setback for Eduardo Camavinga
Eduardo Camavinga was forced off due to injury during Wednesday night’s 1–0 win over Getafe, and the verdict is in: the Real Madrid midfielder has suffered a complete rupture of the tendon in his left adductor. Real Madrid secured three… -
Real Madrid: Vinicius Junior faces possible two-year suspension over alleged FIFA rule violation
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior could face a two-year suspension after being accused by FIFA of owning stakes in multiple football clubs, a violation of conflict-of-interest rules. The Brazilian winger is reportedly under investigation by FIFA for allegedly breaching regulations… -
La Liga: Real Madrid edge past Getafe and stay close behind Barça
With a goal from Arda Guler before the half-hour mark, Real Madrid defeated Getafe 1–0 on Wednesday night in La Liga. A crucial win that keeps Los Blancos within four points of league leaders Barcelona. Wednesday saw the 33rd round… -
SPL: Saudi Arabia sets sights on Raphinha
With Cristiano Ronaldo inevitably nearing the end of his career, Saudi Arabia is already searching for a new marquee star to headline its domestic league. And the Gulf giant has now turned its attention to Barcelona captain Raphinha. After failed… -
Champions League: Luis Figo predicts the winner
Former Real Madrid and Barcelona star Luis Figo has named the club he believes will win this year’s UEFA Champions League. The tournament resumes next week with the semifinal fixtures. Four teams remain in the race for the coveted trophy:… -
FIFA break: Morocco to face Tunisia and Benin in friendlies
The Moroccan national football team will face Tunisia and Benin this June during the FIFA international break. As host of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled to take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, Morocco is… -
Premier League: Manchester City edge past Aston Villa, Pep Guardiola overjoyed
Thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Matheus Nunes, Manchester City secured a hard-fought 2–1 win over Aston Villa on Tuesday night in the Premier League. A crucial victory that Pep Guardiola celebrated with great enthusiasm. Manchester City took another major… -
“He’s the best, everyone should follow his example” – Luis Figo on Lamine Yamal
Former Real Madrid and Barcelona midfielder Luis Figo has heaped praise on Lamine Yamal, who continues to deliver standout performances this season. On Monday, Lamine Yamal was named World Breakthrough of the Year at the 2025 Laureus World Sports Awards… -
“You’re a complete failure, you can’t win the Ballon d’Or” – Former PSG star slams Kylian Mbappé
Former Paris Saint-Germain star Jérôme Rothen has told Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé that he won’t win the Ballon d’Or this year. Speaking to RMC Radio, the ex-Rangers player stated that the 2018 World Cup winner has been a “resounding… -
Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé ruled out of Getafe clash
Injured in the ankle last week against Arsenal, Kylian Mbappé will miss Real Madrid’s La Liga trip to Getafe this Wednesday, manager Carlo Ancelotti confirmed. What had been expected for several days is now official: Kylian Mbappé has been ruled… -
Premier League: Manchester United have found André Onana’s replacement
Manchester United have identified a replacement for André Onana, whose performances in goal have been increasingly underwhelming. The Red Devils have set their sights on FC Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa. Onana has committed several costly errors in recent months, including… -
PSG squad to face Nantes: Achraf Hakimi left out
PSG head coach Luis Enrique has named his squad for Tuesday night’s Ligue 1 clash away to Nantes — a group that does not include Achraf Hakimi, who has been rested. Paris Saint-Germain travel to Nantes this Tuesday evening for… -
Women’s Futsal AFCON: Morocco vs Namibia, Angola vs Guinea – Tuesday’s fixtures
Here’s the schedule for Tuesday’s matches in the opening round of the group stage of the 2025 Women’s Futsal Africa Cup of Nations. The inaugural edition of the Women’s Futsal AFCON kicks off this Tuesday with the first round of… -
Neymar turned down a massive offer from Real Madrid
In an interview with the Spanish outlet AS, André Cury looked back on Neymar’s 2013 transfer from Santos to Barcelona. The renowned agent revealed that the Brazilian star could have joined Real Madrid instead. Back in 2013, Neymar was making… -
Rafael Nadal: “I don’t miss tennis”
Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has made it clear that he doesn’t miss the sport. On Monday, Nadal received the Sporting Icon award at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid. During his career, the 38-year-old won 22 Grand Slam titles,… -
U-20 AFCON 2025: Full Tournament Schedule Revealed
CAF has unveiled the full schedule for the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, which also serves as the qualifying tournament for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. In just a few months, African football fans will once again… -
Real Madrid Squad to Face Athletic Bilbao, Mbappé Suspended
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has announced his squad for Sunday’s La Liga clash against Athletic Bilbao. Notably absent from the list is Kylian Mbappé, who is serving a suspension. After being knocked out of the Champions League, Real Madrid… -
Ligue 1: PSG squad to face Le Havre
PSG manager Luis Enrique has announced his squad for Saturday’s home match against Le Havre in Ligue 1. Notably absent from the list is Ousmane Dembélé, who has been given a rest. Ligue 1 takes center stage this Saturday with… -
“I wanted to return to Barça”: Lionel Messi’s shocking confession
Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi has revealed that he wanted to return to Barcelona—but ultimately, it didn’t work out. The Argentine legend was eager to rejoin the La Liga giants after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Messi, now 38… -
Barça: Lionel Messi full of praise for Lamine Yamal
At just 17 years old, Lamine Yamal is already leading Barcelona’s attacking line and continues to win over the biggest names in football. The latest to fall under the spell of the Spanish forward is none other than Argentine legend…