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World Cup 2026 prep: Amman tournament under threat from Middle East tensions
Scheduled for this month in Amman, the friendly tournament in which the Nigerian national football team was set to participate could be relocated to Europe due to regional tensions, while Iran is already considering withdrawing from the competition. Geopolitical tensions… -
Al Nassr: “it’s more serious than expected”, Jorge Jesus provides an update on CR7’s injury
Suffered a muscle injury during Al‑Nassr’s last match, the Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo will undergo a period of convalescence and travel to Spain to undergo treatment, as confirmed by his coach Jorge Jesus. Concerns are growing around Cristiano Ronaldo. On… -
Gareth Bale reveals why he chose Real Madrid over Manchester United
Former Welsh winger Gareth Bale revealed that, despite Manchester United making a bigger offer, his mind was already made up to join Real Madrid in 2013, also mentioning an informal agreement with Daniel Levy to prevent a transfer to a… -
White House: when Messi’s visit turns into Trump’s surreal speech
Welcomed to the White House with Inter Miami after winning the MLS title, Lionel Messi attended an unexpected address by Donald Trump, blending football career praises, comparisons with Pelé, and geopolitical digressions that surprised the audience. The ceremonial visit of… -
Arsenal: several players set to leave
Enticed by the performances of the Ecuadorian defender Piero Hincapié, on loan from Leverkusen, Arsenal would consider exercising its purchase option, estimated at £45 million, while preparing several departures to balance its books at the upcoming transfer window. Arsenal already… -
PSG: Vitinha closes the door on Real Madrid
Courted by Real Madrid and coveted on the transfer market, Vitinha has assured that he is not considering leaving Paris Saint-Germain, where he says he is fully thriving. As Real Madrid actively scans the transfer market to strengthen its midfield,… -
“I couldn’t care less…”, Donald Trump on Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup
Three months ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, tensions between the United States and Iran cast a political shadow over a competition that FIFA nonetheless hopes to keep free from diplomatic turbulence. Less than a hundred days before the… -
Real Madrid: Rodrygo suffers an ACL rupture.
Already reeling from a string of bad luck and an overburdened medical staff, Real Madrid loses Rodrygo for several months after a knee ligament rupture, a major blow in the title race. Another blow for Real Madrid. Beaten at home… -
Arsenal: Arteta provides an update ahead of Brighton
À la veille du déplacement sur la pelouse de Brighton, l’entraineur d’Arsenal, Mikel Arteta s’est voulu rassurant sur plusieurs cadres, tout en entretenant le doute autour de son capitaine Martin Odegaard. À la veille du déplacement sur la pelouse de… -
Copa del Rey: Lookman and Atlético 90 minutes from the final
Having taken a big away win over FC Barcelona in the first leg, Ademola Lookman’s Atlético Madrid head into the Camp Nou return in a strong position. Ademola Lookman is about to experience a decisive evening in Atlético Madrid colours.… -
War in Iran: Cristiano Ronaldo left Saudi Arabia in the middle of the night (media)
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly fled in the middle of the night aboard his private jet, in a context of Iranian strikes on Riyadh, raising concerns about his safety and that of his family. As the American embassy in Riyadh came under… -
World Cup 2026: Iran in limbo after U.S. strikes
In a context of major military tensions with Washington, the participation of Iran’s national team in the 2026 World Cup in North America appears more uncertain than ever. The shockwave extends well beyond the boundaries of the field. In the… -
Manchester City: Semenyo, Guardiola’s trump card
Semenyo, the match-winner against Leeds, confirms his rapid integration into the English champions’ squad, to the point of impressing Pep Guardiola in the title race. The Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, praised Antoine Semenyo’s immediate impact since his arrival at… -
La Liga: Real Madrid’s squad to face Getafe
Real Madrid has unveiled the list of players selected to face Getafe in La Liga. Kylian Mbappé is not included. Real Madrid face Getafe this Monday to close out the 26th matchday of La Liga. A decisive match for Real… -
MLS: Inter Miami overturns Orlando, Messi scores a brace.
Trailing 2-0 at halftime, Inter Miami overturned Orlando thanks to a decisive brace from Lionel Messi, reviving their MLS ambitions after a disappointing opening day. Soundly beaten by LAFC (3-0) from the start, Inter Miami regained their footing with character… -
World Cup 2026: Iran’s participation in doubt after Israeli-American strikes.
Thrust into a major crisis after the recent strikes, the Iranian national team’s participation in the 2026 World Cup is seriously in doubt. The presence of Iran at the 2026 World Cup appears more uncertain than ever following the recent… -
King’s Cup: Robert Lewandowski ruled out for the Barça–Atlético Madrid clash.
Barça will be without Robert Lewandowski, injured in his left eye socket, as the Blaugrana face Atlético Madrid this week in the Copa del Rey. FC Barcelona will have to do without Robert Lewandowski for the return leg of the… -
«Your career is over», Mourinho puts pressure on Prestianni after Vinicius’s accusations
Accused of racist insults directed at Vinicius Jr., Gianluca Prestianni is in UEFA’s crosshairs, while José Mourinho threatens to permanently sideline his player if the facts are confirmed. Benfica’s coach, José Mourinho, has raised his voice regarding Gianluca Prestianni, who… -
Premier League: Chelsea weakened ahead of the showdown with Arsenal.
Hampered by a number of injuries, Chelsea will travel to the Emirates Stadium without some of their key players to face a league-leading Arsenal in confident form in the Premier League. Chelsea will have to cope without several key players… -
World Cup 2026 – Nigeria’s appeal against DR Congo: FIFA’s decision is still pending.
As the Nigerian national team is announced for a friendly tournament in Amman, the long-awaited FIFA decision regarding the appeal against DR Congo could disrupt its international calendar. Earlier this week, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) confirmed the participation of… -
Manchester United: Barça activates the purchase option for Marcus Rashford
Barça are said to have completed the permanent transfer of Marcus Rashford for 30 million euros, convinced by the English forward’s performances this season. The Marcus Rashford saga seems to be drawing to a close. According to Mundo Deportivo, FC… -
Champions League: Victor Osimhen dethrones Didier Drogba
The striker who scored against Juventus, Victor Osimhen, has brought his total to 16 goals in the Champions League, surpassing his idol Didier Drogba in the ranking of Africa’s top scorers in the competition. Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has now… -
Champions League: Chelsea vs PSG, Real Madrid vs Manchester City, Round of 16 fixtures
The Champions League Round of 16 draw already promises explosive clashes, including Chelsea vs Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid vs Manchester City. The draw for the Champions League Round of 16 for the 2025-2026 season was held this Friday, already… -
FIFA Day, March 2026: Gernot Rohr justifies Guinea and Palestine’s selections
The Benin national team coach, Gernot Rohr, justified the choices of Guinea and Palestine for the Leopards’ friendlies during the March 2026 international break. Two opponents with opposite profiles aimed at best preparing for the upcoming official fixtures. As the… -
Lionel Messi knocked to the ground by a fan
In Puerto Rico, a friendly match between Inter Miami CF and Independiente del Valle turned chaotic when several fans rushed the pitch to get close to Lionel Messi, causing a spectacular fall of the Argentine star after a security guard’s… -
Manchester United: Ruben Amorim will pocket a small fortune after his dismissal
The dismissal of Ruben Amorim and his staff could amount to a total bill of nearly £27 million for Manchester United, according to financial documents filed with the New York Stock Exchange. The split between Manchester United and Ruben Amorim… -
Eric Chelle is aiming high with Nigeria.
After guiding Nigeria to third place in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Eric Chelle now sets out his ambitions: to win the Africa Cup of Nations and, in the long term, aim for the World Cup with the Super… -
Champions League: a nerve-wracking draw for the Round of 16
The draw for the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, held this Friday at 11:00 a.m. (GMT), promises explosive fixtures between European heavyweights and playoff survivors, with the matches scheduled for March 10–11 and 17–18. The suspense is intensifying in… -
Champions League: Victor Osimhen sets a record
Despite the defeat against Juventus FC, Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has become the Istanbul club’s all-time top foreign goalscorer in European competitions. Victor Osimhen added another chapter to Galatasaray’s history on Wednesday evening, despite the defeat suffered on Juventus FC’s… -
Champions League: everything you need to know before the Round of 16 draw.
The Round of 16 draw, organized on Friday in Nyon, promises explosive fixtures between European heavyweights and ambitious outsiders. The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 draw will take place on Friday at 11:00, at the House of European Football…