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Official: รlvaro Carreras joins Real Madrid
Real Madrid officially announced this Monday the signing of รlvaro Carreras, from Benfica Lisbon. It’s a homeward journey for Alvaro Carreras. Having been trained at Real Madrid, the Spanish left-back returns to Madrid five years after his departure. The 22-year-old… -
Lamine Yamal: “For me, Messi is the greatest player in history”
Lamine Yamal has also weighed in on the debate that divides football lovers, namely, who is the greatest player of all time. And the Barรงa striker has designated Lionel Messi. At just 17 years old, Lamine Yamal makes no secret… -
Transfer Market: Real Madrid sets the price for Rodrygo, with Arsenal and Chelsea on the lookout
Real Madrid has officially opened the door for Rodrygo to leave, with the Madrid club setting a price for the Brazilian international. As several European giants, including Arsenal and Chelsea, are interested in Rodrygo, Real Madrid has set its conditions… -
Real Madrid: Double Blow for Xabi Alonso
Humiliated by PSG in the World Cup, Real Madrid also has to deal with injuries to Endrick and Trent-Alexander Arnold, who join the injury list. Things are going from bad to worse for Real Madrid. Already harshly eliminated from the… -
Market: Mohammed Kudus signs with Tottenham
Tottenham has officially confirmed the signing of the Ghanaian international, Mohammed Kudus, who has committed for six seasons with the Spurs from West Ham. Tottenham has secured its key new recruit. The North London club officially announced the arrival of… -
Luka Modric says goodbye to Real Madrid
Luka Modric was on Real Madrid TV on Thursday. And the Croatian midfielder said his goodbyes to the Madrid club. After twelve faithful and successful seasons wearing the Real Madrid shirt, Luka Modric has turned the page. The Croatian international… -
CAN 2025 (W): Nigeria devours Botswana and moves on to the quarterfinals
With a goal from Chiwendu Ihezuo in the second half, Nigeria overcame Botswana (1-0) on Thursday evening, in the group stage of the Women’s AFCON 2025. A valuable victory that propels the Super Falcons into the quarterfinals of the tournament.… -
FIFA Ranking – July 2025: Morocco leads, Benin falls back
The FIFA ranking for July 2025 was unveiled this Thursday by the global body. On the African scale, Morocco leads the pack, followed by Senegal and Egypt. Benin, on the other hand, dropped one spot and now ranks 96th. FIFA… -
CAN 2025 (W): Zambia topples Senegal, Morocco rallies
Zambia defeated Senegal (3-2) on Wednesday evening in the second round of group stages of the 2025 Women’s African Cup of Nations. Host of the tournament, Morocco rallied after a victory against the Democratic Republic of Congo. The group stages… -
Real Madrid: Several departures in sight after the humiliation against PSG
The elimination of Real Madrid against Paris Saint-Germain (4-0) in the semi-finals of the Club World Cup could trigger a wave of departures. According to the latest information reported by Fabrizio Romano, Rodrygo Goes, Lucas Vรกzquez, and Luka Modric are… -
Luis Enrique: “This Real Madrid is hard to analyze”
PSG’s coach, Luis Enrique, praised the quality of the Madrid team led by Xabi Alonso, as Parisians face Real Madrid this Wednesday night in the semi-finals of the Club World Cup. The second semi-final of FIFA’s Club World Cup sees… -
Club World Cup: PSG and Real Madrid deprived of several key players for the semi-final
Real Madrid and PSG face each other this Wednesday in the semi-finals of the Club World Cup. Three players will miss this event. Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid will have to get by without several key players in their Club… -
Transfer Market: Messi in advanced talks with Al Ahli
According to information from Lโรquipe, Lionel Messi is reportedly in talks with Al-Ahli for a possible transfer to the Saudi Pro League, a move that could be finalized later this year. Lionel Messi in Saudi Arabia? This is the bombshell… -
Chelsea: Nicolas Jackson on the way out?
Criticized for his inconsistent performances, Nicolas Jackson could leave Chelsea this summer, as several European clubs are closely following the Senegalese striker’s situation. Nicolas Jackson’s future at Chelsea seems increasingly uncertain. The Senegalese striker could leave Stamford Bridge in the… -
Manchester United: Andrรฉ Onana’s price set
Andrรฉ Onana could be leaving Manchester United this summer, as the Manchester club has set the selling price for the Cameroonian goalkeeper. Manchester United would be willing to let Andrรฉ Onana leave this summer, provided they receive an offer of… -
SPL: Al Qadsiah ready to part ways with Aubameyang
Struggling since his arrival at Al Qadsiah, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could leave the Saudi club this summer, as the Saudi Pro League members consider parting ways with the Gabonese forward. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is about to experience a new turning point in… -
FC St. Pauli: Beninese international Andrรฉas Hountondji loaned out by Burnley
The Beninese international player Andrรฉas Hountondji will be playing in the Bundesliga next season. He has been loaned out by Burnley to FC St. Pauli, a club recently promoted to the German elite, where he hopes to establish himself as… -
Ivan Rakitic takes his bow at 37 years old
Former Barรงa player and ex-Croatian international, Ivan Rakitic has put an end to his career at age 37, announced the midfielder on social media this Monday. Ivan Rakitic announced this Monday his decision to end his professional career at the… -
CAN 2025 (W): Nigeria takes out Tunisia, Senegal slaughters DRC
The heavy favorite for the title, Senegal easily defeated DRC (4-0) in their opening match of the 2025 Women’s CAN. Nigeria also started strong, with a win against Tunisia (3-0). The Nigeria Super Falcons kicked off their journey in the… -
Market: Jude Bellingham reacts to Nico Williams’ aborted transfer to Barรงa
Real Madrid midfielder, Jude Bellingham, did not mince his words when asked about Nico Williams’ refusal to join FC Barcelona this summer. Nico Williams will ultimately not go to Barรงa. While the Athletic Bilbao winger seemed all set to join… -
Women’s AFCON 2025: Nigeria wants to reign over Africa again
On the eve of their debut in the 2025 African Women’s Nations Cup, the captain of the Super Falcons, Rasheedat Ajibade, affirmed that Nigeria is ready to go all the way in the competition. The final phase of the 2025… -
Club World Cup: Fluminense and Chelsea, first to qualify for the semi-finals
The FIFA Club World Cup, held in the United States, has revealed its first matchups for the semi-finals. After the quarter-finals played on Friday night into Saturday, Fluminense and Chelsea have secured their ticket to the semi-finals. The Brazilian club… -
Rape and Sexual Assault: Arsenal Reacts to Thomas Partey’s indictment
In a lunar (Monday) statement, Arsenal responded to the situation of its former player, Thomas Partey, accused of rape by three women. And the London club preferred not to comment on this matter Arsenal responded Friday night to the heavy… -
Women’s AFCON 2025: over 500 million CFA francs for the winner
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a significant revaluation of cash prizes for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. This is without a doubt additional motivation for the teams that will animate the finals of… -
“The idea of returning to Liverpool scares me,” Salah on the death of Diogo Jota
Diogo Jota’s teammate at Liverpool, Mohamed Salah, also commented on the Portuguese player’s tragic death in a car accident. The Egyptian international paid a heartfelt tribute to the late player. Deeply affected by the tragic loss of Diogo Jota, Mohamed… -
Transfer market: Courted by Barรงa, Nico Williams renews contract with Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao has confirmed the contract extension of Nico Williams who renewed with the Basque club until 2035. This is bad news for Barรงa, who had made the Spanish player their top priority for this summer. Nico Williams will not… -
Portugal: Diogo Jota’s funeral program
Diogo Jota and his brother Andrรฉ Silva, who died Thursday in a car accident, will be buried this Saturday in Gondomar, Portugal, their father Manuel Macedo has announced. The funeral ceremony for Diogo Jota, the tragically deceased Liverpool forward, and… -
2025 Women’s African Cup of Nations: the complete schedule for the group stage
Discover the full schedule of the group stage of the Women’s AFCON 2025. The tournament will take place in Morocco, from July 5 to 26. Just two more days and the football world will buzz with the rhythm of Women’s… -
Death of Diogo Jota: Cristiano Ronaldo inconsolable
The tragic death of Diogo Jota continues to provoke reactions across the globe. Last to mourn this premature loss is Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo. Tributes have been pouring in since the announcement of Diogo Jota’s death, both from the… -
Death of Diogo Jota: “a premature loss” for Pepe
Still in shock, Pepe also reacted to the tragic death of Diogo Jota, who died in a road accident from Wednesday to Thursday night. And the Portuguese defender made a great tribute to his national team colleague. The news has…
