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Nottingham Forest: Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi emerges from coma
Nigerian forward Taiwo Awoniyi of Nottingham Forest has emerged from a medically induced coma following emergency surgery, according to Mail Sport. The 27-year-old is now recovering after undergoing a life-threatening abdominal operation earlier this week. The striker was placed in… -
Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé breaks Alfredo Di Stefano’s debut season record
Kylian Mbappé continues to make history in his first season with Real Madrid. The French striker scored a stunning goal in Wednesday night’s 2-1 victory over Mallorca, surpassing club legend Alfredo Di Stefano’s long-standing record for most goals scored by… -
AFC Champions League: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr eliminated from competition
Despite a stunning goal from Sadio Mané, Al-Nassr was knocked out of the AFC Champions League on Wednesday night after a 3-2 semifinal loss to Japan’s Kawasaki Frontale. The defeat ends the Saudi club’s continental ambitions for the season. Touted… -
“This kid is unbelievable” — Erling Haaland praises Lamine Yamal
Lamine Yamal’s outstanding performance in Barcelona’s 3-3 draw against Inter Milan on Wednesday night in the Champions League continues to spark reactions across the football world. The latest to weigh in: Manchester City striker Erling Haaland. A key figure in… -
Manchester City: Rodri returns to full team training
After being sidelined since September 22 with a torn ACL in his right knee, Manchester City playmaker Rodri has resumed full team training, Sky Sports reported on Wednesday. Good news for the reigning Premier League champions: Spanish midfielder Rodri could… -
UCL, Barça 3-3 Inter: Raphinha breaks Messi’s record and sets sights on Cristiano Ronaldo
Scoring in Barcelona’s thrilling 3-3 draw with Inter Milan on Wednesday night, Brazilian winger Raphinha has shattered a record once held by club legend Lionel Messi. In a goal-filled first leg of the Champions League semifinal, Raphinha delivered a standout… -
Barça – Inter (3-3): a legendary first leg in the Champions League semifinal
FC Barcelona and Inter Milan delivered a thrilling spectacle in the first leg of the 2024-2025 UEFA Champions League semifinal, ending in a dramatic 3-3 draw at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium in Barcelona. This high-octane encounter showcased the brilliance… -
UCL, Barça vs Inter: official lineups
Barcelona hosts Inter Milan this Wednesday evening (8 p.m. GMT+1) in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinals. The official starting lineups for both teams have been released. FC Barcelona: Szczesny – Koundé, Cubarsí, Iñigo Martínez, Martin –… -
France: 14-year-old footballer dies after cardiac arrest on the field
Tragedy has struck French football. Fourteen-year-old Ousmane Diaby has died after suffering a cardiac arrest during a match, his club AS Jeunesse Aubervilliers announced on Wednesday. The young player collapsed on the pitch while representing his club in a game… -
Champions League: Inter Milan coach issues warning to Barça
Inter Milan head to Spain this Wednesday to face Barcelona in a high-stakes Champions League clash. Though the odds are stacked against the Italian side, head coach Simone Inzaghi made it clear his team has no intention of going down… -
Liverpool: la FA réagit à la célébration “j’appartiens à Jésus” de Cody Gakpo
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo will face no disciplinary action from the English Football Association (FA) after displaying a religious message during his goal celebration in the Reds’ 5–1 victory over Tottenham—a result that sealed their 2024/2025 Premier League title. The… -
2025 U-20 AFCON: Egypt, South Africa, Tanzania – Wednesday’s fixtures
The 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations continues this Wednesday in Egypt with two Group A fixtures on the schedule: Egypt vs Sierra Leone and South Africa vs Tanzania. The group stage action rolls on, and host nation Egypt—who opened… -
Barça 3-2 Real Madrid: heavy ban for Rüdiger, Bellingham escapes suspension
Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger has been handed a six-match suspension following his red card during his team’s 3-2 loss to FC Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday. Jude Bellingham, who was also sent off, saw his… -
Arsenal 0-1 PSG: Mikel Arteta “disappointed” with final result
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta admitted that his side struggled in the opening 15 minutes of their 1-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday night, in the first leg of the Champions League semifinal. Ousmane Dembélé scored the only goal of… -
UCL: PSG’s Luis Enrique wary of Arsenal ahead of second leg
Speaking to the press on Tuesday night, PSG manager Luis Enrique celebrated his team’s 1-0 win over Arsenal in the first leg of the Champions League semifinal—but also warned of a “stressful” return leg in Paris. With an early goal… -
UCL: probable lineups for Barça vs Inter Milan
FC Barcelona and Inter Milan face off this Wednesday in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinals. What starting elevens can we expect from both teams? Barcelona will host Inter Milan on Wednesday (8 p.m. GMT+1) for a… -
Champions League: Dembélé strikes early as PSG edge Arsenal at the Emirates
PSG are in the driver’s seat! The Parisians grabbed a huge 1-0 win over Arsenal on Tuesday night in the first leg of the Champions League semifinals, thanks to an early strike from Ousmane Dembélé. It took just four minutes… -
Champions League: official lineups for Arsenal vs PSG
Arsenal hosts PSG this Tuesday night at the Emirates Stadium for the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semifinal. The official starting lineups for both teams have now been announced. For this crucial first leg, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta… -
“As long as I’m winning, they can’t say anything,” Yamal teases Real Madrid again
During Tuesday’s press conference, Lamine Yamal revisited Barcelona’s recent Copa del Rey victory over Real Madrid—and took the opportunity to poke fun at their rivals once again. “I told Araujo that it didn’t matter if they scored one or two… -
Lamine Yamal: « Je ne me compare à personne, et surtout pas à Messi”
Lamine Yamal spoke at a press conference on Tuesday, ahead of Barcelona’s UEFA Champions League semifinal first leg against Inter Milan. The Barça forward addressed comparisons being made between him and Lionel Messi. Barcelona will face Inter Milan this Wednesday… -
Benin Cycling Tour: Morocco’s Sabbahi El Houcaine wins stage 2
The 20th edition of the Benin Cycling Tour continued on Tuesday with the second stage between Parakou and Savè. Moroccan rider Sabbahi El Houcaine was the first to cross the finish line. Sabbahi El Houcaine claimed victory in the Parakou-Savè… -
Real Madrid: Antonio Rüdiger ruled out for the rest of the season
Antonio Rüdiger has undergone successful surgery for a partial tear of the lateral meniscus in his left leg and will be sidelined for six to eight weeks, effectively ending his season. It’s a rough end to the campaign for the… -
UCL: Arsenal vs PSG, predicted lineups
PSG will take on Arsenal this Tuesday in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semifinal. Here’s a look at the expected lineups for both teams. Champions League action returns this Tuesday with a heavyweight clash between Arsenal and… -
Brazil: agreement in principle reached for Carlo Ancelotti’s arrival
According to Fabrizio Romano, Carlo Ancelotti has reached an agreement in principle with Brazil to take charge of the Seleção. The Italian manager is now finalizing the formalities to officially part ways with Real Madrid, with plans to lead the… -
La Liga: Real Madrid has chosen Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement
As Carlo Ancelotti appears to be entering his final weeks on the Real Madrid bench, the club has already selected his successor. The Casa Blanca has set its sights on Argentine coach Santiago Solari. There is no longer any doubt:… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Pedri dreams of winning the prestigious trophy
FC Barcelona midfielder Pedri has admitted that he dreams of winning the Ballon d’Or in the near future. The Spanish international stated that Manchester City’s Rodri winning the coveted award in 2024 proved that midfielders who control the tempo of… -
Barça 3-2 Real Madrid: Rudiger facing potential 4 to 12-match suspension
Sent off this weekend during Real Madrid’s defeat against Barça in the Copa del Rey final, Antonio Rüdiger now faces a suspension ranging from 4 to 12 matches. This weekend’s Clasico, played as the Copa del Rey final, lived up… -
La Liga: Real Madrid preparing for Carlo Ancelotti’s departure
Ten years after his first dismissal from Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti could once again be shown the door at the end of the season. Reports from the Spanish press suggest that this outcome is becoming increasingly likely. Weakened by his… -
Transfer news: Paul Pogba still without a club, shares new message
Still searching for a club after the lifting of his doping suspension last March, Paul Pogba has posted a new message on social media. Back on the field in March after several months of suspension for doping, Paul Pogba remains… -
Champions League: PSG squad announced to face Arsenal
PSG head coach Luis Enrique has revealed the list of players selected for the Champions League clash against Arsenal this Tuesday. The squad includes both Hakimi and Dembélé. The Champions League resumes this week with the first leg of the…
