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Real Madrid captain Nacho readies for Saudi move – Sources

Real Madrid captain Nacho Fernández is in advanced negotiations to join Saudi Arabia's Al Ittihad on a free transfer, sources informed ESPN's Moises Llorens and Rodrigo Faez.With Nacho's contract at Madrid set to expire...

GFA explains why Jordan ‘fought’ with CAR captain after match

Spokesperson for the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has shed light on the altercation that occurred between players and officials from the Central African Republic following Ghana's 4-3 victory on Monday, June...

Otto Addo attributes his improved posture in media interactions to advice from his family, mother

Otto Addo, head coach of the Black Stars, has revealed that he has adopted a more composed approach when interacting with the media, attributing this change to advice received from his mother and other...

Video: Luis Suarez turns comedian in Messi-themed advert

Luis Suarez has showcased his acting talents in a humorous advertisement centred around Lionel Messi, which has left Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham thoroughly amused.The experienced Uruguayan striker has reunited with his former...

Video: Mbappe, Haaland, Vini Jr and Ronaldinho stir a social media frenzy in Nike ad

Haaland, Vini Jnr and Kylian Mbappe have united in a dramatic Nike advertisement where the superstar forwards ignite an "unleashed frenzy."Mbappe, a World Cup champion, and Vinicius Junior, who recently scored in a Champions...

Dortmund boss gone after demanding a termination of contract “with immediate effect”

Borussia Dortmund has ended its association with manager Edin Terzic after he requested that the club "terminate his contract immediately."Terzic guided Dortmund to the Champions League final in the 2023–24 season, where they were...

How to pronounce your favourite Premier League stars’ names

Football fans around the world often find themselves tongue-tied when trying to pronounce the names of their favourite Premier League stars.But fear not! With Euro 2024 on the horizon, the Premier League has...

Mali sacks head coach after losing to Ghana, Madagascar

On Thursday, June 13, 2024, the Malian Football Federation announced the dismissal of head coach Eric Chelle following a string of poor results in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.The decision came shortly after Mali's...

Mohammed Kudus returns to Nima to train and fraternize with his childhood friends

Ghanaian footballer from West Ham United Mohammed Kudus has returned to Ghana to train with his childhood friends in Nima.Donning his football attire, he captivated fans who couldn't contain their admiration for him.The video...

Kudus named 2nd most valuable African Player

Ghanaian star Mohammed Kudus has been ranked as the second most valuable African player in the world at the end of the 2023–24 football season, following Chelsea striker Nicholas, valued at 99.3 million euros.The...

Jordan craves his brother’s presence on the team – Otto Addo

Head coach of the Black Stars, Otto Addo, indicated that Jordan Ayew expressed a desire for his brother André to be included in the team alongside him.Despite André Ayew's impressive form at Le...

Juventus launches a £40m transfer bid to ‘push’ Man Utd for Greenwood

Juventus have reportedly submitted a £40 million ($51m) bid to Manchester United, aiming to prompt a decision on Mason Greenwood.The Bianconeri seek additional creativity and goal-scoring prowess, with Greenwood catching their eye following...

AFCON 2025Q: Draw scheduled for July 4th in Johannesburg

The draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers is scheduled to take place in Johannesburg, South Africa, on July 4, 2024.This draw, to be held at SuperSport Studios, will determine...

Messi: Jose Mourinho names ‘little guy’ as one player he wished to have coached

Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho recently shared various anecdotes and insights, including his desire to sign a particular player during his managerial career.In a conversation with former Manchester United defender and pundit Rio Ferdinand,...

2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Jordan Ayew listed as Africa’s 3rd scorer

Ghanaian striker Jordan Ayew has emerged as one of the leading scorers in the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The experienced forward for the Black Stars currently holds the third position...

Juventus hire Thiago Motta as manager after Bologna success

On Wednesday, Italian giant Juventus announced the hiring of Thiago Motta as their new manager, replacing Massimiliano Allegri."Juventus is delighted to announce Thiago Motta as the new First Team head coach.The Italian-Brazilian has...

Michael Essien’s opinion about Kudus amid player’s clash with fans on social media

Ghanaian football legend Michael Essien is confident that West Ham United forward Mohammed Kudus possesses the talent to become one of the world's top players.In an interview with TalkSport, the Chelsea legend expressed his...

Chelsea legend Makelele says Kobbie Mainoo reminds him of Michael Essien

Former France midfielder Claude Makelele believes that Kobbie Mainoo shares similar attributes with Ghanaian legend Michael Essien.The Manchester United midfielder, who has Ghanaian heritage, has been selected for the England squad for Euro 2024.Mainoo...

Saddick Adams schools Kudus following row with critics on social media

Award-winning sports broadcaster Saddick Adams has observed that Black Stars talisman Mohammed Kudus was not subjected to abuse on social media during Ghana's game against the Central African Republic.Kudus responded to some criticism from...

Crazy! – FIFA’s reaction to Ghana’s exhilarating 4-3 win over Central African Republic

FIFA has characterized Ghana's exhilarating 4-3 triumph over the Central African Republic in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers as 'crazy.'The football governing body shared its astonishment at the match's outcome, which witnessed...

CAR team captain slaps Jordan Ayew during a post match argument

Jordan Ayew and the captain of the Central African Republic, Amos Youga, have been captured in a viral video after the 2026 World Cup qualifiers between the two teams at the Baba Yara Sports...

Marco Baroni appointed as new manager for Lazio

Lazio have announced the appointment of Marco Baroni, former coach of Hellas Verona, as their new manager, succeeding Igor Tudor.The Serie A club confirmed the news on Tuesday, stating that Baroni, 60, will...

Sesko extends contract RB Leipzig

RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko has inked a fresh contract at the Red Bull Arena, as confirmed by the club on Wednesday.This development comes amidst keen interest from top Premier League clubs like Arsenal,...

Euro 2024: Lewandowski to miss opener over thigh injury

Poland's star striker, Robert Lewandowski, will be absent from his team's Euro 2024 opener against the Netherlands due to a thigh injury.The 35-year-old sustained the injury during a 2-1 victory against Turkey in...

Arsenal’s Pelova suffers ACL rupture

Arsenal midfielder Victoria Pelova has suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) while representing the Netherlands on international duty, the club has confirmed.The 25-year-old was forced off in the 12th minute during her country's...

Erik ten Hag to remain Man Utd’s manager – Source

Manchester United have opted to retain Erik ten Hag as manager, a source confirmed to ESPN.Speculation surrounded the Dutchman's future following a disappointing Premier League campaign, but the club's triumph in the FA Cup...

It’s a gift to play at 39 – Ronaldo after lead goal in 3-0 win over Republic of Ireland

Portugal's captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, affectionately refers to the national team as "the love of his life" and sees his continued presence in the squad at the age of 39 as "a gift."Ahead of his...

Ivan Toney, David Jonathan, others on Man Utd’s radar

Sources close to Manchester United have revealed that the club has compiled a list of striker targets, which includes Ivan Toney, Jonathan David, and Joshua Zirkzee, as reported by ESPN's Rob Dawson.The pursuit of...

Juventus eyeing move for Sancho

Juventus continues to pursue a deal for Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, according to reports from the Daily Mail.With Borussia Dortmund unlikely to meet United's £40 million asking price, Juventus sees an opportunity to...

2026 World Cup qualifiers: Kwesi Appiah’s Sudan tops Group B after win over South Sudan

Former Black Stars coach James Kwesi Appiah has guided Sudan to maintain their lead in Group B of the 2026 African FIFA World Cup qualifiers following a dominant 3-0 victory over South Sudan in...

Portugal beats Ireland in Euros warmup with Ronaldo scoring twice

Cristiano Ronaldo netted two goals, leading Portugal to a 3-0 victory over Ireland on Tuesday in their final warm-up match before Roberto Martinez’s squad heads to the European Championship in Germany.The 39-year-old Ronaldo's second-half...

“Thank you to God for letting it rain” – Otto Addo attributes win to rains in CAR-Ghana clash

Ghana coach Otto Addo acknowledged that the rainy weather significantly impacted the Black Stars' thrilling 4-3 victory over the Central African Republic (CAR) on Monday.This crucial win propelled Ghana to the top of...

Hunt for Southgate’s successor begins amid Man Utd links – Reports

FA has yet to identify Gareth Southgate's successor, despite the possibility that he might leave his England role if they fail to win Euro 2024.The England squad, along with Southgate, has arrived in Germany,...

Ancelotti’s son Davide to stay with his dad as he rejects Leicester offer

Real Madrid assistant coach Davide Ancelotti (34) has decided to stay at the club this summer, despite interest from Leicester City.Despite the reported interest from Leicester, Davide, who is the son of head...

Fernando Torres now manager of Atlético Madrid’s B team

Former Spain striker Fernando Torres, who won the World Cup, has been appointed as the head coach of Atlético Madrid's B team, the LaLiga club announced in a statement on Tuesday."I accept it as...

“Masa, be quiet!!!!!” – ‘Angry’ Kudus replies social media critic after Ghana-CAR clash

Ghanaian footballer Mohammed Kudus expressed his displeasure with comments made by some compatriots on social media regarding his performance during the matches against Mali and the Central African Republic (CAR) on June 10, 2024.Expected...

Countryman Songo upset despite Ghana’s win over Mali; slams Partey

Ghanaian sports broadcaster Patrick Osei Agyemang, popularly known as Countryman Songo, has voiced his criticism of the Black Stars' technical team for their decision to bench Jordan Ayew in Ghana's 2-1 victory over Mali.Expressing...

Jordan Ayew’s hattrick edges Ghana past CAR in 4-3 win

Ghana's Black Stars secured another narrow victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, edging out the Central African Republic (CAR) 4-3 in a thrilling match at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Monday,...

Euro 2024: Scotland’s Robertson declared fit after injury scare

Scotland assistant John Carver reassured everyone that Andy Robertson would recover after he suffered a fall during Monday morning's training session.Concerns arose among Scotland's coaching staff when Robertson had to be escorted away...

“It’s a closed door” – Pep on return to Barcelona

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has firmly ruled out the possibility of returning to Barcelona at any point in the future.Guardiola, whose contract with City ends in June 2025, previously hinted in May...

Vinícius racist abusers sentenced to eight months in prison

Three fans have been sentenced to eight months in prison and banned from stadiums for two years over the racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior at Mestalla in May 2023.The incident -- which took place...

Thomas Tuchel not a candidate on Man Utd’s wish list if Ten Hag exit – Sources

Sources have it that Man Utd are unlikely to appoint Thomas Tuchel if they decide to sack manager Erik ten Hag.Tuchel had been considered a potential replacement, with representatives of the German coach...

We want a good stadium to play better football – Partey to Bawumia

The senior national team, Black Stars, has called on the government to construct a stadium that will stand the test of time.Captain of the Black Stars, Thomas Partey, during a visit by Vice President...

Real Madrid to snub Club World Cup place over poor incentives – Ancelotti hints

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has announced that the club will not participate in the inaugural edition of FIFA's new Club World Cup tournament next summer, citing insufficient financial incentive.This expanded competition is...

Ancelotti marks his 65th birthday today

Today marks the 65th birthday of Carlo Ancelotti, the esteemed coach of Real Madrid.Born on June 10, 1959, in Reggiolo, Italy, Ancelotti boasts an illustrious career, having clinched every possible trophy during his...

Euro 2024: See list of shirt numbers for England squad

England has announced its squad numbers for the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament, setting the stage for their campaign in Germany this summer.Despite a recent setback with a loss to Iceland, anticipation is building...

Czech midfielder Sadilek to miss Euro 2024

Czech Republic's midfielder Michal Sadilek will miss Euro 2024 due to a leg injury sustained from a bicycle fall.Sadilek, a player for Dutch club Twente, had recently captained the Czech team in a...

Cameroon seal convincing win against Cape Verde as Onana saves penalty

Vincent Aboubakar scored twice and Andre Onana saved a last-minute penalty as Cameroon secured a convincing 4-1 victory over Cape Verde in Marc Brys’ debut match as head coach of the Indomitable Lions.Brys' appointment...

Brazil beats Mexico in Copa America warm-up match

In a thrilling Copa America warm-up match in Texas, Brazil secured a 3-2 victory over Mexico with a stoppage-time winner from teenage forward Endrick.Endrick, just 17 years old, scored his third goal in as...

Rose Yeboah makes history, breaks Women’s High Jump record

Rose Yeboah has astounded sports enthusiasts by breaking the women’s high jump national record with an impressive leap of 1.97m.This outstanding achievement not only secured her a spot in the 2024 Olympic Games...

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