Author: Timi-Zacchaeus Oluwaferanmi

The Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) has suspended Premier League referee David Coote as new allegations regarding his conduct have emerged, triggering investigations by both PGMOL and UEFA. Coote, 42, is currently under scrutiny following the release of a video in which he appeared to make disparaging comments about former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. Further controversy arose when The Sun published images allegedly taken during the summer’s European Championship, in which Coote appears to be seen sniffing a white substance through a rolled-up US banknote. As Coote was officiating at the Euros as part of his duties as a…

Retired football star Diego Forlan, 45, made his professional tennis debut in Uruguay, stepping onto the court in Montevideo’s Uruguay Open alongside Argentine partner Federico Coria. Although the former Manchester United and Atletico Madrid striker and Coria lost 6-1, 6-2 to Bolivian duo Boris Arias and Federico Zeballos in a 47-minute match, the atmosphere was electric, with fans rallying behind Forlan as he explored his passion for tennis on an international stage. Forlan and Coria, who entered the tournament as wildcards, put up an enthusiastic effort despite the challenging matchup. Both teams held serve initially, but Arias and Zeballos gained…

The Monaco Grand Prix will remain a cornerstone of the Formula 1 calendar until at least 2031, following the signing of a six-year extension. This agreement secures the future of one of the sport’s most iconic races, which has been a fixture on the F1 calendar nearly every year since 1955, with only the 2020 season missing due to Covid. Despite concerns about the narrow streets of Monte Carlo and the limited overtaking opportunities on the tight circuit, F1 and the Automobile Club of Monaco have reached an understanding, including adjustments to broadcast rights and on-track advertising that align with…

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur is reportedly anticipating a lengthy suspension following a racially insensitive remark he made about his teammate Heung-Min Son. The incident occurred during a summer appearance on Uruguayan TV, where Bentancur commented that Son and his cousins “all look the same,” a statement he later described as a “very bad joke.” Bentancur has been informed by his agent that the FA is considering a seven-game ban, although neither the FA nor Tottenham has publicly confirmed this. Bentancur, currently on international duty with Uruguay, expressed a desire to remain focused on his national team responsibilities until the…

Claudio Ranieri, the seasoned Italian tactician and football icon, has returned to the helm of AS Roma as head coach until the end of the season—just six months after announcing his retirement. This marks the third time that the 73-year-old Roman takes charge of his hometown club, following stints in 2009 and a brief spell in 2019. Roma confirmed Ranieri’s appointment after the sacking of Croatian manager Ivan Juric, who was let go on Sunday following a string of disappointing performances. Juric had been in charge for only 12 matches after replacing Daniele De Rossi, who had stepped in earlier…

Steph Curry stole the spotlight once again as he led the Golden State Warriors to a 120-117 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Cup, scoring an impressive 37 points, including the Warriors’ final 12. His late-game performance helped secure a hard-fought win and highlighted his continued stellar form at the start of the season. Klay Thompson, returning to the Chase Center as a Maverick after 13 seasons with the Warriors, added 22 points against his former team. Despite his strong showing, it was Curry’s game-clinching three-pointer with just moments left that sealed the victory. Reflecting on the experience,…

Following violent incidents after last Thursday’s Europa League match between Israeli team Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, Dutch authorities arrested five more individuals on Monday, bringing the total number of suspects detained to 68. The men, aged 18 to 37, were charged with “public violence against persons” amid escalating unrest. The recent arrests follow initial violence where Maccabi supporters were reportedly targeted in “hit-and-run” attacks by youths on scooters, leaving five injured and sparking wider concerns over antisemitism. On Monday evening, an empty tram and a police car were set on fire in Amsterdam, with rioters reportedly shouting “Free Palestine.”…

The integrity of English football’s officiating system is under fire after a leaked video allegedly captures Premier League referee David Coote using profane language about Liverpool and former manager Jurgen Klopp. The Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), which governs match officials in English football, has suspended Coote pending an investigation. The Football Association (FA) has also launched its own probe. The video, widely circulated on social media, has not been independently verified. However, sources close to the investigation have indicated that PGMOL is treating the footage as legitimate. Coote has yet to issue a statement, leaving both the FA…

Howard Webb, the chief of English football’s refereeing body (PGMOL), has publicly acknowledged that West Ham’s controversial penalty during their 2-1 win over Manchester United on October 27 was an error by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR). The decision, which contributed to Erik ten Hag’s dismissal as United’s manager the following day, has sparked fresh debates over VAR’s role in the Premier League. During the match, referee David Coote initially waved play on following Matthijs de Ligt’s challenge on Danny Ings. However, VAR official Michael Oliver advised Coote to review the incident, leading to a penalty awarded after Coote checked…

The investigation into a Premier League footballer, referred to as *Player X*, has intensified following accusations of sexual misconduct from multiple women. Despite allegations from four women and police questioning on three separate occasions, *Player X* has continued playing for his club, prompting scrutiny of the Football Association (FA) and Premier League’s handling of such cases. *Player X* was initially arrested in July 2022 on suspicion of rape following a complaint by one woman. Since then, three more women have come forward with similar allegations, with one reporting her case in November 2023. The footballer has denied any wrongdoing. One…