Author: Timi-Zacchaeus Oluwaferanmi

Two of the most electrifying talents in world football, Lamine Yamal and Ousmane Dembele, are set to face off in the Nations League semi-final, as Spain takes on France in Stuttgart on Thursday night. While a place in the final against Portugal is the prize, all eyes will also be on the personal duel between the two men leading the charge for this year’s Ballon d’Or. Both players have just concluded sensational club campaigns and were instrumental in their countries’ quarter-final victories. Yamal, only 17, dazzled for Barcelona, while Dembele, aged 28, enjoyed a stunning revival at Paris Saint-Germain. Their…

In a highly anticipated friendly match held on Tuesday night at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta, Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a confident 2-0 victory over Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses. The win was propelled by a commanding first-half performance from captain Rasheedat Ajibade, who scored both goals, reinforcing Nigeria’s dominance in West African women’s football. From the opening whistle, the Super Falcons took control of the game, demonstrating technical skill, precise passing, and solid teamwork. They moved the ball fluidly across the pitch, putting pressure on Cameroon’s defence and maintaining territorial advantage. Despite this early dominance, Cameroon’s team, led by…

 Victor Osimhen’s stunning season with Galatasaray has placed him at the centre of Europe’s transfer spotlight, with top clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, Barcelona, and Real Madrid reportedly monitoring his situation. After scoring 37 goals in 41 matches and helping Galatasaray to a Turkish Super Lig title, the Nigerian striker is expected to leave Napoli, where he has just one year remaining on his contract. Osimhen’s parent club, Napoli, have already made it clear that he is not in manager Antonio Conte’s plans, increasing speculation about his next move. The 26-year-old’s prolific loan spell has reignited interest from major European…

The UK government has issued a stern warning to Roman Abramovich, threatening legal action over the delayed disbursement of £2.5bn from the sale of Chelsea Football Club. The sanctioned Russian billionaire sold the Premier League club in May 2022, shortly after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, under a special licence that required the proceeds be used for humanitarian purposes. Since then, the funds have remained frozen in a UK bank account, with no agreement reached on how or where the money should be spent. The government wants the entire amount directed towards humanitarian aid in Ukraine, while Abramovich insists that…

England’s hopes of reaching the UEFA Women’s Nations League semi-finals came to a frustrating end as Spain overturned a half-time deficit to claim a 2-1 win in Barcelona, with substitute Claudia Pina delivering a masterclass in finishing at the RCDE Stadium. The Lionesses started brightly and took a surprise lead in the 22nd minute through Alessia Russo. The Arsenal striker latched on to a clever through ball from Keira Walsh, calmly slotting past Cata Coll to silence the home crowd — momentarily. The Spanish fans were incensed, believing Salma Paralluelo had been fouled in the build-up, while further frustration followed…

Simone Inzaghi has officially left his role as head coach of Inter Milan, just days after suffering a humiliating 5-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final. The departure, described as “by mutual agreement” in a statement by the club, ends a four-year tenure marked by domestic success but ultimate disappointment on the European stage. The decision was reached following a meeting between Inzaghi and Inter officials on Tuesday. Club president Giuseppe Marotta praised the 49-year-old for his dedication, professionalism, and the “sincere dialogue” that led to the amicable parting. “I would like to thank Simone Inzaghi for…

In a notable shuffle between Premier League and Bundesliga clubs, Brentford have completed the signing of Republic of Ireland international Caoimhin Kelleher from Liverpool. The 26-year-old arrives as the replacement for Dutch goalkeeper Mark Flekken, who has departed west London to join German champions Bayer Leverkusen. Brentford secured Kelleher for an initial £12.5 million, a fee that could rise to £18 million with performance-based add-ons. The goalkeeper has signed a five-year contract, with the option to extend for an additional 12 months. Flekken, meanwhile, has been sold to Leverkusen for a reported £8 million, ending his short but impactful stint…

This season’s Champions League marked a historic shift in European football, with UEFA implementing the most significant format overhaul since the introduction of the group stage in 1991-92. The question on everyone’s mind as the final whistle blew in Munich, where Paris St-Germain triumphed 5-0 over Inter Milan, was simple: did the new format work? In the eyes of many, especially PSG, the answer is a resounding yes. The competition’s expanded 36-team structure introduced a single-league phase where each club played eight different opponents – four at home and four away. Rather than the usual groups of four, all teams…

Paris Saint-Germain delivered the greatest night in their history with a devastating 5-0 victory over Inter Milan to finally lift the UEFA Champions League trophy, ending years of heartache and unfulfilled potential. On an emotional evening in Munich, the French giants, rebuilt around youth and tactical brilliance, obliterated the Serie A champions in one of the most complete performances ever seen in a European final. At the centre of it all was 19-year-old Desire Doue, the breakout star of this season’s competition. The Rennes academy graduate, now firmly a global name, scored twice and assisted another to write himself into…

Paul Doyle, a 53-year-old former Royal Marine, appeared in Liverpool Crown Court on Friday charged with a series of serious offences after allegedly driving his car into a crowd during Liverpool FC’s trophy parade on Monday evening. Doyle, of Burghill Road in West Derby, faces seven charges including wounding with intent, causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, attempting to cause GBH with intent, and dangerous driving. The incident, which occurred in Liverpool city centre, left 79 people injured, including two children. Six of the victims form the basis of the current charges. The father-of-three appeared in the dock wearing…