Author: Timi-Zacchaeus Oluwaferanmi

Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard is set to be out of action until after the November international break, following confirmation that he has suffered a medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury to his knee. The 26-year-old Norwegian sustained the injury during Arsenal’s 3-1 Premier League win over West Ham United on October 4 and was forced off midway through the first half. Although the club initially released a brief statement confirming his withdrawal from international duty, no return date was provided at the time. However, reports now indicate that Ødegaard will not be available for selection until mid-to-late November, meaning he is…

Morocco has officially been confirmed as the host nation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff tournament, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced on Sunday. The North African country, renowned for its growing football influence and modern sporting infrastructure, will stage the mini-tournament that will determine which African nation advances to the intercontinental playoffs for a spot at the 2026 World Cup. According to CAF, the playoff competition will take place in November 2025, featuring the four best second-placed teams from the nine CAF qualifying groups after matchday 10. The semi-final fixtures will be held on November 13, with…

The Netherlands stormed to a commanding 4-0 victory over Finland at the Johan Cruijff ArenA on Sunday night, with Memphis Depay once again the architect of a masterful attacking display that reinforced his status as one of the greatest players in Dutch football history. The 31-year-old Corinthians forward delivered a performance brimming with class and efficiency, breaking the all-time national assist record and extending his own goalscoring tally in the process. Depay’s first-half display was a clinic in creativity and composure, guiding the Oranje to a decisive lead before the break and ensuring the contest was effectively settled by half-time.…

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has strongly condemned the violent scenes that unfolded at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano after the league match between Kano Pillars and Shooting Stars ended in a 1-1 draw. According to eyewitness reports, moments after the final whistle, sections of the home fans invaded the pitch, targeting match officials and players from the visiting team. The disturbing scenes have sparked outrage within the Nigerian football community and renewed calls for stricter disciplinary measures to curb crowd violence in domestic football. In an official statement released late on Sunday, NPFL Chief Operating Officer Davidson…

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Joseph Dosu has thrown his full support behind Flying Eagles shot-stopper Ebenezer Harcourt following Nigeria’s 4–0 loss to Argentina in the Round of 16 of the ongoing 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. The heavy defeat on Wednesday night ended Nigeria’s campaign earlier than expected, with fans and pundits pointing fingers at several players, including Harcourt, for their below-par performances. But Dosu, an Atlanta 1996 Olympic gold medallist, has urged Nigerians to show patience and encouragement toward the young goalkeeper, emphasizing that he remains a promising talent still in the developmental stage of his career. Taking to…

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will miss the start of the 2025–26 NBA season after being ruled out for up to four weeks with sciatica, the team confirmed on Wednesday. The 40-year-old forward, entering his record-breaking 23rd NBA season, has been sidelined since pre-season after experiencing pain in his lower back and leg caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve. The injury means James will sit out all of the Lakers’ October fixtures, including the high-profile season opener against the Golden State Warriors. It marks the first time in his illustrious 22-year career that James has missed the beginning…

German journalist Constantin Eckner says Tuchel’s outspokenness is just part of his personality. “This isn’t about being German — it’s how Tuchel is.

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first footballer in history to reach billionaire status, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, which now lists the Portuguese forward among the world’s wealthiest individuals. The 40-year-old Al-Nassr and Portugal star has been measured by the financial media firm with an estimated net worth of $1.4 billion (£1.04 billion), making him not just one of sport’s richest figures but also a global business empire in his own right. Bloomberg’s evaluation considers Ronaldo’s career earnings, brand endorsements, and business ventures, highlighting the extraordinary financial success that has mirrored his glittering sporting career. The report estimates that…

Serie A chief executive Luigi de Siervo has criticised Adrien Rabiot, insisting the AC Milan midfielder should “respect his employer” after publicly opposing plans for Italian league matches to be staged overseas. Rabiot, who joined Milan from Marseille last month, sparked debate after describing Serie A’s plan to host a league fixture in Australia as “completely crazy” and “really absurd.” Milan are scheduled to play Como in Perth this February as part of Serie A’s global expansion efforts. Meanwhile, Spain’s La Liga has also approved a Villarreal versus Barcelona clash in Miami later this year — the latest in a…

Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign has already been thrown off balance as a string of injury withdrawals force coach Eric Chelle to rethink his squad ahead of the games against Lesotho and Benin. Agu ruled out for months Werder Bremen confirmed that full-back Felix Agu will be sidelined for several months after suffering a syndesmosis ligament injury in their 1–0 win over St. Pauli. (Daily Post) An MRI and X-ray confirmed the diagnosis, with Bremen’s medical staff exploring treatment options. (Daily Post) Agu’s absence means he will miss Nigeria’s upcoming matches against Lesotho and Benin. (Daily Post) Other…