Author: Timi-Zacchaeus Oluwaferanmi

Ruben Amorim’s upcoming tenure as Manchester United manager is set to be one of the most challenging managerial assignments in recent history. Watching United’s 1-1 draw against Chelsea from Lisbon, Amorim would have seen a stark reminder of the deep-rooted issues he must confront at Old Trafford. Despite their hard work under caretaker manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, United’s performance lacked the creativity and cohesion needed to compete at the Premier League’s top level. With a measly 13th-place standing and 12 points from their first 10 games—United’s worst start since the 1986-87 season—it is evident that the team’s problems go beyond…

Arsenal’s sporting director, Edu, has surprised the club by deciding to leave, potentially to join Evangelos Marinakis’s group, which includes Nottingham Forest, Olympiacos, and Rio Ave. Although Edu’s exact future remains uncertain, his departure has shaken Arsenal’s hierarchy, who were unaware of his plans to exit. Edu, a former Arsenal midfielder, joined the club’s management in 2019 as technical director before being promoted to sporting director in 2022. Alongside manager Mikel Arteta, Edu played a vital role in transforming Arsenal into Premier League title contenders. Under his leadership, Arsenal executed high-profile signings, including Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard, and managed…

Max Verstappen’s brilliant drive from 17th to 1st in the São Paulo Grand Prix reasserted his dominance in this season’s title race, putting a definitive damper on Lando Norris’ already slim hopes of clinching the championship. Verstappen’s victory, described as one of his best performances yet and lauded as a “masterclass” in wet-weather driving, underscores his command over the competition. Despite his starting position and the challenging conditions, Verstappen’s confident charge up the field and strategic calls ultimately gave him his 62nd win. He now leads Norris by 62 points, closing in on a fourth world title. Meanwhile, Norris, who…

A new Netflix documentary titled *”It’s All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football”* delves into the controversy surrounding Spain’s historic 2023 Women’s World Cup victory, a moment tainted by the actions of former Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president Luis Rubiales. The film captures the celebration, the scandal, and the unprecedented unity that reshaped the landscape of Spanish football. The controversy began moments after Spain’s triumph over England in the final when Rubiales kissed player Jennifer Hermoso on the lips during the award ceremony. Rubiales later insisted the kiss was consensual, but Hermoso has maintained it was not, a…

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc has been fined €10,000 (£7,700) for using profane language during a post-race press conference after the Mexico City Grand Prix. The 27-year-old was penalized after a tense exchange in which he vividly recounted nearly losing control of his car in the final corner while defending his position against McLaren’s Lando Norris. Half of the fine is suspended, contingent on Leclerc avoiding a repeat offense over the next 12 months. Leclerc’s penalty is lighter than the punishment Red Bull’s Max Verstappen received for a similar incident at the Singapore Grand Prix in September. Verstappen was ordered to…

Former Manchester United star and Trinidad and Tobago football icon Dwight Yorke has been named head coach of the Trinidad and Tobago national team. Yorke, 52, who made his debut for his country in 1989, brings a wealth of experience and a profound sense of national pride to the role, having been a prominent figure in Trinidad and Tobago’s football history. Yorke’s illustrious international career spanned two decades, during which he earned 72 caps and scored 19 goals. He captained the team at their historic 2006 World Cup appearance, where Trinidad and Tobago became the smallest country to qualify for…

Erik ten Hag has expressed heartfelt gratitude to Manchester United fans and staff following his dismissal as manager earlier this week. Ten Hag, 54, who led United to two trophies in as many seasons, released a statement thanking fans for their unwavering support and wishing the club future success. “Thank you for always being there for the club,” Ten Hag said in a statement through his representatives, SEG. “The atmosphere at Old Trafford has always been electrifying, thanks to you.” He also acknowledged the dedication of United’s staff, calling their support “unwavering in good times and bad.” The former Ajax…

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised the outstanding performance of 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri, who scored a stunning goal in Arsenal’s 3-0 Carabao Cup win against Preston North End. Nwaneri, a rising star from Arsenal’s academy, impressed with his first-half goal, curling a precise shot into the net after Gabriel Jesus had opened the scoring. Substitute Kai Havertz capped the night with a third goal after the break, securing Arsenal’s spot in the quarter-finals where they will face Crystal Palace at the Emirates in mid-December. Reflecting on Nwaneri’s progress, Arteta noted that the young midfielder has the “right attitude” and “big talent”…

La Liga is set to postpone all football matches in the Valencia region this weekend following devastating flash floods that have claimed at least 95 lives. Torrential rainfall overwhelmed parts of Spain, with Chiva, a town near Valencia, experiencing over a year’s worth of rainfall in just eight hours. Real Madrid’s highly anticipated match against Valencia on Saturday, along with Villarreal’s game against Rayo Vallecano, is expected to be delayed. The postponements extend to Segunda Division matches, affecting fixtures such as Castellon vs. RC Ferrol, CD Eldense vs. SD Huesca, and Levante vs. Malaga. The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) will…

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has publicly defended his decision to join Red Bull as head of global soccer operations, acknowledging the criticism but explaining the move as the right step in his career. After departing Liverpool last season, the German coach’s new role with Red Bull, starting in January, has sparked controversy, especially among fans of his former club Borussia Dortmund. Red Bull’s presence in football is divisive in Germany, stemming from its acquisition and transformation of the small club SSV Markranstadt into Bundesliga powerhouse RB Leipzig in 2009. This move drew ire from traditionalists, with Leipzig often described…