Author: Timi-Zacchaeus Oluwaferanmi

Chelsea will hope Liam Delap’s return from injury can ignite their faltering attack as the Blues prepare for Wednesday’s Carabao Cup tie at Wolves. The 22-year-old striker has been sidelined for 10 matches with a hamstring injury sustained during August’s 2-0 Premier League win over Fulham. His comeback arrives at a crucial time for Enzo Maresca’s side, who are struggling for consistency and creativity in front of goal. Chelsea’s latest setback — a 2-1 home defeat to Sunderland — exposed familiar issues, with Maresca lamenting his team’s “lack of creativity” and poor crossing. The loss leaves the Blues chasing stability…

Premier League giants Chelsea are reportedly tracking the progress of 19-year-old Flying Eagles winger Sani Suleiman, who has been turning heads following his performances at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. Suleiman, who plies his trade with Slovak side AS Trenčín, enjoyed a standout tournament with Nigeria’s U-20 team, showcasing his pace, dribbling ability, and creativity on the wing. His displays at the global event caught the attention of scouts from several European clubs, and Chelsea are now among those keen to secure his services. The young winger has continued to impress in Slovakia since returning from Chile,…

Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie has been shortlisted for the 2025 International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) Women’s Best Goalkeeper award, further cementing her reputation as one of the brightest goalkeeping talents in world football. The 24-year-old, who plays for Brighton & Hove Albion in the English Women’s Super League (WSL), earned the nomination after a stellar year for both club and country. Nnadozie’s performances at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco were particularly influential, as she helped the Super Falcons claim a record-extending 10th continental title. Her outstanding saves and commanding presence between the posts…

Martin O’Neill has downplayed his return to Celtic Park, insisting he is only “keeping the seat warm” until a permanent manager is appointed following Brendan Rodgers’ dramatic resignation. The 73-year-old former Hoops boss, who left Celtic two decades ago after a glittering spell, was persuaded to step in as interim head coach after what he described as a “shock call” from major shareholder Dermot Desmond. “I took a gasp of breath and asked if this was real,” O’Neill told TalkSport. “It’s difficult to turn down someone who gave you the job in the first place when they had great options…

Tottenham Hotspur extended their unbeaten Premier League away run with a commanding 3-0 victory over Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium, handing the Toffees their first defeat at their new home. Dutch defender Micky van de Ven was the unlikely hero, scoring twice in the first half to put Spurs in control before Pape Matar Sarr added a late third to seal the win. The result lifted Thomas Frank’s side to third in the table, five points behind leaders Arsenal, while Everton slipped to 14th. The hosts had arrived with an unbeaten record at their new Bramley-Moore Dock ground, but Tottenham’s…

Lando Norris reclaimed the Formula 1 world championship lead with a flawless performance at the Mexico City Grand Prix, cruising to victory ahead of Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen. The McLaren driver was untouchable from pole to flag, securing his sixth win of the season and moving one point clear of teammate Oscar Piastri in the standings. It was a statement drive from Norris, who had not led the championship since April. His dominance came amid chaos behind, where Verstappen, Leclerc, and others were embroiled in a series of dramatic battles and penalties. Norris in Command from the Start Concerns…

Real Madrid extended their lead at the top of La Liga to five points with a 2-1 win over Barcelona in El Clasico — but the evening wasn’t without drama as tension surrounding Vinicius Junior resurfaced. It was a statement victory for Xabi Alonso in his first league Clasico as manager, with Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe leading the way. Bellingham marked his return to form with a goal and an assist after a difficult spell recovering from shoulder surgery, while Mbappe continued his ruthless scoring streak. Yet what should have been a near-perfect night for Real Madrid turned sour…

Galatasaray president Durzan Özbek has confirmed that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen does not have a release clause in his contract with the Turkish Super Lig champions. Speaking during a sponsorship press conference on Friday, Özbek dismissed rumours suggesting that the 25-year-old’s deal contained a fixed buyout clause, insisting that the club maintains full control over the player’s future. “Osimhen’s contract doesn’t include an exit clause,” Özbek stated. “He’s an extremely successful player who will serve Galatasaray for many years to come.” The Turkish champions secured Osimhen’s signature from Italian side Napoli this summer after activating his €75 million release clause…

Jannik Sinner continued his superb 2025 season with a commanding straight-set victory over Alexander Bublik to reach the semi-finals of the Vienna Open. The world number two, who has reached all four Grand Slam singles finals this year, was near flawless on serve as he dispatched Bublik 6-4, 6-3 in just 76 minutes. A single break of serve in each set was enough for the Italian to secure his 60th win of the season and move a step closer to his fourth ATP title of the year. Sinner, 24, has now won 19 consecutive matches on indoor hard courts and…

A massive FBI crackdown has rocked the world of basketball and organised crime, leading to the arrest of more than 30 individuals including current and former NBA stars and prominent mafia figures over allegations of illegal sports betting and rigged poker games. Among those detained are Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, Portland Trail Blazers head coach and former NBA Finals MVP Chauncey Billups, and ex-player Damon Jones. The arrests stem from two overlapping federal indictments announced in New York and Oregon on Thursday. Two major criminal cases unveiled According to FBI Director Kash Patel, the “mind-boggling” operation uncovered two interconnected…