Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri has undergone a minor heart operation after being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, the Italian club has confirmed. The 66-year-old is expected to return to his regular duties within the next few days, easing concerns over the health of one of European football’s most distinctive coaching figures. Italian media reported the procedure was routine and precautionary, aimed at correcting an irregular heart rhythm rather than addressing a…

‎Nigeria sealed their place in the round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a thrilling 3–2 win over Tunisia on Saturday night in Fez, and head coach Eric Chelle expressed satisfaction with his team’s overall performance despite a tense finish. ‎Chelle praised the Super Eagles for their high tempo and control of the game for large spells, stressing that their work rate and ball recovery were…

This was contained in a statement released on Monday titled, “AFCON 2025: Final group games begin as knockout race tightens in Morocco

Cristiano Ronaldo has declared he will not retire from football until he reaches the remarkable milestone of 1,000 career goals, underlining his enduring ambition as he continues to defy age and expectation. The Portugal captain, now 40, reaffirmed his determination after scoring twice in Al-Nassr’s 3-0 win over Al Akhdoud in the Saudi Pro League on Saturday. Those goals took his combined tally for club and country to 956, leaving…

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reaffirmed its position that no decision has been communicated by FIFA regarding its petition challenging the eligibility of some Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) players used in their 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-off encounter. The federation insists that the matter is still being reviewed by world football’s governing body. ‎Speaking on the issue, NFF Secretary General, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, stated that the…

Mikel Arteta applauded Arsenal’s resilience after their hard-fought victory over Brighton secured top spot in the Premier League at the end of 2025, despite a growing injury crisis threatening to derail their title push. ‎Arsenal’s preparations were disrupted when Dutch defender Jurrien Timber suffered an injury during Friday’s training session. The situation worsened shortly before kick-off as Italian full-back Riccardo Calafiori was forced out after picking up a knock in…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have secured qualification for the round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations following an entertaining 3–2 triumph over Tunisia in their second Group C encounter at the Stade de Fès on Saturday. The match, which initially appeared to be a routine outing for Nigeria, took a dramatic turn late on as Tunisia staged a spirited fightback that ultimately came too late. First-half and second-half…

The Mobolaji Johnson Sports Centre, Rowe Park, recently transformed into a hub of athletic excellence and strategic brilliance as the 2025 Sports Fiesta concluded, highlighting the Lagos State Government’s commitment to grassroots sports and gender inclusion. The initiative, a joint venture between the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the governor on Sports and the Office of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), was designed to bridge inequality gaps and provide a competitive…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed a fine of $5,000 on the Egyptian national football team following their recent match against Zimbabwe. ‎The decision comes after an incident where players and coaching staff, led by Hossam Hassan, failed to engage in post-match media obligations after their thrilling victory, where Egypt triumphed with a score of 2-1. ‎Despite the excitement of the match, the team members and officials neglected…

‎Ruben Amorim has warned that Manchester United will not allow players to leave during the January transfer window unless replacements are brought in, admitting the squad is already stretched to its limits. ‎BBC Sport reports that questions remain over the futures of Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee, with both players pushing for more minutes in the second half of the season. ‎Mainoo is considering a loan move once he returns…

Manchester United are bracing themselves for life without Bruno Fernandes after head coach Ruben Amorim admitted it is “impossible” to replace his captain, who could be sidelined for up to a month with a hamstring injury. Fernandes was forced off during Sunday’s 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa, a moment that instantly raised alarm bells at Old Trafford. Amorim confirmed shortly after the match that the Portugal international would miss Friday…

Olympique Lyonnais are delighted to welcome Brazilian international forward Endrick, who will join the professional squad from 29 December, after finalizing a loan deal with Real Madrid. ‎ The French club expressed their gratitude to the Spanish giants, saying they “would like to thank Real Madrid for the quality of the discussions and cooperation that made his arrival possible.” ‎The 19-year-old arrives on a paid loan worth up to €1…