Bayern Munich and England midfielder Georgia Stanway believes it was “inevitable” that the Lionesses would reach a “plateau” after recent successes, following mounting criticism of their performance in the Women’s Nations League and their failure to qualify for the 2024 Olympic Games. The Lionesses, who celebrated historic milestones by winning Euro 2022 and reaching the 2023 World Cup final, have since faced growing scrutiny over recent results. On Friday, England…

FIFA has appointed former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger to lead a taskforce dedicated to addressing growing concerns over player welfare, as calls to address an increasingly congested football calendar escalate. This new initiative comes after top European leagues and the players’ union, Fifpro, filed a complaint to the European Commission against FIFA, accusing the organization of abusing its power by overloading the international fixture schedule. The taskforce will include representatives…

The Confederation of African Football has picked November 18 for Nigeria’s final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Rwanda. The match is scheduled for the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo. This is contained in a statement on Tuesday by the Nigeria Football Federation. The Matchday 6 encounter will draw the curtain on the race from Group D for slots at the 35th Africa Cup of Nations finals to be…

Spain and Barcelona’s mercurial midfielder, Aitana Bonmati, has been crowned the Women’s Ballon d’Or winner for the second consecutive year, celebrating a season of unparalleled success.The 26-year-old was instrumental in Barcelona’s historic quadruple win, which saw the club secure Liga F, the Champions League, the Supercopa, and the Copa de la Reina.With a career-high 19 goals across all competitions, Bonmati emerged as a key player, driving both club and country…

In a glittering ceremony in Paris, Manchester City’s midfield maestro, Rodri, claimed the 2024 Ballon d’Or, crowning a year marked by club and international triumphs.His contributions were pivotal, leading Manchester City to the Premier League title and Spain to Euro 2024 victory, cementing his place as one of the finest players in the game.On crutches due to a recent ACL injury, Rodri was assisted onto the stage by Didier Drogba,…

Zambia’s football community has been shaken by a tragic bus accident that claimed the lives of seven players from Chavuma Town Council FC. The team was en route to a third-tier league match in the northwestern region of the country when the accident occurred, leaving the nation in mourning. The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) released a statement expressing “deep shock” at the accident. FAZ President Andrew Kamanga confirmed they…

Manchester United have confirmed the sacking of manager Erik ten Hag following a disappointing start to the season that leaves the club languishing in 14th place in the Premier League. The Dutchman’s final game at the helm was Sunday’s 2-1 defeat to West Ham, extending United’s dismal run to just three wins from their first nine league matches. The club has appointed Ruud van Nistelrooy, who joined as Ten Hag’s…

With Erik ten Hag’s dismissal following Manchester United’s challenging start to the season, the search for a new manager has begun in earnest. Several high-profile names have already emerged as potential candidates, each offering different strengths, experience, and tactical approaches that could shape United’s future. Here’s a breakdown of some of the top contenders for the role at Old Trafford. Ruud van Nistelrooy Managerial Record: Played 33, Won 22, Drawn…

In a tough start to the season, Golden State Warriors’ star Stephen Curry sustained an ankle injury during a 112-104 loss to the LA Clippers. The 36-year-old limped off in the third quarter, receiving treatment on the sidelines before briefly returning in the fourth. However, after just a few moments back on the court, Curry aggravated the injury and was escorted to the locker room by teammate Gary Payton. Head…

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles showcased resilience, coming from behind to secure a 3-1 victory against Niger Republic in the semi-finals of the WAFU Zone B U-20 tournament in Togo. The win not only earned them a place in the final but also secured their qualification for the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations. After trailing early on, the Flying Eagles turned the game around under the guidance of head coach Aliyu…

Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has celebrated the ruling by the Confederation of African Football regarding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier match between Libya and Nigeria. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded the Super Eagles a victory in their controversial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya. The ruling comes after an abandoned match on October 15, which was marred by safety concerns that…

Manchester City continue the bid to defend the Premier League title for the fourth time straight as they host Southampton on Saturday afternoon. The reigning champions come into the game fresh from an emphatic midweek victory in the Champions League over Sparta Praha. They will be without some key players, however, as confirmed by manager Pep Guardiola. The Spaniard has indicated Kevin De Bruyne, Kyle Walker, Jack Grealish and Jeremy…