FIFA, football’s global governing body, is facing criticism over allegations that it has failed to pay the final installments owed to hundreds of players across Europe, whose contracts were not honoured by their clubs. The money, promised through FIFA’s Fund for Players, was due in September 2023, but sources from several countries claim that many players are still waiting for their payments. The affected players, many of whom are now…

Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from the Hong Kong Open as she continues her recovery from a foot injury, despite reporting that she is making “good progress.” The 21-year-old British player, currently ranked world number 55, sustained the injury during her quarter-final match at the Korea Open against Daria Kasatkina on 21 September. Since then, Raducanu has had to pull out of five consecutive tournaments and has played in only two…

In the rugged region of Brittany, northwest France, football has long been a cultural mainstay. For decades, the area has produced some of France’s brightest football stars, such as Eduardo Camavinga and Ousmane Dembélé, through the academies of regional giants Nantes and Rennes. However, one club has emerged from the shadows of these powerhouses in a story that defies the odds: Stade Brestois 29. Last season, Brest achieved the unthinkable—qualifying…

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed concern over Riccardo Calafiori’s injury during their 1-0 Champions League win over Shakhtar Donetsk, noting that the situation is “a bit of a worry.” The Italian left-back, who was signed for up to £42 million from Bologna in the summer, was forced off after seemingly twisting his right knee. This injury adds to Arsenal’s growing list of sidelined players, including Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, and…

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis has been handed a five-match stadium ban after being found guilty of improper conduct for spitting on the floor as match officials walked past in the tunnel. The incident occurred following Forest’s 1-0 Premier League defeat to Fulham at the City Ground on 28 September. An independent regulatory commission issued the ban, describing Marinakis’ actions as an “egregious display of disrespectful behaviour.” The controversy unfolded…

Ghana and West Ham player Mohammed Kudus may be in more disciplinary trouble than it initially appeared with the FA bringing further charges against him. The midfielder was shown a red card during West Ham’s 4-1 defeat to Tottenham after kicking Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven and pushing him and Pape Matar Sarr in the face.The FA is further charging the Ghanaian with “violent conduct and acting in an…

Wilfred Ndidi has officially joined an elite group of Nigerian footballers by reaching 200 Premier League appearances. The Leicester City midfielder’s remarkable consistency and performances have made him the ninth Nigerian to achieve this milestone in England’s top-flight league. Here is the full list of Nigerian players with the most Premier League appearances: 1. Shola Ameobi – 298 appearances 2. Nwankwo Kanu – 273 appearances 3. Alex Iwobi – 261…

For Shakhtar Donetsk, the grim reality of war in Ukraine is a constant companion. The shadow of conflict looms over every match, training session, and decision made by the club. The most recent stark reminder came in September, when a Russian missile strike hit the hotel the team was scheduled to stay at ahead of their match against Kryvbas. The attack, which took place in Kryvyi Rih, claimed four lives,…

Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini has revealed that Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman’s recent international duty impacted his fitness in their 2-0 victory over Venezia. Gasperini noted that Lookman struggled defensively during the Serie A clash on Saturday, which led to his substitution. “He (Lookman) struggled to get back and help out in defence, so he was not playing for the team. Venezia were improving, and I needed to tie the…

In a major announcement, Glasgow has officially been confirmed as the host city for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The Scottish city, which previously hosted the Games in 2014, will now take on the responsibility of staging a slimmed-down version of the prestigious multi-sport event. This news comes after months of uncertainty following the withdrawal of the original host, Victoria, Australia, due to rising costs. The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) made…

Everton are preparing a January move for AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze as they look to strengthen their attack in the winter transfer window, The Merseyside club, currently 16th in the Premier League, aims to bolster their squad in a bid to avoid another relegation battle. Chukwueze, who has been on Everton’s radar for some time, has struggled for regular playing time at Milan this season under coach Paolo Fonseca.…

In a bold move to expand its global reach, La Liga is pushing for Barcelona’s December clash against Atletico Madrid to be staged in Miami, marking the first time a Spanish top-flight league match would be played in the United States. Scheduled for 22 December, just before La Liga’s winter break, the fixture could be a historic moment for football in North America. However, the proposal is still pending final…