Boluwatife Kehinde The Iranian Football Federation has formally announced its decision to boycott the forthcoming World Cup finals draw scheduled to take place in Washington. This decision follows the refusal by the United States to grant visas to certain members of the Iranian delegation. As reported by AFP, the Iranian sports website Varzeh confirmed that the U.S. denied visa applications for several delegation members, including Mehdi Taj, the federation president.…

Strasbourg president Marc Keller has firmly rejected claims that the club has become a “feeder team” for Chelsea, despite growing criticism from a vocal section of supporters who are uneasy about the BlueCo ownership model linking the two clubs. Strasbourg have enjoyed a resurgence on the pitch, sitting fifth in Ligue 1 after finishing seventh last season to secure European football for the first time in six years. They remain…

Newcastle United have condemned what they described as “unacceptable” and “indiscriminate” policing after their supporters were subjected to chaotic and distressing scenes following Tuesday night’s 2-1 Champions League defeat to Marseille at the Stade Vélodrome. The club said it will submit a formal complaint to Uefa, Marseille officials and the French police after fans reported excessive force, including the use of pepper spray, batons and shields, during what was meant…

Ashley Cole has opened up on a major turning point in his career, revealing that his marriage ultimately stopped him from completing a move to Real Madrid. The former England defender, widely regarded as one of the best left-backs of his generation, discussed the dramatic shift in his transfer plans while appearing on the Stick to Football show this week. Cole, who left Arsenal for Chelsea in September 2006 in…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎Liverpool manager Arne Slot insists he is not worried about his job despite growing pressure following his team’s humiliating 4–1 home defeat to PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League on Wednesday night. ‎ ‎The Anfield crowd witnessed yet another disappointing performance as Liverpool slumped to their ninth loss in their last 12 matches across all competitions. ‎ ‎Speaking at his post-match press conference, Slot admitted the seriousness…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎In a tightly contested fixture that promises to be thrilling between Arsenal and Chelsea on Sunday, Arsenal winger Noni Madueke says he is eagerly looking forward to meeting his former club, describing the contest as a battle between “two elite sides.” ‎ ‎The 23-year-old recently netted Arsenal’s second goal in their 3–1 win over Bayern Munich in the Champions League — a result that keeps the Gunners…

China’s world champion long jumper Wang Jianan has been officially cleared of doping allegations after a thorough investigation involving hospital CCTV footage and patient records. The 29-year-old athlete, who made history by becoming the first Asian man to win gold in the long jump at the 2022 World Championships in Oregon with an 8.36m leap, had faced a significant setback when an out-of-competition doping test in November 2024 detected traces…

Paris Saint-Germain’s evolution from a star-studded “bling-bling” project into a club increasingly defined by homegrown talent has become one of the most remarkable shifts in European football. Once known for blockbuster signings and global superstars, PSG are now leaning heavily on their Paris-born academy products to defend their Champions League crown—an approach accelerated by injuries but rooted in long-term planning. This transformation was highlighted again this season as as many…

Galatasaray’s Champions League hopes suffered another setback on Tuesday night after a 1-0 home defeat to Union Saint-Gilloise, and former Premier League striker Troy Deeney believes the loss highlights just how crucial Victor Osimhen is to the Turkish champions. Osimhen, who has been in blistering form in Europe this season, was unavailable after sustaining an injury on international duty with Nigeria two weeks ago. His absence was glaring once again,…

As Bayern Munich prepare to visit the Emirates Stadium for a top-of-the-table UEFA Champions League clash, Harry Kane has issued a strong warning to Arsenal: Bayern remain “dangerous against anyone,” and the England captain insists his side are ready for another heavyweight battle. Both teams enter the tie level on 12 points and in excellent form, setting the stage for one of the standout fixtures of the group phase. The…

‎Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎In a landmark move linking two generations of Brazilian football greatness, Neymar Santos Jr. has taken ownership of Pelé’s iconic brand. ‎ ‎The announcement was made on Tuesday by NR Sports, the company owned by Neymar’s father, confirming that they had secured the rights from the previous holder. ‎ ‎Neymar Santos Sr., who leads NR Sports, revealed the acquisition during an event at the Pelé Museum in…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎As the Africa Cup of Nations draws near, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has endorsed updated squad regulations that will influence how teams prepare for the 2025 edition of the tournament. ‎ ‎According to CAF the changes are intended to help coaches better manage injuries, suspensions, and tactical requirements during what is expected to be a tightly packed competition schedule. ‎ ‎Under the revised rule which…