When Alan Hansen famously claimed in 1995 that “you can’t win anything with kids,” Manchester United’s Class of ’92 quickly made him eat his words. Fast forward nearly 30 years, and Hansi Flick’s youthful Barcelona side has rewritten that script once more, clinching the La Liga title and Copa del Rey in a dazzling Double that has captivated the footballing world. Barcelona’s resurgence under Hansi Flick has been a story…

Nigerian international and Nottingham Forest striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, has emerged from an induced coma after undergoing emergency surgery to treat a ruptured intestine sustained during a dramatic 2-2 Premier League draw against Leicester City on Sunday. The 26-year-old forward collided with the goalpost in a desperate attempt to connect with a cross from teammate Anthony Elanga late in the match, a move later ruled offside in the build-up. The injury,…

A dramatic 95th-minute winner by Jacobo Ramon ensured Real Madrid snatched a 2-1 comeback victory over Mallorca at the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday night, forcing Barcelona to wait at least one more day to clinch the La Liga title. With the match deep into stoppage time and Real seemingly out of ideas, 20-year-old Ramon — making just his second La Liga appearance — volleyed home from close range following a…

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi is in a medically induced coma after suffering a ruptured intestine in Sunday’s 2-2 Premier League draw against Leicester City — and the controversial ‘late flag’ offside protocol is under renewed scrutiny. The 27-year-old Nigerian international collided forcefully with the goalpost while trying to connect with a cross from Anthony Elanga, who replays later confirmed was in an offside position. Awoniyi attempted to continue briefly…

Bologna FC sealed an emotional and historic Coppa Italia victory on Wednesday evening, defeating AC Milan 1-0 in the final at the Stadio Olimpico. The triumph marks the club’s first major silverware in 51 years, with the last trophy secured in 1974. The hero of the night was Swiss forward Dan Ndoye, who scored the only goal of the game in the 53rd minute, ensuring Bologna’s place in next season’s…

Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has joined millions of football fans in wishing Nottingham Forest striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, a speedy and full recovery. Awoniyi is currently in an induced coma in hospital following emergency abdominal surgery. Induced coma is a medically controlled state of unconsciousness used to protect the brain or body after severe injury or surgery. It helps reduce movement, pain, and stress on vital organs. READ ALSO: AbdulRazaq flags…

Everton have announced that their historic stadium, Goodison Park, will become the permanent home of the club’s women’s team, scrapping earlier plans to demolish the 132-year-old ground. The decision marks a significant shift in strategy from the club’s new owners, The Friedkin Group, who took over in December 2024. Previously, the site was set to undergo an £82 million regeneration project to make way for housing, shops, a care home…

Carlo Ancelotti says he has “never had a problem” with Real Madrid and is not looking to “make a big deal” out of his upcoming departure, as the legendary manager prepares to take over as head coach of the Brazil national team. The 65-year-old Italian will officially begin his tenure with the five-time world champions on 26 May, a day after Real Madrid conclude their La Liga campaign against Real…

Nottingham Forest have issued a strong rebuttal to suggestions that club owner Evangelos Marinakis confronted manager Nuno Espirito Santo after Sunday’s 2-2 Premier League draw with Leicester City, calling reports of a dispute “fake news.” The Greek businessman was seen animatedly speaking to Nuno on the pitch after the full-time whistle, prompting widespread speculation about a rift between the pair. However, in a lengthy and impassioned statement released on Tuesday,…

As Trent Alexander-Arnold stepped onto the Anfield pitch on Sunday, it should have been a triumphant homecoming — a moment to honour a local lad turned legend in what was likely his penultimate appearance for Liverpool. Instead, he was met with a chorus of boos from a section of the crowd. The reaction from some supporters to Alexander-Arnold’s return—following his announcement that he would leave the club at the end…

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez has been ordered to serve the remainder of a five-match international ban after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) rejected his appeal. The ban stems from an altercation he was involved in with Colombia fans during Uruguay’s Copa America semi-final defeat in July 2024. The incident occurred after Uruguay lost 1-0 to Colombia, with Nunez seen physically confronting spectators in the stands. The altercation occurred…

Real Madrid are working swiftly to appoint Xabi Alonso as their new manager ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, with plans for him to take charge as early as June 1. Sources close to the Spanish giants reveal that Alonso, 43, is expected to be in Madrid by the start of next month to prepare the team for their first match of the tournament against Saudi Arabian side…