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Brisbane is set to construct a brand-new 63,000-seat stadium as the centerpiece of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Queensland government has announced. The state-of-the-art multi-sport venue will be located in Victoria Park, hosting the Games’ opening and closing ceremonies, as well as the athletics events. Additionally, the new stadium will serve as Brisbane’s primary cricket venue after the historic Gabba stadium is demolished post-Games. The decision was confirmed…
Thomas Tuchel has warned that club managers cannot expect favours from him over the fitness of their England players, insisting “we do what’s good for us.” England play their second World Cup qualifier in four days against Latvia at Wembley on Monday night, with Tuchel preparing to name his second line-up as head coach. Anthony Gordon has returned to Newcastle United with a hip injury he suffered in the victory…
Juventus have sacked head coach Thiago Motta after just nine months in charge and replaced him with Croatian Igor Tudor. Motta, 42, took over in June 2024 but struggled to maintain consistency. The 36-time Serie A champions currently sit fifth in the league, one point outside the Champions League qualification spots. His tenure ended after back-to-back heavy defeats—3-0 to Fiorentina and 4-0 at home to Atalanta. Juventus also crashed out…
Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento has been omitted from England’s squad for Monday’s World Cup qualifier against Latvia at Wembley. The 22-year-old was an unused substitute in Friday’s 2-0 victory over Albania, but will now sit out the next fixture as Thomas Tuchel reshuffles his squad. England initially selected 26 players for the two qualifiers, but UEFA regulations require teams to trim their matchday squad to 23 for each game.…
As Ramadan draws to a close, Bournemouth forward Dango Ouattara is clear about what comes first in his life—faith. “For me, faith comes first. It comes before football,” the 23-year-old Burkina Faso international told BBC Sport Africa. A devout Muslim, Ouattara prays five times daily, including before and after every match, as a way to “stay humble” and refocus. “It helps me correct myself in society, stay calm, and be…
Zimbabwe defender Emmanuel Jalai has vowed that the Warriors will give their all when they take on Nigeria in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Michael Nees’ side is still searching for their first win in the qualifiers and will be looking to cause an upset when they face the Super Eagles at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Jalai, 26, acknowledged Nigeria’s strength but remains…
Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo has emphasized the importance of star striker Victor Osimhen experiencing the FIFA World Cup, calling it a milestone every top player should reach. Osimhen played a crucial role in Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, scoring twice in their 2-0 victory over Rwanda. The win marked the Super Eagles’ first in the qualifiers, moving them to fourth place with six points. The Galatasaray defender, who…
Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga has expressed his satisfaction with his decision to leave Manchester United, insisting that the move has been beneficial for his career. The Sweden international, who has been in impressive form for Forest this season, revealed in an interview with Fotbollskanalen that he still holds Manchester United close to his heart but has no regrets about moving on. A Fresh Start at Nottingham Forest After struggling…
Chelsea will have to pay Manchester United £5m if they decide against signing Jadon Sancho permanently this summer, despite an initial obligation to buy the winger for between £20m and £25m—provided they finish at least 14th in the Premier League. The 24-year-old joined Chelsea on loan from United last August after a fallout with then-United manager Erik ten Hag. While he initially impressed at Stamford Bridge, his form has dipped…
Football fans were treated to an unforgettable night of Nations League action as the quarter-final second legs delivered 21 goals, dramatic comebacks, and penalty shootout heartbreak. With three matches going into extra time and two being settled by spot kicks, it was a night of pure chaos that saw France, Germany, Portugal, and Spain advance to the semi-finals. Ronaldo’s Mixed Night as Portugal Prevails Cristiano Ronaldo had the chance to…
The battle for a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, has entered a decisive phase. African teams are preparing for Matchday 6 of the qualifiers, with some aiming to strengthen their hold on top positions, while others fight to keep their hopes of qualification alive. Nigeria’s impressive 2-0 victory over Rwanda on Friday has set the tone for what…
Fired-up Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has said Zimbabwe should forget about picking any point in Tuesday’s 2026 World Cup Qualifier match in Uyo. Sources have it that, while Troost-Ekong insinuated that The Warriors of Zimbabwe need not turn up for Tuesday’s game at The Nest of Champions, Eagles’ top scorer, Victor Osimhen, who got both goals in Friday’s 2-0 spanking of hosts Rwanda, tagged the upcoming match as another…
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