In a recent interview with *Club del Deportista*, Barcelona defender Iñigo Martínez praised his 17-year-old teammate, Lamine Yamal, highlighting his maturity and potential. Despite Yamal’s youth, Martínez noted that the winger has “a good head” and a clear sense of direction in his career. However, he emphasized the importance of guiding Yamal, as the world of football can sometimes lead young players astray. “We have to help him because it’s…

In an exciting new twist to the historic rivalry between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, the Blaugrana will be sporting a unique shirt for the upcoming *El Clasico* on October 26, 2024. As part of their ongoing partnership with Spotify, FC Barcelona will don jerseys featuring the logo of British rock band Coldplay. The women’s team will also wear the same design for their match against Eibar on November 2,…

In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports News, Paul Pogba has opened up about the turbulent period in his career following his suspension from football, his contemplation of retirement, and his aspirations to return to the French national team after seeing his four-year doping ban reduced to 18 months. The 31-year-old Juventus midfielder tested positive for dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), a substance that enhances hormone production, including testosterone, leading to his initial…

The Nigerian U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, made an emphatic start to their campaign in the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup by defeating New Zealand 4-1. This opening match, held in the Dominican Republic, showcased Nigeria’s strong intentions in the tournament as they secured a commanding win, establishing themselves as early favorites in their group. Nigeria wasted no time in making their mark on the game, with Shakirat…

Dani Olmo, the Spanish international, was the standout participant in Barcelona’s recent training session, marking his return after being sidelined for over a month due to a thigh injury sustained in mid-September against Girona. His partial participation in training signifies his steady recovery, as he looks to regain full match fitness. Olmo’s return comes at a crucial time for FC Barcelona, with key matches against Sevilla, Bayern Munich, and Real…

English Referees chief Howard Webb has noted the improvements in refereeing standards in the Premier League. Webb pointed out that the video assistant referee (VAR) has made just two errors so far this season.Webb who returned to English football as referees chief in 2022 after eight years of retirement from active on-field officiating made this observation while featuring on the popular podcast Stick To Football hosted by Manchester United legend…

Bayer Leverkusen forward Victor Boniface has emerged as one of the top-rated 23-year-olds in Europe’s elite leagues, following a stellar start to the 2024/25 Bundesliga season. The Nigerian international has continued his fine form from last season, scoring four goals and providing one assist in just six league matches for the reigning German champions. With an impressive WhoScored rating of 7.34, Boniface is currently the highest-rated 23-year-old in the Bundesliga…

Super Eagles and Orlando Pirates centre-back Olisah Harold Ndah is set to miss the remainder of 2024 season after suffering a serious tibia fracture during a league match against Polokwane City. The 26-year-old sustained the injury late in the game last month, just after helping his side secure a 3-0 victory. Ndah’s injury comes as a significant blow to both his club and country. Having recently returned to the Super…

Super Eagles and Bayer Leverkusen forward, Nathan Temitayo Tella, has expressed his frustration over his lack of playing time this season. Despite being a key contributor to Leverkusen’s successful Bundesliga and DFB Pokal campaign last season, the 25-year-old winger has struggled to secure regular minutes under manager Xabi Alonso. Tella, who joined Leverkusen from Southampton last year, played an important role in the squad’s double-winning season, scoring six goals and…

South Korean footballer Hwang Ui-jo has issued a public apology after admitting to secretly recording sexual encounters with his partners without their consent. The 31-year-old striker, who currently plays for Turkish club Alanyaspor, expressed his regret during his first court appearance in Seoul on Wednesday, where he is facing charges of illegal filming. Hwang, who had been a prominent figure in South Korean football and recently played for Nottingham Forest…

Mauricio Pochettino’s tenure as manager of the United States men’s national team suffered an early setback as his side lost 2-0 to rivals Mexico in an international friendly at Estadio Akron. The match, which also marked the farewell of Mexico’s legendary midfielder Andrés Guardado, saw the hosts put in a dominant performance to claim victory, ending the USA’s seven-match unbeaten streak against their regional rivals. Pochettino, who took charge of…

Lionel Messi once again proved why he remains one of the greatest footballers of all time, as he led Argentina to a resounding 6-0 victory over Bolivia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The 37-year-old football icon delivered a masterclass performance at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires, scoring his 10th international hat-trick and assisting two more goals. The win propelled Argentina to the top of the South American…