Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu erupted in cheers on Tuesday night as Vinicius Jr scored a stunning hat-trick to lead his side to a remarkable 5-2 comeback victory over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. The Brazilian forward, who has become a fan favourite in the Spanish capital, took centre stage in a dramatic clash that saw Real overturn a 2-0 deficit to secure a crucial win. With the Ballon d’Or…

Stuttgart secured their first win of the Champions League league phase with a dramatic stoppage-time goal to shock 10-man Juventus, ending the Italian side’s perfect start in the competition. Substitute El Bilal Toure’s late strike sealed a 1-0 victory, sending the German club’s fans into raptures at the final whistle. Despite Juventus being favorites heading into the match, Stuttgart dominated large parts of the game and were rewarded for their…

LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, created a historic moment in NBA history during the Los Angeles Lakers’ season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves, becoming the first father-son duo to share the court in an official NBA game. This momentous occasion came with just four minutes left in the first half of the Lakers’ 110-103 victory. The highly anticipated debut of the James double-act was met with a roaring…

Jhon Duran’s impressive form for Aston Villa continues as he scored in their 2-0 Champions League victory over Bologna, marking his first start at Villa Park in 11 months. Despite his goal, Duran expressed frustration at being substituted immediately afterward, kicking the back of a dugout seat. However, Villa manager Unai Emery showed no concern over the outburst, emphasizing that he manages the players’ reactions and keeps everything “under control.”…

Girona secured their inaugural Champions League win with a 2-0 triumph over Slovan Bratislava at Estadi Municipal de Montilivi. The Spanish side dominated the match, demonstrating their potential in Europe’s elite competition. Girona controlled the early proceedings, creating multiple scoring opportunities. The breakthrough came when former Everton loanee Arnaut Danjuma delivered a precise cross into the box, allowing Miguel Gutierrez to beat goalkeeper Dominik Takac at the near post with…

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…