Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi has claimed that he has had a long-standing interest in music since the age of 14.In a recent interview with The Cable, the 28-year-old Fulham midfielder revealed his little-known musical side, which he has only lately begun to showcase. “It’s only recently that I started showcasing that I like music, but I’ve been doing music since the age of 14,” Iwobi said. The former Arsenal…

Former England manager Gareth Southgate has been tagged as a leading candidate to replace Erik ten Hag who is under fire as Manchester United manager. The two-time Euro Championship finalist has finally spoken on the prospect of taking over from the Dutchman at Old Trafford.Ten Hag has come under severe fire after seeing United to their poorest start to a Premier League season ever and the former England manager is…

England’s interim manager, Lee Carsley, has confirmed that captain Harry Kane will not be fit to start in their crucial UEFA Nations League match against Greece at Wembley Stadium. Kane, England’s record goalscorer, picked up a minor injury during Bayern Munich’s recent clash with Eintracht Frankfurt, leaving his availability for this vital fixture in doubt. Carsley, who is expected to lead the team for the six Nations League group games,…

Pernille Harder delivered a stellar performance, netting a hat-trick as Bayern Munich staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Arsenal 5-2 in their opening match of the 2024-25 UEFA Women’s Champions League. The result puts Bayern in a commanding position in Group C, while Arsenal will be left to rue defensive lapses that cost them the game. Arsenal began the game with intensity and energy, looking to make an early mark.…

Manchester City Women kicked off their UEFA Women’s Champions League campaign in spectacular fashion, defeating reigning champions Barcelona 2-0 at the Joie Stadium. Goals from Naomi Layzell and Khadija Shaw sealed an impressive victory, marking Barcelona’s first defeat in six months. From the opening whistle, Gareth Taylor’s side appeared unfazed by the stature of their opponents. Barcelona, one of the most formidable teams in women’s football, struggled to find their…

The football world is in mourning following the tragic death of George Baldock, a former Sheffield United defender, at the age of 31. Baldock was found dead in the swimming pool of his home in Glyfada, a southern suburb of Athens, Greece. His body was discovered on Wednesday evening, and according to initial coroner findings, the cause of death was drowning. Police sources confirmed that there are no indications of…

Jurgen Klopp, the iconic German football manager revered for his tenures at Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool, is facing backlash in his home country following his recent appointment as head of global soccer at Red Bull. The move has sparked outrage, particularly among Borussia Dortmund supporters, who view his decision to join an organization long criticized for its commercial approach to football as a betrayal of the values he once championed.…

Tennis great, Rafael Nadal has announced he will retire at the end of the 2024 season. The 38-year-old Spaniard will compete in his final professional event at the Davis Cup Finals to be held in Malaga from 19 to 24 November. The player many refer to as the greatest ever on clay court, in Spanish in a video posted on X said, “Hello everyone, I am here to let you…

Liverpool first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker will be out with a hamstring injury until late November, the club has confirmed. The Brazilian got injured in Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday, leaving the game on a stretcher in the 79th minute and replaced by Vitezslav Jaros. The Reds will be counting on second-choice goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher to fill in for Alisson at the end of the international break.Liverpool are…

Italy striker Mario Balotelli is reportedly close to sealing a return to Serie A. Balotelli, 34, has played in 11 different clubs in what has been an illustrious career, including top teams in Italian and English football including Milan, Inter, Manchester City and Liverpool. The former prodigy has moved around quite a bit since 2016, playing last for Turkish side Adana Demirspor where he scored seven goals in 16 Super…

Barcelona star and Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmatí has left the door open to a potential move to the Women’s Super League (WSL) in the future, despite recently signing a four-year contract extension with her current club. Speaking to Sky Sports News at the EA FC25 launch in Madrid, the 26-year-old midfielder praised the rapid growth of women’s football in England, while expressing a desire to continue enjoying her career…

The announcement of Andrés Iniesta’s retirement from professional football at the age of 40 has sent shockwaves through the sporting world. A true legend of both Barcelona and the Spanish national team, Iniesta’s legacy extends far beyond the trophies he lifted or the statistics he amassed. His ability to captivate audiences and inspire teammates was unparalleled, and as we reflect on his illustrious career, it becomes evident that Iniesta was…