Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford will miss Sunday’s match against Liverpool due to illness, manager Ruben Amorim confirmed. Rashford, who has been struggling with form and attitude issues recently, returned for the Newcastle match but was benched. Napoli has expressed interest in Rashford, with United open to a loan move if his high wages are covered. Meanwhile, United confirmed they’ll extend Harry Maguire’s contract to 2026, with Amorim demanding more leadership…

Celtic have initiated discussions to bring back former defender Kieran Tierney on a pre-contract agreement from Arsenal. The 27-year-old, who departed Celtic in 2019 for £25m, has struggled with injuries throughout his time in English football. Tierney’s Arsenal career has been marked by 125 appearances and several injury setbacks, including shoulder, knee, and hamstring issues. Despite his challenges, the Scotland international remains highly regarded for his professionalism and work ethic.…

Dani Olmo, a marquee £51 million summer signing and a key figure in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph, finds himself sidelined from La Liga, embroiled in Barcelona’s ongoing financial and administrative crisis. As of 1 January, Olmo and Pau Víctor were removed from Barcelona’s official list of registered players due to the club’s failure to meet La Liga’s stringent wage cap regulations. This debacle has further tarnished the reputation of the…

Crystal Palace midfielder Ebere Eze has expressed the team’s commitment to improving their performances in 2025. The England international, who has been in stellar form this season, shared his optimism as Palace fights to distance itself from the relegation zone. In an interview with Palace TV, Eze acknowledged the team’s current position but emphasized their collective determination to achieve more. “We want to do better than we’ve done so far…

Granada striker Edna Imade has been named Liga F Player of the Month for December, cementing her reputation as one of the league’s standout players. The 24-year-old Nigerian international delivered an exceptional performance last month, scoring three goals and registering one assist to secure the accolade. Imade edged out a competitive field that included top talents such as Amaiur Sarriegi (Real Sociedad), Jone Amezaga (Athletic Club), Signe Bruun (Real Madrid…

West Ham United’s Jarrod Bowen is set to miss around six weeks after sustaining a fractured foot during the Premier League clash against Liverpool, Sky Sports News understands. The injury occurred in the first half, though the 28-year-old attempted to continue playing before being substituted in the 60th minute. A Major Blow for West Ham Bowen’s absence is a significant setback for manager Julen Lopetegui, who is under pressure to…

Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold has been one of the most talked-about players in football this season. The right-back, now 26 years old, finds himself at a career crossroads as his contract with Liverpool edges closer to expiration. With speculation swirling about a potential move to Real Madrid, fans and pundits alike are debating whether Alexander-Arnold should stay at Anfield or embark on a new challenge in Spain. The Current Situation Alexander-Arnold,…

West Ham United striker Michail Antonio has been discharged from the hospital after more than three weeks of recovery following a serious car accident on December 7. The 34-year-old, who is West Ham’s all-time leading scorer in the Premier League with 68 goals in 268 appearances, sustained a broken leg in the crash, requiring surgery to treat a lower limb fracture. Antonio was trapped in his vehicle after the accident,…

The year 2024 was a thrilling one for sports enthusiasts worldwide, with numerous events that showcased the best of human athleticism, skill, and determination. From historic tournaments to inspiring achievements, both globally and in Nigeria, here is an expanded overview of the year’s most memorable moments in sports. Global Sporting Highlights Paris 2024 Summer Olympics The Paris Summer Olympics, held from July 26 to August 11, captured global attention with…

Former Manchester United star, Wayne Rooney, has been sacked by Plymouth Argyle manager after just 25 matches and seven months in charge of the club in the Championship. The 39-year-old is returning to his wife and children in Cheshire after another disastrous spell in management ended after seven months. In an official statement released by the club, today, Argyle and Rooney “mutually part ways with immediate effect” and will depart…

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has appointed two-time former world heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, as the state’s Sports Ambassador.  The announcement was made on the governor’s X page following Joshua’s visit to the Government House in Abeokuta yesterday. Abidoun wrote, “As a gesture of our collective pride and recognition of his contributions to sports, we were delighted to present him with a letter appointing him as a Sports Ambassador…

…After nightmare showing against Newcastle Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United have been savaged by club legend Gary Neville after their terrible first half against Newcastle United. *Man Utd lose 2-0 to Newcastle United*Sit just seven points clear of relegation spots*Neville slams Man Utd as the ‘worst’ ·WHAT HAPPENED? Manchester United’s struggles seem to have no end at the moment and Amorim’s side’s attempts to get a result against Newcastle United at…