FIFA has ruled out the possibility of suspending Israel from international football, despite growing calls from some quarters to impose sanctions similar to those taken against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. Reports in The Times suggested that the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) had been under pressure to consider barring Israel and its clubs from competitions in response to its ongoing military operations in the Gaza Strip. However,…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎Liverpool’s Premier League title defence suffered another blow as they relinquished top spot to Arsenal following a dramatic 2-1 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. ‎ The loss which is their fourth straight league defeat in London intensified concerns about their ability to stay in the title race. ‎The match began poorly for the Reds, whose midfield frailties were once again exposed. Chelsea’s Moisés Caicedo, who nearly joined…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎Super Falcons goal keeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has recently shared her experiences regarding the emotional challenges she has encountered since transferring to Brighton & Hove Albion in the English Women’s Super League (WSL). ‎In a poignant segment of the Nike and VERSUS documentary titled “Nothing Off the Table,” Nnadozie spoke candidly about the hurdles associated with her move, which differ from the typical narratives surrounding athlete transitions. ‎She stated,…

‎Boluwatife Kehinde ‎Super Falcons forward Ifeoma Onumonu has officially announced her retirement from professional football at the age of 31, concluding an inspiring career that spanned multiple continents and leagues. ‎In a poignant statement shared on her Instagram page over the weekend, Onumonu expressed her gratitude, stating, “It is with a heart full of gratitude that I bid farewell to my playing career on the pitch.” This message not only…

Former Manchester United and England striker, Wayne Rooney, has revealed the five toughest defenders he faced during his illustrious Champions League career — with a surprise name topping his list. Speaking on his personal podcast, Rooney reflected on the fierce competition he encountered in Europe’s premier club competition. The 39-year-old, who won the Champions League with Manchester United in 2008, claimed that the defenders he came up against on the…

Since Efan Ekoku first made his mark with Norwich City in April 1993, Nigerian footballers have remained a constant and influential presence in the Premier League. Their flair, strength, and determination have added a unique dimension to England’s top-flight for over three decades. As of this week, Alex Iwobi has equalled the long-standing record for most Premier League appearances by a Nigerian, joining Shola Ameobi on 298 matches. The Fulham…

Bameyi’s influence was visible throughout, not only in the defensive line where he marshalled his teammates but also in setting the tone with his work rate and vocal presence.

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎The Nigeria national football Super Eagles team has officially revealed a 23-man squad for the important 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers scheduled for October. ‎ The Super Eagles are set to compete against Lesotho and Benin in matches that hold significant implications for their pathway to the tournament. ‎Head coach Eric Chelle has made some noteworthy selections, including a maiden call-up for Sevilla striker Akor Adams, who has…

Novak Djokovic admitted he “suffered a lot” as he survived a hard-fought second-round clash against Marin Cilic at the Shanghai Masters, securing a 7-6 (7-2), 6-4 victory in one hour and 54 minutes. The 38-year-old Serb, playing his first tournament since the US Open and his first non-Grand Slam event since May, faced a stern test from the 37-year-old Croatian. The combined age of 75 years and 139 days made…

Florian Wirtz arrived at Anfield this summer in a blaze of anticipation, hailed as one of Europe’s brightest young attacking talents and signed for a staggering £116m. Yet, after nine appearances in red, Liverpool fans and pundits alike are beginning to ask the same question: why hasn’t the German prodigy clicked yet? Wirtz’s early form has been described as underwhelming. He is yet to score a goal for Liverpool and…

Former Super Eagles striker Brown Ideye has warned that Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup remain precarious, despite a recent points deduction handed to South Africa by FIFA. The ex-international, who was part of Nigeria’s 2013 Africa Cup of Nations-winning squad, expressed his concerns on social media, noting that qualification is now out of the Super Eagles’ direct control. South Africa’s setback Nigeria’s fortunes appeared to…

Barcelona starlet Lamine Yamal has been ruled out of Spain’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers after aggravating a groin injury, deepening a growing club-versus-country row over the teenager’s workload. The 18-year-old winger, who has already established himself as one of Europe’s brightest prospects, will miss around two to three weeks of action, according to Barcelona. That timeframe excludes him from Spain’s matches against Georgia and Bulgaria next week and sidelines him…