An agreement is set for PSG manager Luis Enrique to renew his contract with the club. Enrique, who joined the club in 2023, will sign an extension to keep him at the French side until 2027, according to reports from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The former Barcelona manager’s former deal with the French champions was due to expire in 2025, prompting the club executives to negotiate a new deal with…

Play was suspended for 15 minutes three weeks ago during the Madrid derby when Atletico Madrid fans began chanting and throwing objects on the pitch and at Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. Atletico were subsequently handed a sanction by the RFEF to close the section of the Metropolitano where the incident occurred for three games and pay a €45,000 fine.However, the sanction has been reduced by the Appeals Committee which…

Chelsea’s 22-year-old rising star, Cole Palmer, has been making waves since his move from Manchester City in the 2023/24 season. The midfielder, whose impressive form has earned him the Premier League’s Player of the Month for September, is already being tipped as a potential future Ballon d’Or winner by Chelsea’s co-sporting directors, Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley. Palmer’s debut season at Stamford Bridge was nothing short of extraordinary. He scored…

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…