Lionel Messi has become the first footballer to win the Best FIFA Men’s Player award three times. The Argentine superstar, 36, was confirmed as the 2023 winner at The Best FIFA Football Awards ceremony in London on Monday, January 15. Messi was recognised for his achievements, having come out on top in the voting ahead…
Several fans of the Italian club Napoli have travelled to Côte d’Ivoire to show their support for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. In a video posted on the Super Eagles’ X handle, Osimhen was seen chatting with the three fans who were putting on Napoli jerseys. The fans…
Popular Nigerian singer, Yemi Alade will perform at the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The star made the revelation on her X page. According to her, she had been desiring to perform at football ceremonies since 2016. While recognising the importance of prayer, Yemi Alade said, “I can’t buttress the importance of prayer and…
The Al-Nassr star is currently in Cote d’Ivoire for the 2024 African Cup of Nations. Sadio Mane’s newly wedded 18-year-old wife received an incredible welcome back to school from her fellow students, following her wedding ceremony to the football star. In a video, which has since emerged online, Aisha Tamba (Sadio Mane’s new wife) made…
Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the loan signing of former Chelsea striker Timo Werner for the remainder of the 2023–24 season. Werner joined Chelsea’s London rivals from RB Leipzig, agreeing to include a £15 million buy option should Werner impress during the loan spell. Werner, who struggled to find his form at Chelsea after a £47.5…
Kevin De Bruyne marked his return from a five-month injury spell as Manchester City thrashed Huddersfield 5-0 in the FA Cup. The Belgian playmaker, who underwent hamstring surgery, made a 35-minute appearance and played a role in two goals. Despite a slow start, Phil Foden was brilliant in the central role usually occupied by De…
A total of 23 teams have so far qualified for this season’s FA Cup fourth round. This follows the conclusion of Sunday’s third-round fixtures. Recall that Manchester City thrashed Huddersfield 5-0 to qualify for the next round of the FA Cup. Leeds United won Peterborough 3-0 in an away tie. Liverpool won 2-0 against Arsenal…
Arsenal have been eliminated from the FA Cup after losing 2-0 to Liverpool on Sunday. The Gunners were looking to bounce back from successive defeats to West Ham and Fulham in the Premier League. However, they failed to make their first-half dominance count, with Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard missing good chances. Mikel Arteta’s men…
The Super Eagles pummelling a local Dubai side 12-0 in a friendly at their Abu Dhabi training base on Sunday. The game was played behind closed doors. Jose Peseiro’s side led 6-0 at halftime. Ademola Lookman scored four goals, while Victor Osimhen netted twice. Substitute Moses Simon was also on target twice alongside Umar Sadiq,…
Fans will not be able to watch the two friendly matches with the Super Eagles ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. This is because Nigeria will play their test games in Abu Dhabi behind closed doors. Jose Peseiro’s side will take on a local side in their first game on Sunday. They will take on…
The former Chelsea man is set to join the white part of London for the reminder of the 2023/24 premier league season. RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner is set to join English side Tottenham Hotspur on a short-term loan until the end of the season. According to reports, RB Leipzig and Tottenham have reached an…
Amad Diallo, the Manchester United winger, has said “no-one plays like Lionel Messi”. Diallo was reacting to comparisons with the Inter Miami superstar. The 21-year-old’s technical ability has won plenty of admirers, with the fleet-footed youngster able to leave teammates bamboozled in training. But Amad is eager to avoid being likened to one of the greatest…
Ronaldo has finished 2023 as the highest-paid footballer and athlete in the world. This is according to Forbes. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner boosted his earnings hugely when he joined Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr in December after Manchester United terminated his contract in November following his criticism of how the club was being…
FIFA has issued a warning to the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) that it can suspend the country’s national teams and clubs from international competitions provided an intervention by the soccer body results in the election of a new president in January 2024. FIFA said in a letter to the Brazilian football body that the country’s…
Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian striker, has signed a new contract for his Napoli side, as confirmed on Saturday. Sports journalist Fabrizio Romano confirmed this development via his X account on Saturday. He wrote, “Victor Osimhen signs new deal at Napoli — confirmed. Documents also in place.” Earlier on Friday, Romano noted that “the agreement between Napoli and…
Over 30 players in the Premier League are at risk of receiving a one-match suspension for the Boxing Day fixtures after being shown four yellow cards to date. The final round of games before Christmas Day takes place between Thursday and Sunday, with 18 teams in action. Players will receive a one-match ban if they…
Chelsea are not in negotiations with Napoli to sign Victor Osimhen. This was revealed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on Tuesday. Romano wrote in his Daily Briefing, ”Osimhen is on the list of players wanted by Chelsea but there is still no decision made or any advanced negotiation with the forward or any other player.”….
Victor Osimhen has left Chelsea supporters in awe following a stunning assist for Napoli. The striker found the back of the net during the Serie A clash with Cagliari on Saturday evening, but it was his creativity in the buildup to the second goal that left fans very impressed. Picking up the ball in the…
According to the FIFA Best Men’s Player Award shortlist released on Thursday, Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland, and Kylian Mbappe will compete for the award this year. This means the same top three that finished at the top of the Ballon d’Or voting will compete for the prize. The Women’s Best Player shortlist has Spain’s duo…
As football fans prepare to watch the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 matches, we present you with the competition’s current top scorers. Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, Manchester United’s Rasmus Højlund and Atletico Madrid duo Antoine Griezmann and Álvaro Morata are currently leading the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League top scorers race after the conclusion of…
