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Victor Osimhen could be handed the captain’s armband at Galatasaray if the Istanbul club decides not to retain Argentine forward Mauro Icardi, Turkish football pundit Ali Naci Kucuk has disclosed. “Galatasaray wants to give the captain’s armband to Victor Osimhen if they don’t continue with Mauro Icardi,” Kucuk said, adding fresh dimension to ongoing…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will navigate one of the more demanding routes to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations after being drawn into Group L alongside Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau and co-host Tanzania, a placement that effectively reduces the group’s qualifying berth to just one automatic slot. The draw was conducted at the headquarters of the Egyptian…
Chelsea forward João Pedro experienced one of the most bittersweet nights of his professional career after being named the club’s Player of the Season just hours after Brazil head coach Dorival Júnior left him out of the country’s final FIFA World Cup squad. The 24-year-old Brazilian received the prestigious club honour following a remarkable…
Three time African champions Nigeria will on Tuesday learn their opponents for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign when the Confederation of African Football conducts the official draw in Cairo, Egypt. The draw, scheduled to take place at the headquarters of the Egyptian Football Association, will set the stage for AFCON…
Victor Osimhen’s name has emerged at the centre of Real Madrid’s reported transfer planning as the Spanish club examines a major squad reshaping ahead of the upcoming season, with speculation mounting over a possible second managerial tenure for José Mourinho at the Santiago Bernabéu. According to widespread reports circulating across European football media, Real…
Chelsea’s ownership group, BlueCo, is reportedly backing former Spain international Xabi Alonso as the leading candidate to become the club’s next manager, intensifying speculation around Stamford Bridge as the Premier League side continues its search for long term stability in the dugout. According to reports circulating in European football circles, the club’s hierarchy has grown…
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has publicly confirmed that his time at Old Trafford is drawing to a close, stating clearly that he has no intention of extending his stay at the club beyond his current contract. The Brazilian international made the declaration in an interview with ESPN, where he reflected candidly on his years in…
Victor Osimhen’s transfer future has moved into sharper focus after Galatasaray placed a €150m valuation on the Nigerian striker, even as interest from some of Europe’s most powerful clubs intensifies around the 26 year old forward. Spanish outlet Diario AS reports that the Istanbul club view Osimhen as central to their long term sporting…
African football’s flagship continental tournament has been firmly pencilled into the calendar. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will open on Saturday, June 19, 2027, and conclude with the final on Saturday, July 17, 2027, making the dates and the host arrangement among the most…
Arsenal’s title credentials were put beyond reasonable question on Saturday afternoon as they dismantled Fulham 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium, with Viktor Gyökeres scoring twice and the long-awaited return of Bukayo Saka adding further conviction to a performance that was as complete as it was clinical. All three goals arrived before the half-time whistle …
