…World Cup. The former Liverpool manager held talks with senior officials of the German Football Association (DFB) in New York on Friday, with negotiations now entering their final stages. An agreement with Klopp’s current employers, Red Bull, is still required before the appointment can be officially confirmed. Talks p…
The Senegal Football Federation has dismissed head coach Pape Thiaw following the country’s underwhelming performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The federation announced the decision on Saturday, saying a change in leadership was necessary after the Teranga Lions failed to meet expectations at the tournament. Senegal…
South African footballer Jayden Adams, 25, d!es weeks after featuiring in the World Cup Weeks after featuring for his country at the World cup, South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams, has passed at 25. SouthAfrica's Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, announced his passing in a st…
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…at the 1966 FIFA World Cup inspired the introduction of yellow and red cards in football, has died at the age of 89. His former club, Boca Juniors, confirmed his death on Saturday, paying tribute to one of the most iconic figures in the club’s history. Rattin spent his entire playing career with Boca Juniors, making 38…
Nations Championship - Argentina 35-21 Wales: Los Pumas bounce back as Wales fail to build on strong start Argentina responded to their home loss against Scotland last weekend by comfortably defeating Wales in the Nations Championship; visitors outscored by five tries to three; Wales travel to South Africa to face worl…
…that we share the news of the loss of Ken Bates, former owner and chairman of Chelsea Football Club,” the club said. “The club sends our heartfelt condolences to Ken’s wife Suzannah, the rest of his family and his friends.” Chelsea also praised Bates for helping to transform the club during a difficult period. Former C…
Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that his world-famous “Here we go” catchphrase was never part of a branding strategy but emerged accidentally while covering a lengthy Manchester United transfer saga nearly a decade ago. Speaking during Trevor Noah’s World Cup Watch Party on Friday, Romano said the…
…just starting out at Leicester's academy, he did one-on-one training sessions at the CP Football Academy, led by Callum Powell.“His ability on the ball is technically very well-gifted,” Powell tells Sky Sports. “His ability to manipulate and go left and right and one-vs-one domination is very strong. “The way he manoeu…
…human Viking ships. “Every game has been the most important (in history) for Norwegian football, especially in the knockout rounds, so this is the third time it is the most important game,” Norway coach Stale Solbakken said on Friday. Kane described 25-year-old Haaland as “a beast” but insisted he and the Manchester Ci…
…he suffere 'severe depression' and 'gained a lot of weight' after retiring Brazilian football icon, Ronaldo has candidly shared the deep emotional struggles he faced after stepping away from professional football, revealing that he fell into a severe depression and experienced significant weight gain. The legendary str…
…houses for my family members so that they can never be homeless" - Jay-Jay Okocha Football legend, JayJay Okocha, says one of the decisions he took while achieving huge success in his football career was to financially empower his family members and buy them houses. In a chat with LongForm podcast, Okocha said;''I bou…
…sorcerers striking prophetic poses, and claiming that the Maidugiri United Football Club will win the 2030 FIFA World Cup or that Olympiacos FC will move from Greece to Fernando Po for all future soccer competitions. These charlatans are as ridiculous as their skull caps and the high-sensitivity microphones with which…
…had endured for almost a quarter of a century, an argument that was never really about football but about the possibilities of a human life. For twenty-three extraordinary years, Cristiano Ronaldo invited the world to watch an experiment unfold before its eyes. It was an experiment conducted against one of the oldest a…
Retired footballer Karel Snoeckx in coma after 'being brutally stamped in the head in front of family A former pro-footballer has been left in a coma after being brutally stamped in the head during a horror road rage clash witnessed by his family. Retired Belgian player Karel Snoeckx, 52, was left fighting for his life…
…Senegal captain and forward Sadio Mané has announced his retirement from international football following his country's 3-2 extra-time defeat to Belgium in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The 34-year-old Al-Nassr star confirmed his decision in a statement published by Senegalese outlet Le Quotidien, bringing…
…Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has called for sweeping changes at the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) following Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the setback as a "hammer blow" for the country.Speaking on the Obi One Podcast, the former Chelsea midfielder said the federation's…
GistReel Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has criticised Nigerian football administrators and past government, revealing that a plot of land allegedly promised to him after Nigeria’s 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) triumph has never been allocated. Speaking during a podcast hosted by former England striker…
…stepped down following the country’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed the appointment in an official statement on Friday, ending speculation over who would succeed Martinez after Portugal’s 1-0 Round of 16 defeat to Spain. View this post on Instagram Martinez announced his…
…Former Super Eagles captain Jay-Jay Okocha has recalled the difficulties the Nigerian football team faced during their historic gold medal-winning campaign at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games. Speaking about the experience, Okocha said the team endured significant financial challenges despite eventually winning the tourn…
…to June 2030. The 71-year-old Jesus has reached "full agreement" with the Portuguese Football Federation and will be unveiled at a press conference on Friday in Lisbon, a source told AFP on Thursday. Jesus left the Saudi club Al-Nassr last May and is set to sign a four-year contract, running until the 2030 World Cup to…
…what we can do. We’ve got enough on our plate with the Spanish squad that is a wonderful footballing team. “And even if we’re the underdog for tomorrow, we’re going to do everything we can to give them a run for their money.” Belgium’s veteran striker Romelu Lukaku echoed his manager’s words, telling journalists that “…
…criminal conspiracy and organised money laundering of drug trafficking proceeds. The football star, 39, was released Thursday evening without charge, and no legal proceedings have been launched against him. Investigators are probing alleged links between Nasri and a criminal network surrounding Hakim Berrebouh nickname…
Norway unhappy with FIFA decision before World Cup game against England Norway's national football team has criticised FIFA after being forced to change hotels just days before their FIFA World Cup quarter-final against England.The Norwegian squad arrived in Miami on Monday, July 6, and was initially accommodated at Th…
The FIFA 2026 World Cup is proving to be more than just football's biggest tournament; it has become a major commercial battleground for sportswear giants Nike and Adidas, both of whom are using the event to boost sales and cement soccer's growing popularity in the United States. With matches being staged across 11 Ame…