…built to win trophies and compete at the very top of the game. That is exciting for any footballer. “I think they’re winners, they’re relentless, and that’s the sort of team I want to be a part of. Over the last 10, 12 years, they’ve dominated, so that’s why I wanted to join.” Anderson said he was already looking forwa…

…and daughters. The former forward remains one of the most influential figures in English football history, having left a lasting impact both as a player and manager. PUNCH Online had reported that the former England captain and manager died at the age of 75 following a battle with stage four cancer.

Norway’s football chief told The Times they are set to make a formal complaint to FIFA over the suspension of Folarin Balogun’s World Cup ban because it has put “the whole game at risk”. Lise Klaveness, the president of the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF), says she will seek the backing of her board at a meeting on…

…baby mama has also been speaking out online amid the growing speculation surrounding the footballerAmerican rapper Cardi B and Nigerian international goalkeeper Maduka Okoye have set the internet ablaze after a video of the two emerged showing them together in Italy.In the footage, which quickly went viral, the pair we…

…to play for the Super Eagles.This comes a month after he was spotted in Nigeria playing football with Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho in Owerri. Should Ugochukwu successfully complete the switch with FIFA, he could become a valuable asset for Nigeria. by Linda Ikeji at 23/07/2026 9:49 AM | Share this Story

…StatesAdam Sandler played Bobby Boucher, a shy, stuttering 31-year-old waterboy turned football star. After The Waterboy, Sandler continued to enjoy success in both comedy and drama. He starred in popular films such as Big Daddy (1999), Punch-Drunk Love (2002), Click (2006), Uncut Gems (2019), Hustle (2022), Leo (2023)…

…achievement that reflects the continued rise and growing competitiveness of African football on the global stage. In a statement published on its website on Wednesday, Motsepe commended the 10 African nations that represented the continent at the expanded 48-team tournament. During the tournament, nine African teams pr…

…became one of the major talking points after the final, drawing widespread reaction from football fans and pundits.Argentina coach Roberto Ayala sends his apologies to Spain star Dani Olmo after punching him at the 2026 World Cup final. Photo by: Harry Langer/DeFodi Images/DeFodi and Pablo Morano/BSR Agency.ImagesAyala…

…governments—are bidding to jointly host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations. The Malian Football Federation said in a statement that officials met with Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe on Saturday in New York “with a view to a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations”. The three neig…

Dutch football legend, Van Bommel agrees deal to become Belgium head coach Dutch football legend, Mark van Bommel has reached an agreement to become the new head coach of Belgium.The 48-year-old will succeed Rudi Garcia, who is expected to leave the role following Belgium's campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.While con…

The Premier League has witnessed some of the biggest transfer deals in football history, with clubs spending record-breaking sums to sign some of Britain’s most talented players. From established stars to highly rated young talents, several British players have commanded huge fees in the transfer market. As reported by…

…something I'm really excited about." The 23-year-old forward now leaves Champions League football with Villa to join Xabi Alonso's side, who will be without European football in the 2026/27 season. by Linda Ikeji at 22/07/2026 5:25 AM | Share this Story

…cancelled due to technical reasons, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to the Nigeria Football Federation, both players arrived at the airport only to learn that their flight had been cancelled, forcing the federation to purchase fresh tickets for the duo to continue their journey to Morocco. Despite the setback, th…

Zinedine Zidane appointed head coach of France National Team French football legend, Zinedine Zidane, has reportedly signed a deal to become the new head coach of the French national team until June 2030. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano made the claim in a post shared on Facebook on Tuesday, saying the former Real Madr…

…social media user condemned the release of personal details about the late Bafana Bafana footballer Jayden Adams The criticism was directed at an insider who reportedly shared information about his final hoursShe took to her official X account to vent her disapproval while noting that his privacy would have been respec…

…as a 'fantastic servant to the game' and one of the most successful officials English football has produced, highlighting his professionalism and role model status. He said: "Anthony has been a fantastic servant to the game over many years, both domestically and on the international stage. "He has been repeatedly trust…

FIFA confirmed that Leandro Paredes faced no disciplinary action following the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and SpainParedes was initially reported to have been sent off by referee Slavko Vinčić for appearing to push Gavi by the throatThe red card was removed from the official match record shortly after the g…

…Betting Continues to Attract Young Sports Fans in Nigeria This is a sponsored post...Football conversations in Nigeria can start almost anywhere. People talk about matches. They chat about players. Transfers and referee calls come up, too. This happens at barbershops, on buses, at lunch, and online. Sports are deeply c…

…instead of attending the apprenticeship, he would pretend to go, spend his time playing football, and return home later as though he had gone for training. Reflecting on the experience, Peller said he now believes that path was not meant for him, adding that he sees his success as a TikTok creator and streamer as part…

Lautaro Martinez broke his silence on Instagram after Lionel Scaloni made six substitutions and never called on the Inter Milan captainArgentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with three substitutions forced by injuries and a red cardScaloni replaced injured centre-backs Lisandro Martinez and Crist…

…allegation on Monday, July 20, 2026.The post suggesting the claim struck a chord among football fans watching the final.Fireworks explode above the stadium during the closing ceremony of the 2026 World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium. Photo by: ANGELA WEISS / AFPImagesSpai…

…changing mind on taking charge of England Pep Guardiola has held talks with the Italian Football Federation over the possibility of becoming Italy's next head coach following his departure from Manchester City, according to reports in Italy.Guardiola, who left City in May after a trophy-laden 10-year spell that include…

…entire 2026 World Cup without losing a match, surpassing a long-standing international football recordThe record Spain broke had been held by Italy, whose unbeaten run of 37 games stood as one of football's most celebrated streaksArgentina, despite losing the final, still hold a separate World Cup advantage over Spain…

…the FIFA World Cup Winner's Trophy, an officially authorised replica that the Spanish Football Federation can keep permanently to commemorate its triumph, per NDTV Sports.Why FIFA keeps the original trophyThe current FIFA World Cup trophy, introduced in 1974, is made of 18-carat gold and stands 36 centimetres tall.Unli…

…The midfielder rose to prominence after playing a key role in Edo Queens' Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) title-winning campaign in 2024.Her outstanding performances during that season earned her the NWFL Most Valuable Player award. by Linda Ikeji at 20/07/2026 10:20 AM | Share this Story