Category: Football

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has fined Egypt $5,000 for failing to fulfil mandatory media obligations following their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 group-stage match against Zimbabwe. CAF confirmed that players and members of the Egyptian technical crew declined to engage journalists in the mixed zone after their 2–1 victory, a move the […]

Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface is set to undergo surgery to address a persistent knee injury, sources report. The Nigeria international, currently on a season-long loan at Werder Bremen from Bayer Leverkusen, has struggled with fitness throughout the campaign. He has played just 326 minutes this season and has yet to complete a full 90 […]

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been appointed the team’s new assistant captain and first-choice penalty taker ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Galatasaray forward will serve as deputy to Wilfred Ndidi, who was officially named captain last week following the retirement of long-time skipper William Troost-Ekong. Troost-Ekong previously held responsibility for […]

Former Barcelona and Brazil defender Dani Alves has completed the takeover of Portuguese side Sporting Clube de São João de Ver and is weighing up a surprise return to competitive football with the club. According to reports by ESPN, the 42-year-old is considering registering himself on a six-month playing contract as part of the new […]

Liverpool have confirmed that club-record signing Alexander Isak has undergone successful surgery following a leg injury sustained during the Premier League champions’ win over Tottenham Hotspur. The Swedish forward was forced off in Saturday night’s 2–1 victory after fracturing his fibula moments after opening the scoring. Isak was injured in a challenge from Spurs defender […]

Norwegian club Molde FK have suspended former Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga following allegations of sexual assault, the club confirmed in an official statement. According to Molde, the alleged incident was reported to Norwegian police in late April 2025, after which investigations were launched. Daga has since been formally charged with committing a sexual act […]

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has declared that Nigeria’s primary focus is winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and reclaiming continental glory. The Atalanta forward made the remarks following Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a penalty shootout loss to DR Congo in the final play-off in Rabat, […]

Luis Suárez has signed a new contract with Inter Miami, ensuring he will remain at the club through the 2026 Major League Soccer season. The MLS Cup champions confirmed the extension, keeping the experienced Uruguayan striker at the club beyond the current campaign. Suárez, who will turn 39 in January, enjoyed a productive 2025 season, […]

Brazilian defender Thiago Silva has mutually terminated his contract with Fluminense, paving the way for a possible return to European football. According to reports from TouchlineX, the former Chelsea centre-back opted to end his deal in Brazil as he seeks to move closer to his family in Europe. Silva is understood to be prioritising a […]

Former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has officially announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a distinguished career that spanned more than a decade with Nigeria’s national team. Musa, who currently serves as General Manager of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club Kano Pillars, made the announcement on Wednesday via his social […]