Category: Football

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 […]

Ukrainian giants Shakhtar Donetsk have completed the signing of Nigerian midfielder Prosper Obah. Obah joins Shakhtar from fellow Ukrainian side LNZ Cherkasy, where he impressed during the first half of the season. The 22-year-old has signed a long-term contract that will keep him at the club until December 2030. The midfielder only arrived at LNZ […]

Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has won the 2025 FIFA The Best Men’s Player Award, capping a stellar season that saw him dominate both domestic and continental football with the French champions. The 28-year-old received the prestigious honour at a ceremony held in Qatar on Tuesday, December 16. Barcelona and Spain star Aitana Bonmatí was […]

Mohamed Salah has been recalled to Liverpool’s matchday squad for Saturday’s Premier League fixture against Brighton following reported behind-the-scenes discussions with head coach Arne Slot. The Egypt international’s return comes after a turbulent week at Anfield, sparked by a forthright post-match interview following Liverpool’s 3–3 draw with Leeds United. In the aftermath of that game, […]

The Cameroonian Football Federation has been plunged into turmoil just days before the start of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, following a bitter dispute between national team manager Marc Brys and Cameroon FA President Samuel Eto’o. Belgian coach Marc Brys, who remains under contract with the Ministry of Sport until September 2026, reportedly refuses […]

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has unveiled his final 28-man squad for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco (AFCON 2025). The announcement comes a week after Chelle released a provisional 54-man list, which he has since trimmed to meet tournament requirements. Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali made the cut despite earlier reports suggesting […]

Nigeria international Victor Osimhen has been named Sportsman of the Year at the 2025 GQ Türkiye Men of the Year Awards. The 26-year-old striker was honoured at a star-studded ceremony on Wednesday night, in recognition of his stellar performances for Galatasaray last season. Osimhen played a pivotal role in helping the club secure a domestic […]

FIFA has confirmed that mandatory hydration breaks will be implemented in every match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a major step aimed at improving player welfare during the expanded tournament. According to the new rule, each game will be paused twice—once at the 22-minute mark of the first half and again 22 minutes […]

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has brushed aside growing speculation about his future at the club, insisting that he remains focused on the team’s next assignment in the Champions League. Alonso addressed the media after Sunday’s 2–0 home defeat to Celta Vigo, a result that triggered fresh reports suggesting the Real Madrid hierarchy might be […]