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Mikel Rules Out Fàbregas for Chelsea Job

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has dismissed Cesc Fàbregas as a realistic option for the Chelsea managerial role, insisting it is still too early for the Spaniard to take charge at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea are currently on the lookout for a new head coach following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior, with several candidates being […]

UEFA Champions League Semi-Final: Atlético Madrid 1-1 Arsenal

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman was unable to find the net as Atlético Madrid and Arsenal played out a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final at the Wanda Metropolitano on Wednesday. Appearing in back-to-back semi-finals for the first time in their history, Arsenal entered the clash knowing the importance of […]

Guinea Urges CAF to Revisit 1976 AFCON Result After Senegal Ruling

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Guinea Football Federation has called on the Confederation of African Football to review the outcome of the 1976 Africa Cup of Nations, citing inconsistencies following a recent ruling involving Senegal. The request follows CAF’s controversial decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title over a walkout incident and award victory to hosts Morocco, despite Senegal winning the final on […]

AFCON Dispute: Senegal Coach Moves Trophy to Military Base Amid Row with Morocco

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Pape Thiaw, head coach of Senegal, has reportedly moved the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy to a military base as tensions escalate over the 2025 title dispute with Morocco. According to multiple reports, the trophy was relocated to a secure military facility, where it is currently under armed protection. Images circulating online show soldiers handling the […]

Senegal to Appeal AFCON Title Stripping at CAS

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Senegal national football team has announced plans to challenge the decision of the Confederation of African Football that stripped them of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title, following their controversial walk-off in the final against Morocco national football team. In a statement, the Senegalese Football Federation condemned the ruling as “unjust, unprecedented, and unacceptable,” claiming it “brings African football […]

Guardiola: Manchester City Still a “Work in Progress” After Champions League Exit

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has acknowledged that his squad remains a work in progress following their UEFA Champions League elimination by Real Madrid for the third consecutive season. City suffered a 2-1 defeat on Tuesday, with Vinicius Junior scoring twice against a 10-man City side after captain Bernardo Silva was sent off early for handling a goal-bound effort. Much of the damage […]

CAF Awards 2025 AFCON Title to Morocco After Senegal Walk-Off Controversy

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

In a dramatic and unprecedented ruling, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially declared Morocco national football team the champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following the post-final forfeiture of Senegal national football team. The decision stems from events in Rabat, where Senegal walked off the pitch in protest against a late penalty awarded to Morocco. The […]

Arsenal Cruise Into UCL Quarter-Finals as Eze Shines Against Leverkusen

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Arsenal booked their place in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals with a convincing 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen in the last-16 second leg at the Emirates Stadium. Inspired by a stunning strike from Eberechi Eze, Mikel Arteta’s side delivered an impressive performance to secure a 3-1 aggregate win. Often criticised for grinding out results this season, Arsenal showcased attacking quality […]