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It happens that, Gareth Southgate has announced his resignation as England national team manager, following the team’s defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday. In a statement, Southgate said it was “time for change” and a “new …

Famous American  WWE superstar and 16-time world champion, John Cena, announced his  retirement from  WWE during the Money in the Bank event on Saturday, marking the end of his illustrious two-decade-long career with the wrestling promotion. The 47-year-old wrestling legend will embark on a farewell tour, …

In England, Erik ten Hag has extended his stay at Old Trafford, signing a contract that keeps him with Manchester United United until 2026, the Premier League club announced on Thursday. This move comes amidst speculation over his future following …

In Nigeria league, Rivers United are leading the race to sign Bendel Insurance goalkeeper Amas Obasogie. According to reports, Remo Stars, Enyimba and Plateau United are also showing interest in the shot stopper. Rivers United head coach, Finidi George is …

A televangelist from Nigeria, Apostle Gideon Odoma, has stated that it is disrespectful for anyone to think that he and French football player Kylian Mbappe have similar appearances. A man simply identified as Seye had asked religious extremists if it was wrong …

According to a report, Nigeria international, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru will undergo medical at Serie A club, Lazio on Saturday (today). The playmaker was pictured on arrival in Rome on Friday night. Dele-Bashiru is linking up with the Biancolestti after spending just …

In England, Leicester City remain confident of persuading Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi to sign a new contract. Ndidi’s contract with the Foxes expired at the end of last month. The defensive midfielder has been targeted by clubs in England …

(AFCON) The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn in Group D of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. In the group are Benin Republic, Libya and Rwanda. Benin Republic, handled by former Super Eagles head coach, Gernot Rohr …

The 38-year-old former Cameroon international, Landry Nguemo, died in a traffic accident on Thursday, the Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) said on its Facebook page. “Fecafoot has just learned the news of the death of the former Indomitable Lion, Landry Nguemo, …

Rebecca Cooke, Phil Foden’s girlfriend has welcomed their third child into the world. The England star left the Three Lions’ Euro 2024 camp to return to the UK and be present at the birth. Foden left Germany on Wednesday, June …

John Enoh, the Nigeria’s sports minister, has expressed his view on the outburst by Napoli forward, Victor Osimhen. Osimhen disrespected former Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George in his comment on the social media. Enoh revealed that he ordered the …

George Finidi, Ex- Super Eagles Coach, has clarified the controversy stemming from his shock decision to resign as head coach of the Nigeria senior men’s National Football Team. On Saturday, June 15, news emerged that Finidi has resigned from his …

Current FIFA rankings released on Thursday, Nigeria has fallen to the 38th position. The Super Eagles now have 1498.93 points, a decrease from their previous 1520.27 points. This drop marks a significant shift in the global football landscape, as Nigeria …

Ex- Nigerian international, Etim Esin, has expressed concern over the Super Eagles’ reliance on Napoli striker Victor Osimhen for goals, calling for a more diversified attacking strategy, PUNCH Sports reports. Esin noted that the team’s goal-scoring burden should not rest …

Copa America World champions Argentina get an expanded under way on Thursday with Lionel Messi looking to add a second continental title in what is almost certainly his final appearance in the tournament. The 108-year-old competition is being held in …

Kylian Mbappe, France captain, has been diagnosed with a broken nose after an injury during Monday’s 1-o Euro 2024 win over Austria, the French Football Federation has confirmed. In a statement on Tuesday, the FFF said, “Kylian Mbappé suffered a …

Ex- Super Eagles coach, Finidi George, on Sunday, reacted to the viral video of Victor Osimhen on social media, where he denied accusations of faking an injury to avoid participation in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.AFRO CABLE NEWS learnt that …

Anthony Joshua Ex- world heavyweight champion has jumped above Tyson Fury into first place in the latest WBC heavyweight rankings with the ‘Gypsy King’ now ranked second, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Fury lost his WBC heavyweight title when Oleksandr Usyk …

A report is reaching us that the Nigerian Football Federation, NFF, is considering current Cameroon national team coach, Marc Brys, as a potential replacement for Finidi George, according to Belgian newspaper Het Nieuwsblad. Brys has constantly clashed with Cameroon’s FA …

Ex- Super Eagles goalkeeper Idah Peterside has criticized Victor Osimhen’s social media outburst as “irresponsible” and called for his expulsion from the national team. Recall that Osimhen, in an Instagram live video on Saturday, attacked Finidi George just before the …

Victor Osimhen, Napoli striker, has lashed out at coach Finidi George, stating that he has lost respect for him, over some comments on his attitude towards the national team. Finidi, who is said to have also resigned as the head …

Finidi George, Super Eagles head coach, has resigned after a poor run of games in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The former Nigerian international confirmed his resignation to Channels Television on Saturday. “Yes, it is true. I have resigned,” he …

A report is reaching us that The Nigeria Football Federation has decided to appoint an expatriate Technical Adviser to oversee the Super Eagles. This move comes ahead of the upcoming African Cup of Nations qualifiers and the remaining 2026 World …

Ex- undisputed heavyweight champion is set to return to the ring in November for a controversial crossover clash with Jake Paul. Iron Mike has got himself in tip-top shape for his first foray to the ring since his Covid clash …

Jose Mourinho, The Fenerbahce manager, has picked the player to win the 2024 Ballon d’Or award. Speaking with TNT Sport, Mourinho was asked several questions about the European Championship with kicks off this weekend. In the quickfire chat, the former …

Gernot Rohr, the head coach of Benin Republic, has criticized the mentality of the Super Eagles players, following their 2-1 win in a 2026 World Cup qualifier on Monday. Nigeria had taken the lead in Abidjan, thanks to Raphael Onyedika’s …