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Real Madrid's head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, is in legal hot water as prosecutors in Madrid charge the esteemed Italian with defrauding the Treasury of over €1 million. The allegations stem from Ancelotti's failure to pay necessary taxes during his initial tenure managing Madrid from 2013 to 2015...
Nigeria's football captain, William Troost-Ekong, opens up about a turbulent period with former coach Jose Peseiro that almost shattered his dream of playing in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The revelation unveils a challenging chapter, disclosing the captain's omission from key fixtures and...
Nigerian footballer Alex Iwobi has returned to social media after a brief hiatus, following online abuse he received for his performance in the Super Eagles' 2-1 defeat to Cote d'Ivoire in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final. The Fulham player faced harsh criticism, prompting him to delete...
In the aftermath of Manchester City's impressive 3-1 victory over Manchester United in the recent derby, Pep Guardiola didn't hold back his admiration for Phil Foden. The City boss highlighted Foden's evolution, praising his defensive maturity and attacking versatility. Guardiola underscored...
In an intense Manchester Derby at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester United took an early lead with Marcus Rashford's spectacular goal but ultimately succumbed to a 3-1 defeat against rivals Manchester City. Despite the loss, United's manager, Erik ten Hag, defended his team's deep defensive...
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, is reportedly attracting attention from English Championship club Queens Park Rangers (QPR) and Saudi Arabian side Al Ettifaq, as indicated by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Currently playing for South African club Chippa United, Nwabali...
Former Super Falcons goalkeeper Bidemi Aluko-Olaseni has passed away after an eight-year battle with breast cancer. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed the sad news on Saturday, expressing condolences and sharing their thoughts on social media. In their statement, the NFF wrote...
Jose Peseiro has officially stepped down as the head coach of the Super Eagles, and new details shed light on the reasons behind the split with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). While the NFF expressed interest in retaining the 63-year-old coach, negotiations for a new contract reached an...
Augustine Eguavoen takes the helm as the interim coach for the Super Eagles, with Finidi George serving as his assistant, having previously collaborated with Jose Peseiro. This appointment follows recent developments within the coaching staff, signaling a strategic move to bolster the team's...
Jose Peseiro, the head coach of the Super Eagles, has officially submitted his resignation to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the national team. This decision comes on the heels of the expiration of Peseiro's contract, marking the conclusion of his two-year tenure at the helm. The...
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