No referee conspiracy against Real Madrid - Tebas
La Liga president Javier Tebas has dismissed Real Madrid’s complaints over refereeing decisions, saying claims of a conspiracy against the club are being used to deflect attention from its poor start to the season.
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Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka has said he obtained a fake COVID-19 vaccine certificate during the pandemic of 2020. The former Arsenal player said he made the decision because he distrusted the vaccine.
African stars shine in Europe as Semenyo, Nuamah score braces
Antoine Semenyo scored twice as Manchester City moved to the top of the Premier League after a 5-3 victory over Sunderland at the weekend. Semenyo ended his wait for his first goals of the season with a brace at the Etihad Stadium as City moved three points clear of second-placed Arsenal.
Milan, Juventus return to winning ways
The teams AC Milan and Juventus returned to winning ways in Serie A on Sunday, with both clubs securing comfortable home victories to end their recent poor runs.
Messi, Suarez score in Inter Miami 2-2 draw against San Diego
Inter Miami dropped two points in the Major League Soccer Eastern Conference race after San Diego fought back twice to secure a 2-2 draw in Florida on Sunday.
'It's homecoming' — Patrick Vieira becomes Senegal coach
Though born in Senegal, the 50-year-old former player for France achieved fame by winning the 1998 World Cup and the 2000 European Championship with Les Bleus.
Tottenham lose to Aston Villa but end goal drought
Despite the odds, Gallagher's goal gave the Tottenham fans something to cheer about late in the game.
Zidane snubs Benzema, names young players in French squad
He then praised the players he has invited to camp, saying, "They are players who deserve to be here, players I want to see."
Madueke may leave Arsenal in January
Despite Madueke's effort, his position opens him to rivalry from youngster Max Dowman. With less game time, his exit seems inevitable.
La Masia prepares you for El Clásico - Yamal
Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal says players who come through the club’s La Masia academy understand the intensity of El Clásico from their first meeting with Real Madrid.
Mbappe ends Nike deal after 20 years, joins On
Mbappe has joined Swiss sportswear company On as the brand makes its first major move into football.
SWAN urges FIFA, CAF to reset Nigeria’s football governance
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has called for a comprehensive restructuring of Nigerian football governance.
Ndidi, Simon, Nwabali for Super Eagles vs Russia friendly
The squad features six midfielders and three forwards who are set to enter the Super Eagles camp for the first time.
Rangers vs Nasarawa United postponed due to rainfall
Rangers headed into the fixture after a dramatic CAF Champions League victory over AS Sobemap FC in Lomé, Togo
Clearlake takes full control of Chelsea
Clearlake Capital has taken full control of Chelsea after acquiring the ownership interests of chairman Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter in the Premier League club.
Messi hits 100 Inter Miami goals as Miami lift Campeones cup
Lionel Messi scored his 100th Inter Miami goal as the club defeated Cruz Azul 2-0 to win the 2026 Campeones Cup.
Carabao Cup: Brighton could face Man City after United shock
Brighton & Hove Albion could face Manchester City in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup after Wednesday’s draw paired them with the winner of City’s outstanding tie against Norwich City.
Arsenal's dominance against Ipswich excites Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hailed his side after they knocked Ipswich Town out of the League Cup on Tuesday night. Teenage sensation Max Dowman scored a brace, while Noni Madueke and Merino also registered their names on the scoresheet in the 4-2 win.
'We are sorry' — De Zerbi apologises as Liverpool down Tottenham
Manager Roberto De Zerbi has apologised after Tottenham's 3-1 Carabao Cup defeat at Liverpool on Tuesday night. Alexis Mac Allister opened scoring for Liverpool in the 21st minute, and the home side extended their lead in the 54th minute when Cody Gakpo found the net.
FECAFOOT defends Eto’o as clubs demand probe into Russia payment
Cameroon’s football authorities are facing renewed scrutiny over an alleged €567,570 payment linked to a 2023 friendly against Russia, with a football clubs’ association calling for investigations into the country’s football federation and its president, Samuel Eto’o.
Sterling pleads guilty to dangerous driving
Raheem Sterling has admitted to dangerous driving in a Lamborghini. The 31-year-old also confessed to possessing six canisters of nitrous oxide, a Class C drug, and to not providing a specimen when asked by police.
Taekwondo: National Team Championship to bridge development gap — Grandmaster
Taekwondo Grandmaster, Ferguson Oluigbo, says the maiden National Team Championship will help bridge the development gap between Nigerian athletes and their foreign counterparts.
Kenya wins 2029 Athletics Championships hosting bid
Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, will become the first African city to host the World Athletics Championships after the East African nation was awarded the 2029 edition of the competition ahead of bids from London, Munich and Rome.
Volleyball: Nigeria target Olympics, world championship tickets at Africa tourney
Nigeria’s senior men’s volleyball team will open their 2026 African Nations Championship campaign against Chad on Wednesday in Tunisia
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