Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has publicly announced his retirement from professional football. The football star shared the news via his Instagram page on Tuesday evening. Mikel John Obi began his career with local club Plateau United, before joining Norwegian club Lyn at the age of 17 in 2004. The 35-year-old rose to fame … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo, a forward for Manchester United, reportedly wants to leave Old Trafford this summer even if it means taking a big pay cut. Ben Jacobs says that the legendary Portuguese player is willing to take a 30% pay cut to get a transfer. It has also been reported that he is willing to join … Read more
The Super Falcons Coach Randy Waldrum has chosen not to comment on the questionable officiating at the WAFCON semifinals as the Falcons bagged two red cards in the game. The Super Falcons went up against the Lionesses of Morocco yesterday 18th of July for the semifinal stage of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) … Read more
Ligue 1 outfit Monaco, have completed the signing of Takumi Minamino from Liverpool for €18 million. A fixed fee of €15 million will be paid to Liverpool, and there is also a potential add-on clause of €3 million. Minamino has agreed to a four-year contract with Monaco. The 27-year-old took a flight back from Japan … Read more
Matt Turner has officially joined Arsenal from the MLS team New England Revolution. The North London side and the 28-year-old goalkeeper have agreed to a “long-term” contract. Turner joined the team of New England in 2016 and appeared in 111 games. In a friendly match against Trinidad & Tobago last year, he made his debut … Read more
Bayern Munich completed the long-awaited signing of Senegal forward Sadio Mané from Liverpool on a three-year contract on Wednesday, July 22, 2022. The 30-year-old has agreed to terms with the German champions until 2025. Bayern will pay Liverpool an initial £27.5 million, with a further £5 million based on appearances and another £2.5 million based … Read more
Christian Eriksen is said to have followed Jurrien Timber’s lead and turned down a move to Man United, putting Erik ten Hag’s transfer ambitions in jeopardy. Timber, an Ajax defender, has ruled out a move to Old Trafford after meeting with Holland manager Loui van Gaal. A move to the Premier League, according to the … Read more
Chelsea confirmed on Monday that chairman Bruce Buck would step down at the end of June after 19 years in the position. “Now is the right time to step down and let new ownership build on the strong foundations we have in place,” he said. The London-based club was purchased in May by a group … Read more
Simiso Buthelezi died Tuesday in Greyville, Durban, South Africa, following an internal hemorrhage caused by a head injury sustained during a WBF All Africa title match on Sunday during a Starline Boxing Promotions event. In a joint statement with the boxer’s family, the regulatory organization Boxing South Africa (BSA) revealed the news on Wednesday. Before … Read more
On Tuesday, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) signed Portuguese left-back Nuno Mendes permanently. The Portugal left-back is now tied to the club from the French capital until “June 30, 2026,” PSG said in a statement announcing the signing. The 19-year-old joined PSG on a season-long loan last summer and has made 37 appearances and provided two assists. … Read more