Football

The 2024 Ballon d’Or race is highly competitive, with several standout players in contention. Erling Haaland is among the favorites due to his remarkable scoring record with Manchester City, where he helped the club secure the Premier League title. His goal-scoring feats, along with his prior runner-up finish, make him …

Ballon d’Or organizers announce new rule for winner. France Football, the organizers of the Ballon d’Or awards, are set to implement a new rule from this year. With over two weeks left before the ceremony takes place on October 28, there have been whispers about who will take the prize …

Al-Nassr honored Cristiano Ronaldo with a special tribute for surpassing 900 career goals, another legendary milestone that solidifies his place in football history. Upon his return from international duty, where he hit the 900-goal mark during a Nations League match against Croatia, Ronaldo was presented with a custom jersey featuring …

Austin Eguavoen quits as Super Eagles interim coach after two games Augustine Eguavoen has reportedly stepped down as the interim coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Eguavoen disclosed this on Tuesday immediately after he led the team to a draw in a match against Rwanda. Speaking to OwnGoalNigeria at …

A controversial Keane Lewis-Potter goal and a second-half penalty save by Hakon Valdimarsson earned Brentford a narrow victory over League Two Colchester in the Carabao Cup second round. Lewis-Potter slotted in Kevin Schade’s cutback on the stroke of half-time, after Colchester defender Aaron Donnelly had gone to ground under the …

  Napoli are prepared to let him go but NO agreement between Nigerian striker and Al Ahli so far. Napoli are prepared to let him go but NO agreement between Nigerian striker and Al Ahli so far. Deal still far on player side, Osimhen will consider options + not open …

After Marc Cucurella endured a tough start to the season against Manchester City, one Chelsea icon has furiously hit out at the Spanish defender. Chelsea legend Emmanuel Petit has furiously told Marc Cucurella to ‘shut up’ and do his talking on the pitch.   The Spanish left-back endured a difficult …

Barcelona captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen has had his say after Monday’s disappointing 3-0 defeat to Monaco in the Gamper Trophy. Hansi Flick’s side had enjoyed a bright pre-season but were comfortably beaten by Ligue 1 opposition in their final friendly before the start of the new campaign. Ter Stegen said it’s …

Super Eagles Forward Ademola Lookman Wins Best African International Footballer Award Ademola Lookman, the dynamic forward for the Super Eagles, has been named the ‘Best African International Footballer’ at the Ghana Football Awards. This recognition comes after his outstanding performances for Nigeria at the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 …

Orange thanks Weghorst after victory: ‘He takes us with him in his possession’ He was serenaded by the crowd, received a standing ovation from his teammates and compliments from national coach Ronald Koeman. The Orange is grateful to Wout Weghorst for his winning goal on Sunday in the European Championship …