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UEFA Rule to Prevent Liverpool and Real Madrid From Group Clash

Liverpool will be barred from facing Real Madrid in next season’s UEFA Champions League group stage if both clubs qualify for the competition. According to UEFA regulations, the decision stems from a new rule that prevents the same two clubs from being drawn together with the same home team for three consecutive seasons. Liverpool and Real Madrid have met in two straight Champions League campaigns since the new format began. Arne Slot’s side defeated Madrid 2-0 at Anfield in late November last season and will host them again this week. This will be the 13th meeting between the clubs in the competition, with most encounters happening over the last 16 years. Only two of those have been in the group stage, while the rest came in knockout rounds, including three finals in 1981, 2021, and 2022. UEFA’s rule, outlined in […]

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UCL: I’m ready to lead Galatasaray to victory, says Osimhen

Nigeria’s star striker Victor Osimhen has declared his readiness to lead Galatasaray to new heights in the UEFA Champions League, saying it is time to “make a statement in the most prestigious games.” The 26-year-old forward, who joined Galatasaray permanently this summer after a stellar loan spell in the 2024/25 season, has quickly become a fan favourite among the club’s passionate supporters. Speaking in an interview with UEFA, cited by PUNCH Online on Tuesday, Osimhen said he shares the club’s ambition to compete among Europe’s elite. “I spoke with the president when I arrived here, and we agreed that we want to make a statement in the Champions League,” Osimhen said.“We’ve dominated the Turkish league for years, but now we want to show that we can compete among the best in Europe.” The Super Eagles star, known for his fiery […]

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Wolves Sack Coach Vitor Pereira After Poor Start to EPL Season

Wolverhampton Wanderers have sacked head coach Vitor Pereira after the team failed to win any of their first ten matches of the 2025/26 Premier League season. The club announced the decision on Sunday, following a poor run that saw Wolves lose eight matches and draw two, leaving them at the bottom of the league table and eight points from safety. In a statement released on the club’s website, Wolves said the results and performances this season “have fallen below acceptable standards.” “Upon his arrival at Molineux last December, Pereira and his coaches made an immediate impact, guiding the team to a strong second half of the Premier League campaign,” the statement read. “However, results and performances this term have fallen below acceptable standards, and as a result, a change in leadership was deemed necessary.” Pereira’s dismissal also includes his entire […]

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CAF 2026 Playoffs: Super Eagles Must Fight Till the End – Okpala

Former Super Eagles midfielder and assistant coach, Sylvanus Okpala, has called on Nigeria’s national football team to approach the CAF 2026 World Cup playoffs with total determination, saying the journey may be tough but is far from impossible. Okpala, who won the 1980 AFCON as a player and the 2013 AFCON as assistant coach to the late Stephen Keshi, said in a chat with Sports Vanguard that he has always believed in fighting until the last minute, even when others lose hope. “Before the match against Benin Republic, many had written us off,” he said. “But my philosophy, as both a player and a coach, is never to give up until there is nothing left to fight for. Even during the 1980 AFCON camp, I was among many players fighting for a spot, and I gave everything until the end. […]

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Turkey Suspends 149 Referees Over Betting Allegations

The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has suspended 149 referees for allegedly betting on football matches. In a statement on Friday, the TFF announced that its disciplinary committee has issued suspensions ranging from eight to twelve months. Investigations are still ongoing for three other officials. TFF President Ibrahim Haciosmanoglu emphasized the seriousness of the issue, stating, "Refereeing is a profession of honour. Anyone who tarnishes that honour...will never again be involved in Turkish football." Among those suspended are 22 officials who work in the country's top league. Reports indicate that some of the referees placed an extremely high number of bets, with one individual allegedly making over 18,000 wagers. It has not been specified if any of the referees are suspected of betting on matches they were directly involved in officiating. A separate criminal investigation has also been launched by the […]

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Real Madrid, Barcelona look to rebound from Clasico fallout

Real Madrid and Barcelona will look to move past the fallout from last weekend’s heated Clasico clash as both clubs return to La Liga action this weekend. Madrid may have triumphed 2–1 over their arch-rivals, but the match exposed underlying tensions — particularly between coach Xabi Alonso and Brazilian star Vinicius Jr. Vinicius, who reacted angrily after being substituted in the 72nd minute, apologised to fans, teammates, and club officials on Wednesday. “Today I want to apologise to all Madrid fans for my reaction to being substituted in the Clasico… I have also apologised in person to my teammates, club, and president,” said the 25-year-old, notably omitting Alonso from his statement. The incident comes amid ongoing contract negotiations, though Vinicius’ current deal runs until 2027. Despite his five league goals this season, the Brazilian has been overshadowed by Kylian Mbappe, […]

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Total AFCON trophy arrives Nigeria, begins Africa tour

The Total Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy has arrived in Nigeria, marking the start of its continent-wide tour ahead of the 2025 tournament in Morocco. Excited football fans filled the streets of Lagos to witness the grand event as the trophy made its way from Victoria Island through Osborne Road and Third Mainland Bridge to Ikeja. Along the route, fans enjoyed live music, dance performances, and photo sessions with the prestigious trophy. Organisers explained that the Trophy Tour aims to unite African football fans and share the excitement ahead of AFCON 2025, which will take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. Total Nigeria’s Managing Director, Dr Samba Seye, expressed delight at the massive turnout, describing Nigeria as the perfect place to kick off the tour. “We are proud to host the first stage of the Trophy […]

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Mikel Obi tips Arsenal to win UEFA Champions League

Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has backed Arsenal to win both the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League this season, claiming Mikel Arteta’s squad is the strongest in world football. Speaking on The Obi One Podcast, Mikel, who won two Premier League titles and a Champions League crown with Chelsea, praised Arsenal’s balance, depth, and mentality under Arteta. “This season, I think it’s Arsenal’s to lose,” Mikel said. “The squad and the depth they have are frightening. They have the best squad, not just in England but in world football right now. “Sometimes it’s not the starting eleven that wins you games, it’s who comes off the bench. We’ve seen Arsenal — Martinelli coming off the bench to win games, Eze, Merino, and Havertz injured — it’s frightening. Arteta knows this is Arsenal’s title to lose.” Arsenal […]

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Maresca slams Delap for ‘stupid’ red card as Chelsea edge Wolves 4-3

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca criticised striker Liam Delap for a “stupid” and “embarrassing” red card during the club’s 4-3 League Cup fourth-round victory over Wolves on Wednesday. Delap, making his first appearance since August following a hamstring injury, was sent off after receiving two yellow cards in just seven minutes as a substitute. His first booking came for wrestling Yerson Mosquera to the ground, while the second followed a reckless aerial challenge on Emmanuel Agbadou. The dismissal marked Chelsea’s sixth red card in just nine games this season — a trend that left Maresca visibly frustrated. “For today we have a very stupid red card, that was completely unnecessary,” Maresca said after the match. “It’s embarrassing — two yellow cards in seven minutes. Both could have been avoided. “After the first yellow card I told him four or five times […]

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Full list of countries qualified for 2026 WAFCON

Twelve countries have secured their places in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), including hosts Morocco. The qualification process concluded on Tuesday, finalizing most of the lineup for the continental tournament. Reigning champions Nigeria advanced after defeating Benin 3-1 on aggregate, earning their record 11th consecutive WAFCON appearance. Malawi and Cape Verde made history by qualifying for the tournament for the first time. Kenya also booked their second appearance after a convincing 4-1 win over The Gambia. Burkina Faso sealed their second qualification by beating Togo 3-0 on aggregate. Other familiar names joining the lineup include Algeria, Ghana, South Africa, Senegal, Tanzania, and Zambia. Four additional spots remain open to complete the 16-team tournament. These will likely be decided through playoff matches involving some of the teams eliminated in the second round, though official details are yet to […]

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