Didier Deschamps who succeeded his former teammate Laurent Blanc after Euro 2012 and has guided France to the finals of three major tournaments has confirmed he will step down as coach of the France national team after the 2026 World Cup. The 56-year-old’s future has been a topic of debate for some time, with calls for …
West Ham sack head coach Julen Lopetegui
West Ham have sacked head coach Julen Lopetegui after eight months in charge with former Chelsea coach, Graham Potter poised to replace him. The Hammers won just six Premier League games during the Spaniard’s tenure. Saturday’s 4-1 defeat by Manchester City was a ninth loss in 20 league games this season and left the club …
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has named Eric Chelle as the new head coach of the Super Eagles.
The decision followed the recommendation of the NFF’s Technical and Development Sub-Committee during its meeting held in Abuja on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Chelle, 47, is a former head coach of Mali’s senior national team, who also managed clubs such as GS Consolat, FC Martigues, Boulogne, and MC Oran. During his playing career in France, …
Footballer Luca Meixner found dead in his bed two days after Christmas
German football club, SSV Reutlingen have announced the tragic death of their 22-year-old player Luca Meixner. The midfielder, who broke into his boyhood club’s first team in 2021 was reportedly found dead in his bed over the Christmas period. The club mourned his passing in a statement on Instagram on Monday, January 6, and said they were …
Team USA Clinches Second United Cup Title with Commanding Victory Over Poland
Team USA secured their second consecutive United Cup championship on Sunday, December 5, with a dominant performance in the final against Poland. Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz delivered clutch victories in their singles matches to seal the title. Gauff set the tone by defeating world No. 2 Iga Świątek in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4, in …
Brazilian Footballer Hulk Marries Ex-Wife’s Niece in Lavish Religious Ceremony
Brazilian footballer Hulk has tied the knot with his ex-wife’s niece, Camila Angelo, in a grand religious wedding ceremony. The Atlético Mineiro star had previously married Camila in a civil ceremony back in 2020, shortly after ending his 12-year marriage to her aunt, Iran Angelo. Sharing his joy on Instagram, Hulk wrote, “Before God and …
Aryna Sabalenka claims the Brisbane International title in a thrilling three-set final!
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka showcased her resilience as she overcame a spirited challenge from qualifier Polina Kudermetova to secure her first Brisbane International title with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 victory. Kudermetova, ranked 107th in the world, stunned the crowd by taking the opening set and looked poised to extend her remarkable run, having already won …
‘This is My Last Year at Liverpool’ – Mohamed Salah
Liverpool superstar Mohamed Salah has officially announced that the current season will be his last at the club. In an exclusive interview with Sky News, Salah was asked whether he believed this would be his final season with the Reds. The Egyptian forward responded candidly: “So far, yes. It’s the last six months.” He added, …
Nottingham Forest Secure Ola Aina with New Contract Amid Manchester City Interest
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo remains confident that Nigerian defender Ola Aina will commit to a new contract at the City Ground, despite strong interest from Manchester City, who have identified the 27-year-old as a top target this January. Aina joined Forest as a free agent in the summer of 2023, with the club …
Nigerian striker, Gift Orban joins Hoffenheim from Lyon
Bundesliga club, TSG Hoffenheim have completed the signing of Nigerian forward Gift Orban from Olympic Lyon. Hoffenheim paid €9 million plus €3 million add-ons for the forward to seal the transfer. The 22-year-old had fallen out of favour at Lyon after joining them a year ago from Belgian club Gent. Orban scored five times in …