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Rüdiger Retires From Germany Duty After 86 Caps
Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger has ended his 12-year international career with Germany, stepping aside after 86 appearances to make way for a younger generation and focus fully on his club career. (FILES) Germany’s defender #02 Antonio Ruediger controls the ball during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Germany and Paraguay…
JUST IN: Lionel Messi Retires From International Football
Argentina legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 39, ending an illustrious 20-year career with the national team that included the 2022 World Cup triumph and two Copa América titles. Argentina’s forward #10 Lionel Messi waves as he leaves the pitch after winning the 2026 World Cup Group…
Bellingham, Mbappé Lead Real Madrid to Dominant Win Over Málaga
Real Madrid raced into a commanding first-half lead as Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé inspired Los Blancos to a convincing victory over Málaga at the Santiago Bernabéu. Real Madrid’s English midfielder #05 Jude Bellingham celebrates with his teammates Real Madrid’s French forward #10 Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid’s Moroccan forward #21 Brahim Diaz after scoring…
Alonso Warns Red-Hot Chelsea Still Have Work To Do
Xabi Alonso says Chelsea’s impressive start is no sign that all their problems have been solved, insisting the Blues remain a work in progress despite a thrilling 4-3 win over Brighton. Chelsea’s Spanish Manager Xabi Alonso (C) waves to supporters at the end of the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Brighton and…
Chelsea Survive Seven-Goal Thriller Against Brighton to Maintain Alonso’s Perfect Start
Chelsea edged Brighton in a dramatic seven-goal encounter to preserve Alonso’s winning start, but defensive concerns remain despite a revitalised attack that has produced nine goals in three games. Chelsea’s English midfielder #10 Cole Palmer (L) celebrates after scoring his team’s fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Brighton and…
UEFA Accuses Infantino Of ‘Criminal Mismanagement’, Drops FIFA Boycott Threat
UEFA has intensified its criticism of FIFA president Gianni Infantino over alleged “criminal mismanagement” while provisionally withdrawing its threat to boycott FIFA tournaments. President of FIFA Gianni Infantino (2ndL) attends the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup at the Grand Palais in Paris, France, on August 23, 2026. (Photo by Teresa SUAREZ / POOL…
Man Utd Suffer Baleba Blow As £70m Signing Ruled Out For Three Weeks
Manchester United’s new £70 million arrival Carlos Baleba will miss around three weeks through injury, dealing an early setback to Michael Carrick’s strengthened midfield ahead of the new season. FILE: Ex-Brighton Cameroonian midfielder #20 Carlos Baleba (L) fights for the ball with Manchester United’s Moroccan defender #03 Noussair Mazraoui during the English Premier League football…
Tinubu Orders Major Reform Of Nigerian Football
President Bola Tinubu has directed a comprehensive overhaul of Nigerian football following mounting concerns over the country’s recent failure to qualify for the World Cup, putting the NFF under renewed pressure to address deep-rooted challenges. President Bola Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has directed a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football following a shake-up in the leadership…
NPFL Lands $7.5m EUROMATCH Title Sponsorship Deal
The NPFL has secured a $7.5 million title sponsorship agreement with EUROMATCH, with the league saying the investment will help improve players’ wages, welfare and overall standards. Beyond the silverware, Rangers’ triumph carried deep emotional significance for the people of Enugu State, where the club has long symbolised identity and pride. Nigeria Premier Football League…
Mbappé Treble Inspires Real Madrid’s 4-1 Rout Of Real Sociedad
Kylian Mbappé stole the show with a hat-trick as Real Madrid swept aside Real Sociedad 4-1 in La Liga, with José Mourinho’s return to the Bernabéu adding to the occasion. Real Madrid’s French forward Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring a hat-trick and his team’s fourth goal [Thomas Coex/AFP] Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant hat-trick to help…
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