Barcelona have confirmed the signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United in a deal worth up to €80 million ($93 million). The La Liga champions announced on Friday that the 25-year-old winger has agreed a five-year contract running until June 30, 2031. Gordon, who scored 17 goals for Newcastle this season—including 10 in the Champions…
Liverpool have dismissed head coach Arne Slot with immediate effect following a disappointing Premier League campaign in which the club finished fifth after failing to successfully defend its title. The club announced the Dutchman’s departure on Saturday, bringing an end to his two-year tenure at Anfield and confirming that the process of appointing a successor…
Brazil forward Neymar is facing a race against time to be fit for the start of the World Cup after suffering a calf injury that is expected to sideline him for up to three weeks. Brazil national team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar disclosed on Thursday that medical examinations confirmed a grade two muscle injury, raising doubts…
By Ayomide Otitoju Crystal Palace have won the UEFA Conference League after a 1–0 victory over Rayo Vallecano in Wednesday’s final in Leipzig, securing the club’s first European trophy in their history. France striker Jean-Philippe Mateta scored the decisive goal early in the second half, converting a rebound to seal the win and hand outgoing…
The Ghetto Kids, a Ugandan dance troupe made up of children from disadvantaged backgrounds, have expressed excitement after being selected by global music star Shakira to perform at the World Cup final half-time show in the United States this summer. Shakira announced the invitation on Instagram, naming the Kampala-based group as her first choice for…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Rangers International FC on their historic victory in the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, describing their achievement as a reaffirmation of the club’s enduring legacy in Nigerian football. In a statement issued on May 25, 2026, through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rangers International FC produced a title-winning performance in Lagos on Sunday, defeating Ikorodu City FC 2–1 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena to secure the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) crown. The hard-fought victory sealed a ninth league title for the Enugu-based side, drawing them level with Enyimba FC as the most…
Mamelodi Sundowns have been crowned CAF Champions League winners after holding FAR Rabat to a 1–1 draw in the second leg of the final in Morocco on Sunday, sealing a 2–1 aggregate victory. Midfielder Teboho Mokoena and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams delivered decisive performances as Sundowns secured their second continental title, having previously won the competition…
Arsenal have been crowned English Premier League champions, sealing the title with a 2–1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Sunday. Arsenal lifted the trophy after their first match as confirmed champions, following their title-clinching draw against Manchester City earlier in the week, which secured their first league triumph in 22 years. Arsenal…
