Man City Sign Cherki Ahead Of Club World Cup
Manchester City completed the signing of French international Rayan Cherki from Lyon on Tuesday, in time to beat the deadline to register new players for the start of the Club World Cup. Cherki, 21, joins a new-look City, seeking to bounce back after a dismal trophyless season for Pep Guardiola’s men, for a fee of 36.5 million euros ($41 million,...
Gaza War ‘Hurts My Whole Body’ — Guardiola
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expressed deep sorrow over the ongoing war in Gaza, saying it “hurts my whole body” during a heartfelt speech as he was honoured by the University of Manchester. Guardiola, 54, made the comments on Monday while receiving an honorary doctorate from the university. “It’s so painful what we see in Gaza, it hurts my whole body,”...
Everton Set To Sign Uche
Everton have entered the fray for Christantus Uche, the highly rated Nigerian midfielder whose breakout season at Getafe has sparked a bidding war among top European clubs. The 22-year-old has quickly established himself as one of La Liga’s standout young talents, delivering an eye-catching debut campaign under José Bordalás. Uche featured in all 38 league matches, contributing four goals and...
Osimhen Rejects Al-Hilal’s Big-Money Offer, Eyes Potential Man United Move
Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen has reportedly rejected a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal, choosing instead to pursue opportunities in Europe—potentially with Manchester United. Al-Hilal were prepared to activate Osimhen’s €75 million (£63.2 million) release clause, valid for clubs outside Serie A, and offered him a staggering salary package worth £25.3 million per year. However, according to Football Italia,...
Fan Dies Following Fall From Stands At Nations League Final
A tragic incident occurred during the Nations League final between Portugal and Spain in Munich on Sunday, as a spectator died after falling from the stands, UEFA confirmed to AFP subsidiary SID. The fan reportedly fell from the central tier during the first period of extra time, landing in the press box located in the lower tier. Emergency responders, including...
”US Diverted Ukraine Missiles To Middle East” – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed that the United States, under the administration of President Donald Trump, redirected 20,000 anti-drone missiles that were originally intended for Ukraine to American forces stationed in the Middle East. In an interview published by ABC News on Sunday, Zelensky said Ukraine had relied on the missile delivery to bolster its defence against ongoing Russian drone...
Amusan Records Jamaican 100-Meter Season-Best Time
Tobi Amusan of Nigeria finished the Racers Grand Prix, a World Athletics Continental Tour Silver meeting, in Kingston, Jamaica, early on Sunday morning with her fastest 100-meter time of the season, 11.18 seconds (1.8 metres per second). Amusan placed fourth in the highly competitive women’s sprint final in front of 15,000 spectators that saw the top four athletes set season-best...
Osimhen Turns Down Al-Hilal €40 Million Offer
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has declined a new, huge offer from Saudi Arabian team Al Hilal, choosing to stay in Europe as interest from elite teams grows. Al Hilal, who recently appointed former Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi as manager, had made Osimhen their top transfer priority ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. In an effort to lure...
Galatasary To Sign Osimhen After Saudi Rejection
Galatasaray has stepped up their efforts to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen after he declined to sign with Al Hilal of the Saudi Pro League, according to PUNCH Sports Extra. The Turkish champions have submitted a formal contract proposal to Osimhen, who recently concluded his on loan at the Istanbul club from Napoli, according to reports from transfer insider Fabrizio...
David Beckham To Receive Knighthood Award From King Charles
According to reports on Friday, David Beckham is scheduled to be knighted by King Charles III next week in honour of his football accomplishments and his long history of charitable work. The former England football captain will reportedly be named in the King’s Birthday Honours List, according to the BBC and other media outlets. Beckham will join the ranks of other...
