Barcelona Cancels Japan Friendly Over Contractual Breaches
FC Barcelona has cancelled their upcoming pre-season friendly against Japan’s Vissel Kobe, citing “serious contractual breaches” by the event’s promoter. The Spanish club also warned that the remaining fixtures on their Asian tour, scheduled in South Korea, could be at risk. Barcelona had been set to face J-League side Vissel Kobe on Sunday before traveling to South Korea for matches...
Isak Open To Newcastle Exit As Liverpool Monitor Situation
Alexander Isak has informed Newcastle United of his desire to explore a move away from the club this summer, prompting the Magpies to reassess their attacking options ahead of the new season. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported on Thursday that Liverpool remains interested in signing the Swedish striker, despite recently acquiring Hugo Ekitike. A potential deal for Isak, however, hinges...
Barca Goalkeeper Ter Stegen To Undergo Back Surgery, Out For Three Months
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen is set to undergo back surgery to address a long-term issue and is expected to be sidelined for approximately three months, the Germany international confirmed on Thursday. The 33-year-old took to Instagram to share the update: “Today is a personally difficult day for me. Physically and athletically, I feel in very good shape, although unfortunately...
Tinubu Approves Full Payment For Super Falcons Ahead Of WAFCON Final
President Bola Tinubu has approved the full payment of allowances and match bonuses for the Super Falcons, ahead of their final match against Morocco in the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The announcement was made on Thursday by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, who confirmed that all entitlements, up to and including the final on...
Barcelona’s Friendly Match Against Vissel Kobe Rescheduled
Barcelona’s pre-season friendly against Japanese club Vissel Kobe is back on after the Spanish team and the match promoter resolved earlier contractual disputes that had led to the game’s suspension, the LaLiga side announced on Friday. The Spanish champions are currently en route to Japan for Sunday’s match, which will mark the start of their Asia tour. The tour also...
Flamengo’s Henrique To Stand Trial For Alleged Match-Fixing In Brazil
Flamengo forward Bruno Henrique will face trial in Brazil over allegations of sports fraud linked to online betting, according to a court ruling obtained by AFP on Friday. The 34-year-old was formally charged in June for allegedly deliberately earning a yellow card during a 2023 domestic league match, in coordination with gamblers within his own family. “The information indicates the existence...
Nigeria’s First Lady Celebrates Super Falcons Historic Win
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday, joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating the Super Falcons’ victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals. The Nigerian team staged a dramatic comeback on Saturday night in Rabat, Morocco, defeating the hosts 3-2 in front of a passionate home crowd to lift the trophy. Mrs Tinubu shared photos of herself rejoicing after...
Labour Party Celebrates Super Falcons Victory
The Labour Party on Sunday congratulated the Super Falcons and the entire Nigerian populace on the team’s historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title, describing the win as a beacon of hope in challenging times. The Interim National Chairman, Senator Nenadi Usman disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja. Usman said the victory, secured on Moroccan soil against the...
Liverpool Winger, Luis Diaz Set For £65.5m Move To Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Liverpool winger Luis Diaz for £65.5 million, according to multiple sources on Sunday. The German champions had an initial bid of £59 million rejected by Liverpool last week, but their improved offer now appears to have sealed the deal for the Colombian international, who is expected to undergo a medical soon....
England Edge Spain On Penalties To Retain Women’s Euro Title
Chloe Kelly struck the winning penalty as England defeated Spain 3-1 in a dramatic shootout to win the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 title after a 1-1 draw in extra time on Sunday. The victory at St Jakob-Park in Basel sees the Lionesses retain their European crown and avenge their heartbreaking World Cup final loss to Spain two years ago. Spain...
