Premier League Referee Suspended Over Apparent Video Rant
David Coote, a Premier League referee, was suspended after it was alleged that he made disparaging remarks about Jürgen Klopp, the former Liverpool manager, on camera. The Professional Game Match Officials Limited confirmed Coote’s suspension, stating that it takes “immediate effect” pending a full investigation into the incident. Coote, a seasoned referee in the Premier League since 2018, officiated Liverpool’s 2-0...
Osimhen Dedicates Brace To Injured Icardi
Victor Osimhen dedicates his brace to Galatasaray injured teammate Mauro Icardi following their 3-2 victory over Samsunspor on Sunday. The Nigeria striker gave his team the lead three minutes into the Turkish Super Lig Game Week 12 fixture and restored the advantage in the 55th minute, five minutes after Jules Ntcham pulled the visitors level from the spot. The 25-year-old celebrated...
Super Falcons Midfielder Abiodun Shines In NCAA Women’s League
The Falcon's midfielder Deborah Abiodun has made a name for herself in the NCAA Division I women's soccer with the University of Pittsburgh. The 21-year-old, in her second year at the institution, was named to the Second Team All-ACC on Wednesday, gaining recognition as a top-ranked player for the second consecutive season and helping her university close out the regular...
Neto Rescues Chelsea In 1-1 Draw Against Arsenal
Pedro Neto's incredible goal in Sunday's London derby saved a 1-1 draw for Chelsea, dealing a new blow to stuttering Arsenal's Premier League title race. Mikel Arteta's side had taken the lead through Gabriel Martinelli's second-half goal at Stamford Bridge. But Neto's equalizer 10 minutes later earned Chelsea a deserved point and left the Gunners without a win in their last...
Messi, Inter Miami Crash Out Of MLS Cup After Stunning 3-2 Loss To Atlanta United
After a 3-2 loss to Atlanta United at home on Saturday, Lionel Messi's Inter Miami was eliminated from the playoffs in the first round, ending his hopes of winning the MLS Cup. Miami had won the regular season campaign with a record points total, but after losing twice in the best-of-three series, the MLS Cup favorites and their eight-times Ballon...
FC Barcelona Sign New Kit Deal With Nike
Spanish reports claim that Barcelona announced a new kit deal with Nike, an American brand company, on Saturday that could be worth up to 1.7 billion euros. Nike has made the Catalan giants’ kit and other club-branded attire since 1998, and the existing deal was due to expire in 2028. “Barcelona and Nike, two leading brands in the sports industry, are...
Brighton Defeats Man City 2-1 In Stunning Comeback Victory
Brighton defeats Manchester City on Saturday night after a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over the defending champions. Despite a powerful start and an early lead from Erling Haaland, Pep Guardiola’s side faltered as Brighton’s spirited performance in the second half turned the tide. Punch Online reports that the game began with Manchester City in control, with Haaland breaking through to open...
Israel Dispatch Rescue Aircraft After Attack On Football Supporters In Amsterdam
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sent 2 rescue aircraft to the Netherlands following Israeli football fans being hurt in violence in Amsterdam. “Prime Minister Netanyahu views the horrifying incident with utmost gravity and demands that the Dutch government and security forces take vigorous and swift action against the rioters and ensure the safety of our citizens,” his office said in a...
Arteta Promises Arsenal Will Bounce Back From Difficult Phase
Arteta looked over the ruins of Arsenal's Champions League loss to Inter and said his team would rise above the ruins to reverse their struggling run. The Gunners crashed to a 1-0 loss in the San Siro on Wednesday, adding to the growing sense of turmoil around a team that was expected to mount a strong challenge for European and...
Udoh Laments Losing U-17 World Cup Gold Medal
A Nigerian defender, Kingsley Udoh, is devastated by the loss of his FIFA U-17 World Cup gold medal, which he claims would have lifted his spirits. The 33-year-old was a key member of the Golden Eaglets that won the 2007 FIFA U-17 World Cup in South Korea, from where he gladly returned with the gold medal that was kept by...
