Claudio Ranieri Returns to Roma as Head Coach for Third Stint
Roma have reappointed Claudio Ranieri as their head coach for a third stint. The veteran coach, who has deep ties to the club as a former player and manager, returns to lead his boyhood team once more at the Stadio Olimpico. The Giallorossi announced the news on Thursday through an official statement on their website. […]
Super Eagles Clinch AFCON Qualification with 1-1 Draw Against Benin
Nigeria’s Super Eagles faced off against Benin Republic on November 14, 2024, in a crucial AFCON 2025 qualifier match held at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny in Abidjan. Having previously won three out of four games in the qualifiers, the Nigerian team entered the game as group leaders with 10 points, needing just a draw to […]
SAFA President Danny Jordaan Arrested for Alleged Fraud and Theft Involving R1.3 Million
South African Football Association (SAFA) president Danny Jordaan was arrested and charged on Wednesday with fraud and theft, accused of misusing the organization’s resources for personal benefit, amounting to 1.3 million rand ($72,000), police reported. Jordaan, who led South Africa’s bid for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, denied the charges during a court appearance in […]
Former Nigeria U-20 Star and FIFA World Cup Silver Medalist Gift Atulewa Dies at 38
Former Nigeria U-20 international and FIFA World Cup silver medalist Gift Atulewa has passed away at the age of 38. He died in the early hours of November 12 due to complications from high blood pressure. Azuka Chiemeka, spokesperson for the Delta State Football Association, confirmed the news to Premium Times, stating that Atulewa passed […]
Premier League Referee David Coote Suspended Over Alleged Disrespectful Comments About Jurgen Klopp
Premier League referee David Coote has been suspended following the launch of an investigation into a video that allegedly shows him making disrespectful remarks about Liverpool and their former manager, Jurgen Klopp. The video, reportedly from several years ago, appears to capture Coote referring to Klopp as a “German *” and “fing arrogant.” Coote recently […]
Arsenal Drop Points After Martinelli’s Opener Cancelled Out by Neto in 1-1 Draw at Chelsea
Arsenal lost more ground in the Premier League title race after a 1-1 draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. Gabriel Martinelli put Arsenal ahead with a well-taken strike in the second half, only for Pedro Neto to equalize minutes later with a long-range effort. Mikel Arteta made two changes to his lineup after […]
Roma Sack Ivan Juric After Disappointing 12-Game Tenure as Managerial Turmoil Continues
Roma have officially announced the dismissal of head coach Ivan Juric following a disappointing 12-game tenure. Juric, the former Torino boss, took charge in September after Daniele de Rossi was sacked. Despite an initial positive start with two wins in his first three games, Juric’s performance soon waned, with only two more victories in his […]
Bruno Fernandes Shines in 250th Appearance for Manchester United in 3-0 Win
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes celebrated a milestone 250th appearance with two outstanding goals, leading his team to victory against Leicester at Old Trafford on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Pre-game, Fernandes was presented with a commemorative framed shirt. He quickly made his mark on the match, scoring his first goal in the 17th minute. Amad […]
Nunez and Salah Shine as Liverpool Secure Five-Point Lead with 2-0 Win Over Villa
Darwin Nunez and Mo Salah scored in each half, helping Liverpool secure an impressive win and a five-point lead at the top of the Premier League as they head into the November international break. For Aston Villa, it marked a fourth consecutive loss and their fifth game without a win. However, this took nothing away […]
Manchester City Suffers 2-1 Defeat to Brighton Despite Haaland’s Opener
Manchester City fell 2-1 to Brighton & Hove Albion ahead of the international break. Erling Haaland scored in the 23rd minute, courtesy of Mateo Kovacic’s pinpoint pass, but City couldn’t sustain momentum. They dominated the first half, with Savinho and Haaland pressuring goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, while Danny Welbeck threatened. Brighton rallied in the second half, […]