Author: Olukayode Oke

Red-hot Liverpool Demolish Spurs 6:3 To Extend Premier League Lead. Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to four points with a commanding 6-3 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, showcasing their attacking prowess in a ruthless display at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Reds, led by manager Arne Slot, were in scintillating form, capitalising on every defensive frailty in an injury-depleted Spurs side. Luis Díaz opened the scoring in the 23rd minute with a well-timed header from Trent Alexander-Arnold’s pinpoint cross. Alexis Mac Allister doubled the lead with another header 13 minutes later, putting Liverpool firmly…

Bournemouth Humiliate Manchester United With A Stunning 3-0 Victory. Manchester United were booed off the pitch after a crushing 3-0 home defeat to high-flying Bournemouth, marking their third loss in four Premier League matches under manager Ruben Amorim. The result leaves United languishing in 13th place during the festive season, while Bournemouth climb to an impressive fifth, keeping their European ambitions alive. Dean Huijsen opened the scoring for the visitors in the 29th minute, capitalising on Manchester United’s well-documented frailty at set-pieces. Justin Kluivert doubled the lead from the penalty spot after being tripped by Noussair Mazraoui, and…

Gabriel Jesus Shines As Arsenal Thrash Crystal Palace. Gabriel Jesus delivered a masterclass performance as Arsenal stormed to a 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, moving to within three points of Premier League leaders Liverpool. The Brazilian striker, who netted a hat-trick against Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals midweek, added two more to his tally, taking his goal count against the Eagles to five in just seven days. Arsenal started strongly, opening the scoring in the sixth minute when Bukayo Saka’s deflected cross fell to Jesus, who struck powerfully past Dean Henderson at the near…

Sorloth’s Late Strike Against Barcelona Sends Atletico Madrid To The Top Of La Liga. Alexander Sorloth came off the bench to deliver a dramatic injury-time winner as Atletico Madrid staged a comeback to defeat Barcelona and climb to the top of La Liga. Barcelona took the lead in the 30th minute when Pedri linked up brilliantly with Gavi before slotting a composed finish past Jan Oblak. Despite dominating large spells of the match, Hansi Flick’s side could not convert their chances, allowing Atletico to claw their way back into the game. Rodrigo De Paul capitalised on a defensive error…

Oleksandr Usyk Defeats Tyson Fury Again To Retain Heavyweight Titles. Oleksandr Usyk has once again proved his dominance in the heavyweight division by defeating Tyson Fury on points in their highly anticipated rematch in Saudi Arabia. The Ukrainian retained his WBA (Super), WBC, and WBO titles with a unanimous decision at Riyadh’s Kingdom Arena. In a close contest, the judges scored the fight 116-112 in favour of the 37-year-old champion. This victory extends Usyk’s professional record to 23 wins, maintaining his undefeated status and cementing his legacy as a generational great. The fight saw Fury, 36, showcase some of…

Southampton Appoint Ivan Juric As New Manager. Southampton have announced the appointment of Ivan Juric as their new manager on an 18-month contract, following the dismissal of Russell Martin last week. Martin was relieved of his duties after a crushing 5-0 defeat to Tottenham. Juric, 49, takes on the challenge of revitalising a struggling Saints side, currently sitting at the bottom of the Premier League table, nine points adrift of safety. The Croat, most recently in charge at Roma, expressed optimism about his new role. “I’m very pleased. I think it’s a really big challenge, but I’m very optimistic…

Tragic Stampedes In Nigeria Claim Dozens of Lives. Nigeria has been struck by a series of devastating stampedes over the past few days, claiming the lives of numerous individuals during events meant to bring joy and relief. This morning, ten people were tragically confirmed dead at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja. The stampede occurred during the distribution of food items, leaving many in shock and mourning on what was meant to be a day of giving. In a separate incident in Anambra State, 17 lives were lost in a similar stampede during a rice distribution event. The…

Dangote Refinery Partners With MRS To Distribute Fuel At ₦935 Nationwide. The Dangote Refinery has announced a strategic partnership with MRS Oil Nigeria Plc to make fuel available nationwide at MRS filling stations. Under this collaboration, petrol will be sold at ₦935 per litre across the country. This development marks a significant milestone in the Nigerian energy sector, as the Dangote Refinery, one of the largest in Africa, continues to play a pivotal role in reducing the nation’s reliance on imported fuel. The agreement is expected to enhance fuel availability and distribution, ensuring consumers have greater access to petrol…

Manchester City’s Struggles Deepen With Defeat At Aston Villa. Manchester City’s disappointing season continued as they suffered a 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa, with goals from Jhon Durán and Morgan Rogers rendering Phil Foden’s late strike a mere consolation. The result saw City drop to sixth in the Premier League, nine points behind leaders Liverpool, despite having played two games more. Meanwhile, Villa leapfrogged the defending champions into fifth, keeping their hopes of a top-four finish alive. City have now endured nine defeats in their last 12 games across all competitions, extending their winless streak on the road…

Transfer Rumours Heat Up Ahead Of January Window. The January transfer window is set to be an eventful one as top clubs across Europe make strategic moves to strengthen their squads. Manchester United are reportedly open to allowing Marcus Rashford to leave on loan in January. The 27-year-old England forward has attracted interest from three Saudi Arabian clubs: Al Ahli, Al Ittihad, and Al Qadsiah. Meanwhile, United are also keeping tabs on River Plate’s 17-year-old Argentine midfielder Franco Mastantuono, who has a £38m release clause, and have secured Paraguayan left-back Diego Leon, 17, from Cerro Porteño, with the move…

Everton Under New Ownership As Friedkin Group Takes Control. Everton Football Club has entered a new era following the acquisition of a 98.8% stake by the US-based Friedkin Group, operating through Roundhouse Capital Holdings. This deal positions Everton as the 10th Premier League club under majority American ownership. Marc Watts, the executive chairman of the Friedkin Group, has assured fans of immediate financial stability and pledged a dedicated effort to revitalise the club’s fortunes. “This marks a significant turning point for Everton,” Watts stated, highlighting the group’s commitment to ensuring long-term success for the Merseyside club. The takeover…

US Scraps $10 Million Bounty For Syria’s New Leader Ahmed al-Sharaa. The United States has withdrawn a $10 million (£7.9 million) reward for the arrest of Ahmed al-Sharaa, the new de facto leader of Syria, following productive discussions between senior American diplomats and representatives of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). Assistant Secretary of State Barbara Leaf, part of the delegation that met with Sharaa in Damascus, described him as “pragmatic” and characterised the talks as “very productive.” The US still designates HTS as a terrorist organisation, but the meeting marks a significant step in Washington’s approach to the group, which…