Author: Olukayode Oke

Mauricio Pochettino Addresses Speculation on Chelsea Future Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has responded to ongoing speculation about his future at the club, stating that his potential departure would not be catastrophic for him. Following Chelsea’s recent victory against Tottenham, Pochettino emphasized the need to dismiss “stupid rumours” surrounding his position. However, he acknowledged the importance of alignment between himself, his coaching staff, and the club’s owners moving forward. Pochettino emphasized that everyone involved in the club is subject to evaluation, including himself and his coaching team. He stressed the necessity for open dialogue and mutual understanding among all parties involved…

Casemiro, Gabriel Jesus leads list of left out Stars by Brazil for their upcoming Copa America contest. In a surprising move, Manchester United’s midfield stalwart Casemiro has been left out of Brazil’s squad for the upcoming Copa America tournament. The 32-year-old, with an impressive 75 caps for Brazil, has faced challenges this season at Old Trafford, leading to his exclusion from coach Dorival Jr’s 23-man roster. Joining Casemiro on the sidelines are notable names like Tottenham’s Richarlison, Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus, and Antony from Manchester United. The absence of star player Neymar, still recovering from a knee ligament injury, was expected…

Como Ends 21-Year Long Wait to Return to Serie A In a thrilling finale to the 2023-24 Serie B season, Como Football Club ended a 21-year hiatus from Serie A with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Cosenza. This result, coupled with Venezia’s defeat by Spezia, secured Como the second automatic promotion spot. Gennaro Tutino’s 30th-minute goal initially put Como ahead, showcasing the team’s determination and skill. However, Simone Verdi’s penalty equalizer for Cosenza tested Como’s resolve. Ultimately, the draw was enough to propel Como into Serie A, marking a significant milestone for the Lombardy-based club. Osian Roberts, Como’s caretaker manager,…

Kylian Mbappe Announces Departure from Paris St-Germain Kylian Mbappe in a heartfelt message shared on his social media accounts, has revealed that he will be leaving Paris St-Germain (PSG) at the end of the current season. Mbappe, 25, expressed his decision in a video statement, saying, “It’s my last year at Paris St-Germain. I will not extend, and the adventure will come to an end in a few weeks.” His contract with PSG is set to expire in June, and earlier reports from BBC Sport indicated that Mbappe has already agreed on a move to join Real Madrid in the…

FIFA Rejects Claims of Unconsulted Stakeholders Over Club World Cup Plans World football’s governing body FIFA has responded to claims by players’ union Fifpro and the World Leagues Association (WLA) that they were not consulted regarding the upcoming 32-team Club World Cup. FIFA has rejected these assertions and reaffirmed its duty to implement an international match calendar in the best interests of global football. The disagreement arose when Fifpro and the WLA called for a rescheduling of the Club World Cup, citing concerns that players were being overburdened. They threatened legal action if their concerns were not addressed. …

Finidi George Announces Maiden Call-Up for Super Eagles Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers Exciting news has emerged from the camp of the senior national team of Nigeria as Coach Finidi George has issued his first call-up to players ahead of the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic in June. Following his appointment as the substantive coach of the team, Finidi George, who previously served as assistant to former coach Jose Peseiro for 20 months, has chosen to retain a significant number of players who were part of the team during the Africa Cup of Nations…

Nigerian Football Mourns Tragic Loss of Ibrahim Babangida in Fatal Accident. The Nigerian football community is in a state of mourning following a tragic accident that claimed the life of Ibrahim Babangida, the younger brother of Tijani Babangida, the President of the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN). Reports indicate that the Babangida family, including Tijani, his wife, son, maid, and Ibrahim, were involved in a fatal accident on the Kaduna-Zaria highway. The accident has sent shockwaves through the football community, especially as it has resulted in the untimely passing of Ibrahim Babangida, a former player for Stationery Stores during…

Kabiru Dogo Concerned Over Kwara United’s Home Form Despite Dominant Displays Kabiru Dogo, the Technical Adviser of Kwara United, has voiced his concern over the team’s inconsistent home results in the ongoing 2023/2024 NPFL season. Following a goalless draw with Rivers United in their NPFL matchday 23 rescheduled game in Ilorin, Dogo expressed his thoughts on the team’s performance. Dogo highlighted the team’s dominance in the match against Rivers United, indicating that the visitors were fortunate to escape with a draw. Despite Kwara United’s control of the game, their lack of clinical finishing thwarted their efforts to convert opportunities into…

Omatsone Aluko Bids Farewell to Football in Emotional Retirement Announcement Omatsone Aluko, the dynamic winger of Nigeria’s Super Eagles and currently a part of Ipswich Town FC, has announced his retirement from professional football, marking the end of an illustrious career on the pitch. Aluko made this heartfelt declaration during Ipswich Town FC’s club dinner, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to conclude his journey at such a remarkable club. “I couldn’t think of a better place to end my career. From top to bottom, the Club is amazing, and it has been a privilege to be here. I’ve not played…

Olympiakos Advances to UECL Final with El Kaabi’s Heroics Olympiakos secured their place in the UEFA Europa Conference League (UECL) final against last year’s finalists, ACF Fiorentina, following a resounding 2-0 victory over Aston Villa, completing a 6-2 aggregate win. With a commanding 4-2 lead from the first leg, Olympiacos wasted no time asserting their dominance on home soil. Chiquinho’s early attempt signaled their intent, setting the stage for Ayoub El Kaabi’s clinical finish, adding to his hat-trick from the previous leg and solidifying Olympiacos’ advantage. Despite Villa’s efforts to stage a comeback, Olympiakos’ goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis thwarted their attempts,…

Ademola Lookman Shines Bright as Atalanta Makes History in Europa League. Ademola Lookman emerged as the standout performer as Atalanta etched their name in history, securing their first-ever European final with a resounding 3-0 victory over Marseille, sealing a convincing 4-1 aggregate win in the UEFA Europa League semi-final. From the opening whistle, Lookman showcased his attacking prowess, leading Atalanta’s charge with flair and determination. His moment arrived midway through the first half when, cutting in from the left flank, his curling effort took a crucial deflection off Marseille’s Samuel Gigot, finding the back of the net and igniting celebrations…

Late Drama as Bayer Leverkusen Secures Europa League Final Spot In a stunning turn of events, Bayer Leverkusen clinched their spot in the UEFA Europa League (UEL) final in Dublin, showcasing a relentless “never-say-die” attitude that also saw them break a European record with an astonishing 49-game unbeaten streak across all competitions. Roma, tasked with ending Leverkusen’s impressive run, faced an uphill battle from the start. The Italians signaled their determination early on, with Romelu Lukaku’s break thwarted by Leverkusen’s Matéj Kovåi. Lorenzo Pellegrini and a desperate Gianluca Mancini challenge also tested Leverkusen’s defense, while a crucial save by Mile…