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Sunshine Stars appoint Abubakar Bala as new Technical Adviser
Sunshine Stars have named Abubakar Bala as their technical adviser for the remainder of the season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Bala will take over from Bobola Akinbola, who had been head of the technical crew in an acting capacity. The Akure Gunners have been without a coach since their erstwhile handler, Kennedy Boboye, resigned on 10 November…
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NPFL: Finidi George hails team’s performance over the weekend
Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George, praised his players after their 2-1 win over Kwara United at Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Timothy Zacharia and David Benjamin scored for Rivers United, while Akani Akeem grabbed Kwara United’s only goal. Finidi admitted the encounter was tough. “It’s been a long time since we scored two goals; doing…
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Pogba on the Move: Agents Contact Galatasaray, Marseille Still in the Picture
TRANSFERmarketWEB.com Paul Pogba is preparing for his return to football in March after his doping ban was reduced to 18 months. Following his separation from Juventus, the French midfielder is being linked with several top clubs interested in acquiring him on a free transfer. Over the weekend, rumours of a potential move to Manchester City…
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United Mystery: Rashford and Garnacho Dropped for Derby, Amorim Denies Disciplinary Reasons
TRANSFERmarketWEB.com Manchester United celebrated a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Manchester City in the derby, but a surprising decision by new manager Ruben Amorim stole some of the spotlight. Both Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho were omitted from the squad for the high-stakes clash, raising eyebrows among fans and pundits alike. The club provided no clarification…
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Transfer rumors, news: Pulisic close to agreeing Milan contract extension
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions United States men’s national team international Christian Pulisic is closing in on a contract extension at AC Milan, while Manchester United are plotting a move for Greek wonderkid Charalampos Kostoulas. Join us for the latest transfer news, gossip and rumors from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s…
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Sources: LaLiga to report Vini gesture at Rayo
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions LaLiga will formally report a gesture aimed by Vinícius Júnior at Rayo Vallecano fans after Real Madrid’s 3-3 draw on Saturday, as well as fan chanting which preceded it, sources have told ESPN. Vinícius was a second-half substitute in the LaLiga clash in Vallecas, which saw Madrid go 2-0 down, respond…
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Dele Alli to Start Fresh at Como with Cesc Fàbregas
TRANSFERmarketWEB.com Dele Alli is set to begin a new chapter with Como. The English midfielder, who has been a free agent since 1 July, hasn’t played since February 2023, when an injury during his stint at Besiktas abruptly ended his time in Turkey. Since then, the former Tottenham star has endured a difficult period plagued…
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UEFA more than doubles Women’s Euros prize money
EmailPrint Open Extended ReactionsWomen’s Euro 2025 will take place in Switzerland next summer. Francesco Scaccianoce – UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images Prize money for the 2025 Women’s European Championship will more than double compared to the previous edition, with the 16 teams sharing €41 million ($43m), UEFA said Monday. Each federation will get a minimum of €1.8m…
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PSG Unearth a Star? Doué Shines, but Luis Enrique Urges Patience: “He’s 19, He Needs to Sacrifice”
TRANSFERmarketWEB.com Paris Saint-Germain capitalised on slips by Marseille and Monaco in Ligue 1’s 15th round, extending their lead at the top with a commanding 3-1 victory over Lyon at the Parc des Princes. The win, praised as a “complete performance” by PSG manager Luis Enrique in a post-match interview with DAZN, further solidifies their dominance…
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Liverpool’s impressive resilience, Bayern lose, more: Marcotti recaps the weekend
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions Another European soccer weekend is in the books, we’re fast approaching the holidays and the midway point of the season, and we’ve got plenty to talk about. Where shall we begin? How about Liverpool making a mess (thanks to Andy Robertson’s early red card) and showing impressive resilience to battle back…
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Spain federation elects Louzan as president
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions Rafael Louzan is the new president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) after being elected on Monday. The election comes just five days after FIFA confirmed that Spain will be one of six countries that will stage the 2030 World Cup alongside Morocco and Portugal, with three one-off matches held…
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Transfer rumors, news: Man United eye Greek star Kostoulas
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions Fresh from their derby win against their cross-city rivals, Manchester United are plotting a move for Greek wonderkid Charalampos Kostoulas, while Christian Pulisic is closing in on a contract extension at AC Milan. Join us for the latest transfer news, gossip and rumors from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done…
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Should Marcus Rashford leave Man United? Here are dropped striker’s options
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions What next for Marcus Rashford? It is a question that has been asked with increasing regularity about the Manchester United forward in recent months, but after being dropped from Ruben Amorim’s squad for Sunday’s dramatic derby victory at Manchester City, the 27-year-old’s future at the Premier League club is once again…
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Yamal to miss Atlético clash with ankle injury
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal will miss Saturday’s huge game against Atlético Madrid after being ruled out for up to four weeks with an ankle ligament injury picked up in the loss to Leganés. Editor’s Picks Chelsea the weekend’s big winners as Europe’s giants stumble8hESPNPedri begs ‘half asleep’ Barça to ‘turn it…
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Guido Burgstaller has skull fractured in attack
EmailPrint Rapid Vienna say Guido Burgstaller was attacked by an unidentified man in Vienna and has been left with serious head injuries. Severin Aichbauer/SEPA.Media /Getty Images Austrian football player Guido Burgstaller has been left with serious head injuries, including a skull fracture, after he was attacked in the Vienna city centre, his club Rapid Vienna said…
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New Spurs signing Yang joins early, eyes impact
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions South Korean winger Yang Min-Hyeok departed Seoul for London on Monday to join Tottenham Hotspur midseason, where he will link up with fellow international Son Heung-Min. Editor’s Picks Southampton sack Martin after 5-0 loss to Spurs13hESPNDele Alli offered training stint at Fabregas’ Como2hAdriana Garcia 1 Related Spurs signed Yang from Gangwon…
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Kylian Mbappé in Real Madrid squad for cup final
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions Kylian Mbappé has been named in Real Madrid’s squad for their Intercontinental Cup final against Pachuca after taking part in the team’s training session on Monday. Mbappé suffered a thigh injury in Madrid’s 3-2 Champions League win over Atalanta last Tuesday, with a source telling ESPN he was expected to be…
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The VAR Review: Why Robertson’s red card was wrong, Højlund penalty claim
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions Video Assistant Referee causes controversy every week in the Premier League, but how are decisions made, and are they correct? After each weekend we take a look at the major incidents, to examine and explain the process both in terms of VAR protocol and the Laws of the Game. In this…
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How coach Jardine led Club América to era of dominance in Liga MX
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions In case it wasn’t already obvious with their league-leading tally of 16 trophies and arguably the largest fanbase in Concacaf, Club América have once again proven on Mexico’s loftiest stage that they’re the undisputed kings of Liga MX. After Sunday’s 1-1 draw clinched the 2024 Apertura title with a 3-2 aggregate…
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Maresca: Chelsea must learn to see out games
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions Chelsea must manage games better and learn to deal with stressful situations, manager Enzo Maresca said after Marc Cucurella was sent off at the end of Sunday’s 2-1 home win against Brentford in the Premier League. Cucurella and Nicolas Jackson scored as Chelsea secured their fifth consecutive league win to close…