Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana gifted Brighton a third goal at Old Trafford, raising further concerns over his form. The former Inter Milan shot-stopper, known for producing spectacular saves, continues to be overshadowed by costly blunders. His latest error against Brighton has intensified scrutiny and could lead to significant changes in the team’s lineup. With Altay Bayindir waiting in the wings, calls for a change in goal are growing louder. After Onana’s FA Cup performance, his position as Manchester United’s No. 1 appears increasingly uncertain. Could Bayindir, who is yet to start a European game for the club, be given…
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Rangers defender Leon Balogun has clarified that he has not retired from international football and remains available to represent Nigeria. Balogun’s last game for the Super Eagles was a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against São Tomé and Príncipe in June 2022, where Nigeria secured an emphatic 10-0 victory. Since then, the 36-year-old has been left out of the national team, largely due to fitness concerns. However, his impressive performances for Rangers this season have sparked calls for his return to the Super Eagles. Speaking to Brila FM, Balogun reiterated his commitment to the national team. “It’s not that…
Arsenal centre-back William Saliba is in danger of missing the upcoming home match against Manchester City at the beginning of next month due to a hamstring injury, according to reports. Saliba, a key figure in Arsenal’s defence, was sidelined for Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Aston Villa after picking up a muscular issue, which Mikel Arteta described cautiously as “something muscular.” Without their French defender, Arsenal conceded two goals from crosses aimed at the area Saliba usually covers, surrendering a 2-0 lead and further slipping in the Premier League title race. Having started 57 of Arsenal’s previous 58 Premier League matches,…
Betting in sports, particularly football, has grown more prevalent, even among top professional players in Europe. However, in recent years, some players have found themselves entangled in illegal betting scandals, either directly or indirectly. The English FA and football’s governing bodies worldwide have established strict rules against betting. Players are prohibited from placing bets themselves or through intermediaries like family or friends. Additionally, players cannot disclose privileged information to others for financial gain. Most recently, Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been implicated in a betting scandal. The 25-year-old faces the risk of a four-year ban if found…
FROM STAMFORD BRIDGE – Chelsea secured their first Premier League win of 2025 with a 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday night. The Blues were dominant throughout, taking the lead midway through the first half with a goal from Tosin Adarabioyo. However, a mistake by goalkeeper Robert Sanchez allowed Wolves to equalize just before halftime through Matt Doherty. In the second half, goals from Marc Cucurella and Noni Madueke sealed the win for Chelsea, lifting them above Manchester City and back into the Premier League’s top four. How the Game Unfolded Enzo Maresca described managing Chelsea in January as…
Chelsea have reached an agreement to sign Mamadou Sarr from BlueCo group club Strasbourg ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. The news was confirmed by renowned football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano in a tweet on Monday. According to Romano, the 19-year-old center-back has agreed to join the Premier League side, with a deal valued at €15 million, including add-ons. “Chelsea agree to sign Mamadou Sarr from BlueCo group club Strasbourg for next season (25/26),” Romano tweeted. “Package worth €15m with add-ons included. Deal set to be sealed, as reported by @FabriceHawkins. The 2005-born center-back has already agreed to the move.” Sarr,…
Manchester City have announced the signing of Abdukodir Khusanov from Lens, marking the 20-year-old centre-back as their first acquisition of the January transfer window. Khusanov, who could become the first player from Uzbekistan to feature in the Premier League, joins the club for a reported fee of €40 million (£33.6 million). He has signed a long-term contract that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until at least the summer of 2029. Expressing his excitement about the move, Khusanov told the club’s official website:”I’m absolutely delighted to be joining Manchester City, a club I’ve admired for a long time. “This…
Uruguayan footballer Robert Carmona, 62, holds the title of the world’s oldest living professional football player, according to a report by Marca. His remarkable feat has earned him official recognition from the Guinness World Records. Carmona’s football journey began in 1976, and since then, he has played for 49 teams, amassing over 2,000 appearances. Despite his age, his love for the game remains as strong as ever, and he continues to play without a formal contract, relying on verbal agreements with clubs. Though his salary is modest and doesn’t offer financial security, Carmona supplements his income through sports-related activities and…
Pep Guardiola has issued a warning that Manchester City are nearing the performance levels that have made them the dominant force in English football over the past decade. City delivered a scintillating display on Sunday, thrashing Ipswich Town 6-0 at Portman Road. Goals from Phil Foden (2), Mateo Kovacic, Jeremy Doku, Erling Haaland, and James McAtee propelled the reigning Premier League champions back into the top four after starting the day in eighth place. Despite some lingering areas for improvement, Guardiola expressed satisfaction with his team’s progress as they aim to secure Champions League qualification for next season. “We are…
Ruben Amorim has cautioned Manchester United’s players and supporters that the difficult times are far from over, following their 3-1 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion. The loss marked United’s sixth home defeat of the Premier League season and the fourth under Amorim’s tenure. Speaking candidly in his post-match press conference, Amorim didn’t shy away from harsh truths, suggesting that the current squad might be the weakest in the club’s 147-year history. He also warned that more struggles lie ahead, reaffirming his commitment to his methods and approach, regardless of the ongoing results. “I’m clear about this: I’m not going…