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Eric Chelle Explains Why Stanley Nwabali Could Miss Nigeria vs Uganda AFCON 2025 Clash Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has revealed why first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali may be absent when Nigeria faces Uganda in their final Group C fixture of the AFCON 2025 tournament. Speaking during his latest pre-match press conference, Chelle confirmed that Nwabali is currently managing minor knee and ankle issues sustained during Nigeria’s recent victory over Tunisia. The upda

AFCON 2025: Top Goal Scorers and Assist Providers as Group Stage Nears Its End As the AFCON 2025 group stage heads into its final round of fixtures, the tournament is already delivering thrilling attacking performances. Goals and assists remain the ultimate measures of attacking excellence, and several players have stepped up to lead their nations with decisive contributions. From clinical finishers lighting up the scorelines to creative playmakers dictating the tempo of matc

Maurizio Sarri Undergoes Successful Heart Surgery, Set for Recovery Former Chelsea manager and current Lazio head coach, Maurizio Sarri, has successfully undergone heart surgery after being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, a medical condition that causes an irregular heartbeat. The 66-year-old Italian tactician was advised to undergo thorough medical examinations after experiencing symptoms associated with the condition. Lazio later confirmed that the procedure was success

FIFA Set to Revamp Offside Rule: A Game-Changer for Attackers The world of football could be on the brink of a major transformation as FIFA prepares to introduce a significant change to the offside rule one that could dramatically reshape attacking play. The proposal, strongly championed by FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development, Arsène Wenger, aims to make the game fairer, more exciting, and less controversial by reducing marginal offside calls. Under the proposed law,

AFCON 2025 Round of 16: Qualified Teams, Fixtures, and Key Talking Points The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco is steadily building momentum as the group stages near completion. Attention is now turning to the Round of 16 , where the competition intensifies and the margin for error disappears. Below are the qualified teams so far , the confirmed Round of 16 fixtures , and key storylines to watch  as the knockout phase approaches. AFCON 2025 Round of 16 Qualified

AFCON 2025: Full Breakdown of the Confirmed Prize Money The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially confirmed the prize money structure for the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, scheduled to take place in December 2025. The announcement follows an Executive Committee (ExCo) decision taken on 18 November 2023, providing clarity on the financial rewards awaiting participating nations. AFCON 2025 will feature 24 national teams, with a total prize p

Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea Future in Doubt Amid Manchester City Links The future of Enzo Maresca at Chelsea Football Club is beginning to attract serious speculation, with growing reports linking the Italian coach to a potential future role at Manchester City. While nothing is imminent, the emerging narrative suggests that Maresca’s rising reputation has placed him firmly on the radar of Europe’s elite clubs. Maresca, who has steadied the ship at Chelsea over the past two seasons

AFCON 2025: Five Key Things to Know Ahead of Africa’s Biggest Football Showpiece The Africa Cup of Nations returns in grand style as AFCON 2025 promises excitement, drama, and top-level football across the continent. Set to bring together Africa’s finest national teams, the tournament is already generating huge anticipation among fans and pundits alike. As the countdown continues, here are five key things you need to know ahead of the much-awaited competition. 1. Morocco Take

Emilio Nsue Returns as Equatorial Guinea Name AFCON 2025 Squad AFCON 2023’s top scorer, Emilio Nsue, has made a dramatic return to African football’s biggest stage after being named in Equatorial Guinea’s squad for the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations. Following months of controversy surrounding his international future, Nsue has been recalled by head coach Juan Michà, who has unveiled his final 28-man squad as Nzalang Nacional prepare for another ambitious AFCON

Manchester City Set to Open Talks for Crystal Palace Captain Marc Guéhi Manchester City are reportedly preparing to open formal talks over the signing of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi, with the England international increasingly seen as the ideal addition to Pep Guardiola’s evolving defensive unit. The Premier League giants have stepped up their interest in recent weeks, and reports suggest City are now leading the race for one of the division’s most consistent centre-bac

John Terry Reveals Suicidal Thoughts After Heartbreaking 2008 Champions League Final Former Chelsea captain John Terry has made a deeply emotional and shocking revelation about one of the darkest moments of his illustrious career following the 2008 UEFA Champions League final. The former England international opened up in an interview reported by Touchline on its official X (formerly Twitter) account, where he disclosed that he experienced suicidal thoughts after Chelsea’s pa

Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool Future in Doubt as Arne Slot Plans Crucial Talks The future of Mohamed Salah at Liverpool has become a major talking point following his recent interview, which surfaced after he was left out of several Premier League matches under new manager Arne Slot. The uncertainty deepened on Tuesday night when Salah was omitted from Liverpool’s UEFA Champions League victory over Inter Milan. The decision reportedly followed a joint agreement between the Liverp

Lamine Yamal Breaks Kylian Mbappé’s Champions League Record in Barcelona’s 2–1 Victory Barcelona’s teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal continues to carve his name into football history after breaking yet another UEFA Champions League record this time surpassing a milestone previously held by Kylian Mbappé. During Barcelona’s hard-fought 2–1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt on Tuesday night, the 17-year-old registered a decisive assist for Jules Kounde, further cementing his reputation a

Mohamed Salah Sparks Fresh Controversy After Being Dropped from Liverpool Squad Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool has once again come under intense scrutiny following Arne Slot’s decision to leave the forward out of the first team for three consecutive matches. The tension surrounding the situation escalated further after it was confirmed that Salah would not travel with the squad for their UEFA Champions League clash against Inter Milan. In the midst of rising speculation,

Chelsea Receive Positive Update on Liam Delap’s Injury Ahead of Busy December Schedule Chelsea fans can breathe a slight sigh of relief as new reports provide clarity on the injury status of forward Liam Delap, who was recently sidelined during a crucial period of the season. How Did the Injury Happen? Delap was forced off with a shoulder injury during Chelsea’s goalless draw against Bournemouth. The incident ruled him out of action as the Blues prepared for their Champions L

Basketball fans across Lagos are gearing up for what is already being called the most explosive one-on-one matchup of the year. This Saturday, December 6th, at Ivory Court, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, two players with a long, intertwined history will finally settle a rivalry that has lived in whispers for years. On one side: Jerris, popularly known as Morris a polished, explosive shooting guard currently playing for a respected team in Nigeria’s basketball circuit. On the other: Joe