A few days after collapsing during a Copa Libertadores match in Brazil, Uruguayan footballer Juan Izquierdo has died at the age of 27, his club confirmed. The cause of death was cardiorespiratory arrest associated with a cardiac arrhythmia, his club Nacional announced, citing the doctors treating him at the Albert Einstein Hospital in São Paulo,…
An athlete, Michael Godwin has called for early preparation for Nigerian athletes ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, U.S. Godwin made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos. He said that early preparations would enhance the athletes` performances and place them in a…
England midfielder Conor Gallagher has completed his move from Chelsea to Atletico Madrid. The 24-year-old, who came through the youth ranks at Stamford Bridge, has signed a five-year contract with the Spanish outfit after the clubs agreed a reported €40 million ($43.7 million) fee. Gallagher’s future had been the subject of speculation for some time…
Patrick Ngwaogu, the Chairman and Sponsor of the Abuja Unity Pre-season Tournament, has said that the 2025 Unity Preseason Tournament would be hosted by asarawa State. Ngwaogu who made the disclosure in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Tuesday, said that it will be held precisely in Lafia Township…
Sen. John Owan Enoh, Minister of Sports Development, has commended Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi and Daniel Igali, President of Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) for hosting the wrestling team. Enoh said this at the reception in honour of athletes and officials of NWF on Saturday in Abuja. The reception was in recognition of patriotism of…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has insisted he is not looking to sign any striker this summer. Arteta has only brought in Riccardo Calafiori, an Italian defender from Bologna, this summer. With two weeks left in the transfer window, the Gunners boss has said he will put his faith in Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus and Leandro…
Discover the stark contrast in the Manchester derby as Manchester City outclasses Manchester United with a 3-0 victory at Old Trafford. Learn about the struggles of Ten Hag’s United and their need for a resurgence. The recent Manchester Derby left Manchester United fans disheartened as they watched their team fall 3-0 to a dominant Manchester…
In a regrettable incident, a 17-year-old faces charges for offensive chants related to the late Sir Bobby Charlton during a Manchester City game. Discover the latest updates on this matter and its impact on the football community. Teen Faces Charges for Offensive Chants A seventeen-year-old, who remains unnamed due to legal constraints, has been charged…
In a historic victory, Lionel Messi secures his eighth Ballon d’Or, setting a new record for non-European players. This article explores his remarkable journey and the changing landscape of football awards. Lionel Messi has made history by claiming his eighth Ballon d’Or, an unprecedented milestone for a non-European player. The award, which traditionally honours Europe’s…
Spain’s women’s football team makes a bold move, refusing to participate in upcoming matches, demanding real changes in Spanish soccer after a controversial incident. Discover the details and implications of this unprecedented stand. Spain’s Women’s Football Stars Take a Stand In an unprecedented turn of events, the vast majority of Spain’s World Cup-winning women’s football…
