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Akwa United target quick NPFL comeback Akwa United chairman Joseph Eno has voiced confidence that the club will earn promotion back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) at the end of the season. The Uyo-based side currently sit top of their NNL group after collecting 19 points from nine outings, putting them in a strong position ahead of the second half of the campaign. Eno said unity and backing from all quarters would be key to achieving the club’s objective of an immediate return to the top flight. “With the backing of the state government, our supporters and committed…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Raheem Sterling’s turbulent tenure at Chelsea has officially come to an end. The 31-year-old winger has reached a mutual agreement with the club to terminate his contract early, ending a three-and-a-half-year association with the Blues that had long since soured. Sterling, who had 18 months remaining on a lucrative £325,000-a-week deal, will receive a payout as part of the settlement. While the exact figures remain undisclosed, the agreement represents a significant financial saving for Chelsea; the payout is reportedly less than the £20 million-plus the club would have owed him in wages had he stayed until the…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. The Premier League transfer landscape has shifted dramatically this January as heavyweights Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur lead a high-stakes arms race. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola made a resounding statement of intent by securing England defender Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace for 20 million pounds. Guardiola further bolstered his squad with the windows most expensive deal, a 64 million pound move for Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo. The additions come at a crucial time for City, providing vital cover for an injury-hit defense and adding explosive power to their frontline as they hunt down the league leaders.…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. The 2026 Australian Open reached a dramatic point on Day 11 at Melbourne Park, as the final semifinal spots were filled under extraordinary circumstances. While the tournament has been a celebration of legends—highlighted by 45-year-old Venus Williams becoming the oldest woman to compete in the singles main draw—the focus today shifted to the grueling physical toll of the year’s first Grand Slam. Men’s Singles: Sinner Dominant, Djokovic Advances on Retirement Defending champion Jannik Sinner continued his ruthless pursuit of a third consecutive Australian Open title. The Italian world number two dispatched American Ben Shelton in a clinical…

Former Super Eagles assistant coach, Simon Kalika, has said the absence of Nigeria from the 2026 FIFA World Cup will reduce the overall appeal of the tournament. Kalika made the comments while likening the Super Eagles to global heavyweights such as Brazil and Spain, insisting that competitions of this magnitude suffer when teams with flair and talent are missing. According to him, many Nigerian players are regulars at top European clubs and consistently entertain fans whenever they appear on the world stage. “These players perform every week at the highest level in Europe, and whenever they come together, they bring…

Liverpool and Chelsea booked their places in the UEFA Champions League round of 16 on Wednesday night following crucial victories in the final round of group-stage matches. They were joined by fellow Premier League sides Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur, meaning four English clubs have now confirmed their progression to the knockout phase. Arsenal had already secured qualification before matchday eight, making it a strong European showing for English teams this season. Liverpool produced one of the performances of the night, overwhelming their opponents with an aggressive display that ensured a comfortable victory and sealed their passage into the last-16.…

All 18 matches from the final round of the UEFA Champions League group stage were completed on Wednesday night, bringing the group phase to an end across Europe. The standout result of the night came at Anfield, where Liverpool delivered a ruthless performance, thrashing Qarabag 6–0 to record the biggest win of the round. Several other fixtures also produced dramatic outcomes, with goals flowing across multiple venues as clubs battled for qualification and seeding positions. Full Results Athletic Club 2–3 SportingBarcelona 4–1 CopenhagenEintracht Frankfurt 0–2 Tottenham HotspurLiverpool 6–0 QarabagMonaco 0–0 JuventusAjax 1–2 OlympiacosParis Saint-Germain 1–1 Newcastle UnitedBorussia Dortmund 0–2 Inter…

Czech giants Viktoria Plzeň have confirmed the capture of Nigerian attacker Salim Fago Lawal from Croatian side NK Istra, in a deal believed to be the biggest sale in the Croatian club’s history. The 23-year-old completes the switch after days of talks between both clubs. The transfer fee is reported to be around €2.4 million, with bonuses that could take the total package close to €3 million. A former Nigeria U-20 international, Lawal is expected to bolster Plzeň’s attacking options following the exit of compatriot Rafiu Durosinmi, who recently joined Italian club Pisa. Lawal impressed during his spell in Croatia,…

Chelsea legend John Terry has praised Robert Sanchez’s mentality, claiming the goalkeeper’s reaction after conceding against Crystal Palace showed the type of attitude found in Premier League title winning sides. Chelsea delivered one of their strongest displays under Liam Rosenior, with Estevao Willian and Joao Pedro impressing in attack despite the absence of Cole Palmer. While the forwards took the spotlight, the defensive unit also played its part, with Trevoh Chalobah and Benoit Badiashile standing firm against Jean Philippe Mateta. There was some disappointment that Chelsea failed to keep a clean sheet, especially after Crystal Palace were reduced to ten…

Atalanta Slash Lookman’s Price as January Window Nears End Atalanta have reportedly reduced their asking price for Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman as the January transfer window enters its final days. The Serie A club were said to have placed a €55 million valuation on the 2024 African Footballer of the Year last summer, a figure that discouraged several interested teams. Lookman, who was keen on leaving Bergamo, even submitted a transfer request, with the situation briefly straining relations between player and club. Although he later returned to action, Lookman initially struggled to regain his place before eventually working his way…