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Matchday 35 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered another action-packed weekend, with dramatic finishes, surprise away wins, and important results that continue to shape both ends of the table as the season nears its conclusion. From Maiduguri to Kano and Enugu, fans were treated to a series of tightly contested fixtures filled with goals and momentum swings. Shooting Stars pull off stunning comeback in Maiduguri One of the standout results came in the northeast, where El-Kanemi Warriors were beaten at home by a determined Shooting Stars SC side. The home supporters had something to cheer about in the 25th…

Antoine Semenyo has revealed that his decision to represent Ghana national football team at international level came naturally, despite being eligible to play for both England and France. The Manchester City forward explained that he never seriously considered switching allegiance away from Ghana, describing the opportunity to play for the Black Stars as one he could not turn down. Semenyo, who officially committed his international future to Ghana in 2022, said the decision was straightforward, particularly as he was not heavily involved in England’s setup at the time. “I was 20, 21 when Ghana came calling. I couldn’t say no…

Julian Nagelsmann has reportedly been made available to several top Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool, as competition intensifies for his signature ahead of the summer transfer window. The German coach, who is currently in charge of the Germany national football team, remains focused on preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, reports suggest that intermediaries representing the 38 year old have already begun exploring potential opportunities in England. Manchester United have been strongly linked with Nagelsmann as they evaluate their long term managerial direction. Despite that interest, no formal talks have yet taken place between the…

Hervé Renard has been dismissed as head coach of the Saudi Arabia national football team in a stunning decision taken just 55 days before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sending shockwaves through the international football community. The timing of the decision has raised widespread surprise, coming so close to the biggest tournament in world football, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Saudi Arabia are now expected to appoint former midfielder Georgios Donis as interim or short term replacement as they rush to stabilise preparations. Renard, 57, was in his second spell in…

Ademola Lookman has admitted that Atlético Madrid will face a difficult challenge when they take on Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey final. The highly anticipated clash is set to take place at the Estadio de la Cartuja, where Atlético Madrid will be aiming to secure their 11th Copa del Rey title. The club last lifted the trophy during the 2012/13 season, when they defeated city rivals Real Madrid in the final. Heading into the encounter, Atlético appear to have momentum on their side. Diego Simeone’s men are coming off an impressive UEFA Champions League victory over Barcelona earlier…

Vinícius Júnior has moved ahead of Lionel Messi in a major UEFA Champions League statistical milestone, setting a new record for the most assists in the knockout stages of the competition. The Real Madrid winger reached the landmark even as his side suffered elimination from the tournament, falling 6-4 on aggregate to Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals. In the second leg of the tie, Vinícius produced another key contribution by setting up a goal for Kylian Mbappé, helping Real Madrid to one of their three goals on the night. However, despite their attacking efforts, Madrid were beaten 4-3 in the…

Former Christophe Dugarry has launched a strong critique of young Lamine Yamal following FC Barcelona’s elimination from the UEFA Champions League at the hands of Atlético Madrid. The French World Cup winner, speaking in a recent interview with RMC Sport, questioned both the teenager’s attitude and his performance during the high-stakes European tie, suggesting that the winger’s confidence may be out of balance with his current level of achievement. Barcelona’s Champions League campaign came to an end in midweek after a disappointing result against Atlético Madrid, a defeat that sparked widespread analysis and criticism across Europe. While Yamal opened the…

Former Gary Neville has singled out Declan Rice as the player he expects to step up when Arsenal take on Manchester City in a crucial Premier League showdown on Sunday. Neville believes the high-stakes encounter at the Etihad Stadium could be defined by individual brilliance, suggesting that Rice may be the decisive figure capable of influencing the title race. The match comes with Arsenal sitting six points clear of City, although Guardiola’s side still have a game in hand that keeps the race finely balanced. Speaking on The Overlap, Neville admitted he was disappointed when Rice left West Ham United…

Pep Guardiola has admitted that Manchester City could effectively be out of the Premier League title race if they suffer defeat against Arsenal this weekend. The City boss made the comments ahead of Sunday’s highly anticipated top-of-the-table showdown, describing the fixture as a decisive moment in the season. Arsenal currently sit six points clear of City, although Guardiola’s side still have a game in hand that could influence the final outcome. With both teams battling for supremacy at the top of the table, the encounter is widely seen as one of the most important matches of the campaign. A win…

Mikel Arteta has spoken emotionally about the death of former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger, describing the news as “shocking” and “very sad” following reports that the ex-shot-stopper passed away at the age of 48. The football world has been left stunned by the announcement, with tributes expected to pour in from across Europe as fans, former teammates, and clubs reflect on Manninger’s career and influence in the game. His passing has cast a sombre mood over Arsenal’s preparations ahead of their upcoming Premier League fixture against Manchester City. Arteta addressed the heartbreaking development during his pre-match press conference on Friday,…