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By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Manchester City are actively preparing for a potential post-Pep Guardiola era, with current Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca emerging as a prominent figure in their contingency plans should the Catalan depart at the end of the season. According to exclusive reporting from The Athletic’s David Ornstein, the 45-year-old Italian — who previously worked under Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium — is “high among the candidates” being considered by City hierarchy. Maresca retains strong admirers within the club after his spells coaching the Elite Development Squad (EDS) and as a first-team assistant, where he contributed to the historic…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. In a candid and emotional interview, retired footballer Kevin-Prince Boateng has opened up about the deep-seated strain in his relationship with his half-brother Jerome Boateng, admitting to years of jealousy that poisoned their bond despite his efforts to seek forgiveness. The former AC Milan, Barcelona, and Ghana star shared his raw reflections with German podcaster Andreas Poke, revealing how childhood differences and diverging career paths fueled a lasting estrangement between the two brothers. “We never had a good relationship because we were very opposite, like he was very competitive over me,” Kevin-Prince said. “Then I saw him…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Ecuadorian international defender Mario Pineida, a 33-year-old player for Barcelona Sporting Club, was shot and killed on Wednesday in a targeted attack in northern Guayaquil, authorities and his club confirmed. Another woman accompanying him—reportedly his partner—was also killed, while a third person, believed to be his mother, was wounded. The incident occurred in the afternoon outside a butcher shop in the Samanes 4 neighborhood, a commercial area in the north of the city. According to police reports and local media, two assailants on a motorcycle opened fire on Pineida and the two women with him. Pineida died…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are scheduled to fly out of Cairo to Fez, Morocco, today as preparations intensify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The team opened its pre-tournament camp in Cairo over the weekend, with head coach Eric Chelle overseeing early sessions in Egypt. All 28 invited players are now with the squad following the arrival of Victor Osimhen on Wednesday night. As part of their build-up, Nigeria suffered a 2–1 defeat to Egypt in a friendly match played at the Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday. The Super Eagles are expected to continue their final phase of preparation upon…

World football’s governing body, FIFA, has officially unveiled the prize money structure for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a total payout of $727 million confirmed. Out of this amount, $655 million will be distributed among the 48 countries taking part in the expanded tournament. The eventual champions will pocket $50 million, marking the highest prize ever awarded to a World Cup winner. The runners-up will go home with $33 million. Teams finishing third and fourth will earn $29 million and $27 million respectively, while sides placed between fifth and eighth will receive $19 million each. Countries knocked out at…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. The Super Eagles of Nigeria suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to the Pharaohs of Egypt on Tuesday night at the Cairo International Stadium. The high-profile friendly served as the final dress rehearsal for both continental giants before they head to Morocco for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Despite a spirited performance and a mass rotation of players in the second half, the three-time African champions were unable to overcome a clinical Egyptian side led by an inspired Zizo, who provided both assists for the hosts. Match Highlights: A Tale of Two Halves The encounter began…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea avoided a potential giant-killing on Tuesday night, leaning on the depth of their star-studded bench to secure a 3-1 victory over League One leaders Cardiff City. Second-half strikes from “supersubs” Alejandro Garnacho and Pedro Neto proved decisive, booking the Blues’ place in the next round and marking their sixth successive victory in Carabao Cup quarter-final ties. The win provided a much-needed lift for Maresca, who had described the buildup to the weekend’s 2-0 win over Everton as his “worst 48 hours” at the club. However, the Italian manager’s decision to name an entirely different…

The Best FIFA Football Awards ceremony on December 16 brought football’s biggest names together to celebrate the top performers from around the world. Fans tuned in from every corner of the globe to see their favourite stars take the spotlight. FIFA honoured players for their performances between August 2024 and August 2025, highlighting the season’s most consistent and impactful stars. While individual awards featured prominently, the Best FIFA 11—for both men and women—served as the ultimate showcase of elite talent. Men’s Best FIFA 11 2025 (4-4-2) Donnarumma Hakimi, Pacho, van Dijk, Mendes Palmer, Bellingham, Vitinha, Pedri Lamine Yamal, Dembele UEFA…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Inter Milan capitalized on stunning slips from their rivals to climb to the top of Serie A on a chaotic Sunday, turning what was already a thrilling title race into an absolute nail-biter heading into the festive break. In a day packed with surprises, the Nerazzurri secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory away at Genoa, with goals from Yann Bisseck and captain Lautaro Martínez proving decisive despite a late consolation from the host. The win propelled Simone Inzaghi’s side to 33 points after 15 matches, leapfrogging the chasing pack. Earlier in the day, prior leaders AC Milan were…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare announced his Premier League arrival in style, scoring his maiden goal for Wolverhampton Wanderers with a 90th-minute header against Arsenal – only for the Gunners to snatch a 2-1 victory in stoppage time. The 25-year-old, who joined Wolves from Genk for £24 million in September 2025, glanced a cross from substitute Mateus Mané beyond David Raya to cancel out an earlier own goal by Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone. His strike made him the first Nigerian to score in the Premier League for Wolves and sparked jubilant scenes among the away fans. But heartbreak…