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UEFA has dismissed Real Madrid’s appeal against the disciplinary sanctions handed to Kylian Mbappé, Antonio Rüdiger, and Dani Ceballos for improper conduct during their Champions League round-of-16 clash against Atlético Madrid on March 12. The European football body upheld the original fines: Both Rüdiger and Mbappé have also received one-match bans, which will only be enforced in the event of repeat misconduct. The sanctions, initially announced on April 4, followed UEFA’s disciplinary investigation into Madrid’s post-match celebrations after their penalty shootout win at the Metropolitano Stadium. Rüdiger was caught on camera making a throat-slitting gesture towards Atlético fans, while Mbappé…

Arsenal have officially secured the signing of Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad for a reported £51 million, and while fans were mostly clamoring for a striker, Mikel Arteta’s decision to prioritize the midfield might prove to be a masterstroke. Zubimendi’s arrival gives Arsenal something they’ve lacked since Thomas Partey’s decline and Jorginho’s exit: a true defensive midfielder who can hold the fort alone. But more than that, he might just be the key to unlocking the full potential of Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard. The modern number six Arsenal needed: Zubimendi isn’t flashy. He won’t wow fans with st:epovers or…

New UEFA Champions League Season Kicks Off Today with First Qualifying Round The race for a spot in Europe’s elite football competition begins today, July 8, as the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League season gets underway with first-round qualifying matches. Barely a month after Paris Saint-Germain crushed Inter Milan 5-0 in last season’s final, attention now shifts to clubs from across the continent fighting to secure their place in the newly expanded League Phase. This year’s competition will feature 36 teams in the main round. Already, 29 teams have qualified through domestic league positions, winning last season’s Champions League or Europa…

Chelsea Must Sell Players to Meet UEFA Rules Before Registering New Signings Chelsea must generate over £60 million in player sales before they can register any new signings for next season’s European competitions, according to The UK Times. Despite earning around £60 million from their Club World Cup campaign, UEFA’s financial regulations prevent the club from using that revenue to offset their Champions League registration costs. This comes shortly after Chelsea were handed a record-breaking fine by UEFA for past financial breaches, tightening the pressure on the London club to comply with the governing body’s rules. UEFA’s ‘List A’ regulation…

Nigerian international Ola Aina has officially signed a new contract with Nottingham Forest, keeping him at the club until 2028. The 28-year-old full-back has impressed since joining the Premier League side, earning praise for his consistency, work rate, and versatility. Confirming the new deal, Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis said, “Ola has skill, determination and character in abundance. He epitomises the culture and hard work we expect from everyone associated with Forest.” Aina, who has been a key figure for both club and country, is expected to play a crucial role in Forest’s plans going forward as the club aims for…

Transfer Update: Viktor Gyökeres Agrees to Sacrifice €2m Salary to Join Arsenal Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres is closing in on a high-profile move to Arsenal after agreeing to forgo €2 million of his salary to help push the deal through. The Swedish forward, who is one of the most sought-after players in the 2025 summer transfer window, has already reached a personal agreement with the Premier League club, and a move is expected to be finalized in the coming days. Gyökeres has been pushing to leave the Portuguese side in search of a bigger stage in Europe, and Arsenal…

Rivers Angels goalkeeper Oloko Fatima has revealed that her major ambition for the upcoming season is to win a domestic double with the Port Harcourt-based side. Speaking on the Sport Gallery show hosted by Faith Akindele (Mr Stereo) on Crowther 88.5 FM, Oyo, Fatima expressed her disappointment at not achieving that feat last season. “We had our eyes on winning both the NWFL title and the President Federation Cup, but we could only lift the Federation Cup. It was my first major trophy with Rivers Angels, and though we gave it our all at the Super 8, it just wasn’t…

Lionel Messi could be on his way to Saudi Arabia, with Al-Ahli reportedly in advanced discussions to sign the Inter Miami star later this year. Should the deal go through, Messi would once again share a league with long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo, who recently extended his stay at Al-Nassr with a fresh two-year contract. Messi’s current agreement with Inter Miami runs until December 2025, but so far, there’s been no indication of a contract extension in the works. This uncertainty has fueled speculation about a possible exit, and several clubs are monitoring the situation closely. French outlet L’Equipe claims that…

The Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) concluded with renewed promises, louder voices, and firmer handshakes between China and its African partners. What was once a quiet trade and development dialogue has now matured into a bold declaration of shared destiny. The recent gathering, widely broadcast across international outlets like CGTN and Nigeria’s NTA, revealed a partnership no longer defined by aid dependency but by mutual ambition. From the bustling halls of Beijing to the satellite feeds of Abuja, the message was unmistakable. China and Africa are not just trading goods; they are exchanging visions. In her report for the Nigerian…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons made a powerful start to their WAFCON 2024 journey, sweeping aside Tunisia 3-0 in a one-sided opener. The African giants didn’t waste time announcing their intent. Asisat Oshoala gave Nigeria the perfect start, striking within minutes of kickoff to hand her side an early lead. Rinsola Babajide, featuring in her first WAFCON match, added to the scoreboard in the 44th minute with a clinical finish that capped a dominant first-half performance from the Super Falcons. Tunisia showed more structure after the break, slowing Nigeria’s momentum. But their resistance didn’t last. With just seven minutes left on the…