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Respected African football expert Mamadou Gaye has advised the Ghana Football Association to avoid appointing a European coach ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that experienced African tacticians are capable of leading the Black Stars. Ghana are still without a permanent coach just 62 days before the tournament begins, following the dismissal of Otto Addo after a poor run of results. His final match in charge was a 2-1 friendly defeat to Germany on March 30, which reportedly sealed his exit. A number of European coaches, including Hervé Renard, Félix Sánchez Bas, Carlos Queiroz, Paulo Bento, and Fernando…

Felix Agu has expressed excitement over the return of Victor Boniface to training, praising the Super Eagles forward’s quality as he continues his recovery from a long-term injury. Boniface has endured a difficult 2025–26 campaign after suffering a serious knee injury that required surgery in January. The setback initially raised fears that he could miss the rest of the season, leaving his club and supporters uncertain about when he would return to action. After several months on the sidelines, the Nigerian striker has now resumed training, with his club carefully managing his recovery process to ensure he is fully fit…

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has provided an update on the fitness of key players ahead of their Premier League showdown with Manchester City, confirming that club captain Reece James will miss the match, alongside Trevoh Chalobah and Levi Colwill. James is currently sidelined with a hamstring injury, while Chalobah is still recovering from his own setback. Colwill, however, has returned to full training after ACL surgery but is not yet deemed fully match fit for competitive action. Rosenior said all three players are expected to return to full availability in the coming weeks, offering a boost for Chelsea’s run-in as…

The Advocacy for Nigeria Football Reform Concepts has dragged FIFA to the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, in Suit No: M/4462/2062. In the suit, the plaintiffs are seeking 12 reliefs concerning the FIFA Forward Development Project funds, past World Cup funds, and other grants to Nigeria. Other defendants in the suit are:(2) The Nigeria Football Federation,(3) Monimichelle Sports Facilities Limited, and(4) a fourth party to be joined in the suit, being the contractor of the Kebbi Stadium. The subject matter of the suit is FIFA’s alleged complicity in the misappropriation and embezzlement of its grants to Nigeria since 2014.…

Achraf Hakimi has expressed regret over the controversial towel incidents that took place during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, admitting he is not proud of how events unfolded during the tournament’s closing stages. The incidents, which involved Morocco’s national team in matches against Nigeria and Senegal, saw goalkeeper towels repeatedly taken away from opposition goalkeepers in wet conditions. The situation affected players such as Stanley Nwabali and Édouard Mendy, with camera footage showing Moroccan players, staff, and even ball boys involved during both the semifinal and final. Reports indicated that the actions appeared aimed at disrupting the goalkeepers’ ability…

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has launched a stinging criticism of Trent Alexander-Arnold following Real Madrid’s 2-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg at the Santiago Bernabéu. Keane did not hold back in his assessment, describing the England international’s defensive lapse as a “childish mistake” and questioning his consistency in high-pressure matches. Despite contributing an assist for Kylian Mbappé, Alexander-Arnold’s overall defensive performance came under heavy scrutiny after Bayern exposed Madrid at key moments. The decisive incident came when Luis Díaz was allowed to drift in behind the defender to score Bayern’s opening goal,…

The world’s top football managers continue to earn extraordinary fortunes, with elite coaches across Europe and international football ranking among the wealthiest figures in the sport in 2026. Their earnings reflect decades of success at the highest level, combined with lucrative contracts, bonuses, and compensation packages from high-profile club moves and exits. According to Planet Football, the ranking is based on estimated net worth and total career earnings, highlighting the financial power of long-term success in elite football management. 1. Diego Simeone – £102 million Diego Simeone sits at the top of the list with an estimated fortune of £102…

Saturday’s Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium sees Arsenal host Bournemouth as Mikel Arteta’s side aim to strengthen their hold at the top of the table and move closer to a first league title in 22 years. Arsenal are strong favourites heading into the game, with the Opta supercomputer giving them a 72.2% win probability. Bournemouth’s chances stand at 11.8%, while 16% of simulations predict a draw. Arsenal’s defensive record has been one of the standout statistics of the season, as they are averaging just 0.71 expected goals against per game (22.1 xGA in 31 matches), the lowest by…

Chelsea vs Manchester City Prediction: Guardiola’s Men Eye Title Pressure in Stamford Bridge Clash Sunday’s Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge sees Chelsea host Manchester City in a high-stakes encounter as Pep Guardiola’s side continue their push to keep pressure on leaders Arsenal. The Opta supercomputer slightly favours Manchester City, giving them a 41.2% win probability compared to Chelsea’s 33.1%, while there is a 25.7% chance of a draw. City also enter the fixture with momentum, despite Arsenal still sitting nine points clear at the top of the Premier League. Historically, City have dominated this fixture in recent years. They…

Nigerian international Ademola Lookman has praised Atlético Madrid for their impressive performance in their UEFA Champions League clash against Barcelona, describing the result as a clear reflection of the team’s unity and hard work. Atlético Madrid, under the guidance of Diego Simeone, delivered a composed and disciplined display to defeat Barcelona 2-0 at the Camp Nou on Wednesday night. The match took a decisive turn late in the first half when Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí was sent off, reducing the home side to ten men and giving Atlético a clear edge going into the break. Despite the advantage, Atlético remained…