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By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has firmly ended months of uncertainty, confirming that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will proceed as planned in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Speaking at a major press conference on Friday following a CAF Executive Committee meeting, Motsepe dismissed reports of a possible relocation or postponement as “totally unfounded.” East Africa “Pamoja” Bid Stays the Course The”Pamoja” (Together) bid, a historic joint venture between the three East African neighbors, had recently come under fire from media speculation questioning the region’s infrastructure readiness. Motsepe addressed these concerns head-on, drawing…

Turkey: Galatasaray Coach Hails Osimhen, Icardi Partnership Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has showered praise on the increasingly potent attacking partnership between Victor Osimhen and Mauro Icardi following the club’s resounding victory over Eyuspor, DAILY POST reports. The Turkish Super Lig champions produced an attacking masterclass at RAMs Park on Friday night, dismantling Eyuspor 5-1 in a one-sided contest that highlighted the growing understanding between their two star forwards. Icardi was the standout finisher on the night, delivering a clinical hat-trick that underlined his predatory instincts inside the penalty area. Osimhen, meanwhile, showcased his all-round attacking quality, providing two well-timed…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has secured his place among the world’s most prolific international goalscorers of the current decade, as recognized by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS). The Nigerian forward joins an illustrious list featuring legends like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and stars like Kylian Mbappé, highlighting his remarkable rise in global football. The IFFHS ranking, which covers the third decade of the 21st century (2021–2030) and is updated through the end of 2025, places Osimhen joint 14th with 27 international goals for Nigeria. This achievement ties him with Serbia’s Aleksandar Mitrović…

Former Steven Gerrard has spoken glowingly about Cole Palmer, admitting he recognises a trait in the Chelsea star that mirrors his own experience at the highest level. Palmer has transformed Chelsea’s attack since arriving from Manchester City in the summer of 2023 for £40 million. The 23 year old has delivered remarkable numbers, scoring 52 goals and providing 32 assists in 115 appearances for Chelsea. Those statistics underline just how influential he has become in a short space of time. His season, however, has not been without difficulty. A groin injury ruled him out for much of the first half…

The 30-year-old has penned a deal that will keep him at the club until May 2026, arriving in Cyprus four months after parting ways with Serbian champions **Red Star Belgrade**. Olayinka brings significant European experience, having featured in Albania, the Czech Republic, and Serbia. Across 364 professional appearances, the Super Eagles striker has registered an impressive 102 goals and 61 assists. He enjoyed his most successful spell at Slavia Prague, where he etched his name into the club’s history books as their highest-scoring foreign player in European competitions. During his time in Prague, he recorded over 50 goals and 26…

Michael Carrick has been named Premier League Manager of the Month for January, a remarkable achievement considering he only returned to Manchester United 13 days into the new year. United’s resurgence under Carrick has been swift and emphatic. After the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, interim arrangements involving Darren Fletcher failed to deliver a win in the opening three matches of January. Momentum was slipping. Then Carrick stepped in and everything changed. He guided United to statement victories over rivals including Manchester City and Arsenal, as well as a professional win against Fulham. The unbeaten run has extended into February, highlighted…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Arsenal’s grip on the Premier League top spot loosened slightly on Thursday as they were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by a resilient Brentford side. The result leaves Mikel Arteta’s men just four points clear of Manchester City, missing a vital opportunity to restore their six-point cushion in an increasingly tense title race. A Quiet Start in West London The match began as a cagey affair, with both sides struggling to find their offensive rhythm. In fact, the opening 45 minutes saw only four total attempts on goal—the second-lowest first-half tally in the league this season.…

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Gusau, has assured Nigerians that more young talents will soon be integrated into the Super Eagles squad under head coach Éric Chelle. Gusau expressed satisfaction with the team’s steady progress since Chelle’s appointment in January 2025, highlighting the squad’s attacking strength and defensive discipline at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. AFCON Positives Despite Missing Title Although the Super Eagles fell short of lifting the trophy, Nigeria finished third and emerged as one of the most impressive sides at the tournament. The team scored 14 goals – eight in the…

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has reportedly emerged as one of the candidates being considered for the vacant managerial position at Olympique de Marseille. The Ligue 1 giants are in the market for a new head coach following the departure of Roberto De Zerbi, who left the club by mutual consent on Tuesday after a turbulent spell in charge. According to journalist Lassana Camara, Chelle is among the names under serious consideration as Marseille begin the process of restructuring their technical crew ahead of the remainder of the season. African Representation on Shortlist Another African coach, Habib Beye, is…

NPFL: Kano Pillars receive N1.3m cash reward after victory over Remo Stars Kano Pillars have been rewarded with a cash incentive following their crucial Nigeria Premier Football League victory over Remo Stars on matchday 25. The Sai Masu Gida secured a hard-fought 1–0 win against the Sky Blue Stars at the iconic Sani Abacha Stadium last Sunday, in what proved to be a major boost in their fight to move away from the relegation zone. Midfielder Luis Dadong emerged as the hero on the day, netting the decisive goal that handed Kano Pillars all three points in front of their…