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With the Premier League season entering its decisive phase, the battle for the title between Arsenal and Manchester City is heating up. The Gunners currently sit seven points clear at the top of the table, although City still have a game in hand that could reduce the gap to four points. The big question now is which side faces the more manageable run of fixtures as the campaign approaches its conclusion. Arsenal are aiming to end a long wait for the league crown, having last won the title in the 2003–04 season. With only eight matches remaining, Mikel Arteta’s team…

The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo Football Federation (FECOFA), Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, has been sentenced to life in prison after a court found him guilty of several financial crimes linked to the administration of football in the country. The judgement followed an extensive investigation that lasted about eight months, during which authorities examined allegations of corruption and financial mismanagement within the nation’s football governing body. During the trial, the court determined that Mayolas was responsible for a number of offences, including money laundering, embezzlement of federation funds, document forgery, and the use of falsified records to facilitate financial…

Victor Osimhen has expressed confidence that Galatasaray S.K. can trouble Liverpool F.C. once more when both sides meet in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League tie at Anfield. The Turkish champions claimed a slim 1–0 victory in the first leg played at RAMS Park, putting them in a favourable position ahead of the decisive encounter in England. Osimhen played an influential role in the match and was also at the centre of an emotional moment before kick-off. Supporters of Galatasaray unveiled a special banner in memory of the striker’s late mother, a gesture that visibly moved the Nigerian…

Former Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel has criticised Arsenal F.C. over their approach to games this season, claiming the North London club is “cheating” its way towards the Premier League title. The former Chelsea F.C. star made the remarks while reacting to Arsenal’s impressive form at the top of the table. According to him, he would struggle to acknowledge the Gunners as worthy champions because of what he described as the “illegal” manner in which they secure some of their victories. Mikel’s criticism was particularly directed at Arsenal’s effectiveness from set-pieces, which has become one of the team’s most…

Iraq’s national team coach, Graham Arnold, has appealed to FIFA to delay the country’s upcoming FIFA World Cup play-off fixture due to the current security situation in the region. The decisive match is scheduled for March 31 in Monterrey, where Iraq are expected to face either Bolivia or Suriname. Arnold explained that rising tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran have created serious travel challenges for the Iraqi squad. According to the coach, the situation has been further complicated by Iraq’s decision to shut its airspace since late February, making it difficult for several players and officials to travel…

Nigeria international, Ademola Lookman, will aim to maintain his fine form for Atlético Madrid when they face Tottenham Hotspur in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. The first leg of the encounter will be played on Tuesday night at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid. Lookman, who linked up with the Spanish club during the January transfer window under manager Diego Simeone, has already begun to make his presence felt in the team. The winger played a key role in Atlético’s playoff clash with Club Brugge, scoring in the entertaining 3–3 first-leg draw. He also contributed an assist in…

Chelsea F.C. have confirmed that young defender Landon Emenalo, son of former Nigeria international Michael Emenalo, has committed his future to the club after signing a new long-term deal. The announcement was made through a statement published on Chelsea’s official website. The 18-year-old full-back, who qualifies to represent the United States, Nigeria or England at senior international level, will remain with the Premier League side until at least the end of the 2030/2031 campaign under the terms of the new agreement. Landon is the son of former Super Eagles defender Michael Emenalo, who featured prominently for Nigeria and was part…

Pep Guardiola, manager of Manchester City, has been handed a two-match touchline ban after receiving a yellow card during Saturday’s FA Cup clash against Newcastle United. The caution means Guardiola has now accumulated six bookings this season, triggering an automatic suspension. The incident occurred after the Spaniard confronted the fourth official, Lewis Smith, following a foul by Kieran Trippier on City winger Jeremy Doku. Guardiola also appeared to respond with sarcastic applause after Omar Marmoush scored to put Newcastle 3–1 ahead at St James’ Park. As a result of the suspension, Guardiola will be absent from the dugout when City…

Liam Rosenior has singled out João Pedro as the one player in the Chelsea FC squad he would not exchange for any other striker. The Blues boss made the remark while speaking after his side’s victory over Wrexham AFC in the FA Cup on Saturday, where Pedro delivered a decisive performance. Rosenior praised the Brazilian forward’s impact since his arrival, insisting the attacker has already proven himself among the elite strikers in world football. He even suggested Pedro now belongs in the same conversation as top forwards like Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé and Harry Kane. When asked if he would…