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A striking mural of former Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has been completed near Anfield just weeks after his tragic death in a car crash. Painted on the side of a house on Sybil Road, the “Forever 20” artwork created by street art collective MurWalls features Jota in his iconic red Liverpool kit with his back turned, forming a heart with his hands. His No. 20 shirt stands out against a black background now filled with heartfelt messages from fans. The mural has drawn large crowds, with supporters lining up to write personal tributes using brightly colored markers. MurWalls artist Mark…

David De Gea is expected to receive a rousing welcome from Manchester United fans as he returns to Old Trafford this weekend for the first time since leaving the club in 2023. The Spanish goalkeeper, now with Italian side Fiorentina, will face his former team during United’s final pre-season fixture ahead of the 2025–26 campaign. Manchester United confirmed De Gea’s return through an update on their official website on Tuesday, sparking excitement and emotion among supporters who remember the goalkeeper as one of the club’s most loyal servants in recent history. De Gea spent 12 seasons at Manchester United after…

Nigeria’s head coach Eric Chelle has admitted that his team fell short in their opening Group D clash against Senegal at the African Nations Championship in Zanzibar. Chelle acknowledged that the defending champions were the better side throughout the match, which ended 1-0 in favour of Senegal. “Senegal deserved the win. We only came alive for about twenty minutes in the second half. In the first half, I couldn’t even recognize my team. Senegal brought more energy, more desire, and more intensity,” he said after the match. Nigeria struggled to make an impact in the final third, and despite creating…

Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles began their African Nations Championship (CHAN) campaign on a disappointing note, suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to defending champions Senegal in Zanzibar on Tuesday. The breakthrough came late in the second half after a rare defensive lapse saw goalkeeper Lawal Mustapha drawn off his line. The Teranga Lions seized the moment, converting their only real opportunity of the game with just 15 minutes left on the clock. It was a tightly contested battle at the Amaan Stadium, with both sides matching each other for intensity and physicality. Nigeria dominated possession for long spells and pushed forward…

As the countdown to the 2025/26 Premier League campaign winds down, anticipation is rising. Once again, we’ve handpicked eight players we can’t wait to watch this season, names that promise drama, flair, and maybe even a few surprises. Last year’s list had its hits and misses. Jurriën Timber and Adam Wharton impressed, while Christopher Nkunku battled injuries and Leif Davis saw relegation. This time, we’re back with a fresh lineup, focusing less on the usual suspects like Erling Haaland or Bukayo Saka, and more on intriguing talents you might not expect. So, settle in. Here are eight players we’re watching…

After the Super Falcons’ WAFCON triumph, attention turns to the CHAN Eagles. Nigeria’s home-based squad open their campaign against defending champions Senegal — a stern Group B opener that could define their tournament. System SetupNigeria, under Franco-Malian coach Eric Chelle, have drilled primarily in a 4-2-3-1, with fluid switches to 4-3-3 or 4-4-2 depending on the tempo. The tactical idea is clear: build from a compact double pivot, control transitions, and press high from the front. Defensive StructureBack four likely includes Steven Mayo and Leonard Ngenge at center-back, with Sodiq Ismaila and Junior Nduka offering overlapping width. Expect a mid-to-high…

João Palhinha could be on his way back to the Premier League with Tottenham Hotspur reportedly closing in on a season-long loan deal for the Bayern Munich midfielder. But while his ball-winning credentials are beyond doubt questions remain over whether his passing game fits Thomas Frank’s plans. It was a historic North London Derby in Hong Kong on Thursday the first ever played outside the UK and Spurs edged Arsenal 1 to 0 in a hard-fought friendly. While only a preseason fixture the match had added subplots not least Frank’s first derby win as Tottenham boss. There was also an…

D’Tigress Make History with Fifth Straight AfroBasket Title Nigeria’s D’Tigress have made African basketball history after clinching their fifth consecutive AfroBasket Women’s title. No other country on the continent has ever achieved that. In Sunday’s final in Kigali, the Nigerian ladies defeated Mali 78 to 64 to win their seventh AfroBasket trophy overall. The victory also extended D’Tigress’ unbeaten run in the competition to 29 games. They haven’t lost a single match at the AfroBasket since 2015. Just like their earlier games in the tournament, the team got off to a slow start. But they quickly found their rhythm, matching…

French prosecutors have requested that Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi stand trial over allegations of rape dating back to 2023. The Moroccan international, who denies the accusation, could be heading to a criminal court if the investigating judge approves the move. The Nanterre prosecutor’s office confirmed on Friday that it had asked the judge in charge to refer the case to trial. “It is now up to the investigating magistrate to make a decision within the framework of his order,” the statement read. Hakimi, 26, recently played a crucial role in PSG’s historic UEFA Champions League triumph, scoring the opening…

Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min has officially announced that he will leave the club this summer, bringing to an end a remarkable ten-year journey that transformed him from a promising Bundesliga winger into one of the Premier League’s most adored and consistent stars. In a heartfelt press conference held in Seoul, South Korea, where Tottenham are currently on their pre-season tour, the 33-year-old stood before a crowd of journalists and supporters with tears in his eyes as he broke the news many had feared but expected. The announcement marks the end of an era not just for Spurs but for…