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By Olukayode Olumuyiwa In a weekend packed with drama, goals, and giant-killing exploits, the FA Cup third round for the 2025-26 season delivered its signature magic as several Premier League heavyweights crashed out in spectacular fashion. Defending champions Crystal Palace suffered the most humiliating exit, falling to sixth-tier Macclesfield in what experts are calling the greatest upset in the competition’s 155-year history. With a record-breaking 124 goals scored across the 32 ties, this round has reaffirmed why the FA Cup remains football’s most unpredictable tournament. The headline story unfolded at Moss Rose, where Crystal Palace, fresh off their triumphant 2025…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Barcelona have retained the Spanish Super Cup in dramatic fashion, defeating arch-rivals Real Madrid 3-2 at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium. A clinical brace from Raphinha proved to be the difference in an end-to-end encounter that extended Barcelona’s remarkable winning streak to 10 matches across all competitions. The victory marks the first time the Catalans have successfully defended the trophy since 2011, and it maintains a staggering offensive record: Hansi Flick’s side has now scored two or more goals in every single game of their current winning run. A Frenetic First Half The match, played in…

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has played down talks about breaking Rashidi Yekini’s long-standing goals record, insisting his priority is collective success with the national team rather than personal milestones. Osimhen closed in on Yekini’s historic mark after finding the net in Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations at the Grand Stade de Marrakech on Saturday. The strike took his tally for Nigeria to 35 goals, leaving him just two shy of the record. Yekini, a former African Footballer of the Year, scored 37 goals during his illustrious career with the…

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has sent an appreciative message to Nigeria’s fans across the world following the team’s 2-0 victory over Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Osimhen was on target during the encounter, while Akor Adams also found the net, as Nigeria secured qualification for the semi-finals. The win confirmed the Super Eagles’ place among the last four teams still competing for continental glory. In a video shared on X shortly after the final whistle, the Napoli-born forward thanked supporters for their unwavering backing and acknowledged the tough challenge posed by the Algerians.…

The semi-final fixtures for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have been officially confirmed following the conclusion of all quarter-final encounters on Saturday night. Egypt became the final team to secure a place in the last four after edging defending champions Ivory Coast 3-2 in a dramatic and eventful contest. The victory capped an intense round of quarter-final matches that set the stage for two blockbuster semi-final showdowns. The Pharoahs made a blistering start to their quarter-final, surging into a two-goal advantage through strikes from Omar Marmoush and Ramy Rabia. Ivory Coast responded before the interval when an unfortunate own…

Tempers flared at the end of Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, as members of the Algerian team and officials angrily confronted match referee Isaa Sy. The situation escalated immediately after the final whistle, with several Algerian players surrounding the official on the pitch to protest his decisions during the encounter. Security personnel were forced to intervene, eventually escorting Sy off the field and into the dressing room amid concerns for his safety, following disturbances involving some supporters and stadium security. Reports indicate that the confrontation did not end on the…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. The host nation Morocco advanced to the semifinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a commanding 2-0 victory over Cameroon in their quarterfinal clash on Friday at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Brahim Díaz opened the scoring in the 26th minute, netting his fifth goal in as many games at the tournament. The Real Madrid forward got on the end of a header from Ayoub El Kaabi following a corner kick, deflecting the ball into the net from close range. This remarkable scoring streak marks a historic feat for Díaz, becoming the first Moroccan player…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Crystal Palace Football Club has taken a major step forward in its long-awaited redevelopment of Selhurst Park, announcing the completion of the purchase of all six houses on Wooderson Close. This breakthrough clears a significant obstacle that has delayed the ambitious £200million+ project for years, paving the way for demolition and the start of construction. The club confirmed the news on January 9, stating: “We are pleased to confirm we have completed the purchase of all six houses located in Wooderson Close. With this purchase completed, and all residents rehoused, these properties can now be readied for…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has played down any suggestion of revenge as Nigeria prepare to face Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, insisting his attention is firmly on preparation and performance. Nigeria and Algeria, two of Africa’s traditional heavyweights, will battle on Saturday at the Stade de Marrakech, Ouahat Sidi Ibrahim, with a semi-final ticket at stake. Speaking ahead of the encounter, Chelle made it clear that emotions from the past will not influence his approach, stressing that discipline, unity and tactical clarity will be decisive. “It is very important for me to…

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has responded to concerns over his side’s defensive record as the Super Eagles prepare for their AFCON 2025 quarter-final encounter with Algeria on Saturday. The three-time African champions have impressed going forward at the tournament, registering 12 goals in four matches to emerge as one of the most entertaining teams in the competition. Despite their attacking brilliance, questions have been raised about Nigeria’s vulnerability at the back after conceding four goals so far, with Tunisia scoring twice, while Tanzania and Uganda each found the net once. Addressing the issue in a press conference, Chelle dismissed…