The latest Ballon d’Or power rankings have been revealed following the conclusion of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. According to TNT Sports, Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal leads the list — despite not featuring in the tournament, as La Liga’s representatives were Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. Paris Saint-Germain’s Vitinha takes the second spot after an impressive campaign, while Cole Palmer, who netted a hat-trick in the final to help Chelsea lift the trophy, claims third. The top five is rounded out by fellow PSG stars Ousmane Dembélé and Raphinha, both of whom played pivotal roles throughout the competition.…
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New Manchester City signing Sverre Nypan has opened up following his official unveiling on Thursday, explaining why he chose the Premier League champions despite interest from several other clubs, including Arsenal. The highly rated Norwegian midfielder admitted that the opportunity to work under Pep Guardiola was a major factor in his decision. “I’m still very young and have a lot to learn, but the chance to be coached by Pep Guardiola — the best manager in the world — is something I couldn’t turn down,” Nypan said. The 18-year-old was on the radar of multiple English clubs after impressing at…
Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly pushing the club to sign Luis Díaz from Liverpool during the ongoing summer transfer window. According to Sport, Ronaldo wants the Colombian winger to join him in Saudi Arabia and provide attacking support, particularly with assists. Díaz has been linked with a move away from Anfield, with Barcelona and Bayern Munich previously showing interest. The 27-year-old is said to be open to leaving the Premier League champions if the right offer comes in. Al-Nassr are looking to strengthen their squad under new manager Jorge Jesus, who recently took over from Stefano Pioli. Jesus, who…
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has expressed his determination to feature at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, admitting it could be his final opportunity to play on football’s biggest stage. Nigeria has not qualified for the tournament since 2018. In 2022, the three-time African champions fell short after a painful play-off defeat to rivals Ghana. Now, with just four matches remaining in the qualifiers, the Super Eagles sit fourth in Group C—six points behind group leaders South Africa—making qualification a daunting task. Speaking candidly, the Nottingham Forest full-back said: “I got shenked in 2018. That manager (Gernot Rohr) shenked me—I…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is prepared to sanction the exit of at least six players as he looks to reshape his squad for the upcoming campaign. Among those reportedly on the chopping block are first-team regulars John Stones and Ilkay Gundogan. According to The Athletic, 31-year-old Stones is available for transfer, while Gundogan—who only returned to the Etihad last year from Barcelona—could also be heading for the exit. Despite being active in both the winter and summer transfer windows following a disappointing league campaign behind Liverpool and Arsenal, Guardiola is keen to streamline his squad and work with a…
Turkish football pundit Uğur Karakullukçu has revealed explosive details about the tense negotiations between Galatasaray and Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis over a potential permanent move for Victor Osimhen. Osimhen, 26, enjoyed a stellar campaign on loan at Galatasaray last season, scoring 37 goals and registering eight assists in 41 appearances across all competitions, helping the club secure a domestic double. Despite his impact, talks between Galatasaray and Napoli over a permanent transfer have stalled. According to Karakullukçu, things took a dramatic turn during discussions in Italy. “While Galatasaray’s management was in Italy for talks, Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis…
Inter Milan have identified Nigeria international Ademola Lookman as a key summer transfer target, according to Corriere dello Sport. The Atalanta forward has also drawn interest from Juventus, Arsenal, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid. He returned to pre-season training with Atalanta on Tuesday. Reports suggest Atalanta are open to selling the 26-year-old this summer but are demanding a fee in the region of €50 million. Inter are prepared to offer €35 million for his services. Lookman is being considered as a possible replacement for Mehdi Taremi, who is attracting interest from Fulham and Besiktas. Last season, Lookman scored 15 goals and…
Arsenal are closing in on the signing of highly-rated defender Jorlan Mosquera, with the player currently undergoing his medical ahead of a summer move. According to reports, the Gunners have reached an agreement with Mosquera’s current club, finalizing terms for the transfer as they continue to strengthen their defensive options. The deal is expected to include performance-related add-ons, with Mosquera set to join the club’s pre-season preparations once the move is officially confirmed. The Colombian talent is seen as a long-term investment by Mikel Arteta’s side, as Arsenal build for both immediate success and future stability.
FIFA could find itself in breach of the International Football Association Board’s (IFAB) regulations following an extended half-time show during the 2025 Club World Cup final, where Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3-0. In an effort to elevate the spectacle of the final, FIFA packed the event with entertainment, including a pre-match performance by Robbie Williams, player-by-player entrances, and an introduction by iconic boxing announcer Michael Buffer. However, it was the addition of a lavish half-time show — reminiscent of the Super Bowl — that may have crossed a regulatory line. Half-Time Show Exceeds Permitted Duration The star-studded performance featured global…
The quarter-final lineup for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) has been officially confirmed following the conclusion of the group stage matches in Morocco. This year’s tournament, hosted across cities like Rabat, Casablanca, and Marrakesh, has seen some thrilling encounters and standout performances, with eight teams now set to battle for a spot in the semi-finals — and, importantly, qualification for the 2025 FIFA Women’s World Cup playoffs. Here are the confirmed WAFCON 2024 quarter-final fixtures: Key Notes: