Liverpool are reportedly considering Borussia Dortmund centre-back Nico Schlotterbeck as a potential summer target amid ongoing uncertainty over Virgil van Dijk’s future. Van Dijk’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and he recently stated that anyone claiming to know his future plans is “lying,” adding that he has no idea whether he will remain at the club next year. This was followed by reports suggesting a significant contract offer from Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, which Van Dijk is reportedly contemplating. With the possibility of losing Van Dijk this summer, Liverpool have started exploring…
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The full line-up for the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals has been confirmed following the conclusion of the Round of 16 ties on Wednesday night. Aston Villa will face Paris Saint-Germain in the opening quarter-final clash. Unai Emery’s side took full advantage of their numerical superiority to secure a dominant 3-0 victory over Club Brugge, with Marco Asensio netting twice and Ian Maatsen also getting on the scoresheet. PSG progressed to the quarter-finals after a dramatic 4-1 win in a penalty shootout against Liverpool, with the aggregate score level at 1-1. In the second quarter-final, Inter Milan will take on Bayern…
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has expressed disbelief over the VAR decision that played a pivotal role in his team’s Champions League elimination on Wednesday night. Julian Alvarez’s penalty was disallowed by VAR during the shootout against Real Madrid, a crucial moment that shifted the momentum in favor of the Spanish giants, who went on to win 4-2. Alvarez took the fourth penalty for Atletico Madrid, following successful kicks from Kylian Mbappe, Alexander Sorloth, and Jude Bellingham. Although he appeared to slip before striking the ball, he managed to find the top corner of the net. However, the shootout was…
Victor Osimhen has emphasized the Super Eagles’ strong determination to secure a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Under coach Eric Chelle, the team is yet to register a win in the qualifying campaign, having earned three draws and one defeat from their first four matches. As a result, Nigeria currently sits in fifth place in Group C with three points. With crucial games against Rwanda and Zimbabwe ahead, the Super Eagles must win both to revive their qualification hopes. “It’s a dream for every footballer to play at the World Cup, and given our position in the group,…
Ronaldo de Lima has officially withdrawn his candidacy for the presidency of the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF). The Brazilian football legend, who netted 62 goals for his country and helped them reach three consecutive World Cup finals between 1994 and 2002—winning twice—had planned to challenge incumbent Ednaldo Rodrigues in the 2026 election. However, less than three months after announcing his candidacy, the 48-year-old has decided to step down from the race. In a statement posted on his social media accounts, Ronaldo explained that 23 of the 27 federations that make up the CBF showed no interest in hearing his presidential…
Four teams have secured their places in the quarter-finals of this season’s UEFA Champions League: Barcelona, Inter Milan, Bayern Munich, and Liverpool. In the early match, Barcelona triumphed 3-1 over Benfica at Camp Nou, completing a 4-1 aggregate victory after their 1-0 win in Portugal with 10 men. At home, they dominated the Portuguese side, with Raphinha scoring twice. Bayern Munich also advanced, defeating Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 to seal a 5-0 aggregate win. Inter Milan progressed with a 2-1 victory on the night, finishing 4-1 on aggregate against Feyenoord. Paris Saint-Germain took their tie against Liverpool to extra time after…
Mikel Arteta has admitted that he didn’t feel Raheem Sterling was the right player to make an impact during Arsenal’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United on Sunday. The result at Old Trafford effectively ended the Gunners’ slim Premier League title hopes, as more dropped points left them trailing Liverpool by 15 points. Bruno Fernandes’ first-half free-kick gave United the lead, and although Declan Rice equalized for Arsenal in the second half, they couldn’t find a winner despite applying pressure. Arteta was still without several key players for the trip to Manchester, though he was able to call upon Gabriel Martinelli,…
Manchester United have unveiled plans to construct a new 100,000-capacity stadium near their current Old Trafford ground. Designed by architects Foster and Partners, the new stadium will feature an innovative umbrella design and a public plaza that is set to be “twice the size of Trafalgar Square.” The project aligns with the Government’s growth and regeneration initiatives for the local area. United estimates the project could add £7.3bn to the UK’s economy, create nearly 100,000 jobs, and attract an additional 1.8 million visitors annually. The cost of construction is expected to be around £2bn, a hefty sum, especially considering the…
A loophole in Chelsea’s loan agreement for Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho could allow him to return to Old Trafford at the end of the season, according to reports. Sancho joined Chelsea last summer on a deal that included an obligation for the Blues to make the transfer permanent for a fee between £20m and £25m, with the exact amount depending on their final league position. This obligation is only triggered if Chelsea finish above 14th in the Premier League, which, while not guaranteed, appears likely given the current state of the season. However, the Daily Mail reports that there…
Tiger Woods, the American professional golfer, has suffered a new injury setback. The 49-year-old is now facing another extended break from the PGA Tour and is uncertain for the upcoming major season after rupturing his Achilles tendon. In a tweet on X this Tuesday, the former world No. 1 shared: “As I began to ramp up my training and practice at home, I felt a sharp pain in my left Achilles, which was diagnosed as a rupture. “This morning, Dr. Charlton Stucken from the Hospital for Special Surgery in West Palm Beach, Florida, performed a minimally invasive procedure to repair…