Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min has cited “concentration” and “sloppiness” as major factors contributing to the team’s poor form, which has intensified pressure on manager Ange Postecoglou. Spurs have been winless in the Premier League since defeating Southampton on December 15, managing only five points out of a possible 33 in that period. Sunday’s 2-1 loss to Leicester City marked their sixth defeat in seven league matches, further compounding their struggles. Despite growing frustration among fans, the club’s hierarchy reportedly continues to back Postecoglou, recognizing the significant impact injuries have had on the team’s performance. Speaking after the disappointing Leicester…
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Real Madrid are reportedly set to avoid entering the transfer market for a centre-back before the January window closes, thanks to the encouraging progress Eder Militao has made in his injury rehabilitation. Militao suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture in his right knee in early November, following a similar injury to his left knee just 15 months earlier. Despite typical recovery timelines ranging from seven months to over a year, the Brazilian defender is determined to return to action before the end of the season. According to MARCA, the “remarkable” strides Militao has made in under three months have…
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has again refused to rule out the possibility of winger Alejandro Garnacho leaving the club, as the 20-year-old continues to adapt to his role in the team’s evolving setup. Garnacho has been heavily linked with a move to Chelsea in recent weeks. Despite the speculation, Amorim entrusted the Argentine with a starting role in United’s 1-0 victory over Fulham on Sunday. While it wasn’t a standout display from any of United’s forwards, Amorim admitted post-match that he is still experimenting to find Garnacho’s best position within his preferred formation. “He is improving in every…
CAF Announces Host Cities and Stadiums for AFCON 2025 in Morocco Ahead of Monday’s Draw As the draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) approaches this Monday night, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) have revealed the cities that will host matches for the prestigious tournament in Morocco. A total of six cities and nine stadiums have been selected for the competition, which is set to take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. The host cities are Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakech, Fes, and Tangier.
Former Super Eagles captain Joseph Yobo has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s group placement in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) draw, describing it as a stroke of bad luck. The draw placed Nigeria in Group C alongside Tunisia’s Carthage Eagles, who were eliminated in the knockout stages of the last tournament in Ivory Coast. Completing the group are two East African teams: Tanzania and Uganda, the 2016 CAF National Team of the Year. Yobo expressed optimism about Nigeria’s chances but acknowledged the challenges posed by the group. Yobo Confident in Nigeria’s Chances to Win 2025 AFCON in Morocco…
Former England international Karen Carney has ignited discussion by claiming Bruno Fernandes is the only “world-class” player in Manchester United’s current squad, calling it a “shocking” reality. Speaking after United’s narrow 1-0 win over Fulham on Sunday at Craven Cottage, Carney highlighted Fernandes’ crucial role in the team. Lisandro Martinez scored the winning goal, helping United climb to 12th in the Premier League table, but Carney believes Fernandes remains the squad’s standout performer. “Manchester United fans don’t even want to imagine where the club would be without him. He’s possibly the only world-class player in the team, which is shocking…
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has filed a defamation lawsuit against Turkish journalist Tolga Bozduman, who accused him of assault following Galatasaray’s dramatic 3-3 draw with Dynamo Kyiv two weeks ago. The 26-year-old forward, enjoying a stellar season with 16 goals and five assists in 21 appearances, now finds himself under scrutiny off the pitch amid the controversy surrounding the alleged incident. Bozduman claimed that Osimhen became aggressive and punched him while he was attempting to take photos of the striker outside a venue. Further reports alleged that the Napoli loanee offered money to have footage of the incident deleted,…
Former Inter Milan and Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan has been arrested in Belgium as part of an investigation into cocaine trafficking. The 36-year-old was reportedly detained by Belgian police following a series of coordinated raids across the country. According to the Associated Press, authorities conducted 30 searches on Monday morning in Antwerp and areas around Brussels. The raids uncovered 2.7 kilograms of cocaine, luxury items valued at over €500,000, and more than €350,000 in cash. Nainggolan, who played for Roma from 2014 to 2018 after a similar stint at Cagliari, later joined Inter Milan but struggled to secure a consistent…
RC Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior has lavished praise on Chelsea loanee Djordje Petrovic, calling him a “world-class goalkeeper” just hours after Robert Sanchez’s costly mistake in Chelsea’s defeat to Manchester City, as reported by Football London. Petrovic has been turning heads during his loan spell at Strasbourg, with Rosenior’s glowing assessment further fueling speculation about his future at Chelsea. “We have seen huge progress from Petrovic,” Rosenior said. “He is a world-class goalkeeper. We see it every day, and it continues to pay off.” His comments followed Petrovic’s standout performance in Strasbourg’s 2-1 Ligue 1 victory over LOSC Lille. The…
According to Manchester Evening News, Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has been heavily linked with a potential move during the January 2025 transfer window. The 27-year-old has expressed a desire for a “new challenge,” leading to tension with manager Ruben Amorim and his exclusion from the squad for the past ten matches. Saudi Arabia Offer Rejected Among the suitors, a Saudi Arabian club reportedly offered Rashford a lucrative £600,000-per-week contract. However, the England international turned down the offer, as he is said to favor a move to Barcelona. Barcelona Interest Faces Challenges While Barcelona is keen on bolstering their attack…