Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, has included Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez in a four-man shortlist of midfielders he wants at the club. Mourinho has already raided his former team to bring in Marc Cucurella. But the Portuguese coach is looking to bolster his squad further ahead of his second stint at the Bernabeu. Football transfer expert,…
The family of Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has released a statement confirming that his father, Jorge, is dealing with a health issue. Messi broke down in tears after scoring his first goal against Algeria in their 2026 World Cup group game. After the match, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner claimed it was not football-related. The…
Benin U-17 women’s head coach Idah Azonsou insists his side can secure a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup at the expense of Nigeria’s Flamingos. The Young Amazons will battle Nigeria for a place at the annual tournament next month. Azonsou’s side started preparations for the crucial encounter at the Missérété Excellence…
The Nationwide League One, NLO, has issued a final reminder to all clubs regarding registration compliance for the Division Two U-19 Youth League. The league body warned that failure to meet the June 30, 2026 deadline will result in exclusion from season fixtures. The NLO said strict adherence to all directives is required as preparations intensify for…
Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, has commended his team’s performance despite their elimination from the President Federation Cup. The Solid Miners suffered a 4-2 defeat against Ikorodu City in Benin City on Wednesday. The encounter finished 1-1 in regulation time. Mangut admitted that his players created more scoring chances but failed to convert them. “We…
New Real Madrid signing, Marc Cucurella, has said he had “no doubts” about signing for the Spanish giants, following his £52m move from Chelsea. Cucurella revealed he had a phone call with new head coach Jose Mourinho before signing. “When Madrid came I didn’t think about it, it’s a unique opportunity. Playing for Real Madrid…
