Real Madrid coach, Jose Mourinho, has revealed that he agreed to become Manchester United manager in 2013 before changing his mind and returning to Chelsea instead.Mourinho said he had accepted the opportunity to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson after leaving Real Madrid, but ultimately chose to follow his heart and return to Stamford Bridge.“When I left
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has debunked rumours it has joined calls for Gianni Infantino to step down as FIFA President.The Nigerian football governing body disclosed its neutral stand in a statement on its X account where it described the news as outright falsehood.Nigeria is a strong supporter of Infantino and previously praised his leadership
Real Madrid have completed the signing of Ivory Coast international Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig.The protracted transfer saga came to an end on Thursday, August 06, 2026, with the official announcement of Diomande’s arrival at Real Madrid by the Spanish La Liga club.Diomande has signed a seven-year contract and will be with the club till
Harry Kane has been awarded the European Golden Shoe for the 2025/26 season after finishing as Europe’s leading league goalscorer.beIN SPORTS reported on Monday, August 03, 2026, that the England captain earned the prestigious individual award following another prolific campaign with Bayern Munich.The European Golden Shoe is presented to the leading goalscorer across Europe’s top
Belgian Pro League side Cercle Brugge have completed the signing of Nigerian winger Tunde Akinsola from Portuguese club AVS Futebol SAD, CSONews24 reports. The 23-year-old has signed a contract running until June 2030, with an option for an additional season. Akinsola, who can play on either wing, is expected to add pace, versatility and attacking
The agent of Senegal international Ismaïla Sarr, Diomansy Kamara, has criticised the treatment of African footballers following the collapse of transfer moves involving Sarr and fellow Senegalese player Lamine Camara. Kamara’s reaction came after Crystal Palace rejected Liverpool’s attempts to sign Sarr, while Monaco pulled out of an agreement that would have taken Camara to
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has assured supporters that the club remains active in the transfer market as the deadline approaches. Arteta said Arsenal would continue to assess opportunities to strengthen the squad if suitable players become available. Following the Gunners’ 1-0 win over Aston Villa on Monday night, Arteta promised the club would be active
Manchester United legend Bryan Robson has revealed that the club made a major transfer mistake by failing to secure the services of England midfielder Declan Rice. Robson said United had the opportunity to pursue Rice before he became one of the Premier League’s leading midfielders but did not act decisively. The former United captain believes
EFCC, ICPC Probe N12bn NFF Intervention Fund Amid Mounting Football Crisis The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have commenced investigations into the utilisation of the N12 billion Federal Government intervention fund released to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to settle outstanding players’ wages,
Kennedy Boboye will take charge of Edo Queens as the Nigerian champions begin their campaign at the 2026 WAFU B Women’s Champions League in Burkina Faso. Boboye will serve as interim coach in the absence of the club’s substantive head coach, Moses Aduku, who is away on national duty with the Falconets ahead of the