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Barcelona’s 125th-anniversary celebrations were meant to be a joyous occasion, but instead, it turned into a nightmare as Las Palmas executed a masterclass to inflict a 2-1 defeat on Hansi Flick’s side. This was Barcelona’s first home loss under the German tactician, leaving the Blaugrana faithful to grapple with the growing cracks in their title…

Atalanta head coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, has credited Super Eagles forward, Ademola Olajade Lookman, for the club’s rise in the past two years, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old joined La Dea from RB Leipzig in 2022, after struggling to stamp his foot anywhere really. However, the partnership of both parties has forged success for all involved.…

Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has opened up about his surprise and pride after winning the prestigious Ballon d’Or, Soccernet.football reports. Rodri’s incredible achievement makes him the first holding midfielder to claim the prestigious honour since Lothar Matthäus in 1990. The award was widely expected to go to Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior, who…

Bamidele Isa Yusuf stole the show inside the Caizcoin Arena as Vojvodina strolled to an excellent 4-0 victory over Novi Pazar in their Serbian Super Liga clash on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. In a stunning man-of-the-match display, Yusuf netted all four goals for the visitors as they secured their sixth win in the 17-week-old league campaign.…

Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma is reportedly discontent with his role under manager Luis Enrique, fueling speculation of a potential return to Serie A next summer, Soccernet.football reports. The Italian shot-stopper, once considered PSG’s undisputed No. 1, has seen his position challenged recently. According to L’Équipe (via Calciomercato), Donnarumma was left on the bench for…

Bayer 04 Leverkusen head coach, Xabi Alonso, has revealed he’ll take proper action on Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface, after the forward was caught recklessly driving in Germany, Soccernet.ng reports. The 23-year-old has continued his decent form from last season, scoring eight goals in fifteen games this campaign, before picking up a thigh injury with…

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has lavished praise on Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson as the Villans prepare for a tough Premier League encounter at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, Soccernet.football reports. Emery, renowned for his managerial expertise across Europe, led Villa to a remarkable fourth-place finish last season, securing Champions League qualification. Ahead of their visit…

David Okereke is aiming to inspire Gaziantep FK to an upset victory over high-flying Fenerbahçe when the two sides clash in a Turkish Super Lig encounter on Monday evening, Soccernet.ng reports. Fenerbahçe, managed by veteran coach José Mourinho, have been in blistering form this season, suffering only one league defeat in 2024 — a 3-1…

The Super Falcons’ preparations for their highly anticipated friendly against France in Angers have taken a hit as the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) confirmed the absence of defender Tosin Demehin, Soccernet.ng reports. The Galatasaray Women centre-back, who is a key figure in Nigeria’s defence, was initially included in the squad to face the 2019 Women’s…

Former Manchester United forward, Ruud van Nistelrooy, has been appointed as Leicester City’s new manager, taking over from Steve Cooper, who was sacked after just 12 Premier League games in charge, Soccernet.ng reports. The Dutchman arrives at the King Power Stadium on a two-and-a-half-year deal, tasked with steering the Foxes away from the relegation zone,…

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has risen from the depths of doubt to the heights of global recognition having been nominated as one of the best defenders in the FIFA Award, Soccernet.ng reports. The defender, who in November 2023 contemplated international retirement after being overlooked by then-coach José Peseiro, has since solidified his place as…

Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu has broken his silence following his nomination for the prestigious FIFA Puskás Award, recognising the best goal of the year, Soccernet.ng reports. The towering striker earned his place among the world’s elite thanks to a breathtaking acrobatic backheel finish during Trabzonspor’s match against Konyaspor last season. The goal, scored in…

Nigeria-eligible striker Chido Obi-Martin is set to sign a new five-year contract at English Premier League club Manchester United, Soccernet.ng reports. At just 17 years of age, Obi-Martin has risen to global recognition at Arsenal. The world first took notice when he scored ten goals in an Arsenal under-16s’ 14-3 win over Liverpool last year.…

Rangers head coach, Philippe Clement, has revealed the place of Super Eagles striker, Cyriel Kolawole Dessers is under threat, following his side’s 4-1 win over OGC Nice, Soccernet.ng reports. The Gers took another positive step towards qualification for the next round of the Europa League with a brilliant display against Nice at the Allianz Arena,…

Paul Onuachu has been nominated for the prestigious FIFA Puskás Award, celebrating the most aesthetically pleasing goal of the year, Soccernet.ng reports. The Southampton star enters the history books as the first Nigerian player to be shortlisted for the FIFA Best Goal Award instituted in 2009.  His breathtaking flying backheel for Trabzonspor in the Turkish…

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has emphasized that his team’s recent strong form holds little significance as they prepare for their highly anticipated Der Klassiker clash with Borussia Dortmund, Soccernet.football reports. The Bavarians lead the way in the Bundesliga, boasting a six-point gap at the top of the table after their 3-0 victory over…

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has rued Galatasaray’s disappointing 1-1 draw against AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League on Thursday, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen led the line for Galatasaray when they played Dutch side AZ Alkmaar at the AFAS Stadion on Thursday. The game was expected to be a tough one for the Turkish champions, and…

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has cautioned that defending champions Manchester City are still a very good side despite their recent struggles as the Reds prepare to host the Cityzens on Sunday, Soccernet.football reports. City have hit a rough patch, failing to secure a victory in their last three domestic matches. Their struggles have also extended…

Former Manchester United and England center back, Rio Ferdinand, has named former Super Eagles captain, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha, as one of the best-ever footballer, as regarding skills, Soccernet.ng reports. Okocha, during his playing days with Bolton and Hull City in the English Premier League, constantly left fans and even his opponents in awe with his…

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has offered a strong indication of where Diogo Dalot fits into his tactical plans, suggesting the Portuguese full-back is best suited to a right wing-back role, Soccernet.football reports. Amorim, who has overseen a promising start to life at Old Trafford, has quickly implemented his vision. United began their Premier League…