Why Victor Osimhen was substituted before Nigeria penalty shootout defeat to Morocco:Victor Osimhen was substituted due to an ankle injury before Nigeria's penalty shootout loss to Morocco (4-2) in the Afcon semi-final. Morocco advances to their first final since 2004, while Nigeria will face Egypt for third place.
Man Utd: Neville names four ‘standout’ Carrick replacements as next manager must tick six boxes:Gary Neville has identified Thomas Tuchel, Carlo Ancelotti, Mauricio Pochettino, and Eddie Howe as potential replacements for interim Manchester United manager Michael Carrick, emphasizing the need for experience and credibility.
Juventus push for Chiesa but Liverpool set high asking price:Juventus are negotiating with Liverpool to re-sign Federico Chiesa, but Liverpool insist on a €20m permanent transfer. Juventus prefer a loan with an option to buy, but talks continue as Chiesa is open to returning.
💶 Barça land financial blow on Madrid in the Champions League, PSG on top 📊:UEFA distributed a record €2.47B in 2024-25 Champions League payouts, up 19%. Barcelona led Spanish clubs with €116.6M, while PSG earned €144.4M after winning the title. Seven clubs surpassed €100M in earnings.
The embarrassing difference between Real Madrid and their last executioner:Second-division Albacete pulled off a historic upset, defeating Real Madrid 3-2 in the Copa del Rey last-16. Jefte Betancor's last-second winner sealed the victory despite Real's late equalizer. Madrid's $1.56B squad fell to Albacete's $16.9M team in a stunning underdog triumph.
“One day he’ll be worth €80 million”: How Cesc Fabregas is looking to elevate Como’s exciting Spanish winger:Como's 20-year-old winger Jesus Rodriguez, praised by Cesc Fabregas as a future €80M talent, shines with creativity (6 assists in 16 games) but lacks Serie A goals. His dribbling and progressive stats draw comparisons to Kudus and Gordon.
FC Barcelona – Manchester United: it's over for Marcus Rashford:Marcus Rashford's future at Manchester United is confirmed to be over, despite his successful loan spell at Barcelona. Interim manager Michael Carrick's arrival briefly raised hopes, but Danny Murphy stated Rashford's time at United is done. The 28-year-old has regained form in Catalonia, winning a trophy under Hansi Flick.
Rasmus Hojlund: Man United loanee edges Lukaku on Napoli stats:Rasmus Hojlund, on loan from Man Utd, has scored 9 goals and 2 assists in 23 games for Napoli, outperforming injured Romelu Lukaku in key stats. The Dane's form could secure a permanent move, with Napoli reportedly unfazed by Lukaku's absence.
Best January transfers as Liverpool strike gold and Man Utd land club's heartbeat:Gary Cahill, Philippe Coutinho, Papiss Cisse, Robert Huth, and Virgil van Dijk are highlighted as transformative January signings in Premier League history, each making significant impacts on their respective clubs.
Transfer U-turn: Carrick and Wilcox pinpoint winter target:Manchester United, under interim boss Michael Carrick, are reportedly seeking a left-winger on loan this January after shifting tactics to a 4-2-3-1 formation, despite earlier claims of no winter transfers.
Bruno Fernandes: Bayern Munich working on signing Man United talisman:Bayern Munich are preparing a €100m offer for Bruno Fernandes, who is keen to leave Manchester United. The Portuguese midfielder believes the club has 'lost its way' and sees Bayern as a better option for winning trophies.
Manchester United owner Jim Ratcliffe reduces the asking price to sell Nice:Jim Ratcliffe has lowered OGC Nice's asking price from €200m due to lack of serious buyers. INEOS struggles to sell the club amid French football's broadcasting rights crisis.
Pique reactivates his eternal feud with Arbeloa after Madrid's cataclysm: "Good debut, 3-2":Gerard Pique taunted Alvaro Arbeloa on Twitch after Real Madrid's 3-2 defeat to Albacete in Arbeloa's coaching debut, reigniting their long-standing rivalry from their Clasico days.
Viktor Gyokeres' behind-scenes behaviour says a lot as he responds to brutal Gary Neville remark:Viktor Gyokeres scored a crucial goal in Arsenal's 3-2 Carabao Cup semi-final win over Chelsea, responding to Gary Neville's criticism. Ben White and Martin Zubimendi also netted as the Gunners secured a narrow first-leg advantage.
⚠️ Klopp open to managing Real Madrid, according to Sky Sport:Jurgen Klopp is reportedly considering a return to coaching if Real Madrid makes an offer in 2026. The German coach, currently with Red Bull, has long admired the Spanish club.
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