John Obi Mikel, the Nigerian international and Chelsea midfielder, faced a backlash on Twitter after making a mistake that led to Juventus equalizing against Chelsea in the Champions League. The criticism escalated to racist insults, prompting Mikel to close his Twitter account. Chelsea, reacting strongly to the racist tweets, issued a statement indicating their awareness […]
Despite AC Milan’s recent struggles, Ghanaian midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng remains optimistic about the team’s future. Following a disappointing 0-0 draw against Anderlecht in the Champions League, Boateng faced criticism and whistles from fans when he was substituted. Speaking about the atmosphere after the match, Boateng mentioned, “In the locker room, everything was calm.” He acknowledged […]
While several African football stars have already showcased their skills in the Champions League, many others who play significant roles for their European clubs will have to wait until the second day of the Europa League to make an impact. Unfortunately, quite a few will be absent due to injuries. Tottenham and Newcastle, in particular, […]
Guinea secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Niger in the first leg of the final round of the African Cup of Nations qualifiers. The closely contested match, played at the September 28 Stadium in Conakry, ended with a single goal, giving the national Sily hope as they look ahead to the return leg in Niamey. […]
Togolese international Arafat Djako has secured a new professional base after his team, Anzhi Makhachkala, failed to qualify for league and European competitions. Despite the financial aspect, Djako sought more than just a salary in Dagestan. Consequently, he has inked a two-year deal with Azerbaijani club Inter Baku, as confirmed by his agent Balikou Nibombé. […]
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) faced criticism after posting a paid internship offer for 436 euros per month. The Save the Rich collective expressed outrage, highlighting the vast difference between the internship stipend and the salaries of star players like Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who earns 750,000 euros per month. PSG defended the offer, stating that the internship was […]
Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt expresses his bewilderment over Rio Ferdinand’s absence from the England national team. The Olympic champion in the 100 meters, 200 meters, and 400 x 100 meters believes that, following the retirement of captain John Terry, the Manchester United defender should be recalled: “Now that Terry has retired, the boss would be […]
Hoffenheim midfielder Boris Vukcevic has sustained severe head injuries in a tragic car accident that occurred on Friday, involving a collision between his car and a truck. The 22-year-old German player was airlifted to the hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery and has since been placed in an induced coma. The club released a statement […]
Despite facing a challenging encounter against the host country Argentina in the round of 16 of the U20 World Cup, Nigerian coach Ladan Bosso has expressed unwavering determination, declaring that his team will strive to reach the final. “We have to fight for the trophy. I believe it’s still within our reach. Every team has […]
Serhou Guirassy is set to continue his footballing career in Germany. After being loaned to Stuttgart from Stade Rennais this season, the Guinean striker has impressed the Bundesliga club, leading to a permanent transfer. Stuttgart’s leadership confirmed on Tuesday their decision to exercise the purchase option for the 27-year-old player, securing his services for a […]
