World Cup 2026: ‘We’ll need a Michael Olise at that level’ – Deschamps lays down challenge
Michael Olise delivered the perfect response ahead of the World Cup, but France coach Didier Deschamps has already challenged the...
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Transfer battle brewing as Premier League clubs and Dortmund chase Ismaelo Ganiou
Premier League clubs and Borussia Dortmund are closely monitoring the progress of French-Ghanaian defender Ismaëlo Ganiou after the 21-year-old enjoyed...
World Cup 2026: England defender Djed Spence to play with protective mask
England defender Djed Spence will head into the World Cup carrying a visible reminder of a recent setback, after confirming...
William Osula: I hope I can become important for Denmark
William Osula’s rise over the past year has gathered remarkable momentum, and the Newcastle United forward is now setting his...
World Cup 2026: Noussair Mazraoui to resume training as Abde Ezzalzouli faces 48-hour test
Morocco’s final stretch of World Cup preparation has been disrupted by fresh fitness concerns, even as early indications suggest a...
Bruno Langa draws QPR interest after Portugal revival
Queens Park Rangers are weighing up a move for Mozambique international Bruno Langa as the Championship side continue their search...
Divock Origi announces retirement from football
After 371 senior appearances, 70 goals and spells across five clubs, Divock Origi has announced his retirement from professional football...
World Cup 2026: Desire Doue forces his way into France plans as Didier Deschamps is left impressed
Didier Deschamps is entering World Cup preparations with an unexpected attacking certainty, as Désiré Doué has surged from promising talent...
Lassana Diarra and FIFA end bitter transfer dispute
A long-running legal battle over player transfer rights has reached a decisive conclusion after FIFA confirmed a settlement with former...
World Cup 2026: Ghana’s ananse-inspired kit sidelined as FIFA blocks home strip in group stage
Ghana’s much-anticipated Kwaku Ananse-inspired home jersey will not feature during the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after...
Ibrahima Konate to officially complete blockbuster Real Madrid switch after World Cup 2026
Real Madrid will officially complete the signing of French defender Ibrahima Konate after the FIFA World Cup, with reports indicating...
Levante name their price for Karl Etta Eyong as England move beckons
Levante have placed a valuation of more than €30 million on striker Karl Etta Eyong as interest from the Premier...
Zadok Yohanna: Brighton’s Nigerian wonderkid thanks AIK after career-defining breakthrough
Brighton & Hove Albion’s latest acquisition Zadok Yohanna has paid an emotional tribute to AIK Stockholm, crediting the Swedish club...
Brighton complete Zadok Yohanna transfer from AIK
Brighton and Hove Albion have moved decisively to secure one of Europe’s emerging wide talents, confirming the signing of Zadok...
Itumeleng Khune warns Bafana Bafana: control emotions or risk World Cup collapse
Itumeleng Khune has delivered a firm warning to the Bafana Bafana squad ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign,...
From Dakar to Accra: Sub-Saharan giants set sights on World Cup shake-up in North America
Morocco’s spellbinding march to the semifinals at Qatar 2022 raised the bar to dizzying new heights for African football, marking...
Noussair Mazraoui relishing Cunha clash as Morocco prepare for Brazil World Cup showdown
Noussair Mazraoui has already circled one fixture on the calendar, with the Manchester United defender anticipating a lively personal battle...
Justin Madugu admits ‘a lot of work’ after Super Falcons edge Senegal in friendly
There was satisfaction on the surface, but an underlying sense of unfinished business as Super Falcons overcame Senegal in a...
Bayern Munich slam the door on Michael Olise as Real Madrid circle €150m transfer dream
Bayern Munich have taken an uncompromising stance on the future of Michael Olise, insisting the France international is not for...
The numbers have been crunched, the ratings tallied, and the verdict is in – and what a verdict it is....