South Africa (6)0-0(5) Dr Congo: AFCON 3rd Place
The bronze medal goes to South Africa! They defeat DR Congo in a penalty shootout after a scoreless draw. Watch the Highlight Below
CAF Conducts Random Drug Test on Semi Ajayi Following Semifinal
Nigeria’s star defender, Semi Ajayi, was absent from coach Jose Peseiro’s post-match talk after their AFCON win over South Africa. The reason? A random drug test conducted by Confederation of African Football (CAF) officials. Not a single minute missed! Ajayi has played a staggering 570 minutes across all six Super Eagles matches at the AFCON. […]
Manchester City regain their footing with Erling Haaland double
Erling Haaland finally ended his five-game scoring drought with a dramatic brace, including a trademark run-through goal, to secure a vital win for Manchester City against Everton. The Citizens struggled initially, failing to register a single shot on target in the first half. However, the introduction of Kevin De Bruyne and Kyle Walker sparked a […]
3RD PLACE MATCH
South Africa vs DR Congo Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny 20:00 GMT Which team goes home with a medal?
Backlash May Extend Blue Card Sin Bins Beyond 10 Minutes
Fifa is shaking things up! They’re testing “blue cards” that send players off for 10 minutes, but there’s a twist: sin-binned in the final 10 minutes? You wait till halftime, even with long stoppage time. This radical change, the first since yellow/red cards in 1970, sparks mixed reactions. Fans and pundits have their say, but […]
Pep Hails Foden’s Unique Skillset: “He’s a Game-Changer in Any Position”
Manchester City’s 4-0 demolition of Leeds United wasn’t just about the scoreline; it was a showcase of Phil Foden’s dazzling versatility. While typically deployed in the front three, the 21-year-old England star mesmerized as a right-sided central midfielder, earning a well-deserved Man of the Match title. This wasn’t a complete deviation, however. Foden’s natural talent […]
Premier League Player of the Month: January’s Nominee’s
The race for January’s Premier League Player of the Month award is heating up, with six standout performers vying for the coveted title. Each nominee showcased exceptional talent and contributed significantly to their team’s success, making the decision a tough one for the selection panel. Goals Galore: Elijah Adebayo (Luton): He wrote his name in […]
Costa signs for 12th club of his career with Gremio
Veteran striker Diego Costa, 35, has found a new home after a brief spell without a club. The Brazilian leaves Botafogo, where he spent only four months, and joins Gremio as his 12th professional club. This marks another twist in his whirlwind journey, which has seen him play for four different teams in less than […]
1,000 Saves, 166 Clean Sheets: Celebrating Čech’s Chelsea Legacy
Back in 2004 on this day, Chelsea’s £7m gamble on Petr Čech turned out to be a game-changer. Over the next 11 seasons, Čech emerged as a true legend, defying attackers with 1,000 saves from 1,241 shots. His stingy defense allowed only 22 goals per season, with a remarkable 80.5% save rate and an astonishing […]
Klopp nominated for January’s Premier League Manager of the Month after a strong Liverpool run
Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp is in the running for January’s Premier League Manager of the Month award, following a scorching start to the new year. The Reds roared through their league fixtures, securing a perfect three wins and racking up an impressive 12 goals in the process. Victories against Newcastle, Bournemouth, and even Chelsea (all […]