A wave of change is poised to sweep across the beautiful game as football authorities consider introducing “sin bins” for dissent and cynical fouls. These temporary dismissals, enforced through blue cards, would see players spend 10 minutes cooling off on the sidelines, leaving their team shorthanded. This innovative approach is expected to be officially sanctioned […]
Despite a shaky start and a group-stage coaching change, Ivory Coast are just one step away from AFCON glory! A narrow 1-0 victory over DR Congo secured their place in the final, where they’ll face rivals Nigeria. The win wasn’t easy. DR Congo almost took the lead early, but their goal was disallowed. As the […]
Just when you thought the 2023 AFCON had exhausted its thrill reserves, Nigeria and South Africa delivered a heart-stopping rollercoaster ride in the semifinals. The Super Eagles were on the brink of glory, then seemingly on the ropes, before edging through a nail-biting penalty shootout to book their place in the final. After a tight, […]
Nigerian fans and teammates were thrilled to hear that Victor Osimhen has been declared fit for Wednesday’s crucial Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against South Africa. The star striker is expected to slot right back into the starting lineup, bolstering the Super Eagles’ attack alongside Ademola Lookman and Simon Moses. Coach Jose Peseiro is likely […]
The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semifinals are set, and excitement is brewing around a potential showdown between two West African giants: Nigeria and Ivory Coast. This fiery prediction comes from none other than John Obi-Mikel, former Super Eagles captain, and Chelsea legend. Both teams secured their spots in the semifinals with contrasting victories. […]
After a goalless first leg, Leeds United finally edged past Plymouth Argyle 4-1 in a thrilling FA Cup fourth-round replay that stretched into extra time. Both sides struggled in the wet and windy conditions initially, but Leeds soon found their rhythm with Mateo Joseph and Joel Piroe rattling the woodwork. Plymouth responded with promising attacks […]
Coventry City turned on the second-half heat, crushing Sheffield Wednesday 4-1 to advance to the FA Cup fifth round. The Sky Blues, winless in three, found their spark thanks to Callum O’Hare’s brace within seven minutes. Wednesday, already struggling in the Championship, held their own initially, canceling out Kasey Palmer’s early opener through Bailey-Tye Cadamarteri. […]
Nigeria’s joy reached new heights as striker Victor Osimhen received medical clearance to play in their crucial Africa Cup of Nations semifinal against South Africa on Wednesday. Concerns gripped the nation on Monday when Osimhen, named African Player of the Year just last week, remained behind due to stomach discomfort. He was later conditionally allowed […]
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai is facing another spell on the sidelines after picking up a hamstring injury. This comes just after his return from a similar issue that kept him out for four games, including the FA Cup tie against Arsenal. Reports in Hungary suggest a recovery time of three to four weeks, which would […]