Nigerian international forward Kelechi Iheanacho has joined English Championship side Middlesbrough on loan from Spanish club Sevilla for the remainder of the 2024/2025 season in a major winter transfer window transaction. As Middlesbrough pursues elevation to the Premier League, the 28-year-old forward hopes to strengthen their offensive choices. After a strong spell at Leicester City,…
It might be far from a vintage performance, but they sure enjoyed that one — Chelsea‘s unconvincing victory over West Ham at Stamford Bridge on Monday night was a stark reminder of the challenges facing Graham Potter’s side. Potter, who made his first return to Stamford Bridge since he was sacked by Chelsea after just…
FC Bayern München is pleased to announce that captain and legend goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has agreed to a contract extension for another year until 30 June 2026. That means Neuer, who has been part of the team since 2011, is guaranteed to lead his team out again in what is now his 15th season with…
Manchester City is happy to reveal the signing of Spanish midfielder Nico González of FC Porto. The club has turned on the player’s release clause, getting his services for about £50 million (€60 million). Contributing significantly with 12 goal involvements in 29 matches this year, forward Nico González, 23, has been a standout performer for…
Nigerian players once again took center stage for their European clubs over the weekend, with several standout performances. In the Bundesliga, VICTOR BONIFACE retuning from injury, scored as Bayer Leverkusen defeated Hoffenheim 3-1 on Sunday. Boniface, who was close to joining Al Nassr in January, fired Leverkusen ahead in the 15th minute. GIFT ORBAN also…
With football supporters worldwide gearing for the most frenzied and unpredictable day of the winter transfer period, the energy is obvious. Upon us is Transfer Deadline Day, when clubs have until 23:00 GMT tonight to finish their signings and make any last-minute gestures before the winter window slams closed. This is the last chance for…
Juventus’ Sporting Director, Cristiano Giuntoli, who orchestrated Victor Osimhen’s transfer to Napoli in 2020, has found the Nigerian striker to be the main target to spearhead the Bianconeri’s attack for the next season. In outstanding form, Osimhen—from Napoli now on loan at Galatasaray—is a sought-after player in European soccer. Osimhen has shown excellent performance in…
Lisandro Martínez, Manchester United’s Argentine center-back, suffered a major knee injury in today’s Premier League game against Crystal Palace at Old Trafford. Martínez had to be helped off the ground in clear agony in the second half following the event. The damage occurred in a confrontation with Ismaila Sarr, forward for Crystal Palace. Martínez’s right…
A fierce derby in the heart of Milan was on display late Sunday evening, with Inter Milan clawing their way back from a goal down to secure a hard-fought 1-1 draw against AC Milan. The San Siro was abuzz, with the electric atmosphere fueling the intensity of the encounter. Tijjani Reijnders’ strike on the cusp…
In the cauldron of the Emirates Stadium, a rivalry simmered, waiting to boil over, just as we saw the last time out at the Etihad. Arsenal and Manchester City, two heavyweights of the Premier League, clashed in a battle of wills, skill, words and determination. The air was electric, while tension mounted on Sunday evening….
