Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, says his team will not give up on their target of securing a continental place. The Solid Miners suffered a setback in their push for a continental spot with a 2–1 defeat to Shooting…

Mikel Arteta expects Arsenal to play like “beasts” against Atletico Madrid as they aim to reach the Champions League final for the first time since 2006. Arteta’s side earned a 1-1 draw in the semi-final first leg in Madrid last…

Lookman Ademola and Julian Alvarez have been included in Atletico Madrid’s squad to face Arsenal in Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League semi-final second-leg tie. Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone opted to include Lookman and Alvarez in his 25-man squad to tackle…

Chelsea have confirmed that teenage forward Jesse Derry is conscious and undergoing precautionary checks in hospital after suffering a head injury during their 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. The 18-year-old, making his top-flight debut for Chelsea…

Shooting Stars goalkeeper, Godgift Elkannah, has tendered an unreserved apology for his mistake in the 3–2 win over Nasarawa United. Elkannah’s mistake gifted the Solid Miners the equaliser in the game. The shot-stopper was unhappy with his performance in the…

Arsenal FC have received a major boost ahead of their upcoming clash with Atlético Madrid, with both Kai Havertz and Martin Ødegaard returning to availability. The duo is expected to be involved after being cleared to rejoin the squad, strengthening…

Nigeria forward Taiwo Awoniyi marked his 100th appearance for Nottingham Forest in style, scoring twice in a 3-1 win over Chelsea in the Premier League on Monday. Awoniyi’s goals, his first brace in the league since May 2023, also against…

Taiwo Awoniyi has reacted to Nottingham Forest’s stunning victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. A second-string Forest side defeated Chelsea 3–1 to move closer to Premier League survival. Awoniyi, who made his 100th appearance for the Tricky Trees in the…

Nottingham Forest took a huge step towards Premier League survival with a 3-1 win at Chelsea on Monday that dealt a major blow to the Blues’ hopes of qualifying for the Champions League. Taiwo Awoniyi marked his 100th Forest appearance…

Heineken is set to host a premium viewing experience in Lagos for the UEFA Champions League semi-final second-leg matches, bringing together business leaders, football fans and cultural influencers in a curated setting at Ilubirin. The event, organised by Nigerian Breweries…

Taiwo Awoniyi bagged a brace as Nottingham Forest defeated Chelsea 3–1 at Stamford Bridge. Awoniyi opened the scoring for the Tricky Trees with a superb header from Dilane Bakwa’s cross after two minutes. The visitors were awarded a penalty in…

May 4, 2026 4:48 pm Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy Injury-plagued Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy has suffered a thigh injury, with Spanish media reporting on Monday that he will be sidelined for several months. Left-back Mendy was replaced after…

Former Chelsea midfielder, Craig Burley, has named the best manager ahead of Michael Carrick for the Manchester United permanent coaching job. In an interview with ESPN FC, Burley advised United to consider appointing Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola as the Red Devils’…

European football is defined by a handful of dominant clubs whose success spans decades of domestic control, historic eras, and modern financial power. Across Europe’s top five leagues, England, Spain, Italy, Germany, and France, only a small group of teams…

At least four players were absent from Arsenal’s training on Monday as the squad prepares for their Champions League semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid. They are captain Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, Jurrien Timber and Mikel Merino. Following their 3-0…