National football federations are spending millions in their pursuit of World Cup glory, with Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti emerging as the highest-paid coach at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to salary figures compiled ahead of the tournament, Ancelotti earns…

Erling Haaland’s father, Alfie and agent Rafaela Pimenta have clarified Real Madrid transfer agreement reports regarding the Manchester City striker. Haaland’s name has been making headlines in the Spanish press in recent hours. This comes after Enrique Riquelme, a candidate…

Newcastle United have reportedly submitted a €24m bid for fast-rising Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna, despite AIK having already reached a verbal agreement with Premier League rivals Brighton & Hove Albion, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Brighton have been in advanced talks…

Former Manchester United striker, Andy Cole, has tipped the current squad to win the Premier League title next season. Cole, speaking with Sky Sports, said the Red Devils ended the last campaign with confidence under Michael Carrick. Carrick has since…

Former Nigerian sprinter Olusoji Fasuba has praised Auburn athlete Kayinsola Ajayi after the youngster set a new Nigerian record in the men’s 100m, hailing the 21-year-old’s steady progression from the junior ranks to the senior level, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.…

Newcastle United have joined Brighton & Hove Albion in the race to sign highly-rated AIK youngster Zadok Yohanna, DAILY POST reports. Brighton emerged favourites to sign the Nigerian after submitting a €23m bid last weekend. However, Newcastle United have now…

Female Yellow Greens captain Favour Eseigbe has returned to the squad after almost a year out as the team begin the final phase of their preparations for the 2026 Kwibuka Tournament in Rwanda, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Head coach Theophilus…

Manchester City are negotiating a compensation fee with Chelsea for Enzo Maresca. According to Sky Sports, a deal is in the hands of each club’s respective lawyers, who are involved after Maresca left Chelsea still with three-and-a-half years left on…

After another outstanding season across Europe, Nigerian stars once again showcased their quality on some of football’s biggest stages. From title races to relegation battles, they delivered memorable performances, earning their places in PUNCH Sports Extra’s Super Eagles Team of…

The Nigeria Football Federation has released the fixtures for the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s President Federation Cup. Rivers Angels will face Robo Queens in a South-South derby, while Heartland Queens will take on Ibom Angels in another clash between…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed the state’s readiness to host the maiden edition of the National Intermediate Games as the Main Organising Committee of the event inspected facilities across the state on Wednesday, The PUNCH reports. The National…

Former Flying Eagles tactician, Aliyu Zubair, has identified major factors hindering Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clubs from progressing beyond the group stage of continental competitions. Zubair said NPFL clubs would continue to struggle in these competitions unless they abandon…

Reigning Women’s Africa Cup of Nations champions, the Super Falcons, began training in earnest on Wednesday in Ikenne, following the arrival of more players ahead of their double-header friendlies against Senegal, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The team’s camp officially opened…

Manchester United are ready to sell three of their players this summer transfer window after reportedly sealing a deal for Atalanta’s Ederson. Ederson is set to become the Red Devils’ first transfer of the 2026 summer window. The Brazilian will…

Nigeria conceded a late equalizer to draw 2-2 with Poland in an international friendly on Wednesday night. Eric Chelle is using the matches to try out new players, while the Poles are preparing for the 2026 World Cup. It was…