Author: Tumininu Yussuf
Manchester United finally secured their first Premier League win of the season with a narrow 3-2 victory over newly promoted Burnley at Old Trafford, but manager Ruben Amorim’s subdued reaction spoke volumes about the pressure he is under. When referee Sam Barrott blew the final whistle, Amorim showed no great celebration. He shook hands with Burnley manager Scott Parker, embraced Joshua Zirkzee, and walked alone down the sideline, clapping at fans as Manchester, but without any fist pumps or loud roars of triumph. It was a walk of relief rather than joy. The United boss had spoken candidly during Friday’s…
Super Falcons iconic forward and six-time African Player of the Year, Asisat Oshoala, has completed a sensational transfer to Saudi Women’s Premier League giants Al Hilal. Oshoalal Joins a growing Nigerian Contingent in Saudi Arabia, links up with fellow Nigerian stars Ashleigh Plumptre and Francisca Ordega, She signs a two-year deal after leaving National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) side Bay FC who confirmed the transfer of the Nigerian International. “Bay FC and Saudi Arabia club Al-Hilal have agreed to terms on a transfer for Asisat Oshoala. Thank you for everything you’ve given to this club” Asisat Oshoala Swaps USA for Saudi…
Nigeria’s senior women’s cricket team, the Female Yellow Greens, face a must-win clash against Zimbabwe on Wednesday in their final Group A game of the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier Division 1 in Namibia, as they continue their quest for a ticket to the global qualifiers. The Female Yellow Greens opened their campaign with a dominant 96-run victory over Sierra Leone on Sunday but were brought back to earth on Monday after an eight-wicket defeat to hosts Namibia at the High Performance Oval in Windhoek. Those results have placed the Nigerian side in a precarious position ahead…
Bayer Leverkusen have sacked head coach, Erik ten Hag after just two competitive league matches in charge, with the Dutchman admitting he was “completely surprised” by the decision and claiming there was never “mutual trust” from the club’s board. The former Manchester United boss calls decision “unprecedented” amid turbulent summer overhaul in the camp of the former Bundesliga champions. Ten Hag replaced Xabi Alonso in May on a two-year deal after Alonso’s move to Real Madrid, but his brief tenure has ended abruptly following a poor start to the 2025-26 Bundesliga season. Turbulent Start to Life in Germany for Ten…
Bayern Munich have signed Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea on a season-long loan with an obligation to buy, the Bundesliga club announced on Monday. The total deal is worth €81.5 million ($95.4m), according to reports. Bayern will be paying a €16.5m loan fee and agreeing to make the transfer permanent for €65m in summer 2026. Jackson will wear the No. 11 shirt at Bayern and joins as part of a late scramble to reinforce the club’s forward line following Liam Delap’s hamstring injury, which is expected to sideline him for two months. “I’m really happy to now be part of this…
Premier League clubs spent a record £3 billion ($4 billion) in the 2025 summer transfer window that ended with a dramatic flourish thanks to Liverpool’s £125 million ($169 million) signing of Newcastle United striker, Alexander Isak which headlines the record breaking window. The estimated staggering figure comfortably eclipses the previous record of £2.36 billion ($3.2 billion) spent two summers ago. The landmark spending coincides with the first year of a new domestic TV rights deal, along with a record six English clubs benefiting from Champions League windfalls. This marks the 10th consecutive summer transfer window in which Premier League clubs’ spending…
Super Falcons and 2024 WAFCON winning striker, Asisat Oshoala has completed a surprise and high-profile move to Al Hilal, signing a two-year contract with the Saudi Women’s Premier League side, leaving Bay FC After one-and-a-half season. The deal was finalized Monday morning after the 30-year-old successfully completed her medical in Riyadh, ahead of the Saudi league’s summer transfer window deadline. “Asisat has signed a two-year contract after completing her medicals in Riyadh on Monday morning,” (Source:- ESPN). Oshoala’s switch marks another major acquisition for Al Hilal, who finished sixth in the 2024-25 campaign as the competition expanded from eight to…
The Premier League’s use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) has once again come under intense scrutiny following a weekend packed with contentious calls. From Fulham’s fury over a disallowed goal against Chelsea to Manchester United’s dramatic late penalty against Burnley, the weekend’s action has reignited debate over officiating standards in England’s top flight. According to ESPN, below are some controversies that made the headline; VAR: Fulham’s King’s Goal Ruled Out in Stamford Bridge Controversy Fulham thought they had taken the lead in the 21st minute at Stamford Bridge when Josh King scored on the break, but VAR official…
The Seattle Sounders defeated Lionel Messi and club side, Inter Miami 3-0 in the Leagues Cup final at a sold-out Lumen Field on Sunday night, adding another piece of silverware to their overflowing trophy case. The victory, sealed with goals from Osaze De Rosario, Alex Roldan, and Paul Rothrock, makes Seattle the only MLS club to win all five major trophies available to league teams. Sounders lifted the trophy with 3-0 statement win, completing sweep of every major MLS title. Seattle Outlasts Messi and Inter Miami The Sounders put on a complete performance in front of a roaring home crowd,…
The 2025 summer transfer window has been in full swing, but this year’s edition looks different unlike the usual. This is because FIFA expanded Club World Cup influenced the calendar and altering the usual European transfer dynamics. With clubs scrambling to make last-minute deals, here’s everything you need to know about when the window opens and closes across major leagues, plus a look ahead to the 2026 winter window. Transfer Deadline Day: Why the Transfer Window Changed This Year The Club World Cup, which began on June 15 and features 32 teams, forced FIFA to implement an early registration period for…
