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Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has advised Cesc Fabregas to give up on replacing the sacked Liam Rosenior as Chelsea manager. The warning comes after speculation linking Fabregas with the job after a period of instability and high-profile managerial changes at Chelsea. The Spanish tactician has established himself as one of the most interesting young coaches in European football, chasing …

Lazio have booked their place in the Coppa Italia final after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Atalanta. The semi-final clash ended with a close 3-3 aggregate score and remained tied after extra time. Balanced from the first leg, which ended 2-2, both teams had everything at stake in the second leg. In the second leg there was no goal …

Following their relegation to the Championship following a disappointing Premier League campaign, a Wolverhampton Wanderers recruitment report described the signing of Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare as “a disaster”. Tolu Arokodare joined Molineux for a reported fee of £25m from Belgian side Genk last summer after a stellar campaign in which he scored 21 goals in all competitions. However, according to …

Nigerian international midfielder Alhassan Yusuf has been rated as the best midfielder in the current Major League Soccer in the United States of America (USA), OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. After nine matchdays in which his New England Revolution team has played one less game, the 25-year-old has played in every game so far and scored two goals. However, it is his overall …

Arsenal have reportedly rekindled their pursuit of Real Madrid sensation Arda Guler as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his creative options. The Gunners previously failed with a focus on 2025, but are testing the waters again this summer. However, the north London side face a battle to convince the player to swap Madrid for London. Arsenal have reportedly contacted Guler’s …

Former Nigeria international Loveday Omoruyi has expressed skepticism over a significant change in the NFF leadership structure with the upcoming elections. Speaking to brila.net, Omoruyi said he does not expect a change in the federation’s hierarchy, arguing that entrenched political influence will continue to shape outcomes. “We are tired. You keep playing the same game but want a different result? …

Four of Akwa Ibom’s outstanding athletes are in Gaborone, Botswana to compete in the 2026 World Athletics Relay Championship. The four athletes, comprising two women and two men, are products of the Akwa Ibom State Sports Festival 2025, sponsored by His Excellency Pastor Umo Eno, and have been entered into the Ministry of Sports database among the best performing athletes …

The Nigerian National League is rolling out the red carpet in Lagos and Nigerian football royalty are answering the call. NSC Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade and NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau will lead the crème de la crème of Nigerian sports administration to the NNL Super Four draws. The power duo will be flanked by a stellar cast of …

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has officially started talks with Newcastle United striker William Osula to play for Nigeria, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Born to parents of Nigerian descent in Denmark, his parents granted permission to speak to him after consulting with their representatives. Danish outlet Tipsbladet reports that the striker, who was last selected for the Danish national team in March …

Ranchers Bees FC have officially sealed promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for the 2026/27 season, completing a remarkable return to the top flight despite a 2-0 loss to Kebbi United in their last match. They finished top of the NNL Conference D with 20 points after rivals Jigawa Golden Stars lost to Gombe 1-0 on Wednesday. The …