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Semenyo and Cherki hand City semi-final edge at St. James’ Park
Manchester City moved into a strong position in their Carabao Cup semi-final after goals from Antoine Semenyo and Rayan Cherki secured a first-leg victory away to Newcastle United. The January recruit Semenyo, who finalised a £65m switch from Bournemouth less than a week earlier, continued his fast start in sky blue by opening the scoring.…
Read MoreWhy Victor Osimhen stands as the face of Nigerian football
Victor Osimhen has become a symbol of belief for Nigeria whenever he steps onto the pitch. The Super Eagles have drawn strength from his presence as they prepare to face hosts Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals, having recorded five victories from five matches. The 27-year-old forward has played a decisive role in…
Read MoreTottenham close in on Gallagher with £35m move
Tottenham Hotspur are set to finalise a £35 million agreement to bring Conor Gallagher to North London from Atletico Madrid, moving ahead of Aston Villa in the pursuit of the England midfielder. Villa had been leading discussions for the 25-year-old, but their proposal focused on a temporary switch that included the possibility of a later…
Read MoreDerby defeat sends defending champions out of Coupe de France
The reigning cup winners have been eliminated from the Coupe de France following an unexpected home loss against their newly promoted neighbours. Despite lifting the trophy for a record-extending 16th time last season, the hosts were unable to convert territorial control into goals on this occasion. The defeat marked a rare early exit, as it…
Read MoreXabi Alonso departs Real Madrid as Arbeloa steps in
Xabi Alonso has ended his stint as Real Madrid head coach before completing a full season, with the club confirming his departure following fewer than eight months in the role. The Spanish giants explained that the 44-year-old’s exit was agreed upon jointly, announcing the decision before swiftly revealing his successor. Alonso arrived in the Spanish…
Read MoreSzoboszlai shines and stumbles as Liverpool advance in the FA Cup
Dominik Szoboszlai produced a strike of outstanding quality that few goalkeepers could have prevented, yet the same opening period also contained an error he will want erased from memory. After racing back and beating Adam Phillips to possession, the Liverpool midfielder attempted an audacious backheel inside his own penalty area, aiming to find Giorgi Mamardashvili.…
Read MoreLiverpool issue latest injury update on Conor Bradley
Liverpool defender Conor Bradley has been ruled out for an extended spell after the Reds’ young full-back suffered a serious knee injury in the hard-fought clash with Arsenal. The Reds’ 22-year-old full-back was stretchered off in North London during the closing moments of Liverpool’s goalless draw with Arsenal after the Northern Ireland international collapsed clutching…
Read MoreArsenal have acquired a new coach to boost Premier League title chase
Arsenal, who lead the Premier League with six points as of week 21, have added Liverpool’s former throw-in instructor to their coaching staff to boost their title chances. Not since the extraordinary Invincibles has an Arsenal squad celebrated being champions of England’s top football division. That 22-year wait looks set to be at its end,…
Read MoreChelsea youngster high praise for Leroy Rosenior following FA Cup triump
Chelsea’s new manager, Leroy Rosenior, seems to be winning fans in the squad, as can be surmised from defender Jorrel Hato, who scored in their FA Cup win at the weekend. Rosenior managed BlueCo club Strasbourg in France’s Ligue 1 until last week, when the club owners asked him to take charge of Chelsea, their…
Read MoreMartinelli responds to criticism with a hat-trick
Gabriel Martinelli found himself at the center of controversy after attempting to push the injured Conor Bradley off the pitch during Arsenal’s 0-0 draw with Liverpool on Thursday. The action drew heavy criticism, and the 24-year-old winger later issued an apology on social media. Despite the backlash, Martinelli’s approach to the situation impressed his manager,…
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