Mozambique’s national football team, the Mambas, have received significant financial incentives ahead of their Round of 16 match against Nigeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). President Daniel Francisco Chapo has pledged a bonus of 500,000 meticais (approximately $7,824) to each player and member of the coaching staff if they secure a victory
Manchester United have dismissed head coach Ruben Amorim following a turbulent 14-month tenure marked by underwhelming performances and internal disputes over managerial authority and transfer policies. Appointed in November 2024 from Sporting CP, Amorim’s stint at Old Trafford included a disappointing 15th-place finish in the Premier League—the club’s worst in decades—and a loss in the
By Yomi Kuku, Toronto Canada Norwich City have completed the signing of Canadian international winger Ali Ahmed from Major League Soccer side Vancouver Whitecaps FC. The 25-year-old joins the EFL Championship club for an undisclosed fee, with Vancouver retaining a sell-on percentage. Ahmed, who has earned caps with the Canadian national team, expressed his enthusiasm
As Nigeria prepares to face Mozambique in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, head coach Eric Chelle and team captain Wilfred Ndidi addressed the media, highlighting their strategies and mindset for the upcoming match. Coach Chelle acknowledged the challenges ahead, stating, “My dream is to win with
Super Eagles defender Ryan Alebiosu is on track to recover from a leg injury sustained during Nigeria’s final group-stage match against Uganda at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The 24-year-old right-back, who made his senior debut in that match, suffered a deep cut on his right leg but remains with the team in
Brazilian football legend Roberto Carlos has been discharged from the hospital after undergoing heart surgery in São Paulo. The 52-year-old former Real Madrid star had been hospitalized following the discovery of a blood clot in his leg during a routine medical examination on December 31. Subsequent tests revealed a heart issue, leading to a surgical
Werder Bremen forward Victor Boniface has been ruled out of the start of the club’s New Year training sessions due to a persistent knee injury. The Nigerian international, on loan from Bayer Leverkusen, is set to consult with specialist Dr. Christian Fink in Innsbruck next week to determine whether surgical intervention is necessary. Boniface’s knee
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have suffered a setback at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as striker Cyriel Dessers has been ruled out of the tournament due to a thigh injury. Medical assessments confirmed that Dessers would be unable to recover in time for the knockout stages, prompting his return to his club, Panathinaikos, in
By Yomi Kuku, Toronto Canada The Ghanaian diaspora in Canada is brimming with excitement as the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws closer, with strong confidence that the Black Stars of Ghana will make a significant impact on football’s biggest stage. Mr. Emmanuel C. Duodu, President of the Ghanaian-Canadian Association of Ontario (GCAO), expressed unwavering optimism
The Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has officially approved 30 Nigerian referees and assistant referees for international duties in 2026, marking another significant milestone for Nigerian football officiating. The list, released by FIFA, features a mix of experienced and emerging officials across various categories, including central referees, assistant referees, futsal referees, and beach soccer