United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino has questioned how the Premier League can repair the damage caused by Manchester City’s financial-rule case, recalling his own frustration over the financial constraints Tottenham faced while competing against Chelsea and other leading clubs. Pochettino made the comments after reports that an independent commission found Manchester City liable for
Brampton-born Canada international Cyle Larin has received the Key to the City of Brampton, with Mayor Patrick Brown using the occasion to reaffirm the city’s commitment to expanding soccer infrastructure and strengthening its reputation as one of Canada’s leading football communities. The presentation took place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Brampton City Hall, following
The City of Brampton has honoured six members of Canada’s men’s national soccer team with newly named soccer fields, with Brampton-born forward Promise David among the players recognised for their achievements and ties to the city. The field-naming ceremony took place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Morris Kerbel Park, celebrating David alongside Cyle Larin,
France head coach Zinedine Zidane has urged his players to enjoy their football, reminding them that their careers can pass remarkably quickly. Speaking ahead of France’s UEFA Nations League clash with Belgium, Zidane reflected on the speed at which football and life move, using his own transition from legendary player to coach to underline his
Nigeria’s Flamingos have been crowned champions of the 2026 WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup after completing a perfect campaign with a commanding 4-0 victory over Togo in Sunday’s final in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire. The victory gave Akeem Busari’s side five wins from five matches and confirmed Nigeria as the champions of the regional tournament. The Flamingos
Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has withdrawn from the national team ahead of the country’s UEFA Nations League fixtures against Israel, saying his personal beliefs made it wrong for him to participate in the matches. Bazunu, who was named in Heimir Hallgrímsson’s 26-man Ireland squad earlier this month, announced his decision in a statement
Nigeria overcame an early setback to begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar in a hard-fought Group L encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. The Barea drew first blood in the 16th minute when Ehsan Kari converted from Ryan Ponti’s assist, putting Madagascar ahead and
Manchester City have reportedly been found guilty of breaching almost all of the financial regulations contained in the Premier League’s long-running case against the club, with reports indicating that an independent commission has ruled against City on 114 of the 115 charges. The development was first reported on Friday by The Athletic‘s David Ornstein, who
Namibia Edge Congo 1-0 to Open AFCON 2027 Qualifying Campaign With Win Namibia opened their TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations PAMOJA 2027 qualifying campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Congo in Group G on Thursday. The decisive moment came two minutes after half-time when South Africa-based forward Bethuel Muzeu headed Namibia into the
Moses Simon is on the verge of joining Nigeria’s exclusive centurion club, with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) set to honour the winger if he makes his 100th appearance for the Super Eagles against Madagascar on Friday. Simon, who has become one of Nigeria’s most experienced and consistent performers over the past decade, currently has