By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana is eager to compete for the club’s number one position following the conclusion of his loan spell with Trabzonspor, as he looks to re-establish himself at Old Trafford. Report by The Guardian indicates that the Cameroon international is confident he will be given the opportunity to
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Former Nigeria international Odion Ighalo has expressed strong confidence in Ademola Lookman’s move to Atlético Madrid, insisting that working under Diego Simeone will significantly enhance the forward’s development and elevate his career. Speaking in a recent interview cited by JerseyNumber12, Ighalo described Simeone as a “tactical and intelligent coach,” stressing
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York A looming federal funding delay has placed Miami’s FIFA World Cup Fan Festival in jeopardy, raising fresh concerns about whether one of the United States’ marquee host cities can deliver the full fan experience expected at the 2026 global tournament. According to reports from *The Athletic*, Miami’s local organizing committee
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Forward Jens Petter Hauge has described Bodø/Glimt’s historic qualification for the UEFA Champions League round of 16 as “unreal” after the Norwegian champions produced a stunning upset by eliminating Inter Milan in the playoff round. Bodø/Glimt sealed one of the biggest shocks of the 2025/26 European campaign with a 2–1
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Victor Osimhen delivered the decisive blow in Turin as Galatasaray qualified for the UEFA Champions League round of 16, overcoming Juventus 7-5 on aggregate after a dramatic 3-2 extra-time defeat at the Allianz Stadium on Wednesday night. The Nigerian striker struck in the 105th minute of extra time, halting Juventus’ remarkable
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Atlético Madrid powered into the UEFA Champions League last-16 after a dominant 4–1 victory over Club Brugge, with Norwegian striker Alexander Sørloth delivering a sensational hat-trick in a decisive playoff second leg at the Metropolitano Stadium. Sørloth’s treble, combined with a goal from United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso, sealed a
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo The United States Embassy in Ghana has announced sweeping updates to its visa application process for Ghanaian travelers planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup, confirming that appointment backlogs have been cleared and new interview slots are now widely available. Speaking during a recent media briefing on February 20, 2026,
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo RC Celta de Vigo have completed the permanent signing of Ghanaian forward Bernard Somuah from Asante Kotoko, rewarding the youngster with a long-term contract following his impressive development during his loan spell in Spain. The deal confirms the club’s decision to exercise their purchase option after Somuah spent the past season
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has been formally referred to a criminal court in France following an ongoing investigation into a rape allegation first reported in 2023. Judicial authorities in the Hauts-de-Seine region concluded their investigation and determined that the case should proceed to trial, where the court will evaluate the
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has strongly criticized his former manager José Mourinho for questioning Vinícius Júnior’s conduct amid a racism controversy, insisting there was nothing wrong with the Brazilian’s goal celebration. Mikel expressed disbelief at suggestions that Vinícius’ actions contributed to the abuse he suffered, arguing that such