By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Italian forward Mario Balotelli has signed with Al Ittifaq FC in the United Arab Emirates, marking the next chapter in his long and eventful football career. The move was officially confirmed by the Dubai‑based club earlier this week, bringing an end to months of speculation over the veteran striker’s future. Balotelli,
Manchester United and former club captain Michael Carrick have reached a verbal agreement for him to become the club’s interim head coach until the end of the 2025–26 season, high‑profile reports confirmed on Tuesday. Carrick, 44, will take charge following the sacking of Ruben Amorim earlier this month amid a difficult campaign for the Red
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has confirmed that the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco will likely be his final appearance at the continental tournament, speaking with candour about his international future following his country’s quarter‑final defeat to Nigeria. At 34 years old, the former Manchester City star, and one of Algeria’s all‑time leading attackers,