José Mourinho has criticised the refereeing after a controversial encounter, describing the situation as “very strange” and questioning the appointment of the match official. The Portuguese coach pointed out that the referee had been identified a week before the fixture and noted that he was not an international referee. “It’s all been very strange,” Mourinho said.
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Real Madrid staged a dramatic comeback to defeat city rivals Atlético Madrid 3-2 in a pulsating La Liga derby at the Santiago Bernabéu, despite an early breakthrough from Ademola Lookman. The Nigerian forward opened the scoring in the 33rd minute, finishing off a slick attacking move involving Matteo Ruggeri and Giuliano
Arda Güler offered a simple explanation for his spectacular goal after the young midfielder produced a moment of brilliance in Real Madrid’s convincing 4–1 victory over Elche CF. The Turkish playmaker capped an impressive night for Madrid with a stunning long-range effort late in the match, noticing the goalkeeper was off his line before calmly
Yamal Strike Gives Barcelona Narrow Win Over Athletic to Maintain La Liga Lead FC Barcelona maintained their advantage at the top of La Liga after securing a 1–0 victory over Athletic Club, with teenage star Lamine Yamal scoring the decisive goal. Yamal’s strike proved enough to separate the sides at San Mamés, ensuring Barcelona preserved
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League knockout stage has delivered a seismic Round of 16 draw, headlined by another blockbuster collision between Real Madrid C.F. and Manchester City F.C., as Europe’s elite battle for a place in the final at Budapest’s iconic Puskás Aréna on May 30, 2026. The draw has split
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has thrown his full support behind Vinícius Júnior’s celebrations after the Brazilian inspired Los Blancos to qualification for the UEFA Champions League knockout stage, insisting the forward should continue dancing as long as he keeps scoring. Speaking after Madrid secured their place in the Round
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior put the icing on the cake with a decisive late goal as Los Blancos defeated S.L. Benfica 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu to secure qualification for the UEFA Champions League round of 16 with a 3-1 aggregate victory. The Brazilian star struck in the 80th minute,
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Clashes reportedly broke out outside the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium ahead of Real Madrid’s UEFA Champions League clash with S.L. Benfica, with medical personnel treating several visiting supporters, according to Spanish television reports. Spanish outlet El Chiringuito TV reported that confrontations involving Benfica fans occurred near the stadium perimeter, prompting an emergency
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo UEFA has rejected SL Benfica’s appeal against the provisional suspension of Argentine forward Gianluca Prestianni, confirming that the player will remain barred from tonight’s UEFA Champions League match against Real Madrid club while an investigation into alleged discriminatory conduct continues. The decision was delivered by UEFA’s Appeals Body, which dismissed Benfica’s
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