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Van Persie Steps In as Feyenoord’s New Head Coach

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Feyenoord Rotterdam has officially announced the appointment of Robin van Persie as their new head coach, heralding a new era for the Eredivisie club. The club expressed their enthusiasm with an official statement released on Sunday, stating, “The next chapter starts here. Robin van Persie, welcome home again.” Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the appointment, reporting that the former Netherlands international and Feyenoord legend has signed a contract extending until June 2027. This long-term commitment signifies the club’s confidence in Van Persie’s ability to lead the team. Van Persie, known…

“Hermoso to Appeal Rubiales Verdict, Lawyer Says”

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Jenni Hermoso intends to appeal the verdict in the case against Luis Rubiales, the former Spanish football chief. This decision follows Rubiales’ conviction for forcibly kissing the Women’s World Cup-winning player, for which he received a fine. As confirmed by her lawyer, Angel Chavarria, Hermoso plans to challenge the ruling. The appeal will come in response to the court’s decision, which found Rubiales guilty of sexual assault and imposed a 10,800 euro fine. Notably, the judge did not impose a prison sentence, despite prosecutors having sought a two-and-a-half-year term. This…

Kenyan Runner Dominates 2025 Lagos City Marathon

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Kenyan athlete, Edwin Koech, has won the men’s category of the 2025 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, which was held on Saturday. Koech won the $50,000 first-place prize for the men’s category, which is his second after clinching victory in the 2023 edition. The Kenyan ran for a record 2 hours and 14 minutes. About 37,000 runners competed in the 10km and 42km races of the 2025 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon. Speaking at the event, the General Manager of the race and retired Nigerian long jumper, Yusuf Ali, noted…

Eagles’ Goalkeeping: A Depth Problem or Nwabali’s Dominance?

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In an era when competition for places typically defines elite national teams, the Super Eagles find themselves in an unusual predicament. Their current first-choice goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, while impressive, faces little genuine competition for his position—a situation that could potentially harm the team’s long-term prospects. While the national team is spoilt for choice in attack where Osimhen’s absence could see one of Victor Boniface or Taiwo Awoniyi step in and be a worthy replacement, the same can’t be said for the goalkeeper position. Nwabali, who has kept four clean sheets…

Transfer Talk: Villa, Rashford, West Ham, Ferguson

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Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is set to join Aston Villa on loan in a deal that includes a potential permanent transfer, according to sports journalist Fabrizio Romano. In a post shared on Sunday via X, Romano reported that Villa will cover over 70per cent of Rashford’s salary as part of the agreement, with a £40 million buy option included in the deal. The England international is expected to undergo a medical today before finalising the move. Romano wrote: “Marcus Rashford to Aston Villa, here we go. Agreement in place…

Vini Jr. to Madrid Fans: I’m Here to Stay!

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Vinicius Jr. has firmly dismissed rumors of a lucrative transfer to Saudi Arabia, declaring his intention to remain at Real Madrid for “many more years.” In an interview with club media published on Friday, the Brazilian forward emphasized the importance of continuing to make history with Real Madrid for himself and his family, expressing his hope for a long-term future with the team. This statement comes amidst reports from Spanish media of a substantial offer from a Saudi Arabian club, following the trend of high-profile players like Cristiano Ronaldo and…

Man City’s Pep Guardiola ‘Divorces’ Wife

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Man City's Pep Guardiola 'Divorces' Wife

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and his spouse, Cristina Serra, have ended their relationship after three decades together. A report from SPORT on Monday indicated that the divorce is characterized as “entirely cordial, stable, and amicable.” The report suggested that Guardiola and Serra grew apart after spending the last five years working in different countries. The couple first met in 1994 and subsequently married in 2014 near Barcelona. They share three children: Maria, aged 24, Marius, aged 22, and Valentina, aged 17. It has been reported that Serra has been…

2024 FIFA Football Award Winners [Full List]

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2024 FIFA Football Award Winners [Full List]

The 2024 Best FIFA Football Awards winners were honoured on Tuesday during a spectacular evening at the Aspire Academy, located in Qatar’s Education City. This prestigious ceremony acknowledges the finest talents in football, celebrating exceptional players, coaches, and teams that excelled throughout the year. Aitana Bonmatí from Spain was awarded the Women’s Player of the Year, while Brazilian sensation Vinícius Jr. took home the Men’s Player of the Year accolade. The event also highlighted the achievements of top coaches and goalkeepers and celebrated remarkable goals in a dazzling atmosphere. The…

Man United Beats Liverpool, Secures FA Cup Semi-final Slot

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Man United Beats Liverpool, Secures FA Cup Semi-final Slot In a thrilling turn of events, Manchester United secured their spot in the FA Cup semi-final by edging Liverpool out. Thanks to a late goal from Ahmad Diallo, a finish that left Liverpool stunned at Old Trafford. Diallo’s celebration, however, resulted in a second booking and a subsequent red card for removing his shirt. Despite the chaos that ensued during the intense 120 minutes, United’s hopes of clinching silverware this season remained intact. Liverpool briefly took the lead with two goals…

UEFA Champions League Quarter-Finalists, Draw Time, Others Confirmed

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UEFA Champions League Quarter-Finalists, Draw Time, Others Confirmed In the ongoing 2023/2024 UEFA Champions League campaign, three Spanish teams, two English teams, two German teams, and one French team have advanced to the quarter-finals of the tournament. The draw for the UCL quarter-finalists will take place on Friday, March 15, 2024, at 11 a.m. UK time at the UEFA Headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland. Below are the Champions League quarter-finalists after Wednesday’s match results: Arsenal (ENGLAND) Atlético de Madrid (SPAIN) Barcelona (SPAIN) Bayern (GERMANY) Dortmund (GERMANY) Man City (ENGLAND) Paris Saint…