Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has explained why he abandoned his long-held ambition of buying Arsenal F.C., saying he chose to focus instead on completing the $20 billion Dangote Refinery project. Dangote made the revelation during a recent podcast interview with Nicolai Tangen. According to the billionaire businessman, Arsenal was valued at around $2 billion…
Kylian Mbappé will lead France’s pursuit of a third World Cup title after coach Didier Deschamps unveiled his 26-man squad on Thursday for this summer’s tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Deschamps, who guided France to World Cup success in 2018 and has already confirmed he will step down after the competition, selected…
Scientists and climate experts have warned that players and fans could face dangerous heat conditions during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling on FIFA to introduce stronger safety measures ahead of the tournament. In an open letter signed by medical professionals, climate researchers, and sports scientists, the group urged FIFA to adopt tougher heat protection…
Nigeria’s Falconets have been drawn in Pot 2 ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup draw scheduled for Friday at the EC1 Cultural Centre in Łódź, Poland. The Falconets are grouped in Pot 2 alongside the United States, Colombia, Mexico, Canada, and New Zealand. Nigeria secured qualification for the expanded 24-team tournament…
President Bola Tinubu has approved Nigeria’s bid to host the 2026 CAF Awards. According to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), the president also endorsed Nigeria’s proposal to host the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly later this year. The approvals were announced at the ongoing Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi following a meeting between Tinubu…
FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has confirmed that he has signed a new two-year contract extension with the club, including an option for a third season. The 61-year-old German tactician recently guided Barcelona to a second consecutive La Liga title following their 2-0 victory over rivals Real Madrid on Sunday. Speaking ahead of Wednesday’s league…
FC Barcelona clinched the La Liga title in thrilling style after defeating fierce rivals Real Madrid in El Clásico, sealing the championship with three games remaining. Barcelona went into the match with an 11-point advantage over Madrid, meaning a draw would have been enough to confirm them as champions. Instead, they delivered a commanding 2-0…
Rayo Vallecano’s run to a historic European final has delivered more than silverware hopes for the Madrid club — it has also earned Spanish football an important advantage in UEFA competition qualification. Following Rayo’s qualification for the UEFA Europa Conference League final, Spain has officially secured an extra Champions League place for the 2026/27 season…
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has been named the Football Writers’ Association Men’s Footballer of the Year. The Portugal international has enjoyed an outstanding campaign, scoring eight goals and providing 20 assists in 34 appearances across all competitions for the Red Devils. Fernandes secured 45 per cent of the votes cast by the FWA’s more…
Arsenal booked their place in the UEFA Champions League final for the first time in 20 years after Bukayo Saka fired a 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. Mikel Arteta’s side sealed the semi-final second leg at a raucous Emirates Stadium, with Saka striking late in the first half. After a 1-1 draw in…
