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Zinedine Zidane has dropped a major hint hes ready to make a sensational comeback to football management amid fresh links with the Manchester United job. The French legend, whos been out of the game since waving goodbye to Real Madrid back in May 2021, has had his name thrown into the hat for a host

Sevilla right-back Juanlu Sanchez has enjoyed a good summer after picking up an Olympic gold with the Spanish national team, but is on track or a big campaign in Nervion. With veteran Sevilla legend Jesus Navas retiring at the end of the year, the mantle will be passed to the 21-year-old. Juanlu bro

Coach Augustine Eguavoen has said his squad "is on a momentum" as they countenance Tuesday's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Amavubi of Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. "We have the right mentality now, and the mood in camp is excellent. Everyone in camp is eager for

Interim Super Eagles coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has expressed strong confidence in the teams ability to defeat any opponent, attributing this to the exceptional quality of the players. Eguavoen made these remarks following Nigerias impressive 3-0 victory over the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in their

Ademola Lookman has shared his thoughts on Nigeria's impressive win against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic. Lookman, the hero of the match, helped the Super Eagles kick off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a thrilling 3-0 victory at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium

David Ariyo has been appointed as the new captain of Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side, Sunshine Stars. Ariyo takes over from Sunday Abe, who recently retired from professional football. The experienced goalkeeper served as Sunshine Stars assistant captain last season and has been with the

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have set off for Kigali in preparation for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Amavubi of Rwanda on Tuesday. The team departed from the Victor Attah Airport in Uyo on Sunday afternoon. They are scheduled for two training sessions in Kigali before

BOLU-OLU ESHO, Akure As clubs and fans prepare for the take-off of the new Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Sunshine Stars Football Club of Akure have added 21 new players to their squad. Among the new entrants are Seth Mayi, goalkeeper Emmanuel Ofori, Achi Nnaemeka who reunited with t

The 29-year-old French international is a free agent and clubs like Manchester United and Newcastle United are keen on him. According to a report from Le Figaro via Sport Witness, the two clubs could soon submit an offer for him. Barcelona have been keeping tabs on the situation as well, but they wi