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Barcelona are currently facing a significant challenge in their defensive line, with multiple injuries piling up at a crucial point in the season. The team's defensive crisis has worsened as key players have been sidelined, making it difficult for the club to maintain its usual solid backline. The s

In a year that could probably be written off as one that the Super Eagles greatly struggled to find form, perhaps with the exception of the second place finish at the last African Cup of Nations, the nomination of Ademola Lookman for the prestigious Ballon D'Or award could be very significant for th

By El-ameen Ibrahim The Super Eagles of Nigeria kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over Benin Republic in Uyo on Saturday. Benin Republic opted for a defensive approach early on, allowing the Super Eagles to control the game from the outset.

The Super Eagles secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Benin Republic in their opening 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium on Saturday. The game saw former Eagles coach Gernot Rohr return to the country for the first time, seeking another victory for the Squirrels a

Republic of Benins Cheetahs manager Gernot Rohr has advised his players of Nigerian descent to put aside their ties to Nigeria on Saturday when they do battle with the Super Eagles on matchday one of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The German football tactician has selected Lorients Lagos

Orlando Pirates central defenderOlisa Ndah has included seven Super Eagles players from the squad selected for the September internationals in his ideal starting eleven. The 26-year-old was handed a call-up to the squad for the first time since participating at the AFCON in 2021 but faces an uphill

Barcelona were linked with a move late in the transfer window for 17-year-old winger Antonio Cordero, but it looks as if they will struggle to sign him. Malaga will demand his release clause, and are hoping to hand him a new deal. Malaga have just fought off interest from Real Madrid to secure a new

Paraguay held Uruguay to a goalless draw in their South American World Cup qualifier on Friday, with striker Luis Suarez bringing his 17-year international career to an end at the Centenario stadium in Montevideo. The 37-year-old forward reached 143 appearances for his country, finishing as their al

Real Madrid star Rodrygo scored a goal in the first half, helping Brazil defeat Ecuador 1-0 on Friday and end a three-match losing streak in South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. The 23-year-old Rodrygo scored with a shot from outside the box that was deflected by a defender to the right