After receiving interest from clubs in the English Premier League, Real Madrid have decided to sell Rodrygo—but only under one condition

In spite of interest from Arsenal and Chelsea, Real Madrid will only sell forward Rodrygo under one condition. Unless the Brazilian international makes a formal request to leave Santiago Bernabéu, Los Blancos will not sell him, according to Madrid Zone (via @HandofArsenal). According to the source, Rodrygo will force his desire to play on the … Read more

Everything about them is known to us—Trosost-Ekong is not afraid to speak his mind

William Troost-Ekong, captain of the Super Eagles, has issued a stern warning to the Russian national team in advance of Friday’s international friendly match in Moscow. The former Watford defender claimed that Eric Chelle’s squad is aware of Russia’s capabilities and limitations. During a news conference held by the Russian Football Union on Thursday, in … Read more

Super Eagles to keep winning streak against Russia, according to Chelle

The head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has stressed the importance of maintaining the team’s winning streak. The Malian has guided the three-time African champions to a 3–1 record in matches played. Chelle’s squad is jubilant after a successful campaign in the Unity Cup, where they won the trophy after defeating long-time rivals … Read more

Stunned Chelsea custodian Kepa joins Arsenal

Kepa Arrizabalaga, Chelsea’s custodian, may be surprised to hear that Premier League rivals Arsenal are interested in signing him this summer. Kepa was loaned out to Bournemouth for the entire 2018–19 season. While the Spaniard is anticipated to leave again—whether temporarily or permanently—he will be returning to Stamford Bridge. Mikel Arteta, manager of Arsenal, is … Read more

Cynosure FC chairman faces allegations of match-fixing; NLO to probe

Allegations of match-fixing against Cynosure FC’s chairman have prompted an investigation by the Nationwide League One (NLO). In an effort to swing a league match in his team’s advantage, the Ebonyi-based club’s chairman allegedly made a move. Chief Operating Officer Olushola Ogunnowo of NLO wrote to the chairman of Cynosure via the Ebonyi State Football … Read more

Goals scored by Nigerian duo propel Rizezpor to victory against Hatayspor

In Saturday’s 5-2 victory over Hatayspor, Caykur Rizezpor had two Nigerians—Ibrahim Olawoyin and David Akintola—as goal scorers. For both teams, it was the season-ending league encounter. In the 42nd minute, Akintola scored the first goal of the match. The 29-year-old scored three goals in 32 games for the season. At the very last second of … Read more