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Fresh crisis brews in Surulere as residents resist Elliot’s continued stay in Assembly

A broad coalition of political stakeholders and residents in Surulere has advised the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, against any attempt to impose Desmond Elliot for a fourth term as member representing Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly. The group, under the aegis of the Surulere Accountability Front read more Fresh…

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Atletico Madrid Concerned Over Lookman’s Heavy International Workload

Atletico Madrid Concerned Over Lookman’s Heavy International Workload

Atletico Madrid are reportedly dissatisfied with how Ademola Lookman was deployed by Nigeria national football team during the March international break. The Spanish club, who signed the forward for €35 million after his standout performances at the 2025 AFCON, have been cautious with his playing time since his arrival. Under manager Diego Simeone, Lookman has yet to complete a…

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Sundowns Cruise Past Chippa United to Go Top of Betway Premiership

Sundowns Cruise Past Chippa United to Go Top of Betway Premiership

Mamelodi Sundowns delivered a commanding performance to defeat Chippa United 4-1 in a Betway Premiership clash at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Friday night. The win sees Sundowns climb to the summit of the league standings, moving two points ahead of Orlando Pirates. Coached by Miguel Cardoso, the side could stretch their advantage further with another victory in their next…

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Osimhen Crowned Turkish Footballer Of The Year Award

Osimhen Crowned Turkish Footballer Of The Year Award

Nigerian international Victor Osimhen has been crowned Footballer of the Year at the 72nd Annual Milliyet Sports Awards, further cementing his status as one of Africa’s finest exports in European football. The prestigious awards, widely regarded as one of Turkey’s highest sporting honours, recognised Osimhen’s outstanding performances for Galatasaray, where he played a pivotal role in the club’s domestic…

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Victor Wanyama Retires from Football

Victor Wanyama Retires from Football

A chapter in African football history has closed as Victor Wanyama officially announces his retirement, bringing an end to a career defined by resilience, leadership, and lasting impact. From humble beginnings on the streets of Nairobi to commanding midfields on some of football’s grandest stages, Wanyama’s journey stands as a powerful testament to determination and excellence. Renowned for his…

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Mbappé knee controversy : Real Madrid’s strong response

Mbappé knee controversy : Real Madrid’s strong response

Real Madrid has finally responded to the controversy surrounding Kylian Mbappé’s knee injury during the international break. Reports had suggested that the club’s medical staff treated the wrong knee, sparking widespread debate. The French forward quickly denied the claims, stating: “No, the information about the wrong knee is not true… when you don’t communicate, it leaves room for interpretation.”…

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Karel Geraerts clarifies why Zabi sat out for Reims

Karel Geraerts clarifies why Zabi sat out for Reims

Ivorian midfielder Patrick Zabi appears to have lost his place in Karel Geraerts rotation at Stade de Reims in France’s Ligue 2. After sitting on the bench against Rodez, the future Paris FC player was completely left out of the squad for the away match at Guingamp. When asked on Thursday, the Reims coach justified this absence as a…

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Ernest Poku speaks out on his season at Leverkusen

Ernest Poku speaks out on his season at Leverkusen

Ernest Poku, a player of Ghanaian descent, spoke to VoetbalPrimeur about the end of the season at Leverkusen following the friendly match between the Dutch U-21 team and Belgium’s U-21 team. The 22-year-old winger has already scored a few goals for Leverkusen. Poku still has clear goals in mind. “For now, I just want to play as much as…

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Joachim Löw Linked With Shock Ghana Return Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Joachim Löw Linked With Shock Ghana Return Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Reports emerging from multiple sources suggest that former Joachim Löw is on the verge of a sensational appointment as head coach of the Ghana national football team, with the 2026 FIFA World Cup fast approaching. The 2014 World Cup-winning manager has been out of the dugout for several years following his departure from the German national team, but could…

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DR Congo Beneficiary of Djibouti Withdrawal

DR Congo Beneficiary of Djibouti Withdrawal

The landscape of the U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, scheduled to take place in Morocco in 2026, has just taken an unexpected turn. The Djibouti national team has officially announced its withdrawal from the competition, thereby forfeiting its participation in the qualifying rounds. This withdrawal is a game-changer for the African Zone bracket, leaving a gap in the initial…

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