Didier Deschamps, the 56 year old manager of the French national football team, is set to step down as the national team coach having cemented his place in the country’s in football history. Appointed manager in 2012, Deschamps brought stability and success to Les Bleus, leading the team to numerous accolades. Deschamps’ achievements include winning the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the 2021 UEFA Nations League. These makes him one of France’s most successful coaches. Under his leadership, Deschamps revitalized a team in transition after a disappointing 2010 World Cup campaign. Didier Deschamps to step down as France Coach Deschamps’…
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The highly anticipated EFL Cup semi-final clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool is set to ignite football fans tonight at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Both teams are eager to secure an advantage in the first leg of this thrilling tie. EFL Cup Semi-final 2: Team Overview Tottenham Hotspur Manager Ange Postecoglou faces a daunting task as his Spurs side struggles with a depleted squad. With 10 first-team players unavailable due to injuries and suspensions, the North London club is under immense pressure to deliver. Key absentees include creative midfielder James Maddison and the energetic Pape Matar Sarr, both serving suspensions.…
Things to know about Eric Chelle: The Malian has been appointed as the head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, news confirmed by the country’s football federation on the eve of Tuesday. The announcement brings an inevitable end to a prolonged search for Jose Peseiro’s successor since the Portuguese decided to call quit his association with the nation in March last year. Although there was the stint under Finidi George, but there was never the assurance that the now Rivers United manager can sustain the position on a long-term. Also, it brings an end to the interim reign of Austin Eguavoen,…
The highly anticipated Carabao Cup semi-final first leg is set to kick off tonight, pitting two Premier League powerhouses, Arsenal and Newcastle United, against each other at the Emirates Stadium. Both teams, known for their attacking prowess and defensive solidity, are poised to deliver a thrilling encounter as they vie for domestic silverware. Arsenal’s Journey to the Semi-Finals Under the guidance of Mikel Arteta, Arsenal have demonstrated their hunger for trophies with a series of impressive performances. The Gunners edged past Crystal Palace in a nail-biting 3-2 victory in the quarter-finals, with Gabriel Jesus stealing the show with a hat-trick.…
From a Vinicius red card to a Madrid comeback, to Barcelona drama about registration and Manchester united staging a strong display at Anfield and a father beating his son (Figuratively), buckle your seats and grab your popcorn because it’s about to be an intriguing show. THINGS YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED THIS WEEKEND 1. REAL MADRID DRAMA AT MESTELLA Jude Bellingham was the name on every Madridsta’s lips on Friday after he scored one and assisted another against Valencia despite missing a penalty himself. The game started a bit rocky, with Valencia taking the lead 27 minutes into the first half…
Liverpool forward, Mohamed Salah, has ignited speculation about his future, hinting that this season might be his last at Anfield. In an interview with Sky Sports, Salah acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding his contract renewal but emphasized his unwavering commitment to achieving greatness with the club. “This is my last year at Liverpool,” Salah said, addressing the ongoing contract discussions. “But my focus is on the present. I want to create something special for the fans and this team.” Mohamed Salah’s current contract is set to expire at the end of the season, making him eligible to leave as a free…
Nico Williams, having failed to accept a move to Barcelona in the summer, is again back in the news, not only because of the Catalan giants’ struggles to register Dani Olmo but also due to the speculations linking him away from Athletic Club in the January window. Nico Williams is stealing the headlines in another transfer window, but his season so far prescribes caution for elite teams, who are on the lookout for world class left-wingers, because the Bilbao priced asset still lacks the consistency required of players of the statue he eyes. The 22-year-old had a stellar campaign with…
Sodiq Ismail, the Nigerian professional footballer who plays for Remo Stars as a right back has agreed to join Albanian top flight club, FK Partizani. The news of his Transfer was broken by Nigerian Transfer Expert, Mike the pundit via his X handle. Sodiq Ismail off to Albania According to him, the fullback medical is scheduled for this week upon the right back’s arrival. The Super Eagles defender will put pen to paper on a three-year deal with the Albanian Club. The ogbomosho-born right-back has three goals in the League and found the back of the net once against AS…
Manchester City put on a strong performance on December 29, 2024, defeating Leicester City 2-0 at the King Power Stadium. This important win could be a turning point in their Premier League season, ending a tough four-match losing streak and reigniting their hopes for the rest of the year. A Game-Changing Victory for Manchester City In this crucial match, Manchester City showed their strength and smart tactics. Goals from star players Sávio and Haaland secured the win, giving a much-needed boost to a team that has struggled to find its rhythm lately. The victory highlighted their depth, creativity, and determination…
Pep Guardiola has made it clear that he is fully committed to turning Manchester City’s season around, despite facing a tough stretch. Even though the team has been struggling recently, with just one win in their last 13 matches, Pep Guardiola remains focused on improving their performance and achieving their goals for the rest of the season. City’s current form has been disappointing, with the team sitting in seventh place in the Premier League, 14 points behind leaders Liverpool. Pep Guardiola on poor form Pep Guardiola has pointed to several factors behind this dip in form, including injuries to key…