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As the January transfer window approaches, clubs looking for a bargain may be wise to explore players whose deals are running down in the summer.

[caption id="attachment_1277837" align="alignnone" width="830"] Karim Zito[/caption]Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has stressed that his team must build on their victory over Eleven Wonders on Wednesday to help their ambition to clinch the Ghana Premier League title.The experienced tactician insists that his teams goal to emerge as champions at the end of the 2025/26 season remains unchanged, 15 matches into the season.Speaking in a post-match interview after Asante Kotoko brushed aside Eleven Wonders with a 2-0 triumph, Karim Zito shared his delight, insisting that the result is vital for his teams title push.Its not beyond our ability to beat Eleven Wonders. My happiness lies in the step we have made in the chase for the league title, so Im very happy. If we can win today 2-0, its a plus for us, Karim Zito said.The Kotoko coach added, We need to win, especially our home matches. If we want to win the league, then definitely we have to win our home matches.The win over Eleven Wonders has taken Asante Kotoko to third in the Ghana Premier League table. The Reds are on 27 points, just one behind league leaders Aduana FC. Up next for the Kumasi-based side, they will take on Bechem United during Week 16. 

The head coach of Eleven Wonders, Emmanuel Aidoo, shared his disappointment on Wednesday, after his team suffered a 2-0 defeat to Asante Kotoko in the Ghana Premier League.Wonders hosted the Porcupine Warriors at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, hoping to securewhat would have been just their second win of the 2025/26 league campaign.Speaking in his post-match interview after the defeat, Coach Aidoo acknowledged that his players didn’t play badly, but bemoaned how they committed silly mistakes in the second half.“We have lost, so you can’t praise a team that has lost. I think the players did what they were supposed to do. In the second half, we committed some silly mistakes which led to the second goal,” the Eleven Wonders coach said.With relegation staring in the face of Eleven Wonders, Emmanuel Aidoo insists that his team must double their efforts in the upcoming matches.“We have been trying to do our best, but it’s just not enough. We need to do more,” Aidoo said.The defeat to Asante Kotoko means Eleven Wonders stay bottom of the Ghana Premier League standings after 15 matches.

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West Ham United are interested in signing the Wolverhampton wonder striker Jorgen Strand Larsen during the January transfer window.

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Former Lazio midfielder Luis Alberto believes the Biancocelesti are showing clear signs of improvement under Maurizio Sarri, despite the difficulties that have shaped their current campaign.

Zinedine Zidane received a warm ovation from the crowd in Rabat after appearing on the big screen during Algeria’s Africa Cup of Nations match against Sudan, creating one of the standout off-field moments of the evening.The former France captain and World Cup winner was in the stands to watch his son, Luca Zidane, who was starting in goal for Algeria in their Group E encounter. As his image flashed across the screens, supporters responded with loud applause, acknowledging one of football’s most respected figures.Luca, who has represented France at youth level, has established himself as Algeria’s first-choice goalkeeper and delivered a composed performance as the North Africans claimed a convincing 3-0 victory.Zidane’s presence added extra attention to the fixture, underlining the family connection at the heart of the occasion. While the focus remained firmly on Algeria’s performance on the pitch, the ovation for the former Real Madrid coach highlighted the respect he continues to command across the football world.Algeria’s win strengthened their position in Group E and reinforced their early intent at the tournament.

Riyad Mahrez. Enough said. The TotalEnergies Man of the Match for Algeria vs Sudan. #TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 | @Football2Gether pic.twitter.com/tbDujhLPvO

Burkina Faso produced a moment that will live long in Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) history after becoming the first team to win a match in regulation time despite trailing as late as the 95th minute.The historic feat came during their dramatic 2-1 Group E victory over Equatorial Guinea in Casablanca on Wednesday. What appeared to be an afternoon of frustration for the Stallions turned into sheer disbelief in the dying moments, as they scored twice deep into stoppage time to snatch all three points.Equatorial Guinea, reduced to 10 men early in the second half, had stunned Burkina Faso in the 85th minute when substitute Marvin Aniebo headed home from a corner. With time running out, Burkina Faso pushed everyone forward, refusing to accept defeat despite the late setback.Their persistence paid off in the fifth minute of added time when substitute Georgi Minougou reacted quickest inside the box to level the score. Just moments later, Edmond Tapsoba completed the turnaround, powering home the winner to spark wild celebrations among players and supporters.Minougous goal also marked a significant milestone, becoming Burkina Fasos 50th goal at the AFCON since the country adopted its current name. Before that, Upper Volta had scored only two goals in the competition.

Burkina Faso defender Edmond Tapsoba expressed pride and satisfaction after playing a decisive role in his side’s dramatic comeback victory, describing the win as a reflection of the team’s character and collective belief.Tapsoba, who scored the stoppage-time winner and was named Man of the Match, said the Stallions never doubted their ability to turn the game around despite trailing late on.“I feel great joy after this victory. We did not give up after going behind; we scored two goals and won the match,” he said. “I’m happy with what is happening to us in this tournament. We believed we could come back in the game, and it is in our nature not to stop or lose belief when we are trailing or facing defeat.”The Burkina Faso defender was keen to deflect individual praise, insisting the award belonged to the entire squad rather than himself alone.“This Man of the Match award is the result of collective work by our entire team, and I dedicate it to all the members of the Burkina Faso national team,” Tapsoba added.Burkina Faso’s late turnaround underlined their resilience and lifted them to the top of Group E, reinforcing their credentials as...

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Liverpool are interested in signing the Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic.