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Medeama SC will look to tighten their grip at the summit of the Ghana Premier League when they host Young Apostles on Sunday at the Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium, as the second half of the 2025/26 season gets underway. The league leaders come into the fixture full of confidence after edging Hearts of Oak 10 last weekend, a result that …

Inter-Napoli tomorrow: everything about the showdown Barella-McTominay, Scudetto in the middle Milan have convinced the goalkeeper Same salary as Leao until 2030, the deal is about to be finalised. Commissions the last issue. Spalletti wants a full-back: here’s Mazraoui Roma to the assault: Dybala looking for a goal, Dea have the Toro exam Pavlovic digs a hole. Penalty skyrocketed, De …

Chelsea are reportedly one of the clubs to have made an enquiry about signing highly-rated Wolves wonderkid Mateus Mane. The 18-year-old forward, who was born in Portugal but who represents England Under-18s, has scored two goals in ten Premier League appearances in his career so far. Despite his relative inexperience, Mane has made a real impression, with the likes of …

Yaya Touré has welcomed Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City, offering public congratulations as the Ghana forward takes a major step in his career.The City legend took to social media shortly after the transfer was confirmed, acknowledging the significance of the move and the milestone it represents for the 26-year-old attacker.“Antoine, a short message to say congratulation to your move to …

Manchester United are internally discussing as many as five main candidates to take over as the club’s permanent manager next season. As first reported here for the Daily Briefing, my understanding is that Old Trafford chiefs are particularly keen on Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner. Glasner is currently considered the frontrunner, with one source telling me: “Manchester United have been …

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is reportedly keen for the club to invest €25m in the potential transfer of Atletico Madrid attacking midfielder Thiago Almada. The Argentina international has long looked like a big prospect, but at the age of 24 now, he’s seeing his career stall a little at Atletico. According to a report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, Villa …

Tottenham are reportedly entering the race to sign West Ham United midfielder Lucas Paqueta, even though he’s already said yes to a return to Flamengo. The Brazilian looks set to be made available by West Ham as they seek funds to balance the books, and it seems he could be set to return to his first club. Paqueta was at …

Former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar is reportedly planning on becoming a professional poker player once he retires from football. The Brazilian forward, currently back at his first club Santos, still has a few years left in him at the highest level, but it seems he’s already planning for his post-playing career. Neymar has competed at poker tournaments before, …

Ghana Premier League side Dreams FC have completed a permanent transfer for defender Thomas Coffie, securing the left wing-back on a two-year contract.The move sees the talented player make a significant step up, joining the top-flight club from Division One League side Home Stars.The acquisition of Coffie strengthens Dreams FC's defensive options ahead of the second half of the season, …

Quick take: Big picture: the update fits broader trends across the league with schedule pressure and tight tables. Supporters will watch for clarity from training ground reports and official briefings. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Quick take: Big picture: the update fits broader trends across the league with schedule pressure and tight tables. Supporters will watch for clarity from training ground reports and official briefings. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Ismail Saibari delivered an outstanding performance and walked away with the Man of the Match award as Morocco beat Cameroon 2–0 in Rabat to book their place in the AFCON 2025 semi-finals.Under the lights at the packed Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, the Atlas Lions played with authority and confidence, answering critics who had questioned their form after a nervy Round …

Quick take: Match context: momentum and small details could decide this one, especially set-pieces and transitions. Form and fitness will matter; expect managers to rotate carefully around the congested schedule. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Quick take: Match context: momentum and small details could decide this one, especially set-pieces and transitions. Form and fitness will matter; expect managers to rotate carefully around the congested schedule. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Quick take: Match context: momentum and small details could decide this one, especially set-pieces and transitions. Form and fitness will matter; expect managers to rotate carefully around the congested schedule. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.