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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.

Ademola Lookman put on a brilliant show and was deservedly named Man of the Match as Nigeria cruised to a 4–0 win over Mozambique to book their place in the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals.Operating from the left, he set the tone with the opening goal and never stopped tormenting the Mozambican defence.Nigeria thought they had scored inside two minutes through Victor …

Liverpool continue to struggle in the league but their star player Mohamed Salah is on a mission at AFCON. Salah, recently the subject of an intense and, many would argue, borderline xenophobic witch hunt in England, delivered a stunning masterclass to book Egypt’s place in the AFCON quarter-finals. Salah’s dominant displays on the international stage is more than just a …

The Ghanaian boy got the winning goal for Leicester City against West Brom.Fatawu Issahaku is special pic.twitter.com/vGKNCeUWYL 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 …

Ghana striker Jordan Ayew scored his first goal in 2026 on Monday night when Leicester City played against West Bromwich Albion in the English Championship.In a Round 16 fixture played at the King Power Stadium, Ayew opened the scoring after just 18 minutes into the first half, showing great desire to convert a cut-back pass from Jordan James.[video width="640" height="360" …

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 …

Liverpool are reportedly on the verge of completing a deal for highly-rated Senegalese defender Mor Ndiaye, according to fresh reports from Merseyside. According to Liverpool Echo journalist Paul Gorst, the Reds are “closing in” on the left-sided centre-back, who caught the eye of scouts with his commanding performances for Senegal at the recent U17 World Cup in Qatar. The deal …

Although practically everyone was critical of the decision, the AIA (Italian Referees Association) insist it was correct to revoke the penalty in Fiorentina 1-0 Cremonese. The incident caused a great deal of controversy, with pundits from DAZN, Sky Sport Italia and more all adamant this represented an over-reach of VAR and well beyond the remit of the ‘clear and obvious …

Atletico Madrid director Mateu Alemany warns Roma and Lazio that Giacomo Raspadori is in no rush to leave. ‘There’s nothing more to it.’ The forward only made the transfer from Scudetto winners Napoli over the summer for €22m plus performance-related bonuses. He has struggled for regular playing time in Spain, but still contributed two goals and three assists in 15 …

Both Atalanta and Roma were furious with the refereeing after their match, but the official verdict has been now handed down on those controversial decisions by Andrea De Marco. The 1-0 win in Bergamo over the weekend sparked anger from both sides, as Gianluca Scamacca had a goal disallowed for an offside in the build-up, while there were complaints about …

The January transfer window has taken a dramatic turn as Manchester City have emerged as shock contenders to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi. Pep Guardiola’s side may be forced into the market following a defensive injury crisis, with Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol both suffering injuries. The move could see the Premier League champions hijack a deal for a …

Yasser Ibrahim put in a rock solid display at the back and then became the hero at the other end, scoring the goal that carried Egypt to a 3–1 extra time win over Benin in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 in Agadir. The Pharaohs had to dig deep, but their experienced centre-back rose to the occasion when it mattered most.After …

Fiorentina are considering the arrival of Cyril Ngonge from Torino, taking over the loan from Napoli, but negotiations are said to be at a very early stage. The Viola are in dire need of reinforcements as they sit at the foot of the table, so incoming director of sport Fabio Paratici is preparing a revolution of the squad in January. …

Quick take: Injury outlook: depth players may get minutes, but the knock could strain the side’s rhythm. Recovery timelines will guide expectations; international duty could also be impacted. 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 sources.

France's Maghnes Akliouche and Jean-Philippe Mateta. (REUTERS/Benoit Tessier) Tottenham Hotspur’s difficult first half of the season continued to frustrate on Thursday night as they were held to a late draw, a result that further intensified the pressure on head coach Thomas Frank. Spurs appeared on course for a much-needed win when Ben Davies finally broke his long scoring drought, but …