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Standard Liege striker Thomas Henry has now revealed that Leicester City director Jon Rudkin blocked his move to Swansea City a few years ago. The French attacker has revealed that Swansea City wanted to sign him during his time with the Oh Leuven, but the Foxes’ sporting director Jon Rudkin blocked the move, despite repeated requests from the player. “I …

USMNT international Christian Pulisic is the Serie A player with the highest average player rating, just above his teammate Luka Modric. Milan star Pulisic is the best player in Serie A so far, according to average player ratings from Italian sports papers (via Fantacalcio). Pulisic is the best-placed among the players with at least 50% appearances in Serie A this …

Sunderland defender Arthur Masuaku wants to leave the club when the transfer window opens in January. According to a report from Foot RDC, the DR Congo International wants a fresh start next month. He has not been a regular starter for Sunderland, and the move has not worked out for him. His last appearance for the Premier League came against …

Basake Holy Stars FC welcome Hohoe United for the final Ghana Premier League fixture of 2025, with both sides targeting a strong first-round finish.Holy Stars come into the encounter in encouraging form, unbeaten in their last five matches. Their home record has been a key strength this season, having suffered just one defeat at the AAK II Sports Arena. That …

Egypt became the first team to secure qualification to the knockout stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over South Africa in a tense Group B encounter in Agadir on Friday.As expected, the contest was finely balanced, but Egypt found the decisive moment just before the interval through captain Mohamed Salah. The forward converted …

Hearts of Oak climbed to second place in the Ghana Premier League after edging Samartex 1-0 at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon on Friday.The visitors nearly stunned the Phobians inside two minutes when Christian Agyenim Boateng capitalised on an error from Abdul Karim, but his effort struck the face of goalkeeper Solomon Agbasi to spare Hearts.The home side …

Winfred Dormon knows the task ahead will not be easy as Dreams FC prepares for a tough test against Bibiani Gold Stars.The head coach framed the fixture as a major challenge and stressed the need for focus and fight across ninety minutes.Dreams FC come into the match with mixed form, having won two and lost three of their last five …

El Chadaile Bitshiabu has been linked with a move to Leeds United in recent weeks. The 20-year-old French defender has struggled for regular opportunities at the German club, and he needs to move on to play more often. According to a report from Fussball Transfers, RB Leipzig have decided that they will not sell the defender in January. However, they …

Quick take: Touchline talk: leadership changes often bring short-term energy but require time for structure. Watch for shifts in pressing triggers, build-up patterns, and set-piece routines. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Dreams FC coach Winfred Dormon is focused on turning strong displays into points on the road as his side prepares for Bibiani Gold Stars.He feels the team’s form has been mixed, with steady home outings and promising away shows that have not brought rewards.In their last five matches, Dreams have won two and lost three, a run that leaves them …

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is frustrated with the lack of opportunities at the club, and he has been linked with a move away in January.  The 20-year-old is a promising young player with a bright future, but he has struggled to hold down a starting spot at Manchester United. There have been links with top European clubs, and it …

Winfred Dormon steps into the weekend with a plan and focus as Dreams FC prepare to face champions Bibiani Gold Stars.The Dreams coach has spent the week shaping his side after a mixed run of form that has brought two wins and three losses in their last five matches. Results have been uneven, but the mood in camp remains steady, …

Arsenal are hoping to sign the AC Milan defender, Davide Bartesaghi.  The 19-year-old has established himself as an important player for the Italian club, and Arsenal have been monitoring his progress. According to a report from MilanLive, Arsenal are prepared to pay €25 million in order to get the deal done. However, their approach has been knocked back. The Italian …

Roma host Daniele De Rossi’s Genoa on December 29, which could be the last game before big January changes for the Giallorossi. Roma-Genoa will be the last game of Serie A Week 17, and it will be more meaningful than what the table might suggest. The Giallorossi have lost three of the last five league games but still sit 4th …

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