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Inter midfielder Piotr Zielinski hit an early contender for goal of the season with a wonderful volley to open the scoring in his side’s Serie A match away against Hellas Verona on Sunday afternoon. 

Eleven Wonders FC have announced the appointment of experienced tactician Josef Emmanuel Sarpong as their new head coach, effective immediately, GHANAsoccernet.com can confirm The club confirmed the news in an official statement released on Sunday, November 2, 2025.Coach Sarpong, who boasts over 15 years of coaching experience, steps into the role with a clear mission - to revive the struggling newly-promoted side after a difficult start to the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League campaign.Wonders have managed just two points from their opening seven matches, leaving them languishing near the bottom of the table.The seasoned trainer replaces Nii Odartey Lamptey, who parted ways with the club following a disappointing run of results that failed to yield a single win.Sarpong, renowned for his tactical acumen and ability to rebuild underperforming teams, will begin his tenure immediately as the team prepares to face Aduana FC in their next league fixture.Club officials expressed confidence that Sarpong’s vast experience, which includes league promotions and cup successes, will bring renewed energy and focus to the squad.The veteran coach is expected to inject much-needed stability and inspire a turnaround as Wonders aim to climb up the league standings.

Trent Alexander-Arnold left Liverpool in the summer to sign for Real Madrid on a cut-price deal, made possible due to his expiring contract at Anfield. Much was made of that move at the time, but so far, the right-back has struggled for prominence at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Newcastle United are being linked with a move for one of their former players.

Inter head coach Cristian Chivu has opened up about his return to Verona, where he once suffered a career-threatening head injury, and has spoken about the return of Josep Martinez to the matchday squad, just four days after he was involved in a car accident that resulted in the death of an 81-year-old man near the club’s training ground. 

Inter try to close on the leaders with Ange-Yoan Bonny, Lautaro Martinez and Hakan Calhanoglu as they visit a Verona side looking for their first victory.

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Luciano Spalletti got his Juventus tenure off to a winning start with a 2-1 victory away against Cremonese in Serie A on Saturday evening, and four Bianoneri players have earned individual praise from the press after a second consecutive Bianconeri victory in the league. 

Roma legend Daniele De Rossi is reportedly among the potential candidates to replace Patrick Vieira as head coach of Genoa, following the Frenchman’s sacking at the start of the weekend. 

Liverpool have had a very difficult few weeks, but they managed to end their run of poor form with victory over Aston Villa on Saturday night. It was an accomplished team performance from the reigning Premier League champions, although there was focus on a number of individuals in the aftermath of the Anfield clash.

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has voiced doubts about Benjamin Sesko’s early performances at Old Trafford, claiming the £74 million summer signing from RB Leipzig still has a long way to go to justify his hefty price tag.

It’s a different Juve 

The maiden MTN Elite U19 Championship reaches its climax on Sunday as Eastern Region face Brong Ahafo in the grand finale at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.Both sides advanced through tense semi-finals. Eastern Region defeated Greater Accra on penalties after a 2-2 draw, while Brong Ahafo edged Ashanti Region 5-3 on spot kicks following a goalless game.Guided by coach Godie Nana Mensah, Eastern Region topped Group A, beating Western, Upper West and Brong Ahafo, with their only loss coming against Northern Region. They will aim to repeat their 1-0 group stage win over Brong Ahafo but remain cautious of their opponent’s resurgence.Brong Ahafo, coached by John Danso Nimade, have improved steadily throughout the tournament. Creative midfielder Gideon Otabil has been central to their success, impressing scouts with his technical quality and composure.The final promises a tight, tactical contest between two in-form teams chasing the ultimate prize.Running from October 23 to November 2, 2025, the tournament has showcased Ghana’s top young talents, reaffirming MTN Ghana and the GFA’s commitment to youth football development.

Benjamin Tetteh continued his superb scoring form with a first-half brace as NK Maribor defeated NK Bravo 3-2 in an entertaining Slovenian Prva Liga encounter at the Stozice Stadium on Saturday afternoon.The Ghanaian forward was once again the difference-maker for the Violets, inspiring Feda Dudics side to a comeback victory after they fell behind early in Ljubljana.Bravo made a dream start, taking the lead in the 5th minute when Stankovics shot took a wicked deflection off Rekik and wrong-footed goalkeeper Jug.But Maribor, showing character and purpose, turned the game on its head through their in-form striker.Tetteh first restored parity in the 18th minute, smashing home after Reghba and Sirvys combined brilliantly down the right flank.Just three minutes later, he completed the turnaround - pouncing on a defensive error to race clear and slot past Likar for his second of the afternoon and his tenth goal of the season.Maribor extended their advantage eight minutes after the break when Tshipambas cross found Pejicic, who followed up his own rebound to make it 3-1.The home side pulled one back in the 77th minute through Ivansek, but Maribor held firm to claim all three points despite late pressure.Tettehs double takes his tally to 10 goals and 3 assists in 14 league appearances this season, underlining his status as one of the most prolific forwards in the Slovenian top flight.

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee is rapidly becoming one of the most in-demand players ahead of the January transfer window, with several Premier League and European clubs preparing moves for the Dutch forward.