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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. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Tottenham Hotspur and Ghana midfielder Mohammed Kudus has emerged as Europe’s most elusive dribbler, leading all players across the top five leagues with 32 completed dribbles so far this season.According to data from Opta, Kudus’s total puts him ahead of established names such as Vinicius Jr, Lamine Yamal, Jeremy Doku and Nico Williams, underlining his explosive start to life at Tottenham. His ability to glide past opponents and create openings has quickly made him a key figure in Thomas Frank’s side.Since arriving from West Ham United, Kudus has seamlessly adapted to Tottenham’s fluid attacking system, combining pace, close control, and balance to torment defenders. The 24-year-old has also contributed one goal and four assists in the Premier League, but it is his confidence on the ball that has particularly stood out.Kudus’s dribbling success has added a new dynamic to Spurs’ attack, offering unpredictability and flair in the final third. His performances have earned praise from pundits across England, with many tipping him to become one of the league’s most exciting creative players this season.With upcoming fixtures against Chelsea and Manchester United in the Premier League, Kudus will look to maintain his form and extend his lead...

3 - Mohammed Kudus and Richarlison have combined for three goals in the Premier League this season (3 Kudus assists), the most common goal combination in the competition this season. Synergy. pic.twitter.com/OWqszwVqUx

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that the Super Eagles will open camp in Rabat, Morocco, on Sunday, November 9, as preparations begin for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs.Head coach Eric Chelle is expected to unveil his squad list for the crucial mini-tournament next week, as Nigeria target qualification for the intercontinental playoffs, a pathway that could secure Africa’s 10th World Cup slot.The Super Eagles will face Gabon’s Panthers in the first semi-final on Thursday, November 13, while Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo will contest the second semi-final. The winners of both matches will meet in the final, with the eventual champion earning the right to compete in the intercontinental playoff.The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is set to conduct a draw today (Thursday) to determine the venues for the matches. However, both the El Barid Stadium and the Prince Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex in Rabat have been earmarked as potential hosts for the fixtures.Nigeria are aiming to return to the World Cup after missing out on the 2022 edition in Qatar, and Chelle’s side will be eager to make a strong statement when camp opens next week.

West Ham United are interested in signing the Barcelona prodigy Dro Fernandez. 

Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing the Boca Juniors prospect Milton Delgado.

Alberto Gilardino saw a positive performance from Pisa to hold Lazio in a goalless draw, representing ‘another brick in the wall for our self-confidence.’

Maurizio Sarri admits he was ‘forced to try something different’ at Lazio with the transfer embargo, so he has ‘reasons to enjoy it, a few more reasons to be annoyed, I’ll take that.’

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Jarrod Bowen and Samu Aghehowa next season. 

Chelsea are interested in signing the Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz.

The conversation between new Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti and goalkeeper Mattia Perin is going viral, as it already sets the scene for this different era.

Liverpool are interested in signing the Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck.

As both Pisa and Lazio had big chances and forced tough saves, they had to share the points on a rainy night in Tuscany.

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.

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. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.