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Newcastle United are interested in signing the Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza.  The 26-year-old will be out of contract at the end of the season, and he could be available for a nominal price in January. The La Liga outfit might not be keen on losing him for free at the end of the season. It would make sense for …

Inter wing-back Federico Dimarco has downplayed any hopes of a miraculous late surge in Italy’s World Cup qualifying group, admitting that overtaking Norway is “impossible” ahead of the final match. Speaking in a press conference before the game, with quotes via FCInterNews, the Inter wing-back said: “Turning it around is difficult, actually, impossible. Beyond a 9-0 turnaround, this is our …

Swedru All Blacks extended their winless run to four matches after being held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Hearts of Oak at the Swedru Sports Stadium on Saturday afternoon, despite creating the better chances in a lively Ghana Premier League encounter.The league returnees, desperate to halt their difficult run of results, produced one of their most spirited performances of …

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.

Crystal Palace defender Daniel Munoz has been linked with a move away from the club.  The 29-year-old has done quite well since joining Crystal Palace, and naturally, he has been linked with other clubs. The player has now admitted that there are a few clubs he wants to join in future. Munoz has been linked with Chelsea. The full-back has …

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.

Ghanaian singer and songwriter, King Promise has disclosed Michael Essien's influence in becoming a staunch Chelsea fan.The former Black Stars midfielder, who currently serve as an assistant coach to Danish outfit FC Nordjaelland left an indelible mark at Chelsea, helping the club to annex the UEFA Champions League title and several domestic trophies.Essien joined the Premier league giants in 2005 …

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has fired back at Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso, responding to the Azzurri boss’s recent comments about the World Cup qualifying format. Speaking to DSports, with quotes via the Corriere dello Sport, the Argentina and Aston Villa goalkeeper stressed the unique difficulties of playing in South America compared to Europe: “They always play on perfect, watered pitches… …

Head coach of Dreams FC, Wilfred Dormon says his outfit will not underestimate Hohoe United ahead of the Ghana Premier League clash on Sunday.The Still Believe lads will play host to Hohoe United in matchday 10 of the domestic top-flight, scheduled for Sunday, November 16, 2025 at the Tuba Astro Turf.Dreams FC, who recently made a mark in the CAF …

Tottenham Hotspur have been continuously linked with a move for the Japanese international attacker, Takefusa Kubo.  The 24-year-old has done quite well for La Liga outfit Real Sociedad, and he has the technical attributes to do well in the Premier League as well. Tottenham could use more cutting-edge in the final third, and it remains to be seen whether they …

Italy national team head coach Gennaro Gattuso decided against saying too much more about the World Cup qualification process, which will almost certainly see Italy condemned to the play-offs for the third time in a row, as he says: ‘I hear they’re massacring me in South America’.  Italy are second in UEFA Group I in World Cup qualification ahead of …

Zion Suzuki, who is expected to be sidelined for three to four months, is a serious loss for Parma.  The goalkeeper is one of Parma’s biggest strengths, and now, following his injury, they have been left with the promising Edoardo Corvi and youngster Filippo Rinaldi to replace him.  That cover might not be enough to keep Parma happy, or comfortable, …

Nigeria can heave a big sigh of relief as midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been cleared to feature against DR Congo in the 2026 African World Cup playoff final.The former Leicester City was initially ruled out of the decisive clash due to yellow cards accumulation. Upon review, the continental football governing body has confirmed Ndidi’s eligibility for the DR Congo clash, …

Manchester United are interested in signing the Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes.  The 24-year-old Brazilian has done well in the Premier League, and Gomes is on the shortlist of midfielders Manchester United are currently looking at. Wolves could be under pressure to sell the player at the end of the season, especially if they are relegated. The midfielder will want to …

Gennaro Gattuso has confirmed that Davide Frattesi will start for Italy against Norway in World Cup qualifying on Sunday evening, has suggested that either Gianluca Mancini or Alessandro Buongiorno will start at the back, and has explained why Riccardo Calafiori and Sandro Tonali will watch from the stands.  The CT sat down for his pre-match press conference on Saturday afternoon …