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Manchester United full-back Diogo Dalot has reportedly become a surprise transfer target for Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. According to journalist Ekrem Konur, the Portugal international is looking set to be at the centre of a bidding war as both Real and Bayern want him as cover due to injuries in their defences. See below for details as Konur has …

Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito insists his team remains determined to clinch the Ghana Premier League title despite trailing Medeama SC by eight points.After 20 games this season, the Porcupine Warriors occupy second place on the league table, with Medeama leading on 43 points.“It’s a marathon race. Some teams can start well, but there may be moments when the …

Asante Kotoko coach Karim Zito has declared that they have the best players in the Ghanaian topflight.The Porcupine Warriors currently remain in the 2nd position in the ongoing 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season, with eight points separating them and league leaders, Medeama SC, who have 43 points.After a convincing 3-0 win against Basake Holy Stars last weekend, Kotoko will be on …

Bechem United coach Kobina Amissah has expressed optimism that his side will score against goalkeeper Benjamin Asare.The Hunters will be hosted by Hearts of Oak in the Matchday 21 games at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday, February 1.Speaking ahead of the clash, Amissah praisedBenjamin Asare, describing him as a very good shot-stopper who deserves all the praise.However, he …

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.

Early strategic planning took centre stage as the newly reconstituted leadership of Ghana’s national Under-20 side, the Black Satellites, held their first official meeting in Accra.The meeting was held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Football Association headquarters and was chaired by Management Committee Chairman Alhaji Abu-Hassan Mahamadu, popularly known as Rhyzo.Head coach Maxwell Konadu attended the session alongside …

The reconstituted Management Committee and Technical Team of Ghana’s national men’s Under-20 side, the Black Satellites, have held their first official meeting as preparations begin for future international assignments.The meeting took place on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Football Association headquarters and was chaired by Management Committee Chairman Alhaji Abu-Hassan Mahamadu, popularly known as Rhyzo. He formally welcomed members …

Quick take: Transfer watch: this move could reshape selection options and tactical balance in coming weeks. If incentives and add-ons are confirmed, expect follow-up negotiations or medicals to move quickly. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Vincenzo Italiano feels Bologna have ‘done great things’ in the Europa League so far and ‘proved we belong in this tournament’ as they prepare for the play-offs. The Rossoblu knew that their fate would ultimately depend on other results too, and for a while they were in eighth place ahead of Roma on goal difference, heading into the Round of …

Gian Piero Gasperini feels Roma ‘certainly improved as we went on’ in the Europa League, but isn’t sure if he’d call them ‘among the favourites’ for the trophy. It was the worst possible start to their match in Athens, as within 15 minutes Gianluca Mancini had been sent off for pulling back Milos Pantovic by the shoulder, denying a clear …

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. 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 …

Roma secured a place in the Europa League Round of 16, but could potentially end up playing against Bologna, who enter the play-offs. The draw for the Europa League play-offs is on Friday at 12.00 GMT (13.00 CET). The league phase was completed this evening with all the matches played simultaneously, meaning the table was constantly changing as results changed …

Despite Gianluca Mancini’s red card after 15 minutes, Roma still secured a 1-1 draw away to Panathinaikos with Jan Ziolkowski, going straight into the Europa League Round of 16. While both teams were already guaranteed a play-off spot, the Giallorossi went into the final round in sixth place. January signings Donyell Malen and Robinio Vaz were cup-tied, with Paulo Dybala, …

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is reportedly a target for Real Madrid. A report from Football Espana claims that Real Madrid have contacted the manager’s representatives to find out whether he will be available at the end of the season. Alvaro Arbeloa is currently managing the Spanish club, but Real Madrid is looking for a more proven option in the long term. Emery …

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.