Category: SPORT

A major corruption scandal has rocked African football after a court sentenced former football administrator Blaise Mayolas to life imprisonment for embezzling funds meant for football development in the country. Mayolas, who previously headed the Congo Football Federation (FECOFOOT), was found guilty of diverting over $1.3 million provided by FIFA for football development programmes in…

In a striking blend of sport and cinema, Netflix and Atlético Madrid have agreed a one‑off marketing partnership to promote the upcoming Peaky Blinders film The Immortal Man, transforming a routine La Liga fixture into a cinematic spectacle. The initiative is set to take place on 14 March 2026, before Atlético’s La Liga match against Getafe CF…

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, the International Football Association Board (IFAB) has announced a series of significant changes to the Laws of the Game, aimed at speeding up play, curbing time-wasting, and expanding the use of VAR for crucial decisions. These changes, which will come into effect from July 1, 2026, will also…

Moroccan international and Paris Saint‑Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has been formally referred to trial in France over allegations of rape dating back to early 2023. The decision was announced by the Nanterre prosecutor’s office following a judicial investigation spanning nearly three years. The case stems from an accusation made by a young woman who alleges…

Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Tolu Arokodare has been subjected to racial abuse on social media following Sunday’s Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace, prompting a swift and strong response from the club and renewed calls to combat racism in football. The incident occurred after Wolves lost 1‑0 at Selhurst Park, a match in which Arokodare missed…

Ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have surged dramatically on FIFA’s official resale platform, with many seats now listed at multiple times their original face value, weeks after the end of the main ticket sales phase in January. As of Wednesday, a “Category 3” seat for the tournament opener between Mexico and South…

Manchester United travel to the London Stadium to face West Ham United in a pivotal Premier League clash that could have implications for both sides’ season objectives. United, who have been in impressive form under interim manager Michael Carrick, aim to maintain their momentum as they push for a top-four finish, while West Ham are…

Nigerian international Victor Osimhen continued his remarkable scoring run for Galatasaray, netting his ninth goal of the season in the Turkish Super Lig. His strike came in a 3–0 victory against Rizespor, where Osimhen calmly rounded the goalkeeper and finished from a tight angle, showcasing his lethal finishing ability. This latest goal takes Osimhen’s overall…

In a surprising turn of events, Ghanaian professional footballer Lawrence Osei has abandoned his club, Heart of Lions, and relocated to the United States to work as a cleaner, earning significantly more than he did as a footballer in Ghana. Osei, a 30-year-old goalkeeper, had been serving a suspension due to accumulated yellow cards when…

Super Eagles and Nigeria’s first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has formally parted ways with South African Premier Division side Chippa United after four years with the club. The announcement was made by Chippa United in an official statement released on Thursday. Chippa United confirmed that the 29-year-old shot-stopper submitted a formal request to leave the club,…