Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has broken his silence after the failed doping test that led to his suspension, insisting he is “not a cheater” but acknowledging his role in the incident. Earlier this month, Pogba’s initial four-year ban was reduced to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which accepted that his ingestion of a banned substance was unintentional. The 31-year-old was initially suspended in February after elevated levels of testosterone were found in his system following a drugs test by Italy’s national anti-doping tribunal (Nado). Testosterone, a hormone that can enhance endurance, was detected, leading to…
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In a dramatic turn of events, England football star Kyle Walker’s marriage to wife Annie Kilner appears to be nearing its end. Annie, 31, has served divorce papers to the Manchester City defender after seeking legal counsel, and is reportedly preparing to fight for half of Walker’s £27 million fortune as their relationship becomes increasingly strained. The couple’s relationship has been on the rocks ever since a series of highly publicized scandals involving Walker’s infidelities, most notably his love child with former mistress Lauryn Goodman. Sources suggest the pair, who are no longer on speaking terms, have both sought legal…
In a significant move for English football, UEFA Champions League-winning coach Thomas Tuchel has been appointed as the new head coach of the England men’s senior team. The former manager of Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain will be joined by English coach Anthony Barry as his assistant, the Football Association (FA) announced. Tuchel’s return to English football comes after a highly successful spell with Chelsea, where he led the team to victory in both the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA Club World Cup. His achievements during this time earned him prestigious awards, including UEFA and FIFA’s Coach of…
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has found himself in the spotlight for reasons other than football during the FIFA international break. Instead of joining the French national team, the 25-year-old forward opted to spend his time off on a short 48-hour trip to Stockholm, Sweden. While Mbappe’s time in the Scandinavian capital was meant to be a break from the sport, it has become overshadowed by controversy, with unsavoury reports surfacing about his stay. Swedish authorities have confirmed that they are investigating a complaint of rape at the hotel where Mbappe stayed, with Bayer Leverkusen defender Nordi Mukiele also present.…
Nigeria’s Wahid Enitan Oshodi has made history by becoming the new president of the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF). His election was officially confirmed on Tuesday during the 2024 ATTF annual general meeting, which took place at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Oshodi’s victory marks a significant milestone as he becomes the second Nigerian to ever hold this prestigious position, following in the footsteps of Engr. Segun George, a former president of the ATTF. With a distinguished background in sports administration, Oshodi has previously served as the Executive Vice President of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF)…
Former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has agreed to take on one of the most prestigious roles in international football—leading the England men’s national team. According to reliable sources, the German coach will become the third non-British permanent manager in the team’s history, following in the footsteps of Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello. This announcement comes after Gareth Southgate stepped down as England manager following the team’s Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain. While England has been without a permanent coach since, Lee Carsley has been serving as interim manager, overseeing the team’s final two Nations League matches in November against…
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to launch a thorough investigation after the Super Eagles endured a distressing experience during their time in Libya. The national football team faced what has been described as inhumane treatment at a Libyan airport, a situation that prompted the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to withdraw the team from their scheduled match. In a statement delivered by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Tinubu expressed his dismay at the ordeal and commended the Super Eagles for maintaining their morale despite the circumstances. The…
The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has strongly criticised Nigeria’s decision to withdraw from the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in Libya. This dispute has escalated to the point where the LFF is now threatening legal action to safeguard the interests of its national football team. The Super Eagles, Nigeria’s national team, cited safety concerns after they were stranded for over 13 hours at Al Abaq Airport, following an unexpected diversion on Sunday. The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) subsequently decided to pull out of the qualifier, originally scheduled for Tuesday, October 15. The NFF stated that their team…
Burkina Faso and Cameroon have officially qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with two rounds of qualifying matches still to go, marking an impressive achievement for both nations. Burkina Faso was the first to secure their spot after a solid 2-0 away win over Burundi on Sunday. The Stallions’ victory ensures them a top-two finish in Group L, having already accumulated 10 points from their first four matches. Mohamed Konate opened the scoring early in neutral Abidjan, while Bertrand Traore, the former Aston Villa star now playing for Ajax, sealed the win with a stoppage-time penalty. Cameroon…
In a recent turn of events, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched an investigation following a troubling incident involving the Nigerian National Football Team, popularly known as the “Super Eagles.” According to reports, the team, along with their technical staff, found themselves stranded at an airport in Libya under disturbing conditions for several hours. The incident has raised concerns over the coordination and handling of the team’s travel arrangements, leading CAF to engage with both Nigerian and Libyan authorities to determine the facts and hold those responsible accountable. The Super Eagles, one of Africa’s most celebrated football teams,…