Players from Nigeria have decided to boycott their forthcoming African Cup of Nations qualifier, citing their 12-hour lock-up in a Libyan airport “without food or drink.” The Super Eagles’ aircraft into the nation was rerouted to a lesser airport, where they were held for hours. The Super Eagles were scheduled to play Libya in an Afcon qualifier on Tuesday night, but they will now decline to play the match. The Nigerian team, which included players from the Premier League including Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester, Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi of Nottingham Forest, and Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey of Fulham,…
Author: Ashlesa Sahu
In a way, Lee Carsley managed to get back in the game after taking a positive step on the field. It is becoming more and more confusing why he keeps vacillating when it comes to the most important question of all: does he want the job? That description may be a bit harsh for an interim manager leading a club through a respectable stretch of play so far. Carsley added to the awkward situation in Helsinki on a night that should have been easy following a 3-1 victory against Finland by stating that the England position “deserves a world-class coach…
Ronald Araujo celebrated his fifth anniversary of making his FC Barcelona debut on October 6. The Uruguayan defender reflected on his time with the team and talked about his current injury recuperation as well as his goals for the upcoming campaign in an exclusive interview with Barça One. Duty to Succeed Playing for Barcelona carries high expectations, as Araujo noted when he said, “We play in a club where we are obliged to win titles.” The season is seen negatively when we don’t win any championships. Since we are Barça, winning trophies is a must. He acknowledged the difficulties of…
Team updates Robert was first questioned with the most recent team news. Robert: “The three players that haven’t returned to the group yet are Ella Morris, Shuang Wang, and Amy James-Turner. After that, there are a few unanswered questions, but we’ll have to wait until Sunday to find out about a few more players. Everyone should be able to play aside from that. Robert was questioned about Man Utd and how he would counter a team that hasn’t given up in their first two games. Robert: “With two wins and a clean sheet, they have gotten off to a great…
In addition to playing a key defensive position for Liverpool, Virgil van Dijk assumed the captaincy of the group in the summer of 2023. Van Dijk made his captaincy debut with a trophy when Jordan Henderson left, and he quickly adjusted to his new duties by guiding the club to victory over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. Future Uncertainties and Defensive Expertise Van Dijk, 32, has played a significant role in Liverpool’s stellar defensive performance this year, as they have only allowed two goals in seven league games. The Reds’ ascent to the top of the Premier League table has…
Under the strategic leadership of Arne Slot, Liverpool has been a formidable force this season, leading the Premier League with an impenetrable defense that has let up just two goals in seven games. In the middle of this incredible form, Wataru Endo’s name has hardly appeared on the squad sheet. The Japanese midfielder, who was formerly crucial to Stuttgart, has been reduced to the sidelines under Slot’s leadership, making only brief appearances of one minute. The 31-year-old Endo’s possibilities have been drastically reduced by Ryan Gravenberch’s rise to prominence as Liverpool’s preferred holding midfielder, which raises the possibility that his…
Manchester City’s thrilling victory over holders Barcelona in their opening group stage match sent a clear message about their potential to advance far in the Women’s Champions League this year. A goal in each half from Naomi Layzell and Khadija Shaw handed the English squad a remarkable triumph that will go down in the club’s history as one of their greatest to date on a night when the technical quality of both teams’ football was enjoyable to witness. The challenge of taking on the squad that had won the title in the previous two seasons and advanced to five of…
Not exactly happy memories of his stay in the French capital from one of the greatest football players of all time. To lead the French powerhouses to European glory, Lionel Messi (37) departed Barcelona for Paris Saint-Germain. Though he was unable to lead PSG to a UEFA Champions League championship, the 2022 World Cup winner could only manage two seasons there, during which he won two Ligue 1 titles and the Trophée des Champions. Currently playing in Major League Soccer (MLS) with Inter Miami CF, the Argentine captain won the Supporters’ Shield for having the best regular season record. In…
Dortmund supporters express outrage at Jurgen Klopp’s Red Bull role. When one of German football’s most revered characters, Jurgen Klopp, revealed he was joining Red Bull as Head of Global Soccer, the football community was taken aback. The choice of Klopp, who is highly regarded throughout Europe, was a public relations coup for the massive Austrian energy drink company, which is well-known for its contentious multi-club ownership structure. Beginning in January, Klopp will be in charge of all football-related activities for the Red Bull organization, which includes teams like Red Bull Salzburg and RB Leipzig. But the decision has not…
It is expected that Marc Casadó will continue to play for the blaugranas for a considerable amount of time. At an early age, Casadó enrolled in Barcelona’s renowned youth program, where he refined his skills and gained a comprehensive grasp of the game. His superb passing abilities, command of the game’s speed, and outstanding vision define his playing style. He represents the club’s concept of playing attractive, possession-based football, and is frequently compared to previous La Masia players. Casadó stands out among his peers due to his great work ethic and leadership abilities. He keeps in regular contact with teammates,…