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Ex-Premier League footballer Ronnie Stam has been arrested and is currently on trial for his alleged involvement in smuggling two tons of cocaine and being under investigation for money laundering. The Dutch right-back, who was once a prominent figure in football, is accused of trafficking 2,217 kilograms of cocaine in 2021 and 2022. A prosecutor described Stam as a “major …

Mikel Arteta has signed a new three-year contract with Arsenal, keeping him at the club until 2027. The 42-year-old manager, who has been in charge since 2019, has overseen Arsenal’s resurgence, guiding them to two successive second-place Premier League finishes. His previous deal was set to expire within the next 12 months, but the new agreement ensures his continued leadership …

Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, has come to the defense of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen amid his controversial outburst against former Super Eagles coach, Finidi George. Osimhen, in a video earlier this year, lashed out at Finidi for questioning his commitment to the national team, leading to calls for his punishment. However, despite the controversy, Osimhen went on …

Former PSV Eindhoven player Rai Vloet is set to serve a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence after causing a car crash that tragically claimed the life of a four-year-old boy, Gio Roos.   The crash occurred in 2021, and the footballer was found to have been driving under the influence of alcohol, reportedly  “smelling of alcohol” with bloodshot eyes.   In spite of initially …

French football legend Zinedine Zidane has revealed why he will not be taking up the managerial position at Manchester United, despite being linked with the club in recent years.   Zidane, who has been out of management since his second departure from Real Madrid in 2021, stated that his reluctance stems from a language barrier. While he understands English, he admitted …

Eintracht Frankfurt has been left devastated following the tragic death of their Under-19 head coach, Helge Rasche, who passed away in a car crash on Thursday, September 5. The 33-year-old coach lost his life when his vehicle veered off the road and collided with a tree near Dietzenbach and Rodgau, southwest of Frankfurt. The Bundesliga club confirmed the heartbreaking news …

Valencia footballer Rafa Mir has been banned from training following his arrest on suspicion of alleged sexual assault against a 25-year-old woman. The former Wolves striker, who is currently on loan from Sevilla, was released on bail this week after spending two days in police custody. Conditions of his bail include surrendering his passport, a restraining order preventing contact with …

Following Victor Osimhen’s loan move from Napoli to Turkish club Galatasaray, many Nigerians have expressed their displeasure with how the Italian club handled the star forward’s transfer saga. In response, a growing number of Nigerian fans have unfollowed Napoli on social media while flocking to follow Galatasaray, the new home of their national hero. The wave of support for Osimhen …

Italian Paralympian Alessandro Ossola may have missed out on the men’s T63 100m final in Paris, but he left the trackside with his heart full after proposing to his partner, Arianna, immediately after the race.   Despite his disappointment in not reaching the final, Ossola turned the moment into a celebration of love, asking Arianna to marry him in the stands …

SportyBet has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the “Official Betting Partner” of LALIGA across Africa, following a groundbreaking multi-year partnership. This partnership, which goes into effect this season, solidifies SportyBet’s status as the top sports betting site in the area and establishes a new benchmark for providing fans throughout the continent with top-notch football content. One of LALIGA’s most …

In a groundbreaking achievement, Eniola Mariam Bolaji has become the first African athlete to win a medal in para-badminton, securing a bronze medal for Nigeria in the women’s singles SL3.   This monumental victory marks a significant milestone for Nigeria, propelling the nation onto the global stage.   Bolaji’s triumph is a testament to the country’s growing prowess in international sports, showcasing …

The football world is mourning the tragic loss of former Cardiff City captain and Ivorian defender, Sol Bamba, who passed away at the age of 39. Bamba, known for his immense contributions on and off the field, fell ill ahead of a match in Turkey on Friday and was rushed to Manisa Celal Bayar University Hospital, where he sadly lost …

Watford Football Club has officially terminated the contract of Nigerian winger Samuel Kalu, following a mutual agreement between the player and the club. The decision, confirmed on August 30, marks the end of Kalu’s challenging stint with the English Championship side. The 27-year-old, who joined Watford from French club Bordeaux in January 2022, struggled to secure regular playing time due …

Nigeria’s first-ever Olympic medalist, Nojim Maiyegun, has passed away at the age of 83, leaving behind a legacy that has inspired generations of athletes. Maiyegun, a former boxer who won the bronze medal in the light-heavyweight boxing category at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, died on Monday morning at his residence in Vienna, Austria, after battling an undisclosed illness for several …

Cristiano Ronaldo has once again demonstrated his global popularity by shattering a YouTube record, reaching 10 million subscribers within just 12 hours of launching his channel on August 21. The football legend’s achievement surpasses the previous record held by American YouTuber MrBeast, who took 132 days to reach the same milestone. The 39-year-old Portuguese star, who currently plays for Saudi …