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Leon Balogun, the seasoned defender for Rangers and the Super Eagles, has expressed unwavering confidence in Nigeria’s ability to claim the title at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The tournament, set to be held in Morocco, presents a golden opportunity for the Super Eagles to reclaim their dominance on the African stage after a 12-year drought since their last triumph in South Africa. Balogun, who has been a mainstay in the Nigerian defense, emphasized the importance of ambition, confidence, and a clear plan for the team to succeed. The AFCON, well, it’s a tournament,” Balogun told Flashscore.com. “You want…
Nuno Espirito Santo Explains Benching Ola Aina to Give Others Playing Time in Nottingham Forest’s FA Cup Win Over Exeter
Nottingham Forest head coach Nuno Espirito Santo revealed that he made the decision to bench Super Eagles defender Ola Aina during the team’s FA Cup victory over Exeter City on Tuesday. Santo explained that the choice was part of his strategy to provide valuable playing time to other squad members and maintain squad rotation. The match, which ended in a 3-1 win for Nottingham Forest, saw Santo make several changes to his starting lineup, including the decision to leave Aina on the bench. The Portuguese manager emphasized the importance of giving opportunities to all players in the squad, especially in…
Nottingham Forest Manager Nuno Espirito Santo Reveals Taiwo Awoniyi in Good State After Injury in FA Cup Clash with Exeter
In a recent interview, Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo provided an update on Taiwo Awoniyi, the Nigerian forward who sustained an injury during Tuesday night’s Emirates FA Cup clash with Exeter City. Despite the injury, Santo confirmed that Awoniyi is in good spirits and recovering well. The match, which ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, saw Awoniyi score Forest’s second goal before halftime. However, the forward was later taken off the pitch on a stretcher after a collision with Exeter goalkeeper Joe Whitworth2. The incident led to a lengthy delay as medical staff attended to Awoniyi, who appeared visibly…
Vincent Kompany, the former Manchester City captain and current Bayern Munich manager, disclosed that Manchester United scouted him during his early days at Anderlecht. Kompany shared this intriguing piece of his football journey during a recent interview, shedding light on the interest shown by one of England’s most prestigious clubs. Kompany, who joined Anderlecht’s youth academy at the age of 11, quickly rose through the ranks and made his first-team debut at just 17. His impressive performances did not go unnoticed, and it wasn’t long before top clubs began to take notice of the young Belgian defender. Among them was…
Arne Slot and His Coaching Team Skip Post-Match Press Conference After Red Card in Liverpool’s Draw at Everton
Liverpool manager Arne Slot and his coaching team decided not to hold their usual post-match press conference following their 2-2 draw with Everton at Goodison Park. The decision came after Slot was sent off by referee Michael Oliver in the chaotic aftermath of the match. The game itself was a nail-biting encounter, with Liverpool initially taking the lead through Mohamed Salah in the 83rd minute. Everton responded with a last-gasp equalizer from James Tarkowski in the eighth minute of injury time, salvaging a point for the hosts. The match was marred by a mass brawl involving players from both sides,…
Bayern Munich narrowly edged out Celtic with a 2-1 victory at Celtic Park on Wednesday night. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Bayern Munich initially taking control but Celtic mounting a spirited comeback in the closing stages. Bayern Munich started the game strongly, with Michael Olise scoring a stunning goal just before halftime. Olise, who joined Bayern from Crystal Palace, showcased his skill and precision with a powerful left-footed shot that rocketed into the top corner of the net. The goal gave Bayern a crucial 1-0 lead heading into the break. The second half saw Bayern double their…
Benfica managed to secure a crucial 1-0 victory over Monaco at the Stade Louis II on Wednesday night. The decisive goal came from Vangelis Pavlidis, who scored just three minutes into the second half, capitalizing on Monaco’s weakened defense after midfielder Moatasem al-Musrati was sent off. The match started with both teams showing intent, but it was Benfica who took control in the second half. Pavlidis, who has been in excellent form this season, found himself in the right place at the right time to latch onto a pass from Tomás Araújo and coolly lift the ball over Monaco goalkeeper…
Bayern Munich secured a narrow 2-1 victory over **Celtic** in the first leg of their knockout phase playoff. The match was highlighted by a stunning goal from **Michael Olise**, which left fans and commentators alike in awe. The game began with both teams displaying strong defensive tactics, but it was Olise who broke the deadlock just before halftime. In the 45th minute, Olise received a deep cross from Dayot Upamecano, controlled it with finesse, and unleashed a powerful left-footed shot that rocketed into the top corner of the net. The goal was a testament to Olise’s skill and precision, and…
Vinicius Junior, the Real Madrid winger, delivered a cheeky response to Manchester City fans who mocked him with a banner during their recent Champions League clash. The banner, which featured an image of Rodri kissing his Ballon d’Or trophy with the words “Stop Crying Your Heart Out” (a nod to the Oasis song), aimed to taunt Vinicius over his loss to Rodri in the prestigious award. However, the plan backfired spectacularly as Vinicius used the mockery as motivation to deliver a man-of-the-match performance, helping Real Madrid secure a thrilling 3-2 victory. During the match, Vinicius pointed to his arm sleeve…
Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has responded strongly to Galatasaray striker Mauro Icardi after the Argentine labeled him “The Crying One.” The exchange began when Mourinho criticized Galatasaray’s performance in a recent match, accusing them of playing “handball” in an Instagram post. Icardi retaliated by calling Mourinho “The Crying One,” a playful twist on Mourinho’s famous “The Special One” nickname. In a press conference on Wednesday, Mourinho addressed Icardi’s comments, stating, “I am sure that I am a special one, not the special one. With 25 years of career and with 26 titles and not with one match. There is not…