A rape allegation against Nigerian footballer Victor Ebele Jr has taken a dramatic turn after the woman who made the accusation publicly withdrew it and apologised to the player and his family. Chioma Oniniwu, who accused the Singapore-based footballer in 2025, said in a new statement that Ebele did not rape her and accepted responsibility…
Fulham are closing in on a Manuel Ángel deal, making the Real Madrid academy product the third player to follow manager Álvaro Arbeloa from Madrid to London this summer. The Manuel Ángel transfer is more than it seems. It shows that Álvaro Arbeloa Fulham are increasingly using his knowledge of Real Madrid’s young players to…
Lionel Messi has officially retired from the Argentina national team, bringing one of the greatest international careers in football history to an end. The 39-year-old announced the decision on August 31 after more than two decades representing his country. As Lionel Messi retires from Argentina, this comes weeks after Argentina lost the 2026 World Cup…
Newcastle United are closing in on a major attacking addition, with the club agreeing a deal worth around £55 million for Lille forward Matias Fernández-Pardo. The 21-year-old Belgium international is expected to complete his move after a medical, with the agreement reported at around €60 million before additional bonuses. The Matias Fernández-Pardo Newcastle transfer is…
Liverpool were forced to settle for another 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest at Anfield, leaving new manager Andoni Iraola still searching for his first Premier League win. But beyond the result, Victor Muñoz’s late equaliser offered Liverpool something important: proof that the new-look squad can still find answers when matches go wrong. Forest Expose Liverpool’s…
Real Madrid have completed the signing of young midfielder Sergio Martínez from Racing Santander, securing one of Spain’s emerging talents on a deal running until June 2030. The transfer is reportedly worth around €3 million, with Real Madrid choosing to reach an agreement with Racing rather than simply triggering the player’s release clause. The 19-year-old…
Nigeria’s football problems have taken another worrying turn, with the Falconets visa crisis coming at the same time as reports of a major shake-up at the Nigeria Football Federation. Captain Joy Igbokwe and midfielder Faridat Abdulwahab have been ruled out of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland after failing to secure visas. The…
Beşiktaş are closing in on the signing of Ernest Poku from Bayer Leverkusen, with the Dutch winger expected in Istanbul for a medical as the Turkish club continues to strengthen its attack. The 22-year-old has agreed personal terms with Beşiktaş, while Leverkusen have given the move the green light. Reports say the deal will initially…
The latest Liverpool transfer news suggests the club could be heading for a dramatic final week of the summer window, with Bradley Barcola moving closer to Anfield while Stefan Bajcetic prepares for an emotional return to Celta Vigo. Liverpool are reportedly making progress in negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain over Bradley Barcola talks, while Bajcetic’s permanent…
Tottenham’s difficult start to the new Premier League season has become even more uncomfortable after James Maddison needed checks for a shoulder problem during the club’s 3-0 defeat to Brentford. Maddison came on in the second half at the Gtech Community Stadium, but fell awkwardly and later required medical attention. The injury is not yet…
