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Spurs Edge Past Man United in a Thrilling Carabao Cup Quarter-Final

Tottenham Hotspur overcame a late surge from Manchester United and their own defensive lapses to secure a dramatic 4-3 victory and a place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Ange Postecoglou’s side appeared in complete control, leading 3-0 with just under 30 minutes

by Olatunji Olajide

December 20, 2024

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Sir Jim Ratcliffe Invests $100m (£79m) in Manchester United, Now Owns 28.94%

British billionaire, Sir Jim Ratcliffe has made a significant financial move, injecting an additional $100 million into Manchester United, increasing his ownership stake to 28.94%. This investment completes the planned $300 million commitment made when Ratcliffe purchased a share of the club,

by Olatunji Olajide

December 19, 2024

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Friedkin Group Finalizes Everton Takeover, Ending Moshiri’s Reign

The Friedkin Group has officially completed its majority takeover of Everton, marking the end of Farhad Moshiri’s controversial ownership. The £400m deal makes the Toffees the 10th Premier League club with majority American ownership. The agreement, initially reached in September, was pending

by Olatunji Olajide

December 19, 2024

Sport

Ancelotti Sets Record as Real Madrid’s Most Successful Manager

Carlo Ancelotti etched his name in Real Madrid’s history books, becoming the club’s most decorated manager after a commanding 3-0 victory over Pachuca in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final. Goals from Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Rodrygo secured the title, marking Ancelotti’s

by Olatunji Olajide

December 19, 2024

Sport

Jesus Hat-Trick Powers Arsenal into EFL Cup Semi-Finals

Gabriel Jesus delivered a stunning second-half hat-trick as Arsenal overcame an early scare to defeat Crystal Palace 3-2 and secure a spot in the EFL Cup semi-finals. Jean-Philippe Mateta’s early goal put Palace ahead, but Arsenal’s introduction of Martin Ødegaard and William

by Olatunji Olajide

December 19, 2024

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Atalanta Dominates Cesena to Reach Italian Cup Quarters

Atalanta stormed into the Italian Cup quarter-finals with a commanding 6-1 victory over Serie B side Cesena in Bergamo. The Serie A leaders were unstoppable, racing to a 3-0 lead within 30 minutes. Davide Zappacosta opened the scoring early, followed by braces

by Olatunji Olajide

December 19, 2024

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Mudryk Suspended for Meldonium Use: What You Need to Know

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is under provisional suspension following a positive test for meldonium, a substance banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Here’s a closer look at the situation, the substance involved, and the potential consequences. What is Meldonium? Meldonium is

by Olatunji Olajide

December 19, 2024

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Simona Halep Granted Australian Open Wildcard After Doping Ban Comeback

Simona Halep, the two-time Grand Slam champion and former world number one, is set to make her Australian Open return after being granted a wildcard for the tournament’s qualifying rounds. Halep, 33, has been working her way back into competitive tennis following

by Olatunji Olajide

December 18, 2024

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Giannis Shines with Epic Triple-Double as Bucks Crush Thunder for NBA Cup Glory

Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a stunning triple-double to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 97-81 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, clinching the NBA Cup in Las Vegas. The two-time MVP racked up 26 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists, along with two

by Olatunji Olajide

December 18, 2024

Sport

VINICIUS JR CROWNED FIFA BEST MEN’S PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr has been named FIFA Best Men’s Player of the Year, topping off a remarkable 2023-24 season where he helped his club clinch Champions League and La Liga titles. The Brazilian winger, who scored 24 goals and delivered

by Olatunji Olajide

December 18, 2024

Sport

Bentancur’s Appeal Rejected, Two Matches Left on Suspension

Tottenham’s Rodrigo Bentancur will serve the final two matches of his seven-game ban after the Football Association rejected his appeal. The midfielder was banned in November for using a racial slur about teammate Son Heung-min on TV. While Spurs accepted the punishment,

by Olatunji Olajide

December 17, 2024

Sport

Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk Provisionally Suspended Over Failed Drug Test

Chelsea forward Mykhailo Mudryk has been provisionally suspended by the Football Association following an “adverse finding” in a routine drugs test. The 23-year-old has denied any wrongdoing, stating the situation is a “complete shock” and that he has “never knowingly used any

by Olatunji Olajide

December 17, 2024

Sport

Mbappe Sidelined with Thigh Injury, Doubtful for Intercontinental Cup Final

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has been sidelined with a left thigh injury, putting his participation in next week’s FIFA Intercontinental Cup final in doubt. The French star was substituted during Real’s 3-2 Champions League win against Atalanta after scoring an early

by Olatunji Olajide

December 13, 2024

Sport

Marc Guiu Shines as Chelsea Secure Conference League Knockout Spot

Former Barcelona talent Marc Guiu played a key role in Chelsea’s 3-1 victory over Astana, securing their place in the UEFA Conference League knockout stages. Despite challenging conditions, including a grueling 3,600-mile trip to Kazakhstan and freezing -11°C temperatures, Chelsea’s rotated squad

by Olatunji Olajide

December 13, 2024

Sport

Super Falcons to Face Benin or Sierra Leone for WAFCON Spot

Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to face the winner of Benin Republic versus Sierra Leone in their quest for a spot at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The first-round clash between Benin and Sierra Leone is slated for February

by Olatunji Olajide

December 13, 2024

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