Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz suffered a shocking second-round exit at the hands of unseeded Dutch player Botic van de Zandschulp. The 21-year-old Spanish sensation, who had been on a 15-match winning streak in Grand Slam tournaments, fell to a decisive 6-1, 7-5, 6-4 defeat, leaving spectators and pundits alike in disbelief. The match, played on […]
Former world number one Naomi Osaka has labeled 2024 as her “learning year” in a candid reflection on her return to professional tennis following a maternity break. The 26-year-old Japanese star, who boasts four Grand Slam titles, has encountered a series of early exits in major tournaments this season, prompting a reevaluation of her approach […]
AS Roma’s English striker Tammy Abraham is reportedly on the brink of a loan move to AC Milan. This unexpected transfer comes as part of a player exchange deal that will see Belgian midfielder Alexis Saelemaekers move in the opposite direction, joining the Giallorossi. The proposed loan agreement for Abraham, aged 26, marks a significant […]
Liverpool will face defending champions Real Madrid in their return to the UEFA Champions League, following the draw for the competition’s newly revamped format. The draw, which took place in Monaco on Thursday, marks a significant change in the tournament’s structure, moving away from the traditional group stage to a ‘league phase.’ Each team will […]
Chelsea advanced to the league phase of the UEFA Conference League despite a 2-1 defeat to Servette in the second leg of their qualifying play-off in Switzerland. The Blues had a 2-0 lead from the first leg at Stamford Bridge and extended their aggregate advantage with a penalty from Christopher Nkunku in the 14th minute […]
Ghana coach Otto Addo has unveiled his squad for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, with key matches against Angola and Niger on the horizon. In a notable omission, Black Stars captain Andre Ayew has been left out of the squad. The veteran forward, currently without a club, also missed the last […]
Ghanaian forward Joseph Paintsil has made a comeback to the Black Stars squad ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Angola and Niger. This marks his first call-up to the national team since missing the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic due to immigration procedures […]
The transfer saga surrounding Victor Osimhen continues to unfold, with Al Ahli emerging as a potential new contender for the highly sought-after Nigerian striker. While Napoli and the Saudi club have reportedly agreed on a transfer fee, personal terms between Osimhen and Al Ahli have yet to be finalized. Chelsea, who have been actively pursuing […]
Day Three at the US Open delivered a series of captivating matches, as defending champions Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff advanced to the third round. Other notable players, including Casper Ruud, Taylor Fritz, and Ben Shelton, also secured their spots in the next stage of the tournament. Men’s Highlights Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam […]
Bournemouth has strengthened their goalkeeping department with the acquisition of Kepa Arrizabalaga on a season-long loan from Chelsea. The Spanish international spent the 2023/24 campaign at Real Madrid, gaining valuable experience and showcasing his abilities. Kepa, 29, has made over 150 appearances for Chelsea since joining the club from Athletic Bilbao in 2018 for a […]
