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Benfica manager, Jose Mourinho, has finally reached an agreement with Real Madrid to return to the LaLiga club. According to Marca, Mourinho is set to leave the Portuguese side at the end of this season. Madrid will pay Benfica a fee around €3million to release the 63-year-old from his current contract. Mourinho himself revealed that he rejected a fresh offer from Benfica, as he prepares to take over at Madrid. Los Blancos president, Florentino Perez, has ultimately taken the decision to bring Mourinho back after the team went two consecutive years without any silverware. Current head coach, Alvaro Arbeloa, only replaced Xabi Alonso in January and is set to depart after the last league fixture.

Aston Villa strengthened their push for a UEFA Champions League spot with an impressive 4-2 win over Liverpool in an entertaining Premier League clash on Friday night. The crucial victory lifted Aston Villa into fourth place on the league table with just one game left to play, keeping the race for Champions League qualification wide open. Unai Emery’s side delivered a ruthless attacking performance at Villa Park, with Morgan Rogers, Ollie Watkins and John McGinn all getting on the scoresheet in a high-tempo encounter. After a closely contested first half, Villa took the lead in the 42nd minute when Rogers reacted quickest inside the penalty area to slot home after a scramble in the box. Liverpool responded positively after the break and equalised in the 52nd minute through capt...

Manchester United are reportedly close to finalising a two-year agreement with Michael Carrick that would see him become the club’s permanent head coach. Naija News understands that top officials at Old Trafford have identified the former midfielder as their preferred long-term option following his impressive stint as interim manager. Speaking on Friday, Carrick hinted that a decision regarding his future would soon be confirmed. According to the BBC, he said: “The future for me is going to be decided pretty soon. We knew that.” The club could make an official announcement before Sunday’s final home fixture of the season against Nottingham Forest. Reports indicate the proposed contract also includes the option of an additional year. The negotiations reportedly come after recomm...

Manchester City were reportedly spared a potentially costly VAR decision during their dramatic 3-3 Premier League draw with Everton, in a controversy that could still impact the title race involving Arsenal. The Premier League’s Key Match Incidents panel is said to have ruled that Everton should have been awarded a penalty following a challenge by Bernardo Silva on Everton’s Merlin Röhl during the match. Although the incident was reviewed by VAR during the game, officials decided not to award a spot-kick. However, the independent panel has reportedly concluded that the decision was incorrect, potentially carrying major consequences in the race for the Premier League title. Everton manager David Moyes criticised the decision after the game, saying: “If that doesn’t get given as...

Chelsea Football Club have announced a new partnership with Roc Nation Sports International. The new partnership will focus on combining football with music, culture, and entertainment, with the aim of making Chelsea more visible and appealing to audiences in the U.S. market. Both organisations plan to launch creative campaigns that include music collaborations, influencer-driven content, and sports storytelling to connect with younger fans and expand Chelsea's global reach. Scott Fenton, brand director for Chelsea Football Club, said: "This partnership represents a major step forward in how we connect with our fans in the United States. By leaning into culture, music and creativity, we’re building deeper, more authentic relationships with a new generation of supporters." To ce...

World record holder, Tobi Amusan, has expressed gratitude after clinching her third women’s 100m hurdles title at the ongoing 2026 African Senior Athletics Championship in Accra, Ghana. Amusan delivered another impressive performance on Wednesday night to reaffirm her place among Africa’s top track stars. Zimbabwe’s Ashley Miller finished in second place, while Nigeria’s Adaobi Tabugbo claimed third position. Following the victory, the Nigerian athlete appreciated her team, fans, and supporters for their unwavering encouragement, while reaffirming her desire to achieve even greater success for the country. “African Champion x3. Beyond grateful to God, my team, supporters, and everyone who continues to believe in me through every season. Historic feeling. Still hungry f...

The Premier League has released an eight-man shortlist for Player of the Year for the 2025/26 campaign. They were unveiled on the official website on Thursday. Three stars of Arsenal’s title-challenging side – Gabriel, David Raya and Declan Rice make the cut. Antoine Semenyo and his Manchester City teammate Erling Haaland, Brentford striker Igor Thiago, Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, and Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White are the eight players shortlisted for the award. Fans have until 12:00 BST on Monday 18 May to vote for their favourite and the votes of the public will be combined with those of a panel of football experts to decide the winner, who will be announced next week. Commenting on the Black Stars forward the Premier League wrote:”Semenyo ...

Manchester United have made a quiet but firm decision about goalkeeper André Onana, and it could end his Old Trafford journey for good. Manchester United have made a quiet but firm decision about goalkeeper André Onana, and it could end his Old Trafford journey for good. Even after securing a place in next season’s UEFA Champions League, the club has decided they will not bring Onana back this summer. The Cameroonian shot-stopper was sent on loan to Turkish side Trabzonspor after a difficult spell filled with costly errors and inconsistent performances. Now, with his loan deal almost over, Onana is said to be eager to return to England and prove himself once again in a United shirt. But behind the scenes, the mood at Old Trafford appears different. Reports suggest the...

A new statistical ranking across Europe’s top five leagues has revealed the goalkeepers with the most clean sheets in the 2025-26 season, with Arsenal’s David Raya leading the standings. The data covers the Premier League, La Liga, Ligue 1, Serie A, and the Bundesliga. According to Planet Football on Thursday, below is the full top 10 list based on clean sheets, with the goalkeepers tied on the same number ranked by goals conceded. 1. David Raya – 18 clean sheets Arsenal’s No.1 has been instrumental in their defensive stability, producing key saves throughout the season and edging the race for the Golden Glove. 2. Jean Butez – 18 clean sheets The Como goalkeeper has matched Raya’s tally, playing a key role in his side’s strong defensive organisation under Cesc Fàbregas. ...

Scientists and climate experts have issued a stark warning that players and fans could face dangerous heat conditions during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, urging the governing body to strengthen safety measures before the tournament begins. In an open letter signed by medical experts, climate researchers, and sports scientists, the group called on FIFA to adopt stricter heat protection standards proposed by FIFPRO, the global football players’ union. Experts warn that rising temperatures across the United States, Canada, and Mexico could place athletes and spectators at serious risk. “Player safety is an immediate and urgent concern because things can go wrong very quickly when people overheat,” said Andrew Simms, who coordinated the letter. “We’re worried that FIFA is playing reckles...