Ten-man Falconets lose to Colombia, crash out of FIFA U20 World Cup
The Falconets appeared set to force the match into extra time after holding Colombia for most of the encounter, but Valerin Loboa struck in injury time to send the South Americans into the semi finals.
CAF Inter-club competitions: Why Nigerian clubs fail
By Douglas Baye-Osagie [email protected] This season, Nigeria was represented by four clubs on the continent. Rangers International and Rivers United in the CAF Champions League, and Shooting Stars and El-Kanemi Warriors in the CAF Confederation Cup. The story is already familiar – while two have bowed out in their very first game of the tournament, […]
Brentford batter Chelsea 3-0 to undo Alonso’s promising start
Brentford exposed Chelsea’s defensive problems to inflict a damaging 3-0 defeat on Friday that gives Xabi Alonso plenty to ponder over a three-week international break.
UEFA, CONCACAF urge FIFA to make $2.1 billion payout
Two continental football federations, UEFA and CONCACAF, on Friday called on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to release around $2.1 billion from the global governing body’s reserves to share among its 211 member associations.
In-form Raphinha wants to finish career at Barcelona
Barcelona captain Raphinha said on Friday he hopes to extend his stay at the club and end his playing career there after a blistering start to the season in front of goal.
‘Ridiculous’ — Carrick breaks silence on Man Utd sack fears after Brighton collapse
The Brighton defeat, which saw United become the first side in 50 years to lose at Old Trafford after leading 2-0, was followed by boos from supporters and chants directed at the team.
