Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly decided against returning to the Portugal national team while Jorge Jesus remains head coach, following a dispute over an expected public apology, sources have told ESPN.

21 Super Falcons players have arrived in camp in Ikenne, Ogun State, as preparations intensify for Nigeria’s 2028 Olympic qualifying double-header against Comoros, with star forwards Asisat Oshoala and defender Ashleigh Plumptre among the notable absentees.

Super Eagles forward Akor Adams scored a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser as Nigeria fought back to draw 3-3 with Russia in an entertaining international encounter.

Lionel Messi has officially been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Buenos Aires (UBA), adding an unusual academic distinction to the Argentina captain’s illustrious career. The university conferred its highest honorary distinction, Doctor Honoris Causa, on Messi on Tuesday, October 6, in recognition of his achievements in football and his wider influence on […]

Manchester City owner Sheikh Mansour could sell the club if its appeal against the Premier League’s guilty verdict fails, according to leading UAE expert Christopher M. Davidson.