Enugu Rangers broke a 35-year Aiteo Cup jinx to secure a sixth title, with their latest conquest coming at the expense of Kano Pillars at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, in Asaba on Wednesday. However, the Flying Antelopes had to achieve victory the hard way, fighting back from a three-goal deficit to draw 3-3 in regulation
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ESPN FC’s Stevie Nicol assesses the latest transfer rumours surrounding Antoine Griezmann, Jose Mourinho and more in Transfer Rater. The transfer window for all of Europe’s big five leagues is closed, but that doesn’t stop Transfer Talk from rummaging around about who will be moving where come January. Man City track Alex Sandro ESPN’s Gabriele
DORTMUND, Germany — Borussia Dortmund midfielder Christian Pulisic said that the “awesome” Westfalenstadion was a factor in Wednesday’s 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. Pulisic, 20, told reporters after the match: “The key for today’s win was that we fought until the very end. We know that when we play as we
PSG’s run in the Champions League looked to be finished until Angel di Maria scored a breathtaking equaliser. Now Group C is wide open and PSG are still alive. Paris Saint-Germain coach Thomas Tuchel wants an improved showing from his players when they take on Napoli away in their next Champions League Group C match
MEXICO CITY — News of Gerardo Martino’s impending exit from Atlanta United made waves in Mexico this week. The stage is set for the Argentine manager to take Mexico’s national team program in December, when his current contract expires. The buzz over Martino’s reported (but not confirmed) move to El Tri is growing, and the
Juventus come away from Old Trafford with a 1-0 victory, while Manchester City were too strong for Shakhtar Donetsk. Despite the 1-0 scoreline, the FC crew think Manchester United turned in a lacklustre performance against a dominant Juventus side. Jose Mourinho says he is committed to Manchester United amid speculation over Madrid coach Julen Lopategui’s
Group C is turning into the tightest group of the group stage but the FC panel, except Gab Marcotti, all feel Liverpool are the surest to qualify. LIVERPOOL, England — Jurgen Klopp hopes Mohamed Salah’s recent goalscoring form for Liverpool will silence his critics. Salah has now scored three goals in his last two games
PSG’s run in the Champions League looked to be finished until Angel di Maria scored a breathtaking equaliser. Now Group C is wide open and PSG are still alive. ESPN FC’s Stevie Nicol assesses the latest transfer rumours surrounding Antoine Griezmann, Jose Mourinho and more in Transfer Rater. Angel Di Maria spectacularly salvaged Paris Saint-Germain
Things change in the blink of an eye in football. The Football Whispers Index takes the latest transfer rumours and gives them a score out of five; the higher the score, the more realistic and reliable the Whisper. Here are today’s top five emerging whispers. And keep an eye on Transfer Talk for all the latest gossip.
Barcelona defender Jordi Alba says he hopes Julen Lopetegui remains Real Madrid manager despite a string of poor results. The transfer window for all of Europe’s big five leagues is closed, but that doesn’t stop Transfer Talk from rummaging around about who will be moving where come January. TOP STORY: Real deal for Mourinho? Real