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September 6, 2024September 6, 2024

Ronaldo Reaches 900 Career Goals – The Numbers Behind The Landmark

Cristiano Ronaldo reached a significant milestone on Thursday by scoring the 900th goal of his illustrious career. The 39-year-old struck for Portugal in their Nations League game against Croatia, putting them 2-0 up. It prompted an emotional celebration by the forward, as

September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

AFCON 2025Q: Milson’s Late Winner Downs Black Stars In Kumasi

The Black Stars of Ghana began their qualifying campaign for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a defeat against Angola. Milson came off the bench to score the only goal for the Palancreas Negras to break the hearts of

September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

Ghana’s Coach Otto Addo Expects Tough AFCON Qualifier Against Angola

The Black Stars are gearing up to face Angola in their opening game of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at the Baba Yara Stadium. Coach Otto Addo is aware of the challenge ahead, stating that beating Angola won't be

September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

No Messi or Ronaldo Among Ballon d’Or Nominees As Spanish Stars Dominate

For the first time since 2003, neither Cristiano Ronaldo nor Lionel Messi have been included as the nominees for the men’s Ballon d’Or award, with England’s Jude Bellingham among the 30 footballers named. Portugal superstar Ronaldo, who has won the award

September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

Ghana Prepares to Face Angola with Cautious Optimism in AFCON 2025 Qualifiers

Ghana's preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers have been far from ideal. On Saturday, members of the country's technical team were involved in a road accident on the Tarkwa-Takoradi highway. The incident occurred while they were returning

September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

English Trio Shines in Ballon d’Or Nominations

England trio Lauren James, Lucy Bronze and Lauren Hemp are among the nominees for the women's Ballon d'Or, awarded to the best female footballer in 2024. All three players played in the 2023 Women's World Cup final, where the Lionesses were

September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

Olympic Athlete Dies Following Severe Injuries

Rebecca Cheptegei, a 33-year-old Ugandan marathon runner, has died after sustaining extensive burns in an attack. The incident is under investigation by authorities in Kenya, where Cheptegei lived and trained. The case has raised concerns about violence against female athletes in

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

Liverpool To Open Salah Talks – Wednesday’s Gossip

Liverpool want to open contract talks with Mohamed Salah, Chelsea are open to loaning out Ben Chilwell, Chelsea near a deal with AEK Athens for David Datro Fofana. Liverpool are planning to open contract talks with Egypt forward Mohamed Salah, 32, after

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

Oversight Body Rules in Favor of Leicester in Premier League Profit and Sustainability Dispute

Leicester has successfully appealed a decision that could have resulted in a points deduction for allegedly breaching Premier League profit and sustainability rules (PSR). An independent panel determined that the Premier League lacked jurisdiction to penalize the club since they had

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei Critically Injured in Petrol Attack in Kenya

Ugandan Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei is in critical condition after being set on fire by her former boyfriend in Kenya. The 33-year-old marathon runner suffered burns to over 75% of her body and is being treated at a hospital in Eldoret.