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Nigeria opened their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Madagascar, but the narrow result highlighted the pressure surrounding a Group L contest in which only one non-host nation can secure qualification.

Manchester City have been found guilty of the majority of the 115 alleged breaches of Premier League financial regulations in a landmark case that has hung over the English champions for more than three years.

The opening round featured managerial debuts, newly promoted teams making their mark and several closely contested encounters. While Greece secured an impressive victory in Belgrade, the Netherlands denied Germany a winning start after Cody Gakpo’s late equaliser in Amsterdam.

Former Real Madrid defender, David Alaba, has joined Udinese on a one-year contract, bringing an end to his time as a free agent following his departure from the Spanish giants.

The two former world champions will meet at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, with the confirmation ending a prolonged wait for a fight that has been discussed for more than a decade.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are entering a new phase under Eric Chelle, with 13 players receiving their first senior invitations as the coach looks beyond the established stars to strengthen his options for the future.

Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle, faces several selection decisions as the Super Eagles prepare to begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar in Uyo on Friday.

Red Bull Racing has made a significant decision about its future by retaining Isack Hadjar alongside Max Verstappen for the 2027 Formula 1 season, rewarding the young driver’s impressive debut campaign with the team.

MIAMI, United States Lionel Messi’s MESSI CUP is set to return for its second edition, with some of the world’s most recognised football academies selected to compete in an expanded Under-16 tournament in Miami.

Manchester United have reportedly identified Crystal Palace defender, Tyrick Mitchell, as a potential January transfer target as Michael Carrick looks to address one of the team’s problem positions.