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Pochettino stated that Chelsea’s primary focus is on winning trophies rather than making new signings, as he expressed satisfaction with the current squad ahead of their FA Cup fourth-round match against Aston Villa on Friday. The manager emphasized their eagerness to secure titles and acknowledged the potential for activity in …

As the first round of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) group stage concludes, Tanzania finds itself in the spotlight once again, facing off against Morocco. Despite being a regular participant in the tournament, Tanzania has never managed to secure a victory in any AFCON match, making their footballing …

Ivory Coast, the hosts of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), have dismissed coach Jean-Louis Gasset during the ongoing tournament, as announced by the country’s football federation (FIF) on Wednesday. The decision to terminate the contracts of both Gasset and his assistant Ghislain Printant was attributed to unsatisfactory results. Following …

Manchester United’s forward, Anthony Martial, is set to be sidelined until April following a groin injury surgery, as confirmed by the Premier League club on Wednesday. Out of contract at the season’s end, the 28-year-old has struggled this campaign, scoring just two goals in 19 appearances. Martial has been absent …

Richard Kanyi, former Harambee Starlets coach, expresses confidence in the Junior Starlets’ ability to qualify for the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic. The new head coach, Mildred Cheche, recently announced a provisional squad for the second-round qualifiers against DR Congo, scheduled for February 4 and …

KCB FC is optimistic as they approach their upcoming clash against Muhoroni Youth in the Kenyan Premier League this weekend, according to head coach Bernard Mwalala. Mwalala expressed confidence during the introduction of Faraj Ominde in a training session at Thika Stadium. The coach stated that the team, now bolstered …

Across papers: Manchester United is contemplating a defensive overhaul, potentially leading to the departure of Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof if substantial offers are received. Juventus’s Matthijs de Ligt is among the considered replacements. (Source: ESPN, Gazzetta dello Sport)   Fulham has submitted a £30m offer plus £5m in add-ons …

Via: AFP Egypt coach Rui Vitoria expressed uncertainty about Mohamed Salah’s participation in the remainder of the Africa Cup of Nations, following an injury sustained in Thursday’s 2-2 draw against Ghana. The Liverpool striker left the field late in the first half, visibly holding the back of his left leg. …

By: AFP Bristol City, a Championship side, defeated West Ham 1-0 on Tuesday, ending the Hammers’ FA Cup campaign and extending their 44-year wait to lift the trophy. Tommy Conway secured the victory for Bristol City at Ashton Gate with the only goal of the match, capitalizing on a short …

Jose Mourinho has been dismissed by Roma, effective immediately, as reported by the Daily Mail. The club, currently positioned in ninth place in Serie A, decided to part ways with Mourinho after a tenure of two and a half years. Mourinho assumed the role at Roma in May 2021 and …