Exclusives

Real Madrid Midfielder Toni Kroos said the coaching pattern of his manager, Zinedine Zidane is akin to that of a German Coach, stressing that the development has accounted for the successes he has recorded so far in his short spell at the club. Kroos who made the statement while speaking to Marca hinted that Zidane demands so much from his players during training sessions as well as in matches.

Skysports reports that Manchester United Coach, Jose Mourinho has expressed frustration over apparent refusal by the club owners to land his transfer targets, few days to the end of the summer transfer window.  Mourihno according to the report believes that the Glazer family is now reluctant to release huge funds for further deals after splashing a whooping £100million to secure the services of Romelu Lukaku from Everton and Victor Lindelof.

Usain Bolt, Mo Farah

Jamaican sprint superstar Usain Bolt and British distance running icon Mo Farah will end their glittering careers on the track as the world athletics world championships come to London for the first time.

Last night, Real Madrid defender, Sergio Ramos called on Barcelona forward to join PSG this summer after the club expressed readiness to activate his release clause said to be about €222m. Ramos who spoke after a preseason Clasico stated that the move will make Barcelona "less of a problem" for his side.

Manchester United Coach, Jose Mourinho has commended the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on the recent changes to the African Cup of Nation (AFCON). The Portuguese international who made his position known on Wednesday in a chat with ESPN stated that the move will make AFCON more competitive and exciting since all African players invited for the competition would have rounded up club engagements.

2026 World

Nigerian Football Federation, NFF, President and Confederation of African Football, CAF, Executive Committee member, Amaju Pinnick, has disclosed that Morocco will meet next month’s deadline to bid to host the 2026 World Cup.