Football

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe expressed his delight after scoring twice in their 4-1 victory over Las Palmas on Sunday night. Mbappe commented: "This was an important match for us. We were aware of Atlético's defeat and Barcelona's draw yesterday, so we were determined to secure the win. Although we started poorly by conceding an early goal, the team's response was exceptional. We sought out space and played with speed and quality."

Nasarawa United technical director, Kabiru Dogo has disclosed that to reposition the club, it is important to sign quality strikers during the mid-season transfer window. The Solid Miners have being battling for goals this season and currently occupy the bottom spot on the table. The Lafia club lost 2-1 to Enyimba in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, match day 17 encounter in Aba yesterday.

The Newly-appointed Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle will arrive Nigeria on Sunday to sign his contract. It was learned that Chelle will be accompanied by three of his trusted assistants.

Former England striker, Gary Linekar has applauded Alex Iwobi for his remarkable displays for Fulham this season. Iwobi has played in different positions for the Whites in the 2024/25 campaign. The Nigeria international has also had his best-ever goal contributions in the Premier League this term.

Following his sack at Plymouth as manager, Wayne Rooney is set to launch a sensational return to the Premier League as a specialist coach,. Rooney was last month fired from the Championship club after only 25 games he managed. It was learned that the former Manchester United defender after a mutual termination of his contract might not be entitle to compensation.

Real Madrid are reportedly preparing a second bid to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold, aiming to lure him away from Liverpool during the January transfer window. As the European transfer window opens, top clubs are intensifying efforts to strengthen their squads early in 2025. Reigning La Liga and Champions League champions Real Madrid are keen to add more star players to their roster at the Santiago Bernabéu.