After Two Final Heartbreaks, Falconets Dream of World Cup Glory
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s football team, the Falconets, will be hoping to make history at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland by winning the country’s first-ever title in…
Aston Villa Sign Senegal Winger Ibrahim Mbaye from PSG in £47m Deal
Birmingham, England – September 1, 2026 DDNews-Sport Aston Villa have signed Senegal winger Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain in a deal worth a reported £47 million ($63 million) on Tuesday.…
Lionel Messi Announces Retirement from International Football
Argentina – August 31, 2026 Argentina great Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that “hurt” but he understands “the time has come.”…
Messi Expresses ‘Serious Doubts’ About Continuing Football Career After Father’s Death
DDNewsOnline – Lagos, August 12, 2026 Argentina superstar and inspiration behind his country’s 2022 World Cup victory, Lionel Messi, said Wednesday he has “serious doubts” about continuing to play football…
Jeff Stelling Tips Arsenal as Clear Favourites for Premier League Title
DDNewsOnline – Lagos, August 4, 2026 Sky Sports veteran Jeff Stelling has tipped Arsenal as the team to beat in the race for this season’s Premier League title. Stelling believes…
FIFA President Infantino Seeks Trump Administration Support Amid Pressure to Resign Over Failed World Cup Sale Plan
DDNewsOnline – Lagos, August 3, 2026 FIFA President Gianni Infantino wants the Trump administration to help keep him in office and has scheduled private talks with Secretary of State Marco…
Chelsea Complete Signing of Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m
DDNewsOnline – Lagos July 30, 2026 Chelsea have completed the signing of France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace in a deal worth £52 million. BBC Sport on Thursday reports…
Eddie Howe to Leave Newcastle United with Immediate Effect
DDNewsOnline – Lagos July 30, 2026 Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is set to leave the Premier League club with immediate effect after deciding to step away from football, bringing…
Barcelona Sign Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund for €29m
DDNewsOnline – Lagos July 23, 2026 Barcelona signed forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on Thursday for a reported fee of 29 million euros ($33 million) including potential add-ons. “Adeyemi…
Two Dead in Mexico City as Massive Crowds Celebrate National Team’s World Cup Round of 16 Qualification
At least two people have died during wild celebrations in Mexico City following Mexico’s national team’s 2-0 victory over Ecuador, which secured their place in the FIFA World Cup Round…