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Ghana head coach, Otto Addo has criticised the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) for awarding Cristiano Ronaldo a soft penalty following his side World Cup 3-2 defeat to Portugal on Thursday. Recall that Ronaldo was brought down by defender, Mohammed Salisu in the second half during the encounter, which he coolly …

Switzerland commenced their campaign on a winning note after overcoming the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon 1-0 in today’s 2022 World Cup clash. The first half produced lots of excitements as both teams showed great attacking prowess. Cameroon almost took the lead in the 10th minute but Karl Toko Ekambi’s effort …

Japanese fan cleaning up after the match. Japan supporters celebrated a shock 2-1 victory over Germany in their opening 2022 World Cup game on Wednesday by cleaning up the stadium a gesture that has now been practised at several major tournaments. Having just watched their side come from a goal …

Manchester United will look to bring in Victor Osimhen in January after terminating Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract. The Red Devils and the Portugal captain parted ways this week.United announced that the forward has departed after a mutual agreement between both parties. The Premier League giants will now turn to Osimhen as …

A stunning late comeback from Japan saw four-time winners Germany fall to a shock defeat in their opening World Cup game in Qatar. Germany dominated a frenetic match for large spells but failed to capitalise on their pressure – before Japan caused the Khalifa International Stadium to erupt into a …

Former Manchester United striker, Cristiano Ronaldo. Former Manchester United striker, Cristiano Ronaldo, has been slapped with a fine of £50,000 and given a two-match ban by the football association in England. Following an incident that occurred in April when Ronaldo smashed a fan’s phone at Goodison Park after Man United …

England captain, Harry Kane. England captain Harry Kane is set to have a scan on his right ankle on Wednesday, before Friday’s World Cup group match against the United States. Kane sustained a blow early in the second half during the 6-2 victory over Iran in Group B on Monday. He was …

Manchester United owners, The Glazer family. Manchester United’s owners the Glazer family say they are considering selling the club as they “explore strategic alternatives”. The Americans bought the club for £790m ($1.34bn) in 2005. Their move follows years of protest from fans against the ownership. A statement from the club said the …

France defender, Lucas Hernandez. France defender Lucas Hernandez has been ruled out of the rest of the World Cup because of the knee injury he picked up in the win against Australia. The 26-year-old Bayern Munich left-back ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament of his right knee in the defending champions’ 4-1 …

Manchester City Manager, Pep Guardiola. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has signed a two-year contract extension that will keep him at the club until 2025. Guardiola, 51, has won 11 trophies, including four Premier League titles, during six years at Etihad Stadium. “From day one I felt something special being …