Manchester united striker Joshua Zirkee scores his first goal since matchday 1

Arne Slot: The best teams don’t just admire their efforts – they keep pushing forward.

The league leaders welcome the defending champions to Anfield for a 4pm GMT kick-off, holding an eight-point lead and boosted by a midweek 2-0 victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League.

"Let me begin by saying Wednesday was a remarkable night for this club," writes Reds head coach Slot in his matchday programme.

"To overcome a team like Real Madrid, everything has to align – the players’ performance, the electric atmosphere from the fans, the preparation, and the sheer determination. All of these elements came together. While it wasn’t flawless – as a coach, you always chase an ideal that may not exist – the key ingredients were all present."

Honestly, Akwa United team is going down. After watching their matchday 12 game against Nasarawa United at Godswill Apkabio International Stadium Uyo, it obvious that they are going nowhere this season.

Akwa United escaped relegation last Season NPFL with total of 49 points and 16th position on the table.

Currently, Akwa United is 16th position on the NPFL table with total of 12 points. However, Akwa United will be facing El kanemi warriors on their matchday 13 of NPFL on Saturday 23rd on away game.

Definitely, El kanemi warriors will trash them. I have watched the both teams very well this season and El kanemi warriors are of a better side. I don't think that Akwa United will have the luck again this season to escape relegation . Thanks.

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The race to the CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025, is reaching fever pitch as Matchday 6 of the qualifiers sees five coveted spots still undecided, Soccernet.ng reports.

The 2024/25 UEFA Nations League is approaching its final matchdays for November, and some key games and group standings are coming into focus:

1. League A Highlights: France will face Israel and Belgium will play Italy. France, led by Didier Deschamps, is in a solid position, but Italy, under Luciano Spalletti, is looking to climb higher after securing a Euro 2024 spot. Group A1 sees Scotland taking on Croatia and Portugal, with Cristiano Ronaldo potentially adding to his record tally of international goals.


2. League B Developments: England needs a win over Greece to remain in contention for promotion, while Greece will secure an automatic promotion with just a draw. Finland, in the same group, faces relegation unless they can beat Ireland. In Group B4, Turkey, still undefeated, aims for promotion if they beat Wales, while Iceland is at risk of being out of playoff contention.


3. League C Action: Sweden and Slovakia are tied in Group C1 and both are vying for promotion. Azerbaijan, facing Estonia, must win to avoid relegation. Romania leads Group C2 and will be promoted with a result against Kosovo. For Group C3, Estonia and Cyprus battle to avoid relegation.



Upcoming games in these groups will determine who advances to higher leagues and who faces relegation, making this round critical for many teams in pursuit of Nations League success.

It’s the first double-matchday of the season.

Let’s go, Blues! 🫡

Former Libyan midfielder who plays for Besiktas FC has accused Super Eagles players of using their fame to draw the attention of the European media. He claims they reported and circulated unverified news all over social media about the Nigeria Super Eagles team being kept hostage in Libya airport.

Moatasem Al-Musrati announced his retirement from the Libya national team last month, citing the many administrative problems surrounding the Libyan national team that neg@tively affected the team.

Al-Musrati claimed that what happened to the Super Eagles is logistical, which is the opposite of what their team faced during their visit to Nigeria for matchday 3 of AFCON 2025 qualifications. However, nobody reported on this because nobody knows any of their players on the world stage.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria were subjected to unprofessional treatment as they arrived in Libya for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against the said country.
Recall that Libya were at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, on Friday for the matchday three of the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against the Super Eagles.

Raheem Sterling was left out of Chelsea's matchday squad for their opening game against Manchester City, leading to speculation about his future at the club. Sterling's representatives released a statement questioning his absence and seeking clarity on the situation. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca downplayed the issue, calling it a "tactical decision." With Sterling's future uncertain, six possible destinations are being considered:

1. Newcastle United: Could cover most of his wages and offer a new opportunity.
2. Liverpool: A return to his former club, potentially filling a gap on the left wing.
3. Juventus: Interested in signing a winger, potentially swapping Federico Chiesa for Sterling.
4. Crystal Palace: Need quality in attack and have funds available after Michael Olise's sale.
5. PSG: Might still be interested despite signing Désiré Doué, offering an elite winger experience.
6. Saudi Arabia: An unnamed club made an offer last summer, and Sterling might consider it if he needs to leave chelsea.

Official: FC Barcelona will face Deportivo de La Coruña away from home on matchday 1 of Liga F.