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Former Arsenal defender, Bacary Sagna, has backed Manchester City star Rayan Cherki to win the Ballon d’Or in the future.

According to Sagna, the France international can win the top individual prize because he is from the street and also a special footballer.

Speaking via Oddschecker as quoted by Goal, Sagna said, “Cherki is special. You can tell by the way he plays that he is a showman and he is entertaining the whole crowd.

“You can see he is from the street by the way he plays. He reminds me of the Brazilian players with the ability to dribble, play and have a good touch.

“I think he can definitely win the Ballon d’Or in the future, and he still has time on his side as he is still very young.”

Ballon d’Or: ‘He’s from the street’ – Bacary Sagna names player that can win award

Former Arsenal star, Jack Wilshere, has picked the trophy he wants the Gunners to win between the English Premier League and the UEFA Champions League.

Arsenal have just three fixtures remaining in both the Champions League and the Premier League this term.

Mikel Arteta’s side will win both trophies if they win their last three matches against Burnley, Crystal Palace, and Paris Saint-Germain – in both competitions.

But when asked to pick which trophy he would want his old club to win between the EPL and the UCL, Wilshere said, as quoted by Metro UK, “It is a tough question because Arsenal are now in a position where they can win both.

“I’d probably rather win the Premier League because growing up as a young person in this country, I watched the Premier League all my life, and to win it is a massive thing.

“Saying that, the Champions League is as well, but I’d say the Premier League for me.”

EPL, UCL: Jack Wilshere picks trophy he wants Arsenal to win

Manchester United captain, Bruno Fernandes, has equalled the Premier League record of 20 assists in a season.

Fernandes is now level with Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry.

He hit the milestone, after laying across a pass that Bryan Mbeumo scored United’s third.

The win ensured that the Red Devils secured third place with a 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest.

Luke Shaw opened the scoring at Old Trafford, before Morato equalized with a simple header after the break.

Almost immediately, Matheus Cunha put United in front again, before Mbeumo’s goal.

Morgan Gibbs-White pulled one back for Forest, who have already secured safety in the topflight.

EPL: Bruno Fernandes equals assist record as Man Utd beat Nottingham Forest

Former Arsenal defender, Mikael Silvestre, has suggested that forward Gabriel Martinelli should consider leaving the Gunners if manager Mikel Arteta guides the club to the Premier League title this season.

Silvestre explained that it would be a good time for the Brazilian international to leave Arteta’s side if the club ended up winning the English top-flight league.

Arteta’s side is in the driving seat to claim the Premier League as they just need to win their remaining two matches against Burnley and Crystal Palace.

“Gabriel Martinelli might be the Arsenal player who wants to trigger a transfer because of hame-time,” Silvestre was quoted by Metro UK as telling  Betpack.

“He wants to play and Leandro Trossard gets more game time than him.

“Leaving Arsenal after winning the Premier League would be good timing for him, maybe a good decision, but he needs to find the right place to go.”

EPL: Martinelli told to leave club if Arsenal wins title

Manchester City have agreed a deal with manager Pep Guardiola’s replacement, Enzo Maresca.

This was disclosed by football transfer expert Nicolo Schira, who revealed that Maresca has an agreement in principle with the Cityzens for a contract until 2028 with the option for 2029.

In a post on X at the weekend, Schira insisted that “it is now up to Guardiola to decide what to do as Maresca is waiting.”

Man City have designated Maresca as Guardiola’s replacement if the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich head coach leaves Etihad Stadium at the end of the season.

Guardiola has a year left on his contract with Man City, and he has been linked with a move away from the Premier League giants.

The 55-year-old recently cleared the air regarding his future at Man City.

EPL: ‘He’s waiting’ – Man City agree deal with Pep Guardiola’s replacement

Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba has said he is honoured with the opportunity to lead the team, DAILY POST reports.

Maikaba was named new head coach of the seven-time African champions two weeks ago.

The experienced tactician will lead the Flying Eagles at the 2025 WAFU B U-20 Championship in July.

He previously worked as an assistant coach in the Flying Eagles, and Nigeria’s U-17 side, Golden Eaglets.

Maikaba said it is a great opportunity to take charge of the team.

“I am deeply honored for this role as Head Coach of the Nigeria U-20 Flying Eagles,” Maikaba wrote on X.

“To lead this team is a massive responsibility and a privilege I do not take lightly. Nigeria’s football history is built on passion, grit, and talent.”

Abdu Maikaba ‘honoured’ to lead Flying Eagles 

Rangers have expressed readiness for the 2026 President Federation Cup.

The Flying Antelopes will do battle with the Nigeria National League, NNL, side Godswill Akpabio FC in the Round of 64 of the competition.

The encounter is billed for Tuesday, 19 May at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba.

“President Federation Cup campaign begins with a Round of 64 clash against Godswill Akpabio FC,” Rangers wrote on their social media.

“Ready for the fight. Ready for the challenge.”

DAILY POST recalls that Rangers reached the semi-final of the competition last year.

Rangers last won Nigeria’s oldest competition in 2018.

Rangers declare readiness for President Federation Cup

Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, has hailed three Chelsea players following his side’s FA Cup final 1-0 win against the Blues.

Guardiola watched as Man City defeated Chelsea to win the FA Cup, thanks to Antoine Semenyo’s only goal of the encounter at Wembley Stadium.

Speaking at his post-match interview after the game, Guardiola heaped praises on Levi Colwill, Reece James and Moisés Caicedo, insisting that they were so good.

“Five finals in 10 years, won three, lost two, quite decent, I would say. Against Colwill, James and Caicedo, they are so good,” Guardiola said as quoted by the Independent UK after the match.

“Second half, they were better even though we had the first chance with Antoine [Semenyo], they were better, but we found the goal.”

FA Cup final: ‘They’re so good’ – Guardiola hails three Chelsea players after City’s victory

Al Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, snubbed his runner-up medal after they lost to Gamba Osaka in the AFC Champions League Two final on Saturday night.

Deniz Hommet scored what proved to be the winner in the game played at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh.

Ronaldo could be seen walking from the rest of the team towards the tunnel at full time.

The 41-year-old was nowhere to be found, as Al-Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus led his players to pick up their silver medals.

Ronaldo could still end the season with a trophy as Al-Nassr currently sit two points clear of Al-Hilal at the top of the Saudi Pro League.

They only need to defeat relegation-threatened Damac and they would be confirmed champions.

Ronaldo refuses to collect runner-up medal after Al-Nassr lose Champions League final

Coventry City have confirmed they have signed Frank Onyeka on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports.

Onyeka linked up with the Sky Blues on loan from Brentford in January.

Coventry City triggered the option to make the deal permanent following their promotion to the Premier League.

Frank Lampard’s side will pay Brentford €8m for the defensive midfielder.

Onyeka played a key role in Coventry’s promotion to the top-flight.

The 28-year-old recorded one goal, and one assist in 14 Championship appearances for the club.

He has been nominated for Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month for April.

Transfer: Coventry City confirm Onyeka’s permanent signing