Category: Sports

Niger Tornadoes have completed the signing of experienced hitman, Wasiu Jimoh, DAILY POST reports.

Jimoh joined the Ikon Allah Boys from Nigeria National League, NNL, side Bichi First FC.

The bulky forward’s arrival is expected to give Kabiru Dogo’s side more options in attack.

Jimoh has made 139 appearances, and scored 18 goals in the NPFL.

He has featured for Kwara United, Kano Pillars and Shooting Stars in the past.

Jimoh won the 2025 President Federation Cup with Kwara United.

His experience will be crucial for the Minna-based club, who are rebuilding their squad following the departure of several key players.

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes sign Jimoh from Bichi First FC

Opta supercomputer has predicted the LaLiga title winners, top five positions and teams to be relegated this season.

The 2026/27 LaLiga season will commence on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

The opening match will be between Deportivo Alaves and Getafe CF at 7:30 pm, local time.

However, according to the Supercomputer, Barcelona has 45.6% chance of winning the LaLiga again, having won it last season.

Real Madrid has a 31.0% chance of winning the title under Mourinho, while Atletico Madrid (8.6% chance), Villarreal (3.3% chance) and Real Betis (2.1% chance) complete the top five.

Meanwhile, Getafe, Alaves and Osasuna are all expected to be relegated, according to the Supercomputer.

LaLiga: Supercomputer predicts title winners, top five, relegated teams this season

Turkish Super Lig club, Amedspor have completed the signing of Nigeria international Yira Sor, DAILY POST reports.

Sor linked up with the Turkish Super Lig newcomers from Belgian Pro League outfit KRC Genk.

The winger becomes the second Nigerian to join Besnik Hasi’s side this month following Gift Orban’s arrival at the club.

Sor made 28 appearances in the Belgian topflight last season, scoring four goals and providing one assist.

Amedspor were promoted to the Turkish top-flight last season.

Sor made his international debut for the Super Eagles again Jordan in March.

Transfer: Sor completes move to Turkish club Amedspor 

Nigerian striker, Terem Moffi is closing in on a move to Bundesliga club Hamburg SV, DAILY POST reports.

According to the Hamburger Abendblatt, the transfer is expected to be finalised in the next few days.

Moffi has been declared surplus to requirements by French club OGC Nice.

The 27-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan with Portuguese champions FC Porto.

Moffi registered one goal and one assist in nine league appearances for the Dragons.

The forward initially joined Nice on loan from another French side Lorient in January 2023.

The move was made permanent in the summer of 2023.

Transfer: Moffi nears move to Bundesliga club Hamburg 

Ismail Bello is close to a move to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Enyimba, DAILY POST reports.

Bello is reported to have agreed on personal terms with the nine-time NPFL champions.

According to reports, Bello is expected to be unveiled as Enyimba player in the coming days.

Bello won the 2026 President Federation Cup title with El-Kanemi Warriors.

He featured regularly for the Borno Army during the 2025/26 season.

Bello was also once in the books of Gombe United.

NPFL: Ismail Bello set for Enyimba transfer

Chelsea icon, John Terry, has disclosed that in 2005, Jose Mourinho obtained a video of Bolton’s training session.

He mentioned that then Bolton manager Sam Allardyce was observed providing guidance on how to manage William Gallas in the recorded material.

In a statement shared by talkSPORT, Terry recounted that Allardyce was directing his Bolton squad to target the Chelsea defender, and they viewed the training footage at Chelsea. He suggested that Mourinho utilized this information to gain an advantage over their Premier League rivals.

He said, “We were watching a video, and suddenly Sam Allardyce appeared in Bolton’s training, saying: hit Gallas, he’s not good in the air. He was spitting and talking in that way through the microphone. It was like, my goodness, who gets footage from someone’s training ground? I still don’t know where Mourinho got this footage!”

Chelsea subsequently triumphed over Bolton with a score of 5-1 in the league match, contributing to their Premier League title victory. Terry also expressed feelings of guilt regarding Mourinho’s departure from the club, stating:

“I would leave that pitch in a coffin for him. You’ve got grown men, tears running down their face, not really understanding why. And even still today I’m like, that’s my fault. When we drew the Champions League game, my man scored. If I didn’t let that person score, would he have lasted another couple of years? Who knows?”

“I still feel kind of responsible for that, if that makes sense. It’s just disappointing how it all ended, if I’m honest. I absolutely loved him and adored him and was more upset than anyone, to be honest.”

Jose Mourinho departed from Stamford Bridge in 2007 following a disagreement with Roman Abramovich. He made a return in 2013 after his tenure at Real Madrid, but his second stint lasted only two and a half seasons before he was dismissed.

How Mourinho spied on other teams – John Terry

Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, has come under fire for engaging in a ‘fight’ with Villarreal defender Santiago Mourino.

Osimhen clashed with Mourino during Galatasaray’s pre-season friendly 2-1 defeat to Villarreal at the weekend.

The Nigerian international was not pleased with Mourino after the Uruguay defender used his body to stop him from getting into a dangerous position in the penalty box at RAMS Park.

Reacting to the incident at his post-match interview, Villarreal head coach, Inigo Perez criticized Osimhen for ‘attacking’ Mourino

He suggested that the former Napoli attacker should have been given a red card and not a yellow card.

”There is not much to say about the football, because the opposing team didn’t come onto the field to play football, but to fight,” Perez said.

”Osimhen attacked our player out of nowhere and only got a yellow card.”

Osimhen under fire for engaging in fight with Mourino

Cameroon goalkeeper Michaely Bihina has reacted to the Indomitable Lionesses’ victory over the Super Falcons of Nigeria.

Valentine Nguélé’s side booked a place in the semi-final of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations following a hard-earned 1-0 victory over the 10-time champions.

The victory also ensure the Indomitable Lionesses will fly Africa’s flag at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.

Myriam Nyadjou scored the decisive goal from a free-kick in the 19th minute.

The Super Falcons, who dominated the game pushed relentlessly for an equaliser, but Bihina repeatedly denied them with a series of crucial saves.

The Benfica shot stopper produced nine saves to prevent Justine Madugu’s side from finding a way back into the game.

Bihina, who was named Player of the Match, praised her teammates for contributing to the win.

“It’s a feeling of pride, our qualification that we wanted so much. We managed to break the curse against Nigeria, we turned things around. It’s the work of the whole team, not just mine,” Bihina told CAF media after the match.

Cameroon will now face hosts Morocco in the semifinals on Wednesday as they continue their quest for a first continental title.

WAFCON 2026: Cameroon goalkeeper thumbs up win over Super Falcons

Chelsea and 10 other Premier League teams not involved in European competition this season will discover their opponents in the Carabao Cup second round draw later on Monday (today).

The Premier League clubs are joined in the draw by the winners of the first round fixtures.

Chelsea will be aiming to win the competition for the sixth time in their history.

The draw will take place on Monday night, during the build-up to Plymouth Argyle’s first round clash with Exeter City.

The second round fixtures are to be played during the week commencing Monday, 24 August.

Here are all the teams involved in the draw:

Brentford, Chelsea, Fulham, Newcastle United, Everton, Leeds United, Nottingham Forest, Tottenham Hotspur, Coventry City, Ipswich Town, Hull City, Walsall, Wolves, Stevenage, Middlesbrough, Cambridge United, Millwall, Fleetwood Town, Barnsley, Bradford City, Burnley, Stoke City, Peterborough United, Lincoln City, Crewe Alexandra, Shrewsbury Town, Doncaster Rovers, Blackburn Rovers, Sheffield Wednesday, Blackpool, Luton Town, Preston North End, Cardiff City, Leicester City, Watford, Norwich City, Leyton Orient, Reading, Birmingham City, AFC Wimbledon, West Ham United, West Bromwich Albion, Charlton Athletic, Southampton, and Sheffield United.

Carabao Cup draw: Chelsea, 10 other EPL clubs to discover opponents

Former Arsenal player, Jeremie Aliadiere, has noted that three players could significantly influence the Gunners’ performance in the 2026-27 season.

The ex-striker made the comment prior to the season’s kickoff, as Mikel Arteta’s team prepare to defend the Premier League title they secured last season.

Aliadiere told Tribal Football that the Gunners are strong contenders to reclaim the league title.

However, he noted that their success may depend on the fitness of the trio consisting of William Saliba, Bukayo Saka, and Declan Rice.

He said, “I believe so, yes. Arsenal already possesses an excellent squad, but their current investment represents a significant move and a declaration of their intent to advance and defend their title. Therefore, in my opinion, Arsenal has the most formidable squad to win the title again.

“But what could potentially go awry? Well, (Bukayo) Saka and (Declan) Rice are expected to return to the squad soon, and the critical question is how long it will take for them to regain full fitness and whether Arsenal can perform optimally in their absence.

“Saka and Rice are pivotal players, and if their recovery takes time, Arsenal might face challenges. Additionally, with (William) Saliba also sidelined for a period, they will lack the dependable partnership of Saliba and Gabriel, raising the question of whether (Cristhian) Mosquera, Hincapie, or (Riccardo) Calafiori can step up to partner with Gabriel and help Arsenal start the season positively?

“These are concerns, but I am confident that with a larger and more robust squad, Arsenal can navigate any challenges.”

EPL: Jeremie Aliadiere names three players Arsenal can’t do without this season