Category: Sports

Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, club, Kun Khalifat FC, are seeking new buyers, DAILY POST reports.

The Pride of Imo in a letter to the NPFL on Friday, confirmed that they are in the process of handing over the majority shares of the club to a prospective buyer.

The process must be completed before the start of the 2026/27 NPFL season to ensure a change of name.

Kun Khalifat gained promotion to the NPFL from the Nigeria National League, NNL, two years ago.

The Owerri-based club initially announced their withdrawal from the NPFL last season due to financial challenges but later reversed the decision.

They ultimately avoided relegation, finishing the campaign in 16th position.

NPFL: Kun Khalifat FC set for change of ownership

Joseph Ameh has been appointed the new captain of Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, club, Kun Khalifat FC, DAILY POST reports.

The Owerri-based club confirmed Ameh’s appointment in a post on their social media handle.

Ameh takes over the leadership role after the departure of former captain Chikamso Amaefula for Rivers United.

He is the oldest serving player in the team after joining Kun Khalifat in 2021.

Adehi Sunday and Akano Michael will serve as assistant captains.

Kun Khalifat are currently gearing up for the 2026-27 season.

NPFL: Ameh appointed new Kun Khalifat FC captain

Former Manchester United striker, Diego Forlan, has landed a new managerial job.

The 47-year-old has been appointed as the new head coach of Uruguay’s national football team.

Forlan, who also played for Atletico Madrid during his professional career, will also coach the Uruguayan Under-20s side.

His appointment comes after Marcelo Bielsa stepped down after Uruguay failure to qualify from the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

“One of the most important figures in the history of La Celeste begins a new chapter: he [Forlan] will be the head coach of both the Under-20 and Senior National Teams,” a Uruguayan Football Association statement read.

Ex-Man Utd striker, Diego Forlan lands new managerial job

Rangers will begin the defence of their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title with a home clash against Katsina United, DAILY POST reports.

The encounter will hold at the ‘Cathedral’ Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu on Sunday, 30 August, 2026.

The Flying Antelopes won the title for the ninth time last season.

Former champions Shooting Stars, and new boys Inter Lagos will clash in the opening fixture of the 2026/27 season.

The South West derby is scheduled for the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan on Friday, 28 August, 2026.

It will be Inter Lagos’ first-ever top-flight game following their promotion from the Nigeria National League, NNL, last season.

The remaining matchday one encounter will hold across different venues on Sunday, 30 August, 2026.

Full Fixtures

Ikorodu City FC vs Ranchers Bees
Abia Warriors vs Kun Khalifat FC
Barau FC vs Nasarawa United
Bendel Insurance vs Warri Wolves
Enugu Rangers vs Katsina United
Rivers United vs Plateau United FC
Kwara United vs Kano Pillars
Niger Tornadoes vs Enyimba FC
Shooting Stars vs Inter Lagos
Doma United vs Sporting Lagos

NPFL: Rangers start title defence against Katsina United as 3SC take on Inter Lagos

Manchester United are eager to sign left-back Jorge Salinas from Racing Santander this summer transfer window.

The Red Devils want Lewis Hall to fill their problem position, but Newcastle United are reluctant to sell the 21-year-old.

However, according to Sport, Man United have now settled on Salinas as their Plan B.

The Premier League club will have to battle Barcelona for the 19-year-old’s signature.

Meanwhile, in another development, Arsenal are interested in signing Cristian Romero from Tottenham Hotspur, according to The Athletic.

However, it will be difficult for Tottenham to sell the centre-back to their London rivals.

Spurs are expected to sell Romero this summer, but an overseas buyer is deemed more likely.

Romero has also been linked with Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid.

Transfer: Man Utd to sign Salinas as Arsenal eye Romero

Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, has been left furious with Barcelona set to sign Manchester City’s Rodri this summer.

Mourinho had been pushing senior officials at the club to bring in Rodri, as he seeks to bolster his midfield.

But Barca have now jumped to the front of the queue and are looking to quickly wrap up the deal.

Rodri is into the final months of his current contract and has been waiting on Madrid to open negotiations.

However, Los Blancos have been focused on tying Vinicius Junior to a new contract, amid strong interest from Arsenal.

City also want to keep Rodri and extend his contract, but it now appears he could be leaving the Etihad.

Transfer: Mourinho angry as Barcelona hijack Real Madrid’s move for Rodri

Galatasaray might receive transfer offers they specifically want for their top striker, Victor Osimhen.

This was disclosed by Turkish football pundit Yağız Sabuncuoğlu, who insisted that Osimhen has no desire to leave Galatasaray at the moment.

He also noted that no club in Europe outside of Saudi Arabia can offer the Nigerian international the salary he currently receives at Galatasaray.

Osimhen has been linked with a summer transfer move away from Galatasaray.

“In terms of transfer fees, Galatasaray might receive the offers they want specifically for Osimhen, but aside from Saudi Arabia, there is no team in any of Europe’s big five leagues that can offer Victor Osimhen the net salary he is earning,” Sabuncuoğlu said via Safa Sports.

“Atletico Madrid is being mentioned. Let me tell you, Atletico Madrid’s offer would not exceed 10 million euros.

“But right now, that Osimhen is happy at Galatasaray. I don’t think he has any desire to leave.”

Osimhen is reportedly earning £307,795 per week at Galatasaray.

Turkey: Galatasaray to receive transfer offers they specifically want for Osimhen

Vinicius Junior has spoken for the first time since he put pen to paper on a new six-year contact with Real Madrid.

The 26-year-old’s future remained uncertain, especially as he was into the final months of the previous deal.

Arsenal were very keen on Vinicius Jr, as Mikel Arteta identified the player to bolster his left wing.

Although Vinicius Jr was believed to be interested in a move to the Premier League champions, he ultimately agreed fresh terms with Madrid.

The Brazilian has now claimed eight years with Los Blancos was too short and he wants to continue playing for them.

“Eight years at the Bernabeu is too short…six more years and forever,” Vinicius posted on his Instagram story.

Vinicius Jr joined Real Madrid when he was 18 from Flamengo.

Transfer: Why I snubbed Arsenal to stay with Real Madrid – Vinicius Jr

Real Madrid on Thursday released a statement, stating that the club has reached an agreement with Vinicius to extend his contract.

Vinicius will now remain at the Santiago Bernabeu until June 30, 2032.

The Brazilian international joined the Los Blancos in July 2018 at the age of 18.

Before signing a new contract extension with Real Madrid, Vinicius’ current deal with the LaLiga giants is expected to expire in 12 months.

The 26-year-old’s future at Madrid has been the subject of intense speculation this summer.

He was linked with a move to Premier League champions Arsenal this summer.

Real Madrid releases statement on Vinicius regarding contract extension

Former Chelsea defender, Frank LeBoeuf, has said that the club should seek a replacement for Robert Sanchez to stand any chance of performing well in the Premier League this season.

He voiced his apprehension regarding the goalkeeper’s proficiency with the ball.

The Blues signed Sanchez from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2023, and he currently serves as their first-choice goalkeeper, having achieved nine clean sheets in 35 Premier League matches last season.

Nevertheless, the Spaniard has also committed several errors over the past two seasons, which have proven to be detrimental.

Sanchez is anticipated to remain at Chelsea this summer under the new management of Xabi Alonso. However, Frank LeBoeuf contends that a replacement is necessary, as he stated on ESPN FC:

“I still have a question mark over the goalkeeper. Sanchez can be very good on the line, but with his feet, he’s always creating issues and scares the fans when he has the ball at his feet.”

LeBoeuf also addressed the necessity for the Blues to reduce their squad size, commenting:

“I think they have like 45 players. They have to get rid of some of them. And of course, Xabi Alonso will have to get a selection of the players and maybe get rid of 15, at least 15 players. That’s insane, but it’s what he has to do. Otherwise, you cannot work.”

He further emphasized that Chelsea and Alonso “need to get rid” of certain players to maintain a harmonious dressing room.

EPL: ‘Always creating issues, scares fans’ – Frank LeBoeuf names player Chelsea must change