Author: Carla Ribeiro

SSC Napoli begin their 2025-26 title defense against Sassuolo on August 23, 2025, as Antonio Conte tackles the challenge of integrating McTominay and De Bruyne in their 100th season. All matches stream on Paramount+.

Tottenham Hotspur beat Brentford 2-0 on December 6, 2025, as manager Thomas Frank defeated his former club with goals from Rasharison and Jiai Simmons, easing pressure on his tenure amid Brentford’s poor away form.

Johann Lepenant recalls Laurent Blanc actively participating in 'toro' drills at Olympique Lyonnais during the 2023-24 season, revealing a rare hands-on coaching style that contrasted with the club’s eventual mid-table finish.

FC Barcelona opens ticket applications for the 2025 Copa del Rey final in Seville, with strict membership requirements, a notary-supervised draw, and official travel packages—while third-party sites falsely advertise tickets for a 2026 match.

Lionel Messi set a new MLS playoff record with 12 goal contributions as Inter Miami CF crushed FC Cincinnati 4-0 to reach the Eastern Conference Final, one step from hosting the MLS Cup on December 6, 2025.

Luka Dončić scored 37 points as the Lakers beat the Jazz 140-126, while LeBron James made history with his 23rd NBA season debut, leading Los Angeles to its 11th win.

On November 17, 2025, asbestos-contaminated play sand from Educational Colours and Creatistics led to school closures across Canterbury, triggering a nationwide recall. Children's exposure poses serious long-term health risks, prompting urgent action by MBIE and WorkSafe.

Rulani Mokwena faces his former club Mamelodi Sundowns in the CAF Champions League group stage after being sacked in 2024 despite winning the South African title. MC Alger, his current team, is now set for a dramatic continental showdown.

Raphinha scored twice as Barcelona came from behind to beat Real Madrid 4-3 at Camp Nou on May 11, 2025, all but securing the LaLiga title with two games left. A dramatic El Clásico for the ages.

Real Madrid face Valencia at the Bernabéu on April 5, 2025, with title‑chasing stakes; odds favor Los Blancos but Valencia's recent win adds intrigue.

NMDPRA chief Farouk Ahmed says Dangote refinery now supplies 20 m litres of petrol daily, covering 40 % of Nigeria's demand despite operational hiccups.

Nigeria's Super Falcons thrashed Zambia 5‑0 in the WAFCON 2024 quarter‑final in Casablanca, keeping a clean sheet and moving on to the semifinals.