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Franco Mastantuono, a promising 17-year-old attacking midfielder who is signed with River Plate until December 2026, is emerging as a fresh talent in Argentine football. There were speculations about interest from Paris Saint-Germain, but it turns out that he will join Real Madrid instead. This news has now been officially confirmed by the Spanish club. It seems everything is settled now—Mastantuono won’t be joining PSG, as expected following recent speculations. There might be some remorse down the line, yet his professional journey isn't close to ending just yet. At present, the anticipation around him potentially moving to Paris was merely speculation. It remains uncertain if these rumors hold true; meanwhile, PSG could very well explore numerous alternative options at their disposal. In any event, we should allow the young Argentine to adjust to his new surroundings with great anticipation. Our focus will be on the Parisian initiative and those involve...

Khaby Lame, the globe’s top-followed TikToker, who was released from U.S. immigration custody, has traveled to Brazil. He has reportedly been enjoying time with his friends there, according to statements made by local officials on Thursday. Lame is currently residing with AC Milan player Emerson Royal and has been spending time interacting with local supporters. This information was provided by Paulo Eduardo Dias Junior, a city councilor from Americana, which is approximately 78 miles (125 kilometers) northwest of São Paulo, to The Associated Press. On Wednesday evening, they engaged in an amicable football game against the local team. After being apprehended by immigration officials at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on June 6 for an alleged visa violation, Lamine departed from the United States. The Senegalese-Italian social media personality, known professionally as Seringe Khabane Lame, was permitted to exit the nation without facing formal deportatio...

Legendary touring car driver Gabriele Tarquini has been appointed as the sporting director for the new Genesis World Endurance Championship Hypercar team set to debut in 2026. The individual, aged 63, has assumed a new position with Genesis Magma Racing, which is based at Paul Ricard, following their tenure as the team manager for the BRC Racing Team TCR outfit. As anticipated from the previous summer . Following his stint as a driver, Tarquini transitioned into management. stepped down from piloting at the age of 59 in 2021 Following four seasons with the Italian team in the TCR World Touring Car Championship. "When I retired from racing in 2021, the logical progression was to transition into motorsports, beginning within my area of expertise — touring cars," stated Tarquini, highlighting his victories which include winning the 1994 British Touring Car Championship with Alfa Romeo and securing the 2009 World Touring Car Championship with SEAT. Read Also: Arc...

European officials are expressing concern about the military assaults that took place overnight involving Israel and Iran, urging for prompt calming measures to prevent a widespread conflict that might engulf the entire Middle Eastern region and extend further. The British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, was among the initial leaders to respond, calling for all factions to retreat and urgently mitigate tensions. “Escalation benefits no one in the area. Maintaining stability in the Middle East should be our main focus, and we are working with partners to reduce tensions,” Starmer stated on social media. “This is the moment for self-restraint, composure, and a shift back to diplomatic efforts.” His counterpart from the Netherlands, Dick Schoof, conveyed a comparable statement. Schoof warned about the disturbing assaults in the Middle East. The Netherlands urges all sides to stay composed and avoid additional attacks and counterattacks. For the sake of regional stability, urg...

Tottenham have had preliminary talks aimed at signing Manchester United target Bryan Mbeumo following the appointment of Thomas Frank , according to reports. Mbeumo has garnered attention from multiple Premier League teams, yet he seemed determined to join United during this summer’s transfer window. Brentford rejected an initial bid from the Red Devils valued at £45 million, however, Ruben Amorim’s team continues with their interest. anticipated to return with a revised proposal nearer to the Bees' £60 million valuation. Manchester United are keen on signing the striker who scored 20 goals in the Premier League last season and bringing him to Old Trafford. along with Matheus Cunha to strengthen their offensive choices . Nevertheless, they might need to move quickly to finalize an agreement, with Sky Sports The report indicates that Tottenham has engaged in discussions with Brentford regarding a potential agreement for Mbeumo. Receive daily personal...

The Club World Cup Will kick off with Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami facing Egyptian champions Al Ahly. David Beckham's team of aging celebrities are part of the competition as they secured their spot through the MLS regular season with a total of 74 points, even though they did not win the playoffs. At 1 am UK time, they will kick off the redesigned Club World Cup against one of Africa's largest teams in the event's inaugural match. The game, similar to all matches in the Club World Cup, will be accessible globally without charge for anyone registering. free account at DAZN , which has acquired the broadcasting rights for the event. You can register here. The match for Group A will take place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, providing Inter Miami with the benefit of playing at home. The victor will have the opportunity to take an early advantage in a pool that also features Brazil's Palmeiras and Portugal...

Kevin De Bruyne Kevin De Bruyne has finalized his transfer to Napoli following his departure from Manchester City as the Premier League season came to an end. De Bruyne will team up with ex-Chelsea and Tottenham boss Antonio Conte, now the head coach of the Italian title holders. By making his move to Italy as a free agent, De Bruyne turned down an offer from MLS team Chicago Fire. This transition now allows him to compete in the Champions League next season. Napoli unveiled the signing of the 33-year-old through a computer-generated picture showing De Bruyne seated on a throne with a crown, labeled "King Kev has arrived." After spending 10 years with Manchester City, where he claimed 19 significant titles since transferring from Wolfsburg in 2015, he departed the team. Notably, De Bruyne assisted City in securing six Premier League championships, five League Cups, and two FA Cups – along with clinching their inaugural Champions League title in 2023, ...

Franco Mastantuono, a promising 17-year-old attacking midfielder signed with River Plate until December 2026, has emerged as a rising star in Argentina's football landscape. He was noted among the top prospects for Paris Saint-Germain during the transfer window. Nonetheless, Real Madrid has now gained an advantage, and based on reports from journalist Fabrizio Romano, things seem settled. . It's certain that this journalist wouldn't make such a definitive statement without reason. Additionally, every major news outlet concurs that Mastantuono has selected Real Madrid. This could be seen as disappointing since he is considered a gifted athlete with great potential who might have thrived at PSG instead. However, that’s just how things are: you can never have every skilled player around. Preferences vary from person to person after all. Furthermore, we aren’t aware of the genuine interest level of the Parisian team in recruiting the Argentinian player. Maybe we ...

Mumbai (Maharashtra), [India], June 13 (ANI): There’s an electrifying buzz building up as we approach the launch of Season 1 of the Rugby Premier League. Just days away from kick-off, all six teams are diligently strategizing to secure their strongest start possible. Top-tier athletes have descended upon Mumbai, ready to etch their presence into the hearts of local supporters. This first-ever Rugby Premier League marks a significant opportunity for showcasing some of India's finest rugby talent. rugby Players will get the opportunity to come face-to-face with rugby’s greatest icons. Let's take a closer look at some of the top athletes worldwide who have traveled to India for this groundbreaking franchised Rugby Sevens event—the first ever held globally—according to an announcement from the Rugby Premier League. -**Akuila Rokolisoa – Bangalore Bravehearts** Hailing from Fiji, Akuila Rokolisoa forms part of the prestigious All Blacks squad based in New Zealand. He s...

On Thursday, Thomas Frank departed from his position as manager at Brentford to join Tottenham. Manchester United have previously seen their £55 million offer for the star winger turned down. TUNE IN: Did "Fergie Time" actually happen? Long-time Premier League official Mark Clattenburg discusses this in the inaugural episode of the Daily Mail’s new football podcast, Whistleblowers. Tottenham Hotspur has joined the competition to sign Manchester United Top priority for 's team, Bryan Mbeumo, after holding discussions with Brentford Regarding a potential transfer for the forward, as per recent reports. Manchester United were considered the frontrunners for signing Mbeumo and are now engaged in talks with Brentford after their initial proposal was submitted. A proposed deal of £55 million was turned down. . Mbeumo is considered a crucial option for United, who have already made acquisitions. Wolves forward Matheus Cun...

The upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, which includes 32 squads, is set to begin in the USA on June 14th and run through to the concluding match on July 13th. Expanding the Club World Cup to include 32 teams allows additional clubs from around the globe to go up against top-tier international football giants. Prominent European outfits like Manchester City, Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Inter Milan, and Borussia Dortmund will join this competition. These powerhouses will encounter formidable opponents from South America’s cream-of-the-crop clubs, which comprise Rio de Janeiro-based rivals River Plate and Flamengo alongside others such as Boca Juniors, Fluminense, and Botafogo. Out of these 32 teams, you’ll also encounter the top clubs from beyond Europe and South America. Nonetheless, Al Nassr, which hails from this region, won’t be making an appearance. Cristiano Ronaldo. When it comes to standout athletes, Lionel Messi , ...

Thomas Frank is set to assume command shortly. Tottenham Hotspur tasked with transforming the Europa League champions into serious competitors for the Premier League title. Although Tottenham Hotspur possess a skilled team, even after placing 17th in the previous season, Frank aims to imprint his distinctive style on the lineup. We have examined 11 players who might form his ideal Tottenham Hotspur team for the upcoming season. GK: Guglielmo Vicario Vicario appears likely to retain his position as the starting goalkeeper at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with no necessity for the team to search for an alternative primary shot-stopper. Even with some instability in set pieces, the Italian has shown himself to be a reliable goalkeeper and deserves to remain their final barrier. It would make more sense for them to spend their money elsewhere since Frank will have more urgent matters that require attention. RB: Pedro Porro The potential transfer of Trent Alexan...

Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoy He was raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota, within the United States of America, where he initially participated in baseball and football activities until he took up basketball because of his stature. He adores music and has been playing the piano since his first grade days. However, even though there’s considerable distance separating Africa from America, he maintains a robust connection to sports and education for kids back in Nigeria. Here lies the tale of Ezekiel Tobechukwu "Zeke" Nnaji, an American pro basketball player currently suiting up for the Denver Nuggets in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Born about 24 years ago, Zeke Nnaji is dedicated to assisting underprivileged young Nigerian children in integrating education and sports effortlessly so as to enhance their lives, communities, and nation. Nnaji suited up for the Arizona Wildcats during his collegiate basketball career and was selected ...

Tunde Onakoya, the distinguished Nigerian chess player and initiator of Chess in Slums Africa, had an audience with President Bola Tinubu on Monday evening and shared his Guinness World Record certification for sustaining the longest chess marathon. The disclosure of the meeting was made in a post shared on the president’s official X account (previously known as Twitter), wherein Tinubu praised Onakoya for his dedication to helping underprivileged children and his initiatives to advance education and growth via chess. The president penned, "Today, I welcomed Tunde Onakoya, the initiator of Chess in Slums Africa, to my home. During this meeting, he also showcased his world record for the longest chess marathon." Tunde's path, moving from the streets of Lagos to empowering underprivileged children and shattering world records, embodies the strength and ingenuity of Nigeria's young people. By means of chess, he broadens perspectives and resh...

Former football manager Claudio Ranieri has formally turned down the chance to take over as the new head coach of the Italian national team. The former Leicester City and Chelsea manager confirmed the decision on Tuesday via a statement, stating that while the offer was a great honour, he has chosen to remain in his current role at AS Roma. "It's a tremendous honor to be offered this position, but I've chosen to stay with AS Roma as part of the leadership team," Ranieri stated. Ranieri, who is 73 years old, boasts an impressive coaching history that spans multiple decades. His choice to step down coincides with the Italian Football Federation looking for a new director to lead the national team. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. Syndigate.info ).

The former goalkeeper of New Mathare Football Club, Eric Wafula, tragically died along with his friend when they were accused of stealing a mobile phone. According to an official from the John Saga Police Station, the youth had encountered similar issues previously; however, his notoriety shielded him this time. People in Kenya, upon hearing about his passing, deeply lamented the loss of the football player, stating that resorting to mob justice for someone who had taken a mobile phone was not an appropriate response. Mathare, Nairob A former player from the New Mathare Football Club, identified as Eric Wafula, tragically passed away after being attacked by a group of people who were administering mob justice. He was reportedly beaten with kicks and punches because he had allegedly stolen a mobile phone. What did the John Saga police say regarding the death? As reported by Nation, Wafula also known as Jagoal or Norlan was tragical...

In the initial segment of this series, ABIODUN ADEWALE spotlights the exceptional talents amongst Nigerian footballers in the recently concluded 2024/25 season across European leagues Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray) Last season, Osimhen achieved personal milestones and benefited his team collectively, leading Galatasaray to secure both a league and cup double with an impressive tally of 37 goals and eight assists in 41 matches overall. At the beginning of his career this year, the player, who is 26 years old, faced a difficult time as he was not included in Napoli’s new plan under coach Antonio Conte. Additionally, he experienced unsuccessful transfers to both Chelsea and Al-Hilal during the summer. It appeared that he might remain without a team until at least January 2025. However, Galatasaray brought him in on loan, which turned out to be a brilliant move. This decision guided them to secure their 25th Super Lig championship along with their 19th...

Several Rwandan families stand out for continually nurturing exceptional football talents. This piece explores some of these prominent dynasties within the nation’s football landscape. **The "Abadeyi" Family** One standout clan is the "Abadeyi," whose rich sporting heritage stems from Modeste Mudeyi, an esteemed forward active during the '60s. His son, Valens Muvara—often hailed as one of Rwanda's finest forwards—played for Kiyovu Sports. Additionally, members such as Yves Mudeyi, Gustave Mudeyi, Nazaire Mudeyi, Dieudonné Mudeyi, Amon Mudeyi, and Suleymane Mudeyi have carved impressive paths across different levels of play. **Fadhil Hakizimana Clan** Hailing from Rubavu—a region renowned in football terms as the “Brazil of Rwanda”—the Fadhil Hakizimana household boasts several influential figures like Haruna Niyonzima, Muhadjiri Hakizimana, and Djihad Bizimana. Others associated with this lineage, such as Député Singirankabo, Abdul Sibomana, Sadjati Ni...

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has implemented several significant rule modifications that will come into force starting with the 2025/26 football season. The purpose of these amendments is to boost fairness, accelerate gameplay, and elevate the general enjoyment for participants, referees, and spectators. A significant modification includes imposing an eight-second restriction on goalkeepers holding the ball. Should they surpass this time frame, the opposition will receive a corner kick rather than merely being granted an indirect free-kick as before. For better understanding in scenarios involving dropped balls, the team that unmistakably controlled the ball when play was halted outside the penalty box will retain possession. If ownership cannot be determined, the ball shall be awarded to the team that last touched it. A further modification addresses unintentional touch with the ball involving coaches, substitute players, or those wh...

The parliamentary committee dealing with sports and culture has raised worries that insufficient funding might harm Kenya's standing as a reliable host nation for the Africa Cup of Nations. In their report, the Committee emphasized the problem and cautioned that insufficient funds might compromise Kenya’s position as the hosting country. "Kenya plans to co-host AFCON 2027 with Tanzania and Uganda. The committee noted, however, that there is no budget allocation in the suggested annual estimates for the hosting fees totaling Sh3.9 billion, due by April 2026," they pointed out. The national budget for the years 2025–2026 amounts to Sh4.2 trillion; however, financial support for sports has decreased substantially, potentially compromising Kenya’s capability to jointly host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The sports department was allocated a budget of Sh17.46 billion, which is less than the initial proposal of Sh18.59 bill...

On Sunday, President William Ruto visited and examined theUhuru Sports Complex in Embakasi West. The sports venue features a football field, a basketball court, along with a versatile area that can accommodate netball, volleyball, and handball activities. The facility includes a versatile hall designed for various indoor activities such as chess and table tennis, along with other sporting events. A boxing ring is provided for hosting both matches and training sessions. Previously, the President visited the site to inspect the construction progress of the 2,760-unit Jogoo Road Phase 1 Affordable Housing Project. He mentioned that the initiative aims to offer inhabitants suitable and respectful housing. Provided by Syndigate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info ).

On Friday, Tottenham Hotspur dismissed their male team head coach Ange Postecoglou. On Sunday, Tottenham Hotspur dismissed their women's team head coach, Robert Vilahamn. TUNE IN: Did "Fergie Time" actually happen? Former top-flight soccer judge Mark Clattenburg spills the beans in the inaugural episode of the Daily Mail’s new football podcast, Whistleblowers. Tottenham The women's head coach, Robert Vilahamn, has departed from the club following two years of leadership, just under 48 hours since the departure of the men's head coach. Ange Postecoglou was shown to the exit. Vilahamn, who arrived at the club alongside Postecoglou, departs following a disappointing second season during which Tottenham ended up only one position higher than the relegation zone. WSL relegation zone in 11th. There have been several remarkable instances throughout Robert's time in office, such as achieving significant milestones....

Chelsea have established their requested price at Joao Felix following the disappointing performance at Stamford Bridge, further discussions took place between him and his childhood favorite team, Benfica, as reported in various sources. Portugal . Felix, who is 25 years old, plans to depart from Chelsea this summer following a disappointing period with the team. Chelsea spent £45m to sign the Portuguese playmaker from Atletico Madrid Last summer, although he only began playing in just three Premier League matches prior to this period. loaned to AC Milan in January . Felix failed to impress Chelsea’s new manager, Enzo Maresca, and encountered comparable difficulties during his time at Milan, ultimately dashed prospects for a permanent transfer to the Italian club. Benfica has had discussions with Chelsea regarding a potential agreement for Felix. Moreover, the Premier League team has signaled their willingness to offload him—provided they get a minimum bid of £...

Given this environment, Yang Min-hyuk might not manage to officially join Tottenham for the upcoming season. Tottenham are among Southampton’s young prospects interested in signing Tyler Dibling, who was born in 2006. Back in March, Florian Flettenberg—a German SkySports reporter and an authority on transfers across Europe—commented, "At present, the EPL teams demonstrating significant interest in debling include Manchester City along with Tottenham." Meanwhile, within Germany's Bundesliga, RB Leipzig has been making efforts to bring aboard Dibling, regarded as top-tier talent, giving them a fair shot at securing him. The promising player from Southampton, Dibling, has caught the eye of numerous football enthusiasts in England. Despite experien...

Al Hilal reached out to Bruno Fernandes regarding his potential move to join the club from Manchester United. After several weeks of negotiations, Fernandes turned down the attractive offer. LISTEN: Was 'Fergie Time' actually true? Long-time Premier League official Mark Clattenburg spills the beans in the inaugural episode of the Daily Mail’s new football podcast, Whistleblowers. Al-Hilal has its eyes set on further success. Premier League midfielder following their unsuccessful attempt to sign Manchester United 's Bruno Fernandes . According to reports, Fernandes rejected an impressive £200 million offer from the Saudi club Al-Hilal. The Saudi contingent prioritized signing the captain of the Red Devils for the impending season. Club World Cup and were ready to present the Portuguese player with a tax-free deal worth approximately £700,000 per week, along with additional bonuses, which would triple his current weekly...

Cody Gakpo has separated himself from suggestions that he might be poised to depart Liverpool for Bayern Munich . The 26-year-old striker had an impressive season with the Reds, scoring ten goals and providing four assists. Premier League in order to assist the team secure an unprecedented 20th championship. However, there have been speculations suggesting that Gakpo’s stint in Liverpool might be nearing its conclusion, as Bayern Munich has recognized him as a potential target for the upcoming transfer window. It is anticipated that Leroy Sane will depart from the Allianz Arena this summer, prompting Bayern to search the transfer market for a left-wing player to take over from the four-time Bundesliga champion. Nevertheless, Liverpool’s manager Arne Slot is steadfast in his intention to retain his compatriot and has allegedly instructed the club officials to use every possible means to prevent his departure. Receive daily personalized updates about Liverpool...