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“The club joins in the public apology issued by Kylian Mbappe, in which the player himself expressed his regret for his words and reiterated his respect for the Chinese people,” the 15-time European champions said.
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Former Arsenal and France striker Thierry Henry has explained his controversial remarks about Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal during the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony, insisting that he had no intention of disrespecting the young footballer. Henry, who co-hosted the awards ceremony alongside Kate Scott on Monday, faced criticism after jokingly questioning whether Yamal really wanted the
The post Thierry Henry explains Yamal joke after fans accuse him of disrespect appeared first on Vanguard News.
China said Wednesday it took “seriously” an apology from Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe after comments he made poking fun at Mao Zedong sparked a social media storm and saw Spanish football yanked off state TV.
The post Mbappe apology taken ‘seriously’ after Mao remark, China says appeared first on Vanguard News.
Arsenal suffered a stunning League Cup fourth round defeat at fourth-tier Fleetwood on Tuesday.
The post Five epic cup shocks after Arsenal’s League Cup humiliation appeared first on Vanguard News.
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal’s stunning League Cup defeat by fourth-tier Fleetwood was “a very sad day” as the Premier League champions suffered one of the most embarrassing results in their history.
The post ‘A very sad day’: Arteta despair as Arsenal stunned by Fleetwood appeared first on Vanguard News.
Abuja has now built on Oran. What we saw here is the fruit of patient, deliberate work. Our archers have trained harder, our coaches have grown in confidence, and our structures are getting stronger every year.
The post ARCHERY: Oran built foundation for TIZOCATA success – Sholademi appeared first on Vanguard News.
Arsenal suffered one of the most humiliating defeats in their history as the Premier League champions were beaten by fourth-tier minnows Fleetwood in a League Cup penalty shoot-out on Tuesday.
The post 4th-tier Fleetwood Town knock Arsenal out of Carabao Cup after penalties appeared first on Vanguard News.
Stan Wawrinka bid farewell to tennis as he brought the curtain down on a decorated 24-year career following a first-round exit at the Basel Open on Tuesday.
The post Former Grand Slam winner Wawrinka ends tennis career appeared first on Vanguard News.
Sir Stanley Matthews remains the oldest player to win the Ballon d’Or, but Harry Kane has joined the list of footballers who claimed the prestigious individual award in their 30s after winning the 2026 edition.
The post Top 5 oldest Ballon d’Or winners in history appeared first on Vanguard News.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has backed a “mature” Cole Palmer to learn from the mistakes that led to the England forward’s red card against Tottenham.
The post Chelsea boss Alonso expects Palmer to avoid repeat of red card ‘mistakes’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
Emmanuel Nwabuwah has been appointed as the coordinator of Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Kun Khalifat FC, DAILY POST reports. Kun Khalifat FC confirmed Nwabuwah’s appointment on their X handle. Nwabuwah is expected to oversee the team’s logistics, matchday operations and serve as a link between the players, technical crew and management. The appointment
NPFL: Kun Khalifat FC appoint Emmanuel Nwabuwah as coordinator
Manchester United great Paul Scholes has singled out captain Bruno Fernandes and defender Lisandro Martinez as the two current squad members he would sell. Scholes believes both players crossed a line with recent remarks about manager Michael Carrick and the club’s hierarchy. Martinez had criticised United’s leadership following the club’s Champions League defeat to Atletico
Transfer: They did unforgivable things – Scholes names two Man Utd players he’d sell
Manchester United have decided to keep Michael Carrick as manager for now, despite serious discussions about sacking him. According to The Athletic, there are three key reasons behind the decision. The first is the club’s finances. Sacking Carrick and bringing in a replacement would be expensive, particularly if United decide to pursue ex-Newcastle United boss
EPL: Three reasons Man Utd will not sack Carrick before Chelsea clash
Nigeria’s Olympic Eagles have started preparations for the 2027 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against the Democratic Republic of Congo. The team had their first training session in Ikenne on Tuesday under the supervision of head coach Éric Chelle. 28 players took part in the session held at the Remo Stars Sports Complex,
2027 U-23 AFCONQ: Olympic Eagles kick off preparations for DR Congo tie
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has opened up on his terse conversation with Max Dowman, after he was sent off against Fleetwood Town. Dowman was shown a straight red card after he kicked out following a bad tackle in the 85th minute. As Dowman walked back into the dressing room, Arteta could be seen talking to
Carabao Cup: What I told Dowman after red card against Fleetwood – Arteta
Former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher has identified Maxence Lacroix as the Chelsea centre-back who appears uncomfortable with Xabi Alonso’s tactical framework. Carragher contends that the £52 million summer signing from Crystal Palace lacks the requisite mobility for the demanding man-to-man defensive responsibilities that Alonso’s system necessitates. During an appearance on The Overlap Fan Debate presented
EPL: Carragher names Chelsea player not comfortable with Alonso’s tactics
Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal, has broken silence after failing to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or on Monday night in London. In a post on Instagram, the Spain international sent a calm but confident message to supporters. Yamal, who finished third behind England captain Harry Kane and France captain Kylian Mbappé, made it clear that the
Ballon d’Or 2026: My time will come – Yamal breaks silence after losing to Kane
Former Arsenal and Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri has questioned Harry Kane’s 2026 Ballon d’Or win. The Frenchman insisted that the Bayern Munich and England striker has never been the player to drag his team through the biggest matches. Nasri gave that verdict while reacting to Kane’s victory in London on Monday over Kylian Mbappe
Ballon d’Or: He never carried his team to win big matches – Nasri on Kane
Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has identified three Red Devils players, Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha, as not good enough. Recall that Man United bought Sesko, Mbeumo and Cunha in the summer of 2025 to bolster their attacking line. However, Rooney feels the club will be deluded to believe that the attackers will
EPL: They’re deluded – Rooney names three Manchester United players not good enough
Spain coach, Luis de la Fuente, has told Lamine Yamal not to fret after the Barcelona winger came up short in the 2026 Ballon d’Or race. Yamal placed third behind Kylian Mbappé and Harry Kane but De la Fuente is convinced that the 19-year-old will claim football’s top individual prize repeatedly in the years ahead.
Ballon d’Or 2026: ‘Rest easy’ – Spain coach, De la Fuente sends message to Yamal
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