EPL: Maresca explains Chelsea’s 2-1 defeat to Sunderland
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca admitted his team fell short after their 2-1 Premier League defeat to Sunderland.
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Real Madrid seek to break Barcelona’s El Clasico dominance
Real Madrid, buoyed by Kylian Mbappé’s form and early-season promise under Xabi Alonso, are intent on ending Barcelona’s recent dominance in the Clasico
UCL: Ruthless Chelsea beat 10-man Ajax 5–1
Chelsea capitalised on an early Ajax red card to secure a dominant 5–1 Champions League victory at Stamford Bridge.
Former WWE star Sir Mo dies at 58
Former WWE wrestler Bobby “Sir Mo” Horne has died at 58 following years of health challenges and a recent battle with septic shock and pneumonia.
From Rivals to Lifelong Friends — Chris Evert celebrates Martina Navratilova’s 69th birthday
Tennis legend Chris Evert has penned an emotional tribute to her longtime rival-turned-friend, Martina Navratilova, as the Czech-American icon celebrates her 69th birthday.
UK authorities move to overturn ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans for Aston Villa game
Aston Villa and local authorities have banned Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters from their Europa League match on November 6 citing security risks, a move condemned by British and Israeli leaders and prompting calls for reversal.
WC Playoff: NFF set to cancel friendlies against Venezuela, Colombia
The Nigeria Football Federation has officially cancelled the November friendlies against Venezuela and Colombia because the dates clash with the 2026 World Cup playoff matches.
Nigeria to meet Gabon in CAF play-off for 2026 World Cup spot
Nigeria will play Gabon in a one-leg CAF play-off in Morocco on November 13, with the winner advancing to the intercontinental play-off for the 2026 World Cup.
Coco Gauff overcomes Eva Lys to advance to China Open semifinal
Coco Gauff defeated Eva Lys 6-3, 6-4 in Beijing on Thursday to reach the China Open semifinals, saying she needed to “stay confident and not be too passive” during a controlled straight-sets victory.
Efe Ajagba overtakes Anthony Joshua in global rankings
Anthony Joshua has fallen out of Ring Magazine’s heavyweight rankings after inactivity, with fellow Nigerian Efe Ajagba taking his place at No.10.