Ogun State Government initiates extensive renovations of MKO Abiola International Stadium and Alake Sports Centre in Abeokuta, preparing for the National Sports Festival 2024, also known as the Gateway Games, set for January 16-25, 2025.
Fiorentina secure 2-1 victory over AC Milan, thanks to David de Gea's incredible penalty saves. De Gea becomes first goalkeeper since 2016 to save two penalties in a Serie A match.
Manchester United's struggles persist with a 0-0 draw at Aston Villa, increasing pressure on Erik ten Hag. Villa extend unbeaten run to four games, while United's worst start since 1992 looms large.
Liverpool maintained their top spot in the Premier League with a 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace, thanks to Diogo Jota's early goal, extending their unbeaten run to nine wins in 10 games under Arne Slot.
Arsenal came from behind to defeat Southampton 3-1 at Emirates Stadium, thanks to Bukayo Saka's outstanding performance and goals from Kai Havertz and Gabriel Martinelli.
Manchester City maintained their unbeaten start to the season with a 3-2 win over Fulham, thanks to Mateo Kovacic's double and Jeremy Doku's late strike.
Preston North Endβs Milutin Osmajic has been suspended for eight matches and fined Β£15,000 after biting Blackburn Rovers defender Owen Beck during a Sky Bet Championship game. The incident, which occurred on September 22, was reviewed by the FA and resulted in a severe punishment.
Manchester United squandered a two-goal lead in a dramatic Europa League clash against Porto, with Harry Maguire's late equalizer saving a point as Erik Ten Hag's struggles deepen.
Aston Villa triumphed over Bayern Munich 1-0 in an electrifying Champions League match, with Jhon Duran scoring the decisive goal. This win continues Villa's perfect record against Bayern and marks their second straight victory in the competition.
Barcelona returned to form with a resounding 5-0 victory over Young Boys in the UEFA Champions League. Robert Lewandowski scored twice, while Raphinha, Inigo Martinez, and an own goal sealed the win. Barcelona now look ahead to a key clash with Bayern Munich.
Manchester City cruised to a 4-0 victory over Slovan Bratislava in the Champions League, with goals from Foden, Gundogan, Haaland, and McAtee. City matched a 25-game unbeaten record in Europe, showcasing their dominance.
Celtic suffers a crushing 7-1 defeat against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. Karim Adeyemi's first-half hat-trick and Serhou Guirassy's brace expose Celtic's defensive frailties as Rodgers' side faces tough questions ahead of their next match against Atalanta.
Arsenal beat PSG 2-0 with goals from Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz. PSG dominated possession but couldn't break through Arsenal's defense, extending their winless streak against the Gunners.
Spanish football legend Andres Iniesta retires at age 40, concluding a legendary career. The World Cup-winning midfielder and Barcelona icon made 674 appearances for the club, winning 35 trophies and leaving a lasting legacy in global football.
The Madrid derby ended in chaos as Atletico fans threw objects at Thibaut Courtois, while Angel Correa's 95th-minute equalizer secured a 1-1 draw against Real Madrid. The game was marred by fan misconduct and a red card for Marcus Llorente.