Lamine Yamal Ballon d’Or hopes gain support as Barcelona president Joan Laporta calls the teenage star a genius and backs him for the 2026 award
Kylian Mbappé makes a bold Champions League choice, saying European glory with Real Madrid means more to him than winning his first Ballon d’Or
Michael Carrick sets a strong Champions League standard for Manchester United, saying the club must challenge Europe’s best and remain among the elite
Zidane names Messi as football’s greatest player ever, insisting there should be little doubt about the Argentine’s status in the GOAT debate
Thibaut Courtois puts his Belgium career on hold until September 2027, ruling himself out of the Nations League before a planned return.
Cooking gas prices fall across Nigeria as LPG supply rises above consumption, with Lagos recording a sharp drop to N1,235 per kilogramme in July
Fulham Calvin Bassey contract talks are expected as the defender attracts Inter Milan interest, with the club holding an option until 2028
NiMet thunderstorms and rain are expected across Nigeria from Wednesday to Friday, with flash-flood risks in five southern states
Messi Eldense takeover moves closer as the Inter Miami captain agrees to buy 100% of the Spanish club, subject to due diligence and CSD approval
Haaland, Mbappé and Valverde inspire UCL victories as Manchester City beat Porto 2-0 and Real Madrid edge Inter Milan 2-1