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Algeria 0-2 Nigeria: Victor Osimhen delivers statement performance as Super Eagles soar into AFCON semi-final

Super Eagles score twice in second half to ensure controversial goal-line clearance doesn’t dominate the headlines

Evening Standard · Jan 10

DRC boss Desabre says Algeria clash offers chance to show squad's progress

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) head coach Sebastian Desabre urged his players to show the extent of their experience and tactical development during Tuesday night's clash against Algeria in the last-16 at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 6

‘Scholesy was a phenomenal footballer and when people of Zidane’s ilk say things like that about you, it’s not just some s**t player, is it?’ Nicky Butt on Zidane’s Paul Scholes compliment

The former Juventus and Real Madrid icon was a huge admirer of the ex-Manchester United midfielder

FourFourTwo · Jan 4

Potential Xabi Alonso Replacement Gives Telling One-Word Response to Real Madrid Links

Alonso is fighting to keep his job at the biggest club in the world.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 14, 2025

Five Potential Xabi Alonso Replacements at Real Madrid—Ranked

The manager is under immense pressure amid a nightmare run of form for Los Blancos.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 12, 2025

Xabi Alonso Discovering Real Madrid Is the Impossible Job for All But Two People

Of the 19 managers Real Madrid have employed in the 21st century, only two have mastered the art of coaxing as much as coaching which this unique club demands.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 10, 2025

Transfer Rumors: Liverpool Target Shocking Winter Addition, Rodrygo Mulls Real Madrid Exit

Vitinha, Antoine Semenyo, Harry Kane, Nico Paz, Conor Gallagher, Zinedine Zidane and more feature in the gossip.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 26, 2025

Transfer Rumors: Man Utd Bid for £100 Million Midfielder; Real Madrid Legend Eyes Alonso Job

Rodrygo, Erling Haaland, Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton, Conor Gallagher and more feature in the gossip.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 18, 2025

Zinedine Zidane in line for stunning return to Real Madrid, as dressing room uncertainty grows under Xabi Alonso: report

Zinedine Zidane has been linked with a return to Real Madrid with new boss Xabi Alonso under internal pressure

FourFourTwo · Nov 17, 2025

Zinedine Zidane teases long-awaited managerial return 'soon' amid links to France job

Didier Deschamps’ days with Les Bleus are numbered

Evening Standard · Nov 12, 2025