June 18 – FIFA has extended bans globally on seven Ugandans implicated in a match-fixing spree in the 2023/2024 season. The Ugandan FA (FUFA) confirmed that the five players and two referees who had already been barred in Uganda have now had their bans extended by FIFA. “FIFA has extended worldwide sanctions on Ugandan players and referees who had earlier …

June 18 – According to current estimates there are three million people of Turkish origin living in Germany. At what is perhaps the best football ground in the world, the Westfalen Stadion, it sounded like every single one of them had made the trip to Dortmund to watch their country beat neighbours, Georgia 3-1, in a proper Ottoman derby. One …

Everton star Amadou Onana was not happy after Belgium’s defeat to Slovakia on Monday and after the match, the midfielder had a go at a reporter for mixing him up with Man United’s Andre Onana. Monday was a tough day for all involved with the Belgium national team as they were the victims of a shock defeat in their Euro …

To start the 2023-24 season, the Pacers saw potential in their team. Indiana knew they had a chance to be a contender in the Eastern Conference. However, the team needed another superstar who could help alleviate some of the pressure put on Tyrese Haliburton. That’s why the Pacers traded for former Raptors forward Pascal Siakam at the 2023-24 trade deadline.  …

Leicester City are close to appointing Graham Potter as their new manager following the departure of Enzo Maresca according to reports. Maresca led the Foxes to the Championship title only to leave the club and replace Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea. Leicester wouldn’t have been expecting Maresca’s departure, and the club have been taking their time to appoint a new manager, …

Portugal are in action against the Czech Republic on Tuesday night and the deadlock was almost broken through an incredible Cristiano Ronaldo assist. There has been a lot of talk around the 39-year-old heading into Euro 2024 as many believe the superstar should not be a starter for Portugal as the Al-Nassr forward does not offer enough. The Real Madrid …

Napoli is now leading the race to sign Mario Hermoso, despite Juventus initially being linked with the Spaniard. The Atletico Madrid defender is highly sought after in his position across Europe as he nears the end of his contract in Spain. Seeking a new challenge, Hermoso’s availability was known to Juventus since last season, and they had been keen on …

Man United star Kobbie Mainoo has lifted the lid on his decision to play for England over Ghana and has admitted that he considered pledging his allegiance to the African nation when it came to his international career.  The 19-year-old has had a breakthrough season at Old Trafford and his performances throughout the campaign have earned him a place in …

Multiple Turkish Super Lig clubs were previously interested in American defender Cameron Carter-Vickers earlier this spring and one continues to be heading into the summer. Besiktas is interested in the U.S. men’s national team centerback, a source close to the player confirmed to SBI. However, Carter-Vickers remains happy with his current role at Celtic, with his contract set to run …

Kobbie Mainoo said he’s learnt a lot from Manchester United team-mate Christian Eriksen as England prepare to take on Denmark on Thursday. The Three Lions started their campaign off with a 1-0 win against Serbia, whilst Denmark drew 1-1 with Slovenia. England know that a win against the Danes will see them qualify for the knockout stages with a game …