Kick Off: Puskas Award nominees reviewed; Cameroon lost chance to '26 World Cup

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OFFICIAL: 2025 FIFA Puskás Award nominees confirmed as Rice & Yamal nominated

Voting is now open for the 2025 FIFA Puskás Award, with 11 jaw-dropping goals from around the globe in contention for the prize.

Cameroon eliminated,  several star players miss out on 2026 World Cup

After lost 0-1 to DR Congo, Cameroon has been eliminated from the Africa World Cup Qualifiers Play-offs, thus unable to compete in the final stage of the 2026 World Cup, resulting in several renowned players missing out this World Cup.

Match Reports

Republic of Ireland 2-0 Portugal: Ronaldo is sent off as Parrott nets double

The Republic of Ireland remain in the hunt for a place at the 2026 World Cup after they stunned Portugal 2-0 at the Aviva Stadium, with Cristiano Ronaldo being sent off.

Nigeria 4-1 Gabon (aet): Osimhen's extra-time brace keeps World Cup hopes alive

Nigeria will face either Cameroon or the Democratic Republic of Congo for a spot in the 2026 World Cup play-offs after they beat Gabon 4-1 in extra time.

Cameroon 0-1 DR Congo: Mbemba's last-gasp winner eliminates Indomitable Lions

Chancel Mbemba was the hero with the late winner as DR Congo beat Cameroon 1-0 to set up a meeting with Nigeria in the final of African play-offs for the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

France 4-0 Ukraine: Hosts qualify for WC as Mbappe reaches 400 career goals

Kylian Mbappe put on a second-half show with two goals and an assist as France booked their spot at the 2026 World Cup with a 4-0 win over Ukraine.

England 2-0 Serbia: Saka & Eze score in comfortable win for Three Lions

England maintained their perfect World Cup qualifying record with a 2-0 win over Serbia thanks to a fine Bukayo Saka volley and excellent Eberechi Eze finish.

These Things Happen

OFFICIAL: Mbeumo was voted the PFA Premier League Fans' Player of the Month

The Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) officially announced that Manchester United forward Mbeumo has been voted the PFA Premier League Fans' Player of the Month.

Chelsea: Our hearts are with our former player Oscar and his family

Recently, Chelsea football club send their best wishes to their former player Oscar, who is currently playing for Sao Paulo and has recently been diagnosed with a heart issue.

England to name Morgan Rogers as No 10 against Serbia, Jude Bellingham on bench

Thomas Tuchel is set to name a strong starting lineup for England’s penultimate World Cup qualifier against Serbia on Thursday, with Morgan Rogers retaining the No 10 position.

Ederson admits after leaving Man City: I needed this change

Ederson says he was not happy at Manchester City and needed the change of moving to Fenerbahce  on deadline day.

Sweden must qualify for World Cup 2026 while Isak & Gyokeres are in their prime

It is crunch time for Sweden.

French media: Endrick's loan is €800k; Lyon must pay if appearances less than 25

According to the latest report from French media Canal+, the loan fee for Endrick to join Lyon on loan is 800,000 euros, and if the player makes fewer than 25 appearances, Lyon will need to pay a penalty.

Reported: No Baleba nonsense this winter; Man Utd will wait for next summer

According to journalist Ben Jacob's latest report, Manchester United will not pursue any potential mid-season drama concerning Baleba, and Brighton have no intention of considering his sale until next summer.

Pedri recovers well, expect to return in the match against Bilbao

According to reports from AS, Pedri's return remains subject to multiple possibilities, with the prospect of featuring for a few minutes against Athletic Bilbao after the international break not being ruled out. This would mark a return over two weeks earlier than initially anticipated.

Axel Disasi has been back training with first team during international break

Axel Disasi has been snapped training with Chelsea's first team during the international break, despite being part of the club's bomb squad.

Haaland and Wembanyama wearing Nike’s radical new invention

With the 2026 World Cup fast approaching, sports brands are entering a final sprint to unveil their most advanced products aimed at enhancing player performance. 

The Vinicius metamorphosis

It has become a familiar refrain to say Real Madrid’s forwards don’t work hard enough, that their lack of defensive effort lies at the root of the team’s problems.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's surprising Marcus Rashford confession – 'I text him'

Ex-Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has struggled to explain Marcus Rashford's Old Trafford woes. 

What They Say

Aubameyang: Going from Barcelona to Chelsea was a huge mistake

PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG thinks his move to Chelsea was a ‘f*****g big mistake.’

Fixtures of Today

Kirin Challenge Cup

Japan vs Ghana 2025/11/14 10:20 UTC

National Friendly

Angola vs Argentina 2025/11/14 16:00 UTC

World Cup Qualifiers

Luxembourg vs Germany 2025/11/14 19:45 UTC

Croatia VS Faroe Islands 2025/11/14 19:45 UTC

Poland VS Netherlands 2025/11/14 19:45 UTC