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Everton has kicked off their post-Sean Dyche era on a positive note, securing a 2-0 victory over Peterborough United in the FA Cup third round. This win marks the beginning of a new chapter for the team, and fans are hopeful that it signals a turn for the better. The Toffees parted company with Dyche earlier on Thursday after just under two years in charge at Goodison Park. The former Burnley boss had paid the price following a run of just one win in 10 matches. Leighton Baines and Seamus Coleman were placed in temporary charge for the visit of League One side Peterborough, and they guided the Toffees to a comfortable triumph. Everton broke the deadlock three minutes before half-time, as Beto latched onto Harrison Armstrong's throughball before rounding visiting goalkeeper Nicholas Bilokapic to finish. Iliman Ndiaye sealed the victory from the penalty spot in second-half stoppage time, making no mistake after Jadel Katongo had fouled Jarrad Branthwaite in the box. This ...

In a thrilling FA Cup third-round match, Cardiff City pulled off a surprising 1-0 victory over Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. The Welsh side, currently second from bottom in the Championship, managed to overcome the odds and secure a win against the third-placed Sheffield United, who are aiming for a quick return to the Premier League. The decisive moment came in the 19th minute when Cian Ashford broke the deadlock. Ashford capitalized on a defensive error by Rhys Norrington-Davies, stealing the ball and racing through on goal before confidently slotting it past Sheffield United's goalkeeper Ethan Horvath. Despite dominating possession and shots on goal in the second half, Sheffield United couldn't break down Cardiff's resilient defense. Cardiff's goalkeeper Ethan Horvath was instrumental in the victory, making crucial saves to deny Sheffield United's Rhian Brewster and Louie Marsh. The result is a significant upset, considering the disparity in leagu...

Fulham cruised into the FA Cup fourth round with a commanding 4-1 victory over Watford at Craven Cottage on Thursday night. The match saw four different scorers for Fulham, showcasing their attacking prowess and depth in the squad. The game started with Fulham dominating possession and creating numerous chances. It was Rodrigo Muniz who opened the scoring in the 26th minute with a well-taken finish after a counter-attack. However, Watford responded quickly with Rocco Vata scoring a stunning long-range goal to level the match at 1-1 just three minutes later. The second half saw Fulham regain control, with Raul Jimenez converting a penalty in the 49th minute to put his side ahead again. Jimenez, who had scored two penalties in Fulham's previous match against Ipswich, showed his reliability from the spot1. Joachim Andersen added to the scoreline with a powerful volley in the 65th minute, making it 3-1. Timothy Castagne sealed the victory with a header in the 85th minute, m...

Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed that Nigerian forward Victor Boniface will be sidelined for an extended period following a minor setback in his recovery from a thigh injury. Boniface, who has been out of action since November 2024, was initially expected to return to the pitch in January 2025. The setback occurred just as Boniface was making progress in his rehabilitation. He was notably absent from the squad for a recent friendly match against Rot-Weiß Oberhausen. Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso expressed disappointment but remains hopeful for Boniface's full recovery. Before his injury, Boniface had an impressive start to the season, scoring eight goals in 15 appearances. His absence will undoubtedly be felt by the team as they continue their campaign in the Bundesliga and other competitions.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially appointed Éric Sékou Chelle as the new head coach of the Super Eagles, Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team. This decision was endorsed by the NFF Executive Committee following a recommendation from the NFF Technical and Development Sub-Committee, which met in Abuja on January 2, 2025. Éric Sékou Chelle, a former professional footballer and Mali national team coach, brings a wealth of experience to the role. He previously coached clubs such as GS Consolat, FC Martigues, Boulogne, and MC Oran. Under his leadership, Mali came very close to reaching the semi-finals at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, losing to the eventual champions, Côte d'Ivoire, in an intense extra-time battle. Chelle's appointment is with immediate effect, and he has the responsibility of guiding the Super Eagles to earn a ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals. The next round of matches is scheduled for March 2025.

Manchester City have reportedly made Omar Marmoush, the Egyptian forward from Eintracht Frankfurt, their primary target this month. City officials are preparing their first offer to secure the versatile forward, who has been in outstanding form this season. Omar Marmoush has recorded an impressive tally of 18 goals and 12 assists across his 24 appearances in all competitions for Eintracht Frankfurt. In the Bundesliga alone, he has scored 13 goals and provided eight assists in just 15 outings, helping Frankfurt secure a third-place position in the league. City's interest in Marmoush is part of their strategy to refresh and revitalize their attacking ranks, especially with the potential departure of key players like Kevin De Bruyne and Ilkay Gundogan. The Premier League champions are keen to secure Marmoush's services before turning their attention to other areas in Pep Guardiola’s squad. Eintracht Frankfurt, however, would ideally like to keep Marmoush for the re...

 Marcus Rashford, the Manchester United forward, is on the verge of a major move as AC Milan has made an official bid for his services. Rashford, who has been a key player for United since coming through the academy, recently expressed his desire for a new challenge in an interview with journalist Henry Winter. The Italian giants have proposed a loan-to-buy deal, which would see Rashford join AC Milan for the remainder of the season with an option to make the move permanent. However, the deal is contingent on Manchester United subsidizing a significant portion of Rashford's £325,000-a-week wages. Rashford's camp is currently in Italy to hold negotiations with Milan's executives. The Serie A club is keen to add Rashford to their squad, which already includes several English players like Tammy Abraham and Fikayo Tomori. Rashford would face competition for a starting spot from players like Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic. AC Milan is not the only club interested ...