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FIFA President Gianni Infantino proposes strict rules for footballers covering mouths during on-pitch arguments. He insists referees send them off immediately. This move presumes offensive language, especially racism. Infantino shared his views with Sky News. He linked the idea to recent racism allegations in football. Players often hide words during heated moments. Referees struggle to…
Lamine Yamal hat-trick boosts Barcelona to a dominant 4-1 victory over Villarreal. The teenage wonder celebrates his first professional hat-trick and helps the Blaugrana establish a four-point lead in the La Liga title race. Barcelona delivered a statement performance on Saturday. Lamine Yamal stole the show with three beautiful goals. His exquisite finishing demolished Villarreal…
Gianluca Prestianni suspended after UEFA upholds one-match penalty. The Argentine winger misses Benfica’s Champions League second leg against Real Madrid following alleged racial insults targeting Vinicius Jr. UEFA rejected Benfica’s appeal. Gianluca Prestianni remains out for Wednesday’s vital knockout round play-off return at the Bernabéu. The 20-year-old Argentine faces an interim ban awaiting a comprehensive…
The Harry Maguire retrial continues stretching longer. Greek courts now target March 4, 2026, for the next hearing in Syros. This date follows four previous postponements. Sources say a fifth delay may possibly happen. Maguire retains emphasis on football. He dismisses the charges and pushes forward at Manchester United. His legal team handles court cases…
UEFA has temporarily suspended Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni for one club competition match over racism. The verdict follows claims of discriminatory behaviour during the UEFA Champions League 2025/2026 knock-out play-off versus Real Madrid CF on February 17, 2026. The UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector initiated an investigation shortly after the match. Upon receiving an interim…
Eberechi Eze shined once more as Arsenal rushed to a dominant 4-1 victory over Tottenham in the North London derby. Viktor Gyokeres also sparkled with an amazing brace. The Gunners reasserted their stranglehold at the top of the Premier League. Mikel Arteta’s side faced enormous pressure after a midweek setback at Wolves. Manchester City had…
The Uganda International Badminton Challenge earned a significant boost when Fadila Shamika Rafi Mohamed and Tracy Naluwooza returned home with medals from the 2026 All Africa Seniors Championship. The two arrived at Entebbe International Airport early Wednesday morning to a lively reception. The typically tranquil airport was brimming with energy as dancers from Light Performers…
Vinicius Jr. provided the key moments for both goal and racism allegations. He scored the only goal as Real Madrid defeated Benfica 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League knockout round match. The Brazilian’s second-half goal handed Los Blancos a crucial lead heading of the return match. Benfica started well at home. They…
Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick receives straight advise from a former comrade. Michael Carrick must take the team to Champions League qualification. Only consecutive top-four finishes will put him in genuine contention for the permanent manager post at Old Trafford. Carrick came into the hotseat after Ruben Amorim’s resignation. He offers great early results….
Uganda’s long-distance sensation Jacob Kiplimo sets his sights on Portugal. Jacob Kiplimo will race in the EDP Lisbon Half Marathon on March 8, 2026. This race provides a vital step in his build-up to the London Marathon. National officials term the switch strategic. Kiplimo withdrew from the Barcelona Half Marathon. Uganda Athletics President Dominic Otuchet…
