Former international Samuel Eto’o will run Cameroonian football for the next four years after being elected head of the country’s FA on Saturday.
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CAF says AFCON not moved….
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has dismissed rumours that next month’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) could be moved away from Cameroon following the recent discovery of the new Omicron variant of Covid-19.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer fired by Manchester United….
Manchester United have sacked manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer following Saturday’s 4-1 defeat at Watford.
Dutch footballer charged with attempted manslaughter….
Dutch footballer Quincy Promes will be prosecuted for attempted manslaughter and assault over the stabbing of a family member last year.
Dean Smith named new Norwich City coach….
Norwich City have confirmed Dean Smith as the club’s new head coach on a two-and-a-half year deal.
Coach Flick makes Germany history….
Hansi Flick made history as the first Germany coach to win his first six games in charge, with his Covid-affected side thrashing 10-man Liechtenstein in a World Cup qualifier.
Steven Gerrard is new Aston Villa coach….
Aston Villa have appointed Steven Gerrard as manager on a three-and-a-half year deal, ending his three-year reign at Rangers.
Coach Daniel Farke sacked by Norwich City….
Norwich City head coach Daniel Farke has been sacked hours after their first win of the Premier League season.
Xavi set to take over as Barcelona boss….
Former Barcelona star Xavi is set to take over as the club’s manager with Al Sadd saying they have agreed to allow him to join the Spanish giants.
Raphael Varane out for a month with hamstring injury….
Manchester United defender Raphael Varane is set to be out for about a month with a hamstring injury.
Coach Unai Emery rejects Newcastle United….
Unai Emery has ruled himself out of contention to be Newcastle United’s next manager, saying he is “100%” committed to Villarreal.
Antonio Conte is new Tottenham manager….
Tottenham have appointed former Chelsea and Inter Milan boss Antonio Conte as their new manager until summer 2023.
English Premier League Results….
Saturday 16 October, 2021:
Watford 0:5 Liverpool
Aston Villa 2:3 Wolves
Leicester 4:2 Manchester United
Manchester City 2:0 Burnley
Norwich 0:0 Brighton
Southampton 1:0 Leeds
Brentford 0:1 Chelsea
The Barcelona kid with 1bn euro release clause….
Teenage midfielder Pedri has agreed a contract extension with Barcelona which includes a 1bn euro release clause, the club has announced.
Kenyan Olympian found dead at her home….
Kenyan world record holder Agnes Tirop has been found dead at her home in the western town of Iten, a training hub for many athletes.
Messi makes South American goal history….
Lionel Messi became the first South American to score 80 international goals as his Argentina side beat Uruguay in World Cup qualifying.
Germany become first team to qualify for Qatar 2022 World Cup….
Germany became the first team to join hosts Qatar at the 2022 World Cup with a thumping victory in North Macedonia.
Newcastle United taken over by Saudi investors….
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Ronaldo equals Casillas’ Champions League appearance record….
Cristiano Ronaldo has equalled Iker Casillas’ Champions League appearance record after being selected in the starting XI for Manchester United’s clash with Young Boys.
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