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Barcelona Fight To Clear Hansi Flick’s Ban Before El Clásico Showdown

October 23, 2025 (updated October 23, 2025) Published by

Spanish La Liga giants, FC Barcelona are battling to have Hansi Flick available for Sunday’s blockbuster clash with Real Madrid after the club appealed the one-match suspension handed to the German manager.

ObasEmpire report that the Catalans filed their appeal on Thursday morning, urging the Appeals Committee to overturn the decision made by the Sports Disciplinary Committee of the Royal Spanish Football Federation. Hansi Flick was sent off in the closing minutes of Barcelona’s 2-1 loss to Girona last weekend after receiving two yellow cards.

Referee Jesús Gil Manzano’s match report claimed Flick was booked first “for applauding one of my decisions as a sign of protest,” and again moments later “after being cautioned for making a gesture of disapproval.”

Barcelona insist the video evidence tells a different story. Club president Joan Laporta argued that the referee “made a mistake by waiting for Flick’s reaction, as seen in the images.

Lakuku Could miss action Unti November,Napoli confirm

August 18, 2025 (updated August 18, 2025) Published by

Romelu Lukaku will miss Napoli’s opening fixture of their Serie A title defence after suffering a thigh injury which could keep the Belgium striker out for months, the Italian champions said on Monday.

Napoli, who travel to promoted Sassuolo on Saturday, said in a statement that Lukaku had suffered a “serious” tear in his left thigh during Thursday’s pre-season friendly with Olympiakos.

No indication over how long Lukaku would be sidelined was given by Napoli, but Italian media reported that he could be out of action until November.

Napoli suggested that Lukaku, 32, might have to undergo surgery.

Lukaku was key to Napoli winning their fourth league title last season, setting up 10 Serie A goals to go with the 14 he scored under coach Antonio Conte.

WWE: Real cause of legendary wrestler, Hulk Hogan’s death revealed

July 26, 2025 (updated July 26, 2025) Published by

Details of the unfortunate death of wrestling legend, Terry Gene Bollea, popularly known as Hulk Hogan has been revealed.

ObasEmpire earlier reported that Hulk Hogan died on Thursday at the age of 71.

A report from Wrestling Observers published on Saturday, indicated that the wrestler’s health declined after a neck surgery on May 14.

The publication also indicated that Hulk Hogan was suffering from renal failure and severe COPD before his death on July 24.

Meanwhile, the WWE in Friday, night had a tribute show to honour the career of the late wrestling figure.

The company is reportedly bringing in a stacked lineup of wrestling legends and Hall of Famers to pay tribute to their friend and colleague.

WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons pip South Africa, zoom into final

July 22, 2025 (updated July 22, 2025) Published by

The Super Falcons of Nigeria booked a spot in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a hard-fought 2–1 win over holders South Africa.

Nigeria came close to scoring in the opening 12 minutes through Chiwendu Ihezuo and Esther Okoronkwo. Ihezuo was set up by a superb pass from Ashleigh Plumptre in the 11th minute, but South Africa goalkeeper Andile Dlamini produced a superb save to deny the striker. Dlamini also stopped Okoronkwo’s goal-bound effort one minute later.

South Africa barely tested Chiamaka Nnadozie despite their smooth play in midfield.

The Super Falcons were awarded a penalty one minute before the break after Bomgeka Gamede handled the ball inside the box. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade calmly slotted the ball into the net, with Dlamini getting a hand on it.

Linda Motlhalo equalised for South Africa from another penalty on the hour mark.

The right-back won the game for the Super Falcons with a long-range effort in stoppage time.

Arsenal put four players up for sale

July 18, 2025 (updated July 18, 2025) Published by

Arsenal are open to transfer offers for four of their players in the ongoing summer transfer wi

According to The Athletic, the players on the sale list are Karl Hein, Reiss Nelson, Fábio Vieira, and Albert Sambi Lokonga.

The report also states that versatile player Oleksandr Zinchenko could depart, while there are no concrete developments regarding a potential exit for Jakub Kiwior.

Additionally, there is a possibility of a loan move for Maldini Kacurri.

The report also states that versatile player Oleksandr Zinchenko could depart, while there are no concrete developments regarding a potential exit for Jakub Kiwior.

Arsenal have been very active this summer, having secured the signings of Christian Nørgaard, Martín Zubimendi, and Kepa Arrizabalaga.

Mikel Arteta’s side are also working on deals for Viktor Gyökeres, Cristhian Mosquera, and Noni Madueke.

The Premier League club from North London are looking to strengthen their squad after finishing second in the league table last season.

EPL: 3 teams qualify for Champions League after Europa final

May 23, 2025 (updated May 23, 2025) Published by

Three teams have now confirmed their places in next season’s Champions League.

Tottenham Hotspur became the latest club to claim their spot, following their 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final on Wednesday night.

Although they are likely to finish in 17th place, Spurs will compete in Europe’s elite competition thanks to the victory.

Brennan Johnson proved to be the hero in Bilbao, as he forced in the only goal of the match in the first half.

Tottenham will now join Liverpool and Arsenal as the only Premier League sides to be assured of Champions League spots for now.

Three more teams will qualify on the last day of the campaign.

Manchester City, Chelsea, Newcastle, Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest are the teams that will be hoping to represent England.

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