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Pep Guardiola Wins Barclays Manager Of The Month For February, 12th Career Honor

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Pep Guardiola Wins Barclays Manager Of The Month For February, 12th Career Honor

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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been named Barclays Manager of the Month for February, marking his first win in the category since December 2021 and the 12th of his managerial career. The Spaniard led City to a league-high 13 points during the month, claiming victories over Liverpool, Fulham, Newcastle United, and Leeds United, after beginning February with a draw against Tottenham Hotspur. The run of form helped strengthen City’s position at the top of the Premier League. Guardiola beat out a competitive shortlist that included Brentford’s Keith Andrews, Manchester United’s Michael Carrick, and Liverpool’s Arne Slot. With the award, Guardiola moves into third place on the all-time Manager of the Month honors list, surpassing David Moyes and trailing only Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger. City’s strong February also saw Antoine Semenyo earn the Player of the Month award, highlighting the team’s impressive performances under Guardiola’s guidance.

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Reece James Signs Six-Year Chelsea Contract Until 2032

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England defender Reece James has confirmed his long-term commitment to Chelsea F.C., signing a six-year contract that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2032. The 26-year-old, who came through Chelsea’s academy, made his senior debut in September 2019 and has since become one of the club’s cornerstone players. His previous deal was due to expire in 2028, but the club moved quickly to secure his future. According to The Athletic, James’s new contract includes performance-based incentives linked to both individual and team success. Already Chelsea’s highest-paid player, he earns approximately £250,000 per week. Since breaking into the first team, James has made 225 appearances and has been a consistent presence this Premier League season, starting 19 of 26 league matches. He signed his earlier contract shortly after Chelsea’s 2022 takeover by Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital. During his time at Stamford Bridge, James has collected multiple honours, including the 2021 UEFA Champions League and UEFA Super Cup, as well as the 2025 Conference League and Club World Cup. He was named club captain three years ago. James has also battled injuries over recent seasons, undergoing surgery in December 2023 to address a recurring hamstring problem.

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Iran Says No Country Can Ban Them From 2026 World Cup, Rejects Trump’s Safety Warning

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Iran’s national football team has rejected former US President Donald Trump’s warning that their players might face safety risks if they compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that no nation has the authority to block their participation. In a statement shared on social media, the Iranian Football Federation emphasized that the World Cup is governed by FIFA, not by any country’s political stance. The federation underlined that Iran secured its place through a series of hard-earned victories and would not yield to external pressure. Trump had expressed concerns over the safety of Iranian players amid recent tensions in the Middle East, suggesting that competing could put them in danger. He later tweeted that all teams would be welcome in the United States, one of the tournament’s co-hosts alongside Canada and Mexico, and noted that ticket sales were “through the roof.” Iran countered that any host nation unable to guarantee the security of visiting teams should reconsider its role in the event. The statement stressed that the team’s qualification was earned fairly and that no external attempt to exclude them would be accepted. The comments come amid rising regional tensions following US‑Israeli strikes in February, raising questions about Iran’s participation. The team is scheduled to play group-stage matches in Los Angeles and Seattle, but uncertainty remains over whether it will travel to the United States. FIFA has yet to issue an official response, although Trump reportedly assured the organisation’s leadership that Iran would be welcome. Tehran, however, continues to question whether host nations can fully ensure the safety of all players and spectators. The dispute highlights the complex intersection of sport and geopolitics, showing how global events like the World Cup can be affected by broader international tensions.

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Alex Iwobi Says He Sometimes Had To Book His Own Flights With Nigeria U-23 Compared To England Youth System

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Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi has reflected on his early days with the national team, revealing that his first experience with Nigeria’s U-23 squad came with several organizational hurdles. In an interview with High Performance, Iwobi contrasted the setup in Nigeria with his time in England’s youth teams, noting a stark difference in structure and discipline. “With England, it’s a bit more strict. You’re in St George’s Park National Football Centre or you’re in a hotel, no one’s allowed to come in, strict food, strict regime — that’s it,” he said, emphasizing the highly organized environment he was used to. Iwobi explained that Nigeria’s U-23 experience was less structured, with logistical issues occasionally affecting players. “Sometimes your flight’s not booked properly; you have to book your own flight. You get there and sometimes the people at the airport are not ready to pick you up, so you have to make your own way,” he added. He described these challenges as part of the learning curve early in his international career, highlighting the contrast between the two systems.

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PSG Beat Chelsea 5-2 As Kvaratskhelia Brace Leaves Blues Facing Huge Champions League Comeback

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Chelsea face a daunting task in the second leg of their Champions League round-of-16 tie after falling to a heavy defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in the first meeting. Despite fighting back twice during the match, the London side were undone late on as PSG seized control of the tie with a flurry of goals. The French champions struck first through Bradley Barcola, but Chelsea quickly responded when Malo Gusto found the equaliser. PSG regained the lead shortly before halftime, with Ousmane Dembélé finishing off a move to send the hosts into the break ahead. Chelsea showed resilience again early in the second half when Enzo Fernández restored parity, briefly raising hopes of a positive result for the visitors. However, a costly mistake from goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen — who had been preferred in goal ahead of Robert Sánchez — proved pivotal. After giving the ball away, Vitinha punished the error with a composed chipped finish to put PSG back in front. The damage was compounded late in the game when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia struck twice to give the defending champions a commanding advantage heading into the return leg. Chelsea did create problems for PSG during the contest and might have taken encouragement into next week’s clash at Stamford Bridge, but conceding twice in the closing stages has left them needing a remarkable turnaround to keep their Champions League hopes alive.

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Valverde Jr Hat Trick Powers Real Madrid To 3-0 Champions League Win Over Manchester City

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Federico Valverde delivered a sensational performance with a first-half hat trick to power Real Madrid to a commanding 3-0 victory over Manchester City in the opening leg of their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 clash on Wednesday night. Heading into the encounter at the Santiago Bernabéu, there had been some nervousness among Madrid supporters. The Spanish side is still adjusting to a new coach, had suffered back-to-back league defeats, and only scraped past Celta Vigo last weekend thanks to a late deflection. However, Valverde quickly settled any doubts with a remarkable display that placed Madrid firmly in control of the tie. The Uruguayan midfielder also made history, becoming the first player from Uruguay to score a hat trick in the Champions League. He opened the scoring in the 20th minute, finishing off a rapid counter-attack before calmly rounding goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and slotting the ball into the net. Seven minutes later, Valverde struck again. Latching onto a through ball from Vinícius Júnior, he fired a low effort with his weaker left foot to double Madrid’s advantage. The midfielder completed his hat trick shortly before halftime in spectacular fashion. He collected a delicate chipped pass from Brahim Díaz, lifted the ball over the stretching leg of Marc Guéhi and then volleyed past Donnarumma to make it 3-0. Real Madrid had a chance to extend the lead in the second half, but Vinícius failed to convert from the penalty spot. Nevertheless, the hosts remained comfortable for the rest of the match as City struggled to create significant danger. The teams will face each other again in the second leg in Manchester on Tuesday, with Pep Guardiola’s side needing a major turnaround to keep their Champions League hopes alive.

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UCL: Arsenal Snatch Late Penalty To Secure 1–1 Draw Against Bayer Leverkusen

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Arsenal left Germany with their Champions League ambitions alive after a dramatic late penalty secured a 1–1 draw against Bayer 04 Leverkusen in the first leg of their round-of-16 tie at the BayArena on Wednesday. The Gunners struggled for long periods and were second best, enduring a tense evening before a last-gasp reprieve spared them defeat. Leverkusen struck straight after the interval when Robert Andrich rose to meet Alex Grimaldo’s corner, heading past the Arsenal defence in the 46th minute and sending the home crowd into raptures. For much of the second half, Leverkusen looked the more dangerous side, probing Arsenal’s defence while the visitors found it difficult to turn possession into meaningful chances. Despite dominating the ball at times, Arsenal lacked a cutting edge and seemed on course for a narrow loss. The drama came in the dying minutes. Substitute Noni Madueke was fouled in the penalty area, handing Arsenal a lifeline. Kai Havertz, facing his former club, kept his composure to convert the spot-kick in the 89th minute and secure a vital equaliser. Arsenal had earlier threatened when Gabriel Martinelli hit the crossbar in the first half, but it was Havertz’s late penalty that ultimately kept their hopes alive. The tie remains delicately balanced ahead of the second leg at the Emirates Stadium, where both sides will contest a place in the Champions League quarter-finals.

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SWAN Mourns First Indigenous Super Eagles Coach Onigbinde

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The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has mourned the demise of legendary Coach, Festus Adegboye Onigbinde. Aged 88, Coach Onigbinde passed on Monday evening. SWAN President Mr. Isaiah Benjamin through a statement by the Association’s Secretary-General, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, on Tuesday described the first indigenous Coach of Super Eagles as a colossus of Nigerian football. While recalling the enormous contributions of Coach Onigbinde in the development of football both in Nigeria, Africa and beyond, said his legacies will continuously shape thoughts and action. “On behalf of the entire Sporting Media in Nigeria, I commiserate with the family of Coach Onigbinde, Super Eagles, Nigeria Football Federation and the entire Sports fraternity over the exit of a great football tactician. “Coach Onigbinde is one man that impacted so much in ensuring that the then Green Eagles made desired impact. “He was truly among those who contributed in shaping and uplifting Nigerian football. Aside the Super Eagles, his coaching prowess was felt in the country’s apex League as well as Africa,” he said. Pa Onigbinde died few days after turning 88 on March 5, 2026. He will remembered as the first Nigerian to Coach Super Eagles and took them to the 2002 World Cup. He coached Nigeria between 1982-84 winning Silver in 1984 after losing 1-3 to Cameroon in the final in 1984. He later held several managerial and administrative positions, including serving as special adviser to Osun state government on football.

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