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Messi Rules Out Newell’s Old Boys Return, Targets Inter Miami Stay Until 2028
- Lionel Messi wants to stay at Inter Miami until at least 2028 rather than immediately return to Newell’s Old Boys, according to Fabrizio Romano.
- Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023 after leaving Paris Saint-Germain and recently signed a contract extension that runs until 2028.
- Romano said on October 30 that no negotiations were taking place with Newell’s Old Boys, despite reports of a January 2027 return
Victor Osimhen, Partner Welcome Second Child
- Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen and his partner, Stefanie Kim Ladewig, have welcomed their second child together, a baby girl named Liora Audrey.
- Galatasaray announced the birth on their official X account on October 30, congratulating the couple and wishing their newborn a healthy and happy life.
- Osimhen is expected to rejoin Galatasaray ahead of their league fixture against Konyaspor, having recorded nine goals and three assists in nine games this season
Carrick Reacts As Manchester United Chiefs Hold Emergency Meeting
- Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he did not need assurances about his future after Sunday's three-0 defeat to Bournemouth.
- Sky Sports News reported that Manchester United chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox met at Carrington during the week to discuss the club's next steps.
- Reports indicate that Carrick will remain in charge for Manchester United's Premier League match away to Chelsea on Saturday.
Arsenal’s Max Dowman Handed Three-Match Ban After Appeal Fails
- Arsenal midfielder Max Dowman will serve a three-match ban after an independent FA Regulatory Commission rejected the club’s appeal on Thursday.
- The 16-year-old received a straight red card for violent conduct after his foot made contact with Fleetwood Town midfielder Harrison Neal.
- The FA said it would publish the commission’s full written reasons, while Arsenal return to Premier League action against Liverpool on November 1
Awoniyi, Bassey React To Premier League Performances
- Taiwo Awoniyi expressed delight after scoring his first Premier League goal for Coventry City in Saturday’s three-one victory over Sunderland.
- Coventry City have nine points from their opening three league matches and will visit Everton next after recording their third consecutive win.
- Calvin Bassey praised Fulham’s performance in their one-one draw at Aston Villa, which extended their unbeaten league run to three matches.
Man United, Leeds United Eye Nigerian Defenders Bassey, Sanusi
- Manchester United are reportedly targeting Fulham defender Calvin Bassey, while Leeds United are reportedly considering Porto defender Zaidu Sanusi ahead of January.
- TEAMtalk reports that Manchester United have monitored Bassey, whose Fulham contract expires next summer with an option for another year.
- Football Insider reports that Porto are unwilling to renew Sanusi’s contract, which expires next summer, potentially allowing Leeds to negotiate a reduced January fee
Romeo Lavia Denies Ghanaian Roots, Alonso Praises Estevao’s Chelsea Impact
- Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia denied claims that he has Ghanaian roots, telling journalist Rahman Osman that his family background is Congolese.
- Lavia, who was born in Brussels on January 6, 2004, to Congolese parents, represents Belgium at senior level after playing for its youth teams.
- Chelsea manager Alonso said Estevao had strengthened his case for more playing time after impressing on his first Premier League start of the season.
U-17 World Cup Quarter-Final: Busari Warns Flamingos Against Underestimating Venezuela
- Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has warned Nigeria’s players against underestimating Venezuela before their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup quarter-final in Morocco.
- Nigeria reached the quarter-finals with a two-one win over Mexico, while Venezuela advanced by beating Germany one-0 in the round of 16.
- Nigeria will face Venezuela at the Mohammed VI Football Complex Pitch four in Rabat on November 1 at 5:00 p.m. Nigerian time for a semi-final place.
Cristiano Ronaldo Nears 1000th Career Goals After Scoring 67th Hat-Trick
- Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 67th career hat-trick as Al-Nassr beat Al-Kholood five-three in the Saudi Pro League.
- Ronaldo scored three times in 15 second-half minutes, taking his career tally to 985 goals, 15 short of 1,000.
- Al-Nassr remain second in the Saudi Pro League behind leaders Al-Qadsiah, with a game in hand as they seek to defend their title.
