Martin Odegaard remains confident Arsenal can close the gap on Liverpool in the title race despite setbacks, urging his team to fight until the end.

Arne Slot made three halftime changes as Liverpool overturned a 1-0 deficit to defeat Southampton 3-1, extending their Premier League lead to 16 points.

Southampton manager Ivan Juric criticized the referee’s decision to award Liverpool’s first penalty, claiming it changed the game after a 1-1 scoreline.

Alex Iwobi’s assist was not enough as Fulham lost 2-1 to Brighton. Liverpool went 16 points clear after beating Southampton, while Crystal Palace edged Ipswich.

Osasuna face a tough test against Barcelona, with Aimar Oroz doubtful. Budimir leads the attack as they aim to repeat their shock 4-2 victory.

Barcelona leads La Liga and faces Osasuna at home, aiming for a seventh straight league win. Here’s the head-to-head record and past encounters.

Pep Guardiola dismisses claims from La Liga president Javier Tebas over Man City’s financial dealings as the club awaits a verdict on over 100 charges

At 39 Luka Modric keeps proving age is just a number with a stunning goal for Real Madrid earning praise from Jude Bellingham and Carlo Ancelotti.

The NFF is set to sign a major deal with Carloha Nigeria Limited making Chery vehicles the official automobile partner of the Super Eagles on Wednesday in Lagos

Ifeanyi Udeze hails Ola Aina as the best right-back in the Premier League this season and urges him to consider a move if a top club comes calling.

Nigeria’s Leon Balogun believes the Super Eagles have what it takes to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, but they must show ambition and confidence.

Former FIFA and CAF technical director Chief Adeboye Onigbinde believes Nigeria’s natural talent is enough to secure victories against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

Neymar’s agent has reportedly held talks with Barcelona and Bayern as the Santos star eyes a return to Europe after his stint in Brazil.

Barcelona eyes Andrei Ratiu to strengthen their right-back options, facing potential competition from Real Madrid. Rayo Vallecano values him at €25m.

Paul Merson remains baffled by Manchester United’s decision to loan Marcus Rashford to Aston Villa, believing he would still be a key player at Old Trafford.

Chelsea are preparing a major bid for Jobe Bellingham as they compete with top clubs for the Sunderland midfielder, who is key to their promotion hopes.

Rio Ferdinand believes Arsenal are only the fifth-best team in their Champions League draw and unlikely to win the competition this season.

Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella were benched as Bayern Munich secured a 3-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League round of 16 first leg.

Barcelona secured a crucial 1-0 win over Benfica despite playing with 10 men for 70 minutes, thanks to Raphinha’s stunning second-half goal.

Ivan Perisic claimed Arsenal were vulnerable, but the Gunners responded with a crushing 7-1 win over PSV, sealing their place in the UCL quarter-finals.