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Count Me Out Of England Managerial Position – Postecoglou

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Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has debunked reports circulating in the media that he wants to be England’s next manager.

Recall that Gareth Southgate stepped down after England lost the Euro 2024 final to Spain on Sunday.

The Tottenham manager has been thrown into a mix of names, including Eddie Howe, Graham Potter, and Pep Guardiola, all of whom are being considered to manage the Three Lions.

However, Postecoglou stated that his focus is on Spurs at the moment.
“I was having a nap on Wednesday afternoon. I have no idea.
“I’m the Tottenham manager and I’m determined to bring success to this club.
“That’s where my focus is totally.”

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Kayode Bags 2024 Golden Boy Awards

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Fiorentina right-back Michael Kayode has been named the Best Young Italian Player in the 2024 Golden Boy Awards.

The announcement was made on the Golden Boy X handle on Wednesday, celebrating Kayode’s outstanding season with the Serie A club.

“Best Italian Player Under 21 is MICHAEL KAYODE! Congratulations to @acffiorentina full-back for his incredible season!” the tweet read.

Born in Bergamo, Italy, to Nigerian parents, Kayode began his youth career at Juventus, where he spent seven years before moving on in 2018.

The 20-year-old spent the 2020–21 season with Serie D club Gozzano, where he scored two goals and provided two assists in 34 appearances, helping the club secure promotion to Serie C.

In 2021, Kayode joined Fiorentina and quickly made a name for himself within their youth sector. He won both the Coppa Italia Primavera and the Supercoppa Italiana Primavera with the club.

Kayode made his Serie A debut for Fiorentina on August 19, 2023, in a 4–1 victory over Genoa.

By the end of the season, he had become a regular in the first team, with his performances drawing attention from top European clubs. He also played a significant role in Fiorentina’s run to the UEFA Conference League final.

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Trabzonspor Interested in Super Eagles Defender Bruno Onyemaechi

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Turkish football club Trabzonspor has shown interest in signing Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi, with plans to add a new left-back to their squad in the upcoming January transfer window.

 

Trabzonspor has reportedly initiated talks with Portuguese side Boavista regarding a potential transfer for the 25-year-old full-back. Boavista is open to selling Onyemaechi for approximately €2 million.

 

Onyemaechi, who joined Boavista from CD Feirense on loan in 2022, had his move made permanent the following season. The defender has two years remaining on his contract with Boavista and has scored once in 11 league appearances for the club this season.

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2024 WAFCON Draw: Nigeria Eyes Glory as Tunisia Awaits

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The draw for the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) was held on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the Mohammed VI Technical Centre in Salé, Morocco, setting the stage for a thrilling tournament from July 5 to 26, 2025.

Nigeria, 11-time champions and perennial favorites, leads Group B alongside Tunisia, Algeria, and Botswana.

The Super Falcons, aiming for their 12th title, are set to reinforce their dominance in African women’s football.

Tunisia enters the tournament on the back of impressive progress in recent years, while Algeria makes a much-anticipated return to the continental stage.

Botswana, an underdog, could disrupt expectations with a rising team eager to prove its worth.

In Group A, hosts Morocco will look to deliver both on and off the pitch. The Atlas Lionesses, who were finalists in the last edition, face formidable opponents in Zambia, Senegal, and the returning DR Congo.

Group C promises fireworks as defending champions South Africa clash with Ghana, Mali, and Tanzania in what is expected to be a fiercely contested group.

As anticipation builds, the 2024 WAFCON is shaping up to be a historic event, with fans eagerly awaiting to see who will dethrone South Africa or if the defending champions will retain their crown.

One thing is certain: African women’s football will take center stage in July 2025, delivering drama and unforgettable moments.

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