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UCL: Arteta Questions Penalty Decision Against Arsenal

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Arsenal Manager, Mikel Arteta has questioned the penalty decision against his side in the Champions League clash with Inter on Wednesday.

The Gunners suffered their first defeat of this season’s competition thanks to Hakan Calhanoglu’s penalty in first half added time.

Spanish midfielder Mikel Merino was adjudged to have handled the ball inside the box from a free-kick.

The Premier League giants also had a shout for a penalty when Inter keeper Yann Sommer looked to punched Mikel Merino in the head during an ariel duel.

Reacting to the defeat Arteta argued that Arsenal too deserved a penalty for what he believed was a foul on Merino.
“I feel like we were very harshly done tonight… in the sense that is obvious,” he said.

“One of them, both penalties.

“Especially if you’re going to give that one Merino handball… the other one has to be 100 percent a penalty.”

Up next for Arsenal is a London derby with London rivals Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
The good news for Arteta’s men is Martin Odegaard’s return from injury.

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Chelsea’s Goalkeeper Shake-Up: Jorgensen Replaces Sanchez

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By Abaire Olanlesi

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Filip Jorgensen is now the club’s first-choice goalkeeper, replacing Robert Sanchez after a string of costly errors.

The 22-year-old Jorgensen, who started in Chelsea’s 2-1 win over West Ham, was given the nod as Maresca looks to stabilize the squad’s form.

While Sanchez returned for the FA Cup loss to Brighton, Maresca clarified that the decision was to aid his recovery, but Jorgensen remains his preferred option.

Despite recent struggles, Chelsea remains fourth in the Premier League, with Maresca optimistic about securing Champions League qualification.

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Mendy Joins FC Zurich on Two-Year Deal

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By Abaire Bisola

Former Manchester City left-back Benjamin Mendy has signed with Swiss club FC Zurich on a contract running until 2026.

The 30-year-old defender joins from French side Lorient, where he made 15 appearances before their relegation to Ligue 2.

His move follows a legal victory against Manchester City, which allowed him to recover withheld wages after his acquittal on rape charges.

FC Zurich, currently eighth in the Swiss Super League, secured Mendy’s services before the transfer window closes on February 17.

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NFF Secures Home for Super Eagles Coach Chelle in Abuja

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By Gabriella Ogbu

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), is arranging permanent accommodation in Abuja for Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, as he prepares to settle in Nigeria.

Chelle, currently in Europe meeting key Super Eagles players ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, is expected back before the month’s end.

Upon his return, he will select his preferred residence, ensuring stability for his tenure.

Unlike previous foreign coaches Gernot Rohr and Jose Peseiro, who stayed in hotels, the NFF is prioritizing a permanent home for Chelle to enhance his commitment and effectiveness with the team.

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