Football: Ethan Nwaneri signs long-term deal with Arsenal

IANS | August 8, 2025 8:43 PM

London, Aug 8 (IANS) Ethan Nwaneri has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal. The highly talented attacking midfielder, who has been with the club since the age of eight, has committed his future to the club following his impressive rise through their Hale End Academy and into the first team.

Wilfred Ndidi joins Besiktas after eight years at Leicester City

IANS | August 8, 2025 6:34 PM

Leicester, Aug 8 (IANS) English Premier League side Leicester City have confirmed that an agreement has been reached with Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas for the permanent transfer of long-serving midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, subject to international clearance.

Aston Villa sign striker Evann Guessand from Nice

IANS | August 8, 2025 5:58 PM

Birmingham, Aug 8 (IANS) Aston Villa have announced the signing of striker Evann Guessand from OGC Nice for a reported fee of 26 million pound plus 4.3 million in add-ons, rounding the fee to 30 million.

134th Durand Cup: NEROCA FC share spoils with Indian Navy after goalless draw

IANS | August 7, 2025 8:03 PM

Imphal (Manipur), Aug 7 (IANS) NEROCA FC and Indian Navy FT played out a hard-fought goalless draw in their Group F encounter of the 134th Durand Cup to earn a point each at the Khuman Lampak Main Stadium here on Thursday. Despite several half-chances and moments of promise, both sides failed to find the finishing touch in a match that was high on midfield battles and defensive organisation.