Premier League: Arsenal's winning run ended, Chelsea cruise to victory
Arsenal saw their winning run ended by Sunderland, while Chelsea claimed a convincing victory over Wolves in Saturday's Premier League action.
Nigeria star Samuel Chukwueze doubtful for African World Cup playoffs
Fulham manager Marco Silva confirmed that Chukwueze is among seven players likely to miss this weekend's clash against Newcastle, according to The Guardian.
"It's difficult to set a timeframe for Chukwueze's return," Silva said, adding that the player's recovery will be closely monitored by Fulham's medical team.
Nigeria face Gabon in the first semi-final of the African playoff in Morocco on November 13, before taking on the winner of the second semi-final between Congo DR and Cameroon on November 16.
The playoff victor will advance to an intercontinental playoff, where the final two spots for the 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will be decided.
Chukwueze was a standout performer in Nigeria's 4-0 victory over Benin Republic in their last Group C match during the regular World Cup qualifiers, underlining the potential blow his absence could pose for the Super Eagles.
Nigeria will be hoping Chukwueze can recover in time to feature in what promises to be a decisive playoff campaign.
Omar Marmoush targets Premier League title push ahead of Liverpool clash
Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush has emphasised the importance of winning against defending Premier League champions Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.
Head coach Eric Chelle names Nigeria's World Cup play-off semi-final squad
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has announced his squad for the upcoming World Cup play-off semi-final with Gabon.
Florian Wirtz wants Liverpool to continue winning spirit against Manchester City
Liverpool attacker Florian Wirtz is confident of winning their last Premier League match ahead of the FIFA break against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.