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Karim Zito sacked over inconsistent results and disunity among backroom staff – AshantiGold CEO
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Karim Zito sacked over inconsistent results and disunity among backroom staff – AshantiGold CEO

AshantiGold Chief Executive Officer Edward Kwasi Akuoko has attributed the dismissal of Karim Zito and his assistants to inconsistent results and disunity among the backroom staff. The Obuasi-based club announced the decision in a statement on October 27, relieving the former Asante Kotoko coach and his two assistants, Ernest Okyere and Robert Dabuo, of their duties following a consultative meeting of the Interim Management Committee.

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Lise Klaveness: ‘Certainly there are people that can challenge Infantino’
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Lise Klaveness: ‘Certainly there are people that can challenge Infantino’

Norwegian federation president distances self from Fifa presidency but believes governing body can be reformed As the rain whips around Oslo’s government quarter, Lise Klaveness is shielding herself from the wind, trying to work out tactics. The president of the Norwegian Football Federation wants to re-engage Fifa, and other governing bodies, on the topic of remedy.

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Which footballers have scored in the same minute as their surname?
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Which footballers have scored in the same minute as their surname?

Plus: the longest home droughts, pre-Christmas goal centuries and the first official club websites Mail us with all of your questions and answers “Justin Seven-Seven came on in the 75th minute and then scored in the 77th minute for West Brom Under-21s against Sutton United in the National League Cup. Valenciennes 2-1 Nancy (agg: 2-3) Coupe de France quarter-final, 1975-76 Valenciennes 3-2 Bordeaux Ligue 1, 1976-77 Lens 2-0 Bordeaux Ligue 1, 1977-78 VfB Stuttgart 5-1 Karlsruher Bundesliga, 1981-82 Bundesliga 71 goals in 18 games Champions League 18 goals in 6 games DFB-Pokal 10 goals in 3…

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Five epic cup shocks after Arsenal’s League Cup humiliation
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Five epic cup shocks after Arsenal’s League Cup humiliation

Chelsea 2 Bradford 4 (2015 FA Cup) Chelsea won the FA Cup five times between 2006 and 2018, but Jose Mourinho’s Blues were humbled by third tier Bradford at Stamford Bridge. But Bradford stormed back and goals from Jon Stead, Filipe Morais, Andy Halliday and Mark Yeates left Chelsea in tatters.

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‘A very sad day’: Arteta despair as Arsenal stunned by Fleetwood
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‘A very sad day’: Arteta despair as Arsenal stunned by Fleetwood

Mikel Arteta said Arsenal’s stunning League Cup defeat by fourth-tier Fleetwood was “a very sad day” as the Premier League champions suffered one of the most embarrassing results in their history. Their refusal to be overawed by Arsenal’s star-power was a tribute to Fleetwood boss Matt Lawlor, who won the tactical battle with Arteta by sitting deep and attacking on the counter.

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No player better than Messi at 2026 World Cup — Yamal
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No player better than Messi at 2026 World Cup — Yamal

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal has declared that no player performed better than Lionel Messi at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while thanking the Argentine legend for calling and offering him support after a “difficult night”. Yamal made the remarks in separate Facebook posts on Tuesday, expressing admiration for Messi’s World Cup performance and appreciation for

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Kurtley Beale earns shock recall to Wallabies squad five years after last Test
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Kurtley Beale earns shock recall to Wallabies squad five years after last Test

Veteran could add to 95 caps as he returns aged 37 Ramm and Thomas to also join Australia’s spring tour Veteran playmaker Kurtley Beale has been summoned for the Wallabies’ spring tour of the UK in a massive development ahead of next year’s Beale on Wednesday answered an SOS call from coach Les Kiss to join the squad for next month’s three Tests against England, Scotland and Wales before the inaugural Nations Championship finals in the UK from 21-23 November.

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‘That was what you live for’: Fleetwood revel in ‘unbelievably special’ Arsenal win
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‘That was what you live for’: Fleetwood revel in ‘unbelievably special’ Arsenal win

Manager Matt Lawlor, born and raised in area, reflects on celebrating win with ‘people that I knew and grew up with’ Fleetwood’s manager, Matt Lawlor, hailed the club’s victory as one for all football after his side shocked the Premier League champions, Arsenal, on penalties in the Carabao Cup. The goalkeeper, Jay Lynch, was Fleetwood’s other hero, saving from Bruno Guimarães to set up the chance for victory.

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Barcelona fined £503 over their approach for Atlético Madrid star Álvarez
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Barcelona fined £503 over their approach for Atlético Madrid star Álvarez

Atlético accused Barcelona during summer chase Striker now rebuilding his reputation with fans Barcelona’s pursuit of Julián Álvarez came at a modest cost ⁠on Tuesday after the Spanish FA fined the club €602 (£503) following a complaint by Atlético Madrid over contact ⁠with ​the striker. Atlético accused Barcelona of approaching the Argentine, whose contract runs until June 2030, ⁠without first notifying them in writing.

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Man City players can block out ‘noise’ of away fans – Maresca
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Man City players can block out ‘noise’ of away fans – Maresca

Manchester City suffered their first Premier League defeat of the season at a boisterous Aston Villa on Saturday, amid persistent reminders of their financial charges. Liverpool fans made their feelings known during City’s trip to Anfield, while the Midlands visit was just City’s second away game since the independent commission announced its decision.

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