defenders

Latest update as Super Eagles' defender, Valentine Ozornwafor loses consciousness twice on pitch

Belgium club, RSC Charleroi, have provided the latest update on Valentine Ozornwafor after the Super Eagles' defender lost consciousness twice on the pitch. Ozornwafor lost consciousness twice on the pitch during Charleroi's 3-0 loss to Royale Union Saint

I feel for Arsenal's Saka, he's abused - Ex-Chelsea defender, Ashley Cole

Former Arsenal and Chelsea defender, Ashley Cole, has said that Bukayo Saka's versatility could make him find it very difficult to become a top player if he doesn't nail down one position in the Gunners squad. Saka has played different positions for Arsenal

Nigeria won't win AFCON 2023 - Ex-Eagles defender, George Abbey says

Ex-international, George Abbey, has ruled out the Super Eagles' chances of winning the forthcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament with the current crop of players in the squad. The Eagles are aiming to win their fourth title AFCON title at the 34th edition

Arsenal officially confirms deal for two defenders

Arsenal have officially reached an agreement with two defenders, Pablo Mari and Cedric Soares to join the club on a permanent deal.

EPL: Chelsea legend John Terry names four best central defenders in history

Former Chelsea defender John Terry has named four current and retired Premier League centre-backs as the best defenders in the history of the Premier League.

Harry Kane names two toughest defenders he has faced in his career

"The toughest defenders I've faced? Yeah, I faced John Terry early in my career, and I thought he was, you know, the reason he is one of the best defenders in the world. Really smart, really intelligent.

End SARS: Super Eagles defender, Leon Balogun speaks out ahead of Algeria friendly

Super Eagles defender, Leon Balogun, has lent his voice to support the ongoing #EndSARS campaign around the country. Tweeting ahead of Friday's international friendly against Algeria in Austria, Balogun kicked against the killing and extortion of innocent

Kevin Muscat: The story of the "dirtiest ever defender" in soccer history (Video)

Kevin Muscat is a former Australian soccer player, once tagged as the dirtiest footballer ever for his rough tackles. Now a successful soccer manager, the former defender received 123 yellow cards and 12 red cards during his playing career. Kevin Muscat BackgroundKevin

Transfer News: Man Utd interested in signing Moroccan defender, Arsenal interested in Williams.

Man Utd interested in signing Moroccan defender. Manchester United are looking to sign a right-back, with Noussair Mazraoui among their targets. Bayern Munich are willing to sell Mazraoui for around £20m, but United must offload Aaron Wan-Bissaka before making

EPL: Vidic picks best three defenders currently playing in Premier League

Manchester United legend, Nemanja Vidic, has named his favourite defenders currently playing in the Premier League. Vidic forged a formidable partnership with Rio Ferdinand during his time at Old Trafford.

EPL: Man Utd's Wan-Bissaka named 'best one-on-one defender' in the world

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher, has identified Manchester United defender, Aaron Wan-Bissaka as the 'best one-on-one defender in the world currently. Carragher stated this ahead of Man United's Europa League round of 16 first-leg tie against LASK on Thursday

Reactions as Super Falcons defender, Michelle Alozie inscribes Nigeria's country code on her thigh.

Nigerian Super Falcons defender, Michelle Alozie has left Nigerians, football fans and social media users buzzing after inscribing Nigeria's country code on her thigh. The Nigerian Super Falcons and Houston Dash defender, Michelle Alozie has taken to social

Transfer: Chelsea sign new defender, Man Utd take decision on McTominay joining EPL rival

Chelsea on Wednesday announced the signing of defender Lucy Bronze. In a statement on their website, the Blues said Bronze has joined the club's Women team from FC Barcelona. Bronze signed a two-year contract with Chelsea. "Everyone at Chelsea is thrilled

Man Utd defender, Martinez reveals what he told Messi after Argentina won World Cup

Argentina defender, Lisandro Martinez, has opened up on his post-match interaction with captain Lionel Messi following Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup final triumph against France in December. Messi completed his trophy collection after guiding La Albiceleste

BREAKING ! Arsenal Confirm Signing Of This Red Hot Schalke 04 Defender, Sead Kolasinac

Arsenal have announced left-back Sead Kolasinac will join them this summer from Schalke. The Bosnia-Herzegovina international, 23, will join on a free transfer and become an Arsenal player on 1 July when the transfer window opens. "Subject to the completion

Premier League defenders won't be scared of you - Jordan tells Ronaldo

According to him, Ronaldo will struggle against the league's best defenders.

Balotelli names toughest defender he ever faced

One of the strongest [defenders] I have seen. He is very strong!" he said.

EPL: Arsenal want two defenders out of Emirates

The Gunners have already let Sead Kolasinac and William Saliba leave on loan and two more defenders could follow. Sokratis' former club, Genoa and Turkish side Fenerbahce are interested in a deal for the Greek centre-back.