Football
FIFPRO joins Super Falcons to tackle NFF over financial feud

FIFPRO, the global union for professional footballers, issued a statement on behalf of Nigeria‘s national women’s football team, the Super Falcons, on Tuesday.
The statement confirmed that FIFPRO would provide assistance to the players in their ongoing dispute with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) regarding unpaid bonus payments, camp allowances, and expenses. These outstanding payments date back to 2021.
FIFPRO expressed its commitment to working closely with the Super Falcons players to ensure that their contractual rights are upheld and that the unpaid payments are resolved by the NFF.
The decision by FIFPRO to intervene comes in the aftermath of the Super Falcons’ elimination from the Round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
It’s important to note that this situation underscores the ongoing issues in women’s football related to remuneration and player welfare.
FIFA’s recent change in policy regarding player remuneration is a response to concerns about unpaid allowances faced by women’s football teams in various countries, aiming to ensure that prize money directly reaches the players without any hindrance.
The FIFPRO statement reads:
“Following the Nigeria women’s national team’s elimination from the FIFA Women’s World Cup, FIFPRO can confirm it is assisting players in a disagreement with the Nigeria Football Federation concerning bonus payments, camp allowances, and expenses, some of which date back to 2021,” the FIFPRO statement read in part
“During the World Cup, the players expressed the desire to remain focused on their performance without making public statements or facing other distractions.
“However, the Super Falcons believe that it is now time for the Nigeria Football Federation to honour their commitments and pay the outstanding amounts.”
“The team is extremely frustrated that they have had to pursue the Nigeria Football Federation for these payments before and during the tournament and may have to continue doing so afterward. It is regrettable that players needed to challenge their federation at such an important time in their careers,” the FIFPRO statement added.
“FIFPRO will continue to work with the players to ensure their contractual rights are honoured and the outstanding payments are settled.”
EPL
Rashford in car crash after Burnley game while driving £700k Rolls-Royce

Manchester United star Marcus Rashford experienced a car accident after yesterday’s match against Burnley.
The incident occurred as he was leaving United’s Carrington base in his £700,000 Rolls-Royce, shortly after the team had returned from Turf Moor. Videos from the scene showed Rashford’s badly damaged car and a toppled traffic island pole nearby.
Fortunately, Rashford was shaken but not seriously injured, according to a source.
In an Instagram post, he reassured his fans, saying, “3 points on the road! I’m alright guys thanks for the messages.”
Police responded to the scene, but no arrests were made, and no ambulances were needed. Rashford’s teammate and captain, Bruno Fernandes, also stopped to offer assistance.
Images from the area afterward revealed traffic cones and barriers around the damaged traffic island, along with scattered debris.
Rashford is known for owning several luxury vehicles, including the £700k Black Badge Wraith involved in the crash, a £390k Black Badge Cullinan, a £560k Cullinan Blue Shadow (acquired last month), a £280,000 McLaren 765 Long Tail, and a £350,000 Lamborghini Urus Performante.
EPL
‘It was always the plan’ – Virgil van Dijk explains Nunez penalty against LASK

Virgil van Dijk has heaped praise on Darwin Nunez for his standout performance in Liverpool’s recent Europa League match against LASK.
Nunez played a pivotal role in the match as Liverpool found themselves trailing 1-0, but Nunez’s contribution turned the tide in their favor, ultimately leading to a 3-1 victory.
Nunez’s crucial moment came in the form of a penalty kick in the second half. Just before Nunez stepped up to take the penalty, Virgil van Dijk briefly held the ball and appeared as though he might take the spot-kick himself. This momentary delay allowed Nunez to maintain his composure and focus on the task at hand.
Van Dijk also emphasized the significance of the mental aspect of these high-pressure moments in matches, highlighting the importance of maintaining one’s composure and mental fortitude when facing critical situations.
He said: “You have to make sure you protect at least the penalty spot. It’s a bit of a mind game there – maybe they were going to try and get in your head.
“It was always the plan that Darwin was going to take it, and I’m glad he scored.”
Van Dijk additionally added that Nunez is beginning to show the world what’s really going on with him:
“Darwin was very important for us against LASK and long may it continue. Up front, the competition is quite good.”
“They all have to push each other and it’s good to see. Everyone has a role to play whether you start or not. Everyone has now seen the potential and the quality he has.”
EPL
REVEALED: When Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Luke Shaw will be back in Man Utd squad

According to reports from ESPN, there are growing concerns within Manchester United regarding the injury timelines of Luke Shaw and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, with expectations now suggesting they may not return until at least November.
In fact, it’s a possibility that both players will only be available for the game against Everton on November 25, meaning they would be sidelined for the majority of the month.
Shaw’s last appearance for Manchester United was in their defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, after which he suffered a muscle injury and has been struggling to recover since.
Wan-Bissaka, on the other hand, sustained a hamstring injury during the match against Brighton & Hove Albion last weekend.
Manchester United has been grappling with a series of off-field issues and injuries this season, resulting in a disappointing start despite the high expectations following last season’s performance.
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