American billionaire Bill Gates has said his 2021 divorce from Melinda French Gates is the mistake he regrets the most.
In an interview with The Times of London, the 69-year-old former Microsoft executive shared his disappointment, explaining that one of his life’s biggest aspirations was to emulate his parents’ 45-year-long marriage. Gates and Melinda, 60, first crossed paths in 1987 when she joined Microsoft as a product manager. They tied the knot in Hawaii in […]
CAF blocks Cameroon legend Samuel Eto’o from contesting Exco position over ethics Violations
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has rejected Samuel Eto’o’s candidacy for a position on its executive committee, citing ethical concerns and regulatory irregularities. The decision, made public following a CAF Governance Committee meeting on January 24, 2025, marks a significant setback for the Cameroon Football Federation (FÉCAFOOT) president, who had hoped to ascend to […]
Rest more important than topping the standings for Slot’s Liverpool
Liverpool can afford to rest a host of regular starters for their last league-phase game in the Champions League and giving players a break is more of a priority than maintaining first place in the standings, manager Arne Slot said on Tuesday. Captain Virgil van Dijk, top scorer Mohamed Salah and keeper Alisson have all […]
Arsenal boss Arteta urges fans to stop abuse after Lewis-Skelly red card rescinded
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was pleased that Myles Lewis-Skelly’s red card was rescinded but criticised the abuse aimed at referee Michael Oliver by fans. The 18-year-old Lewis-Skelly has escaped a three-match suspension after the FA overturned Oliver’s decision to send him off in Saturday’s 1-0 win at Wolverhampton Wanderers. Lewis-Skelly was dismissed for tripping Wolves’ […]
Conceicao ignoring Milan Derby talk until after Champions league test
AC Milan take on neighbours Inter Milan in Serie A this weekend, but the derby is far from Sergio Conceicao’s mind, their manager said on Tuesday, with the focus fully on the Champions League where they aim to secure a place in the last 16. Milan, sixth in the European standings on 15 points, are […]
Real now close to top form ,says Ancelotti ahead of Brest clash
European champions Read Madrid are very close to hitting their best form, manager Carlo Ancelotti said ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League clash at French side Brest. Real are 16th in the Champions League standings on 12 points after four wins and three losses from seven games, while Brest are 13th with 13 points. Real and […]
Trafford Council Green light Manchester United’s development plan
Manchester United’s plan to build a 100,000-seat stadium has taken a big step toward becoming reality, with the vision receiving the green light from the Trafford Council executive. The approval on Monday evening came after the British government backed the regeneration project. The decision to either renovate Old Trafford or build an adjacent facility is […]
Guardiola wary of financial hit if Man City fail to advance in Champions League
Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola said he is aware of the financial implications of failing to reach the Champions League knockout stages as his side head into Wednesday’s final group game against Club Brugge needing a win to stay in the hunt. City have reached the Champions League knockout stages every season since Guardiola took the […]
Lyon sack coach sage amid poor run
Olympique Lyonnais have sacked coach Pierre Sage, the French Ligue 1 club announced on Tuesday, after a winless run of five matches across all competitions. Lyon are sixth in the French top-flight after managing just one win in their last five league games. They were also knocked out of the French Cup following a defeat […]
Neymar leaves Al-Hilal by mutual agreement
Neymar has parted ways with Al-Hilal by mutual consent The Saudi Pro League champions made this known on Monday, after a disappointing spell at the club for Brazil’s all-time top scorer. The 32-year-old sustained a knee injury in Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Uruguay in October 2023 and has struggled to get back to his […]