Manchester City’s 2026 did not begin on a positive note. Pep Guardiola’s side were held to back-to-back draws in early January, first playing out a goalless draw against Sunderland on January 1. Three days later, City were again forced to settle for a point, drawing 1-1 against Chelsea on January 4 after Enzo Fernández scored… Read More »2 Back-to-Back Draws and 7 Injuries: Man City’s Difficult Start to 2026
On match day 18 of the English Premier League, Crystal Palace will host Tottenham Spurs on Sunday at 10:00 PM IST, 28th December 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at Selhurst Park, London, England, which has a seating capacity of 25,486 spectators. This blog by 96.com will provide a detailed preview of the… Read More »Crystal Palace vs Tottenham Spurs Preview, Betting Tips & Odds, Prediction – 28 December 2025
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco has begun dramatically. As of December 24, 2025, the tournament has completed the first three matchdays, with Matchday 4 set to take place on Wednesday. This edition is historic, as it marks the first time AFCON is being played during the Christmas and New Year period.… Read More »AFCON 2025 Results, Top Scorer, Most Assists, Group Standings
The January transfer window is approaching, and Conor Gallagher has emerged as one of the most talked-about midfielders in the market. The 25-year-old England international, currently playing for Atlético de Madrid, is attracting strong interest from Manchester United, who are actively looking to strengthen their midfield options. Gallagher joined Atlético de Madrid with high expectations… Read More »January Window Focus: Conor Gallagher and United’s Search for Midfield Balance
Harry Kane never seems to tire of making history at Bayern Munich. The England captain just set a sensational personal record ahead of the new year as Bayern Munich once again demonstrated their high level of productivity in the 2025-2026 Bundesliga season. In Week 15, Sunday (December 21, 2025), Die Roten secured a 4-0 victory… Read More »100 Goals Contribution for Bayern: Harry Kane Enters Bundesliga History
Indian footballer Sandesh Jhingan has sparked debate after openly questioning the large sums of money spent on Lionel Messi’s India tour, while the domestic football ecosystem continues to face uncertainty. Lionel Messi concluded his four-day visit to India on Tuesday, during which he visited five cities. The extensive four-city GOAT India Tour was reportedly budgeted… Read More »₹200 Crore for Messi, Uncertain Future for ISL: Sandesh Jhingan Speaks Out
Aston Villa is currently enjoying one of the best periods in its Premier League history. The club have won 9 consecutive matches and 15 of their last 17 games across competitions. During this run, Villa have defeated top sides including Tottenham, Manchester City, and most recently Arsenal, securing a dramatic 2-1 victory at Villa Park.… Read More »Premier League Dream Alive: Unai Emery’s Aston Villa Chase History
The Portuguese star and attacking midfielder, Bruno Fernandes, is truly one of the finest players to represent Manchester United in the modern era, following legends such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Nani, and others. At 31 years old, the Portuguese international has once again grabbed the spotlight by leading the assists chart in the ongoing English Premier… Read More »Most Assists This Season: Bruno Fernandes on Top for Manchester United
Indian football has entered the most uncertain phase in its modern history. For the first time, the country’s two highest men’s competitions Indian Super League (ISL) and the I-League, face serious structural instability at the same time. What began as a policy shift regarding government funding has now escalated into a wider commercial and operational… Read More »Indian Football in Crisis: ISL Funding Halt, I-League Collapse, and Player Exodus
AFC Bournemouth will host Burnley in match day 17 of the English Premier League on Saturday, 20 December 2025, at 08:30 PM IST. The match will take place at Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, Dorset. The stadium holds 11,286 spectators. This blog by 96 APK will present a detailed Bournemouth vs Burnley preview, including team form, predicted… Read More »Bournemouth vs Burnley Preview, Betting Tips & Odds, Prediction – 20 Dec 2025
