Dailysports News Archive News for 23 February 2026 All news for 23 February 2026 2026-02-23 Calendar 01:18 Neymar unable to make the difference. Santos crash out in Paulista quarterfinal 01:44 Special clause in contract. Luis Díaz could face fines over language issue 02:13 Fading hopes? The probability of Neymar featuring at the 2026 World Cup revealed 02:41 Chelsea boss could lose his job at the end of the season. What will it depend on? 02:47 Karim Konate back in force at Red Bull Salzburg 03:08 Principled derby. Fire breaks out during Red Star vs Partizan clash 03:16 Patrice Noukeu explains Nathan Doualla's absence against Dynamo in Elite One 03:37 Strasbourg fans barred from stadium amid backlash against owners 03:54 Because he didn’t pass to Mbappé? Mastantuono sidelined for three straight matches 04:34 “The Struggle for Survival Continues” – Kwara United Coach Ashifat Suleiman Reacts to Abia Warriors Defeat 04:47 “I’m Going to Give Ola Aina His Flowers” – Noni Madueke Names Ola Aina His Toughest Opponent 05:02 World Cup matches could last up to 2.5 hours. What’s the reason? 05:02 Wilfred Ndidi Scores on Return as Beşiktaş Crush Göztepe 4-0 in Turkish Super Lig 05:30 A hefty fine. Fofana punished for red card in Burnley clash 06:08 Ukrainian Premier League match canceled. What happened and why the pitch is to blame 06:31 Legendary coach Dick Advocaat steps down as Curaçao head coach 06:57 Manchester United players find Carrick more approachable than Amorim 07:04 27 players from the Ivory Coast women's team called up for two friendly matches against Benin and Kenya 07:23 Paulo Dybala could continue his career in Argentina with a move to Boca Juniors 07:50 Any changes in the top ten? Updated WTA rankings after another competitive week 08:23 UEFA concerned that tensions between Vinícius and Prestianni could escalate in the return leg 09:24 Étienne Beugré leaves France for Kazakhstan 09:39 Official: UEFA suspends Gianluca Prestianni for second leg against Real 10:01 Serious injury. Ruben Loftus-Cheek sidelined for an extended period after horrific injury 10:10 David Pagou wants to discover local talent for the Indomitable Lions 10:49 Another scandal erupts: Real Madrid's Dean Huijsen accused of racism towards Asians. Real Madrid issues official statement 11:03 Madness! Mexico could lose the right to host World Cup matches 11:45 It's not that simple. Benfica files complaint against Prestianni's suspension. The Argentine still has a chance to play on Wednesday 11:56 Manchester United player caught by police and fined £666. What's the story? 12:28 Gavin Hunt is hoping defender Olisah Ndah will be available for their important Betway Premiership clash against Kaizer Chiefs tomorrow night 12:34 Eric Tinkler commends Sekhukhune United's Lebohang Phiri as a modern professional since arriving at Betway Premiership side as a free agent 12:44 Scott Parker on Lyle Foster's absence at Burnley against Chelsea: We had few of our players struggling with a stomach ache and Lyle was one of them 12:46 Three consecutive defeats in Elite One for Panthère Sportive 12:48 Outrage. Around three million dogs killed in Morocco during World Cup preparations 12:49 AmaZulu coach Arthur Zwane on their clash against Mamelodi Sundowns: We will give them no respect as teams must know who are when we are on home turf 12:53 Chippa United coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi touts his goalkeeper Dumisani Msibi as a possible World Cup cover for Bafana Bafana's Ronwen Williams 13:01 Kaizer Chiefs face Stellenbosch FC at full strength with than Chislett and Nkanyiso Shinga in line for the Amakhosi debuts at FNB Stadium tomorrow 13:02 Fewer delays! FIFA changes rules in a move to end players' time-wasting tactics 13:41 The full Nedbank Cup quarterfinal draw sees a Kwa-Zulu Natal derby as Golden Arrows face city neihghbours in Durban City 13:51 A blow for Carrick. Lisandro Martínez ruled out of Everton clash due to injury 13:57 Bandile Shandu's agent on Orlando Pirates contractual negotiations with the player: We are waiting for Pirates on whether they will keep him or not 14:04 Dean Huijsen apologizes to Asians for reposting racist video 14:50 "PSG offered us €250 million for Yamal when he was 17" – Joan Laporta admits Yamal could have left Barcelona 15:01 Good news for the Leopards of DR Congo! 15:07 On the brink of tragedy. In Naples, a wife nearly stabbed her husband over a penalty disagreement in the Atalanta vs Napoli match 15:27 Former Arsenal Striker Emmanuel Adebayor Criticises Jose Mourinho Over Vinicius Junior Racism Comments 15:36 Super Eagles to Open Camp March 24 for Four-Nation Invitational Tournament in Jordan 15:48 Double standards? UEFA rejects Benfica's appeal. Valverde to play in the return leg 15:56 "It's a Thing of Joy to Get the Maximum Points Today" – Nasarawa United Technical Adviser Mbwas Mangut 16:04 "Relations with Messi are damaged." – Joan Laporta admits the bond between Barcelona and Leo has significantly deteriorated 16:07 Victor Osimhen Reportedly Unpaid for Two Months at Galatasaray 16:28 “Maximum Three Points, Three Goals and a Clean Sheet” – Babaganaru Praises Kano Pillars After 3-0 Win 16:40 Karim Benzema suffers injury. His participation in the match against Al-Taawoun is in serious doubt 16:44 “The Result Is a Product of Our Hard Work” – Obinna Uzoho Praises Kun Khalifat FC After 2-0 Win 17:03 Franck Kessie leads Al-Ahli Saudi against Damac