Junior Yekini
Football Writer
With a passion for football that stretches across continents, Junior Yekini joined Football Presse shortly after its launch. Based in London, he has a particular interest in African and Brazilian football and is dedicated to bringing readers the latest stories and developments from around the global game.
Articles by Junior Yekini
âSpalletti praises Juventusâ authority after AZ Alkmaar victory
Luciano Spalletti was delighted with Juventusâ performance against AZ Alkmaar, praising his players for their authority, courage and quality in a victory over a side with a formidable home record in European competition.
6 November 2026
âAmorim admits Milan were not ready to play football against FerencvĂĄros
Ruben Amorim was left deeply disappointed by Milanâs performance against FerencvĂĄros, admitting that his players had not been prepared to compete and singling out their first-half display for criticism.
6 November 2026
âDavide Bartesaghi admits Milan lacked attitude in FerencvĂĄros defeat
Davide Bartesaghi admitted Milan lacked the right attitude after their 2-0 home defeat against FerencvĂĄros, with the defender calling for a response following another disappointing European result.
6 November 2026
âKoopmeiners and Kolo Muani celebrate Juventus victory and turn focus to Fiorentina
Teun Koopmeiners and Randal Kolo Muani were pleased with Juventus' victory over AZ, with both players emphasising the importance of the result and the need to carry their momentum into the weekend meeting with Fiorentina.
6 November 2026
âInter appoint Simone Lo Schiavo as director of football development
Inter have appointed Simone Lo Schiavo as their new director of football development, with the 41-year-old joining the club's sporting department under chief football officer Dario Baccin.
6 November 2026
âMaurizio Sarri admits Atalanta are 'emotionally vulnerable' after Kairat draw
Maurizio Sarri admitted Atalanta remain in a difficult position after their 1-1 draw with Kairat Almaty, identifying emotional vulnerability, injuries and a lack of preparation time as major obstacles to improving results.
6 November 2026
âChelsea, Man City join race for Club Brugge striker Tresoldi
Chelsea and Manchester City are among the Premier League clubs monitoring NicolĂČ Tresoldi, with the Club Brugge striker attracting growing interest after an impressive scoring run that has reportedly pushed his valuation towards âŹ50 million.
6 November 2026
âChelsea's Gittens among Roma targets to maintain Gasperini's intensity
Roma are preparing to strengthen Gian Piero Gasperini's squad in January, with an attacking winger and potentially a midfielder on the shopping list as the club look to address their lack of depth and maintain their intensity throughout matches.
6 November 2026
âBromley appoint Karl Robinson as new manager
Bromley have appointed Karl Robinson as their new first-team manager on a long-term contract, with the former MK Dons, Charlton Athletic and Oxford United boss tasked with leading the club into the next phase of its development in League One.
5 November 2026
âZanetti reveals why he rejected Udinese before taking charge of the club
Paolo Zanetti has revealed that he previously turned down the opportunity to manage Udinese because of tactical differences, but believes his greater experience has prepared him for the challenge.
5 November 2026
âHĂžjlund and McTominay demand Napoli take responsibility after Porto humiliation
Rasmus HĂžjlund and Scott McTominay have called for collective responsibility at Napoli after their 4-1 Champions League defeat against Porto left the players questioning their performances.
5 November 2026
âComo president Suwarso pays glowing tribute to FĂ bregas after historic Lens victory
Como president Mirwan Suwarso was left astonished by his team's historic 9-1 victory over Lens, using the occasion to deliver a heartfelt tribute to head coach Cesc FĂ bregas.
5 November 2026
âComo make Champions League history with stunning 9-1 demolition of Lens
Como produced a record-breaking performance at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, scoring nine times to thrash Lens 9-1 and claim the biggest away victory in Champions League history.
5 November 2026
âPorto punish Napoli from set-pieces as Farioli celebrates important Champions League win
Porto scored three times in the second half to beat Napoli 4-1 at the EstĂĄdio do DragĂŁo, leaving Francesco Farioli delighted with a victory his side had been determined to deliver for their supporters.
5 November 2026
âDouvikas and Da Cunha revel in Como's extraordinary 9-goal Champions League night
Anastasios Douvikas and Lucas Da Cunha were delighted after Como's extraordinary 9-1 victory over Lens, with the Greek striker scoring a hat-trick in a historic European performance.
5 November 2026
âCristian Chivu insists Inter have nothing to prove after Feyenoord response
Cristian Chivu insisted Inter had nothing to prove after their 3-0 victory over Feyenoord, but praised the determination and character his players showed in Rotterdam.
4 November 2026
âKosta Runjaic sends emotional farewell to Udinese
Kosta Runjaic has described his departure from Udinese as painful, thanking the club, players and supporters in an emotional farewell message.
4 November 2026
âInter trio send positive message after dominant Feyenoord win as Como test awaits
Francesco Pio Esposito, Djed Spence and Yann Bisseck were all pleased with Interâs 3-0 Champions League victory over Feyenoord.
4 November 2026
âBryan Cristante questions Romaâs second-half collapse against Man United
Bryan Cristante admitted Roma must examine how they allowed Manchester United to turn a two-goal deficit into a 3-2 victory at Old Trafford.
4 November 2026
âJuventus and Tottenham make their interest known in Eintracht Frankfurt striker Younes Ebnoutalib
Juventus and Tottenham have reportedly made their interest in Eintracht Frankfurt forward Younes Ebnoutalib known to the player's representatives.
4 November 2026
âIpswich and Sunderland continue to monitor Sassuolo winger Armand LaurientĂ©
Armand Laurienté remains a transfer target for clubs in England and Italy, but Sassuolo are reluctant to sell the winger during the January window.
3 November 2026
âAC Milan consider bringing Timmo Hardung alongside Markus Krösche
AC Milan could look to bring Timmo Hardung to San Siro alongside Markus Krösche, with Matteo Moretto revealing the Eintracht Frankfurt director remains a possibility.
3 November 2026
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Udinese sack Kosta Runjaic and appoint Paolo Zanetti as replacement
Udinese have dismissed Kosta Runjaic after a disappointing start to the season and appointed Paolo Zanetti as his successor, while former captain Florian Thauvin paid tribute to the departing coach.
3 November 2026
âFrance monitor Monza midfielder Manga Foe Ondoa
France are monitoring Monza midfielder Manga Foe Ondoa for a potential Under-21 call-up after the 20-year-old established himself in the Italian club's first-team squad.
3 November 2026
âFiorentina fight back to beat Sassuolo in six-goal thriller
Fiorentina recovered from twice falling behind to beat Sassuolo 4-2, with Mateo Pellegrino, Alieu Njie, Franco Mastantuono and VĂctor Valdepeñas completing an impressive comeback.
3 November 2026
âParma punish Atalanta collapse as Gilardino celebrates first win
Parma produced an emphatic 3-0 victory over Atalanta in Bergamo, with Giovanni Fabbian, a Davide Zappacosta own goal and Simone Lontani securing Alberto Gilardino's first win.
3 November 2026
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AC Milan monitor Union Saint-Gilloise defender Massiré Sylla
AC Milan are monitoring Union Saint-Gilloise defender Massiré Sylla as they consider defensive reinforcements, with the 21-year-old emerging as a promising January target.
3 November 2026
âArteta pushes for January forward as Arsenal pursue double swoop
Mikel Arteta wants Arsenal to strengthen their forward line in January as the club pursue Premier League and Champions League success.
3 November 2026
âBrentford attacker Carvalho opens up on drinking and emotional struggles before rediscovering Christian faith
FĂĄbio Carvalho has revealed how drinking and nights out left him feeling empty during his difficult Liverpool spell, before rediscovering his Christian faith and finding support at Brentford.
2 November 2026
âBoga reveals Juventus' shooting plan after Napoli win
Jeremie Boga says Juventus rediscovered their togetherness during a training camp, with the winger delighted to cap the 2-0 victory over Napoli with a goal.
2 November 2026
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Alajbegovic and Boga fire Juventus to victory over Napoli
Juventus eased the pressure on Luciano Spalletti with a 2-0 win over Napoli, as second-half strikes from Kerim Alajbegovic and Jeremie Boga settled the contest.
2 November 2026
âPinamonti completes Lazio comeback as Gattuso celebrates winning mentality
Lazio came from behind to beat Cagliari 2-1, with Andrea Pinamonti scoring a late winner as Gennaro Gattuso's side moved top of Serie A.
2 November 2026
âFrosinone outclass Torino after the break as Alvini celebrates best win
Frosinone claimed a 2-0 victory over Torino as second-half goals from FarĂšs Ghedjemis and Giacomo CalĂČ secured another important result for Massimiliano Alvini's improving side.
2 November 2026
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Da Cunha penalty gives Como narrow win as Fabregas praises defensive effort
Lucas Da Cunha's penalty secured Como a 1-0 victory over Venezia, with Cesc Fabregas praising his side's defensive discipline after a closely contested encounter at the Sinigaglia.
2 November 2026
âDe Rossi's Genoa extend revival with comeback-resistant win at Lecce
Genoa secured a 2-1 victory at Lecce as goals from Milutin Osmajic and Junior Messias extended Daniele De Rossi's side's revival, despite a late first-half response from the hosts.
2 November 2026
âPenders responds to Chelsea comeback after Tottenham mistake
Mike Penders says learning from mistakes is part of his development after recovering from an own goal against Tottenham to help Chelsea beat Manchester United 2-0.
2 November 2026
âAlf-Inge Haaland says Erling is focused on football amid Manchester City charges
Alf-Inge Haaland says his son Erling is concentrating on football rather than Manchester Cityâs financial case, while insisting the current squad should not be punished for alleged events from years ago.
2 November 2026
âBarella admits Inter's approach is a problem after derby defeat
NicolĂČ Barella says Inter must address their poor starts and defensive mistakes after admitting the team have become too inconsistent in important matches.
1 November 2026
âMusah and Pulisic celebrate Milan's derby statement
Yunus Musah and Christian Pulisic believe Milan deserved their derby victory over Inter, with the midfielder also backing the team's ambition to challenge for the Scudetto.
1 November 2026
âMilan win derby as Amorim backs players and Chivu demands response
AC Milan claimed a 3-1 victory over Inter in the derby, with Ruben Amorim celebrating a special night while Cristian Chivu challenged his players to rediscover their edge.
1 November 2026
âRoma hit five past Udinese as Gasperini praises attacking display
Roma produced a devastating first-half performance to beat Udinese 5-2, leaving Kosta Runjaic frustrated by defensive mistakes and a lack of maturity.
1 November 2026
âPalladino's Bologna fight back to deepen Monza's troubles
Bologna came from behind to beat Monza 2-1 at the Renato Dall'Ara, with Raffaele Palladino celebrating a third consecutive victory against his former club.
1 November 2026
âCardinale emotional after Milan derby win as he backs club's ambition
Gerry Cardinale was overcome with emotion after AC Milan's 3-1 derby victory over Inter, describing the night at San Siro as a special moment for the club and its supporters.
1 November 2026
âPalmer backs Estevao after Chelsea youngster impresses against Manchester United
Cole Palmer praised Estevao after the Brazilian impressed on his first Premier League start of the season in Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Manchester United.
1 November 2026
âArbeloa hails Cairneyâs influence after Fulham captain returns
Ălvaro Arbeloa has praised Tom Cairneyâs influence after the Fulham captain returned from knee surgery and helped the side secure consecutive victories.
31 October 2026
âTomori injury sidelines defender as Ibrahimovic returns to Milanello
RĂșben Amorim has suffered another defensive setback ahead of the Milan derby, with Fikayo Tomori expected to miss around a month after sustaining a muscle injury during the defeat against Bologna.
31 October 2026
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Pulisic commits to Milan until 2031 and targets trophies
Christian Pulisic has committed his future to AC Milan until June 2031, describing the contract extension as the fulfilment of a personal ambition and insisting that he always wanted to remain at San Siro.
31 October 2026
âRoma's faith in Rodrigo Mora welcomed by Portugal Under-21 coach
Portugal Under-21 coach LuĂs Freire has welcomed the faith Roma have shown in Rodrigo Mora, insisting that the young midfielder should be given time to establish himself after arriving from Porto.
31 October 2026
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Amorim insists Scudetto remains Milan's target despite lost points
RĂșben Amorim has reiterated that winning the Scudetto must always be the ambition at AC Milan, while acknowledging that his side have made their task more difficult after dropping points early in the campaign.
31 October 2026
âGalliani challenges MalagĂČ for Italian football federation presidency
Adriano Galliani has emerged as a challenger to Giovanni MalagĂČ in the race to become president of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), with the election on December 14 now shaping into a contest between two prominent figures in Italian sport.
31 October 2026