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• Drug Lord Linked to Andres Escobar Murder Found Shot Dead in Mexico

  Santiago Gallon, a notorious drug trafficker linked to the 1994 revenge killing of Colombian footballer Andres Escobar, has been found shot dead outside Mexico City. ​Santiago Gallon, an alleged Colombian drug trafficker linked to the 1994 murder of footballer Andres Escobar, has been shot dead in Mexico. Prosecutors found a body believed to be Gallon’s in Huixquilucan on Wednesday, currently undergoing forensic examination. Gallon was previously implicated in the killing of Escobar, who was gunned down days after scoring an own goal that “destroyed the country’s international image.” ​Escobar was shot six times outside a Medellin disco by Gallon’s driver, Humberto Munoz Castro, following a confrontation about the World Cup error. While the driver confessed to the killing, he refused to implicate his bosses at the time. Colombian President Gustavo Petro confirmed the death of Gallon, whose criminal history included financing paramilitary groups and deep ties to the nation’s powerful cartels.

• Inter coach Cristi Chivu carries Olympic flame ahead of Winter Games

  Inter Milan head coach Cristi Chivu joined a prestigious relay of sporting legends to carry the Olympic torch through historic Milan ahead of tonight’s Winter Games opening ceremony.

  ​Former Romania captain and current Inter Milan manager Cristi Chivu carried the Olympic flame through Milan’s historic Piazza Sant’Ambrogio on Thursday.

  Surrounded by family and cheering supporters, the 45-year-old coach represented the Nerazzurri in the final buildup to the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

  Chivu described the experience as “an indescribable emotion,” as fans lined the streets chanting “Forza Inter” and “Hai România” during his segment of the relay.

  ​Chivu was joined by an elite group of athletes, including tennis champions Flavia Pennetta and Francesca Schiavone, and American snowboarding legend Shaun White.

  The relay serves as a symbolic bridge between Italy’s rich football culture and the winter multisport event.

  Earlier this week, Inter vice-president Javier Zanetti also carried the torch, highlighting the deep connection between the city’s iconic football clubs and the upcoming Olympic festivities.

  ​The flame’s journey concludes tonight, February 6, with AC Milan icon Zlatan Ibrahimović set to carry the torch during the final stages before the opening ceremony at 9:00 PM.

  The Games will run until February 22, featuring over 3,500 athletes competing across Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.

  Romania has sent a delegation of 29 athletes to the event, competing in disciplines ranging from bobsleigh to alpine skiing.

• Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain weighs Celtic move against Arsenal coaching role

  Former Arsenal and Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is weighing an offer to join Mikel Arteta’s coaching staff while simultaneously negotiating a playing contract with Scottish champions Celtic.

  ​Free agent Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has been offered a coaching position at Arsenal by manager Mikel Arteta while currently in transfer talks with Celtic.

  The 32-year-old has been training at the Emirates to maintain fitness and completing his UEFA B license.

  Despite Arteta’s interest in integrating him into the backroom staff, the former England international has expressed a strong desire to continue his professional playing career.

  ​The midfielder’s move to Glasgow hit a minor snag regarding contract duration, causing him to miss the Europa League registration deadline.

  Celtic remain optimistic but are reportedly considering Tiemoue Bakayoko as a contingency. “I love it. At the end, that history of the club, people who have lived those experiences, bring something different,” Arteta stated regarding former players returning to help lead the Premier League leaders.

• AC Milan’s pragmatic approach fuels Scudetto charge under Allegri

  Massimiliano Allegri has transformed AC Milan into a disciplined Scudetto contender by replacing the chaotic style of recent seasons with a pragmatic, clinical approach and a “bunker-like” defense.

  AC Milan have surged to second in the Serie A table, firmly re-entering the Scudetto race under the tactical guidance of Massimiliano Allegri.

  Since his appointment in June, Allegri has instilled a “clear identity” defined by defensive stability and clinical finishing.

  According to Corriere dello Sport, the Rossoneri are leveraging a “compact defence, organised like a bunker,” marking a stark departure from the defensive fragility that plagued the club’s previous managerial eras.

  The statistical shift under Allegri highlights an extraordinary level of efficiency.

  Milan have scored 11 goals with their first shot on target this season, a “cynicism” that has become the team’s trademark.

  Rafael Leao and top scorer Christian Pulisic have spearheaded this pragmatic approach. Unlike the “out of control” high-volume games seen under Stefano Pioli or Paulo Fonseca, this iteration of Milan focuses on the essentials and punishes opponents at the first opportunity.

  This tactical U-turn prioritizes results over aesthetic flair, reflecting Allegri’s historic philosophy from his previous spells at San Siro and Juventus.

  While the team creates fewer total chances, they have mastered the art of “struggling when necessary” to secure points.

  By replacing chaos with consistency, Allegri has transformed Milan into a disciplined unit capable of sustaining a title challenge through defensive solidity and a lethal, high-conversion attacking frontline.

• Christopher Nkunku focused on AC Milan future amid transfer speculation

  Christopher Nkunku has dismissed rumors of a January departure from AC Milan, focusing instead on recovering from an injury in time for Thursday’s match against Genoa.

  Christopher Nkunku has reportedly made his stance clear regarding his future at AC Milan, signaling a desire to remain with the Rossoneri despite persistent transfer rumors.

  Since his summer arrival, the French forward has faced scrutiny over his fit in the squad, but sources indicate that an exit has not crossed his mind.

  Despite intensifying links to Turkish clubs this morning, the player remains dedicated to proving his worth under manager Massimiliano Allegri.

  The striker is currently sidelined after suffering a physical blow during his recent brace against Verona, an injury that forced him to miss Friday’s fixture.

  Nkunku is presently following a personalized recovery program at Milanello, combining individual pitch work with physiotherapy.

  The objective is to be match-ready for Thursday’s upcoming encounter with Genoa, though the club medical staff remains cautious about rushing his return to the first-team lineup.

  With star winger Rafael Leao also not at full fitness, Nkunku’s availability has become a priority for Allegri’s attacking rotations.

  While the media continues to discuss potential January moves, Gazzetta dello Sport reports that the player is “focused on the Genoa game” and determined to build on his recent goalscoring momentum.

  For now, the focus remains entirely on rehabilitation and the competitive fixtures ahead rather than the opening of the winter market.