Li Tie, a former Everton player, has been handed a life sentence in prison for involvement in corruption activities in his native country, China. The shocking development unfolded during a televised confession aired on Chinese state broadcaster CCTV, where Li admitted to paying approximately £330,000 to secure the position of managing the national football team. Additionally, he confessed to being implicated in a match-fixing scandal aimed at securing promotions with various club teams he represented in China. The Chinese public prosecutor has identified Li as "suspected of accepting and offering bribes," leading to his sentencing. This verdict comes in the wake of Li's departure from his role as the manager of the Chinese national team. The 46-year-old had led the team from 2019 to 2021. Li Tie's football career spans across different clubs, including a notable stint at Everton, where he made 40 appearances across various competitions during his four-year tenure from...

  Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi both found the back of the net as Fulham secured a 2-1 victory over Manchester United on Saturday.  The Nigerian pair showcased their scoring prowess in the second half, propelling the Cottagers to a remarkable win at Old Trafford.  The first half remained goalless, setting the stage for an intense second half. Bassey broke the deadlock with a well-taken goal from a corner kick, capitalizing on a moment of defensive vulnerability to beat Andre Onana.  Shortly after, Harry Maguire equalized for Manchester United, exploiting a defensive lapse to level the score at 1-1. However, it was Iwobi who emerged as the hero for Fulham, netting a late winner that dealt a blow to United's aspirations of securing a top-four finish.  This thrilling encounter showcased the talent and determination of both teams, with Fulham emerging victorious in a hard-fought battle.