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Models banned from Baseball game for distracting pitcher with breasts
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— Julia Rose (@JuliaRose_33) October 28, 2019
Two models in the United States were banned indefinitely from all Major League Baseball events for flashing their breasts at Houston Astros pitcher Gerrit Cole.
Julia Rose and Lauren Summer, who are well-known Instagrammers, performed the act in a bid distract the pitcher, who left the mound as a result, and play was briefly paused.
ALSO READ: Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi is the type of player Arsenal need ? Redknapp
The stunt, however, got the two women in trouble as they were quickly sent letters from Major League Baseball.
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E2%80%95-redknapp/ Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi is the type of player Arsenal need ? Redknapp
Jamie Redknapp has identified Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi as the type of player Arsenal have been ‘crying out for for years’.
On Saturday, Ndidi dazzled in midfield as the Foxes grabbed a 2-0 win against Arsenal at the King Power Stadium.
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The 22-year-old completed the most tackles (7) in the encounter, managed a 100 percent passing accuracy in the final third and also made key interceptions (3) and successful take-ons (3).
Continue reading Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi is the type of player Arsenal need ? Redknapp at Vanguard News.
Bauchi Govt. partners Bill Gates, Dangote to improve healthcare delivery
Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State on Monday traveled to the USA for a roundtable on intervention in the area of Healthcare Delivery services with Bill and Melinda together with Dangote Foundations.
Mr. Mukhtar Gidado, Senior Special Assistant on media to Bauchi State governor, disclosed this in a statement made available in Bauchi on Monday.
ALSO READ: CSOs raise alarm over Sowore’s hunger strike, alleged violation of rights
Gidado said, “committed to the improvement of Healthcare Delivery System in Bauchi State, Governor Bala Mohammed with other governors from Borno, Lagos, Gombe States and president of the Dangote Foundation, Alhaji Aliko Dangote depart Nigeria on Monday to Seattle, USA.
Continue reading Bauchi Govt. partners Bill Gates, Dangote to improve healthcare delivery at Vanguard News.
NPFL 2019/2020: MFM escape FC Ifeanyi Ubah rush
MFM FC of Lagos shook off an early shocker by visiting FC Ifeanyi Ubah of Nnewi to settle for a 1-1 draw in the NPFL MatchDay 2 encounter at the Agege Stadium on Sunday evening.
Spectators were wowed when Christian Nnaji connected Lucius Ozioma’s cross from the right flank and powered home a lead for FC Ifeanyi Ubah on the 5th minute.
ALSO READ: CSOs raise alarm over Sowore’s hunger strike, alleged violation of rights
MFM rallied to a quick reponse, securing a fast break on the 8th minute but Adeniji Adewole’s header inside the six-yard box went over the bar.
Continue reading NPFL 2019/2020: MFM escape FC Ifeanyi Ubah rush at Vanguard News.
NPFL 2019/2020: Lobi stars overpower Delta Force 4-0
After Lobi Stars were thrashed 4-1 last Sunday in Jos, it was not unexpected that they would come out smoking on Matchday 2 of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) against new boys Delta Force.
The defeat in Jos was one that Coach Gbenga Ogunbote would describe as “a disgraced, an insult,”. But then, their venting on Delta Force was maximum as they netted four unreplied goals.
Goals from Tiza Samuel (30’), Sikiru Alimi (69’), Abdulkareem Mumuni (76’) and Chinedu Udeagha (83’) put paid to any dreams the visitors had of even salvaging a draw.
Continue reading NPFL 2019/2020: Lobi stars overpower Delta Force 4-0 at Vanguard News.
NPFL 2019/2020: Enyimba grab a point on the road off katsina united
Katsina United were on Sunday forced to a 1 – 1 draw by on-form Enyimba of Aba in one of the NPFL Matchday 2 fixtures played at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina.
‘The Changi Boys’ took the lead just three minutes into the proceedings from the penalty spot after Tasiu Lawal was hacked down in the box by Ifeanyi Anaemena following a clever flicking header by Nurudeen Ibrahim.
ALSO READ: NPFL 2019/2020: Matchday 2 fixtures review and standings
Enyimba would then restore parity with just two minutes on the clock before the end of first half with a brilliant individual effort by Martins Usule who connected perfectly with a lofty through pass to bring the game back to level terms.
Continue reading NPFL 2019/2020: Enyimba grab a point on the road off katsina united at Vanguard News.
NPFL 2019/2020: Matchday 2 fixtures review and standings
By Temisan Amoye, Lagos
The Nigerian Professional Football League resumed for Matchday 2, on Sunday, the 11th of November. Plateau United and Wikki Tourist secured vital away wins, while Enyimba and Rangers International of Enugu had their first taste of the NPFL action this season.
Match 1, Adamawa United 1-1 Enugu Rangers, Ribadu Square Stadium, Yola
Match 2, Jigawa Golden 0-1 Plateau United, Hadeija Stadium
Match 3, Katsina United 1-1 Enyimba, KT Stadium
Match 4, Lobi Stars 4-0 Delta Force, Aper Aku Stadium
Match 5, MFM FC 1-1 Ifeanyi Ubah United, Agege Stadium
Match 6, Nasarawa United 0-1 Wikki Tourist, Lafia Township Stadium
Match 7, Rivers United 1-1 Heartland Owerri, Yakubu Gowon Stadium
ALSO READ: Klopp praises Liverpool intensity after crucial win over City
Match 8, Sunshine Stars 1-1 Warri Wolves, Akure Township Stadium
NPFL League standings post-matchday 2
Pos
Club
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
PTS
Recent Form
1
Plateau United
2
2
0
0
4
1
3
6
WW
2
Wikki Tourist
2
2
0
0
3
1
2
6
WW
3
Ifeanyi Ubah
2
1
1
0
2
1
1
4
WD
4
MFM
2
1
1
0
2
1
1
4
WD
5
Lobi Stars
2
1
0
1
5
3
2
3
WL
6
Abia Warriors
1
1
0
0
2
0
2
3
W
7
Warri Wolves
2
0
2
0
2
2
0
2
DD
8
Rivers United FC
2
0
2
0
1
1
0
2
DD
9
Akwa Starlets
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
D
10
Akwa United
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
D
11
Enugu Rangers
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
D
12
Enyimba
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
D
13
Sunshine Stars
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
D
14
Kano Pillars
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
D
15
Adamawa United
2
0
1
1
1
2
-1
1
LD
16
Heartland Owerri
2
0
1
1
1
2
-1
1
LD
17
Katsina United
2
0
1
1
1
3
-2
1
LD
18
Delta Force
2
0
1
1
1
5
-4
1
LD
19
Nasarawa United
1
0
0
1
0
1
-1
0
L
20
Jigawa Golden Stars
2
0
0
2
1
3
-2
0
LL
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Continue reading NPFL 2019/2020: Matchday 2 fixtures review and standings at Vanguard News.
E2%80%95-wenger/ Arsenal tried to sign Pique, Fabregas and Messi ? Wenger
Arsene Wenger has admitted Arsenal at one point tried to sign Gerard Pique and Lionel Messi to complement their acquisition of midfielder Cesc Fabregas.
The Spaniard arrived at the Emirates in 2003 after coming through Barcelona’s youth academy and ultimately became a key figure for the Gunners across several seasons.
ALSO READ: ‘Ronaldo hasn’t dribbled past anyone for three years’ ? Capello
After seeing Fabregas succeed at Arsenal, the club then seemingly turned their attention to two more Catalan graduates.
Continue reading Arsenal tried to sign Pique, Fabregas and Messi ? Wenger at Vanguard News.
E2%80%95-capello/ ‘Ronaldo hasn’t dribbled past anyone for three years’ ? Capello
After seeing Cristiano Ronaldo substituted for a second straight game, Fabio Capello has claimed the Juventus star “hasn’t dribbled past anyone for three years”.
The 34-year-old was replaced by Paulo Dybala in the 55th minute against AC Milan on Sunday having failed to have much of an impact on a game the Argentine substitute would win for Juve in the 77th minute.
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Following his substitution, Ronaldo went straight up the tunnel and reportedly left the stadium before full-time.
Continue reading ‘Ronaldo hasn’t dribbled past anyone for three years’ ? Capello at Vanguard News.
Liverpool 3-1 Man City: Ruthless Reds take command of title race
Liverpool ruthlessly dispatched title rivals Manchester City 3-1 in a barnstorming clash at Anfield to open up a commanding eight-point gap at the top of the Premier League.
Fabinho rifled the Reds into a sixth-minute lead moments after the visitors were left seething when Trent Alexander-Arnold was not punished for a seeming handball in the penalty area.
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Fabinho rifled the Reds into a sixth-minute lead moments after the visitors were left seething when Trent Alexander-Arnold was not punished for a seeming handball in the penalty area.
Continue reading Liverpool 3-1 Man City: Ruthless Reds take command of title race at Vanguard News.
EPL: What Klopp said about losing title after 3-1 win over Man City
Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp, has insisted that his team is not under any pressure, after opening an eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League table. The Reds beat champions Manchester City 3-1 at Anfield, thanks to goals from Fabinho, Mohammed Salah and Sadio Mane. Speaking to Sky Sports after the game, Klopp encouraged
EPL: What Klopp said about losing title after 3-1 win over Man City
EPL: Arsenal players at war with Unai Emery over Aubameyang
The Arsenal squad is not in full support of manager Unai Emery’s decision, to strip Granit Xhaka of the Arsenal captaincy and hand it to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Xhaka was removed as skipper, after clashing with fans in last month’s 2-2 draw at home to Crystal Palace. According to The Athletic, some players within the squad,
EPL: Arsenal players at war with Unai Emery over Aubameyang
NPFL: Sunshine Stars’ coach, Dogo blames management over Warri Wolves draw
The Technical Adviser of Sunshine Stars Football Club, Kabiru Dogo has attributed the poor outing of the team against visiting Warri Wolves to revolving issues within the Club’s management. Dogo disclosed this at the Akure township stadium during the post-match interview after playing a one-all draw on Sunday. At the week 2, Nigeria Professional Football
NPFL: Sunshine Stars’ coach, Dogo blames management over Warri Wolves draw
Liverpool vs Man City: Defender, Alexander-Arnold admits handling the ball
Liverpool defender, Trent Alexander-Arnold has admitted that the ball struck his arm during their 3-1 win over Manchester City on Sunday. The England international said he was worried about being penalised, especially with the use of VAR. With Man City on the attack, the ball appeared to have hit the hand of the right-back in
Liverpool vs Man City: Defender, Alexander-Arnold admits handling the ball
EPL: Mourinho reveals concern about Chelsea under Lampard ahead of Man City clash
Jose Mourinho has praised Frank Lampard’s impact, after Chelsea recorded their sixth straight victory in the Premier League, with a 2-0 win over Crystal Palace on Saturday. The Blues have recovered from the 4-0 defeat they suffered against Manchester United at Old Trafford on the opening weekend and are currently thrid in the table, eight
EPL: Mourinho reveals concern about Chelsea under Lampard ahead of Man City clash
EPL: Solskjaer singles out two Man Utd players after 3-1 win over Brighton
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has singled out the performances of Anthony Martial and Brandon Williams, following their 3-1 victory over Brighton on Sunday. Andreas Pereira, Marcus Rashford and a Davy Propper own goal, ensured the Red Devils picked up three points at Old Trafford. The win lifted United up to seventh and speaking
EPL: Solskjaer singles out two Man Utd players after 3-1 win over Brighton
EPL: Wenger reveals what will happen to Guardiola after 3-1 defeat to Liverpool
Former Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger, has said Manchester City and Pep Guardiola will be “devastated”, following their defeat to Premier League title rivals Liverpool. The Premier League champions were beaten 3-1 at Anfield on Sunday afternoon to slip nine points behind the Reds. Fabinho, Mohammed Salah and Sadio Mane all scored for the hosts, before
EPL: Wenger reveals what will happen to Guardiola after 3-1 defeat to Liverpool
EPL: Mourinho reveals why Liverpool may not win title after 3-1 win over Man City
Former Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, has said Liverpool are as good as Premier League champions, except they suffer injury issues in the course of the season. The Reds opened an eight-point lead at the top of the table, with a 3-1 win over Manchester City on Sunday. Fabinho, Mohammed Salah and Sadio Mane all
EPL: Mourinho reveals why Liverpool may not win title after 3-1 win over Man City
Osimhen speaks on leaving Lille amid link to Barcelona
Lille striker, Victor Osimhen, has said that the Ligue 1 club, will decide whether or not he leaves in January, amid speculation linking him with Barcelona. Osimhen is believed to be one of the strikers Barca are considering as replacement for Luis Suarez. The Super Eagles star who joined from Sporting Charleroi in August 2019,
Osimhen speaks on leaving Lille amid link to Barcelona
Serie A: Sarri reveals why he keeps substituting Cristiano Ronaldo
Juventus manager, Maurizio Sarri, has claimed that he regularly substitutes Cristiano Ronaldo, because of ongoing fitness issues. Ronaldo was replaced by Paulo Dybala in the 55th minute during Juve’s Serie A clash with AC Milan and immediately made his way up the tunnel. Reports in Italy also suggested the 34-year-old left the stadium three minutes […]
Serie A: Sarri reveals why he keeps substituting Cristiano Ronaldo
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