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UFC: Kamaru Usman outclasses Masvidal to retain welterweight title
Kamaru Usman put on a ‘Fight Island’ masterclass Sunday to retain his Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight world title by grinding down a brave Jorge Masvidal in Abu Dhabi. “I’m at the top of the mountain and everyone’s looking at me,” declared the 33-year-old Usman after scoring a unanimous points decision 50-45, 50-45 and 49-46 onRead More
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VIDEOS: Nigeria’s Kamaru Usman retains UFC Welterweight title
Tony Ubani Nigerian Kamaru Usman retains his UFC Welterweight title in Dubai early this morning (Sunday) after defeating Jorge Masvidal 50-45, 50-45, 49-46 in a keenly contested fight. Usman won the first two rounds but Masvidal took the third. In the end, all judges unanimously gave the fight to Usman, who has remained undefeated inRead More
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Called to minister to God (1)
By Femi Aribisala Does anything upset God? Yes indeed! God is upset many times in the scriptures, according to the prophets. He is upset a lot because we upset Him. Jesus was so upset about Jerusalem that He wept over the city. He was so upset that He wept at the grave of Lazarus. WhatRead More
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Chelsea’s Gilmour facing lengthy spell out after knee surgery
Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour will be out for up to four months after undergoing knee surgery, head coach Frank Lampard has confirmed. The 19-year-old was hurt after a collision with Luka Milivojevic during the Blues’ 3-2 Premier League win over Crystal Palace on Tuesday. “Billy Gilmour’s had an operation on his knee this morning, unfortunately,Read More
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Man City talisman ruled out of Real Madrid European clash
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero will not recover from his knee injury in time to face Real Madrid in the Champions League, Pep Guardiola has confirmed. Aguero sustained meniscus damage during last month’s 5-0 Premier League win over Burnley and was operated on by Guardiola’s preferred surgeon, Dr Ramon Cugat. A four-to-six-week recovery period appearedRead More
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Arteta claims north London derby different without fans
The north London derby cannot be the same game without fans, according to Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta. Arsenal travel to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, aiming to extend a four-match unbeaten run in the Premier League. Arteta is a veteran of nine north London derbies from his playing days at Emirates Stadium and remembersRead More
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Zidane unsure if James will play for Real Madrid again
Zinedine Zidane is unsure if James Rodriguez will play for Real Madrid ever again. James, 28, has been linked with a move away from Madrid and was left out of the squad for Friday’s 2-0 LaLiga win over Deportivo Alaves. It marked the second straight game in which the Colombia international has not been inRead More
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Lampard slams Chelsea performance in 3-0 loss to Sheffield Utd
Frank Lampard is not concerned with Chelsea potentially being fifth in the Premier League by the time they next play but warned his side they cannot repeat the approach taken in Saturday’s 3-0 loss to Sheffield United. The Blues’ Champions League ambitions were dented as a brace from David McGoldrick – one goal either sideRead More
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Sterling hits hatrick as Man City trash Brighton 5-0
Raheem Sterling scored a hat-trick as Manchester City ran riot in a 5-0 away victory over Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League. England international Sterling made it six goals in five games, moving on to 27 strikes in all competitions – his best scoring tally in a single season. His opener and a goal fromRead More
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Blades cut Chelsea to size in 3-0 drubbing
Chelsea suffered a setback in their bid to qualify for the Champions League as Sheffield United rekindled their own European ambitions with an impressive 3-0 win on Saturday. Frank Lampard’s side were punished for some dismal defending at Bramall Lane as David McGoldrick struck twice, either side of Oli McBurnie’s goal. The Blues remain thirdRead More
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Tottenham vs Arsenal: Owen, Nicholas predict winner of Premier League clash
Former Liverpool striker, Michael Owen and former Arsenal forward, Charlie Nicholas have predicted the winner of today’s Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and the Gunners. Tottenham head to the match after playing a goalless draw with Bournemouth in the previous game, while Arsenal played a 1-1 draw with Leicester City. Writing in his column …
Tottenham vs Arsenal: Owen, Nicholas predict winner of Premier League clash
Tottenham vs Arsenal: What will happen before I leave Spurs – Mourinho
Tottenham Hotspur manager, Jose Mourinho, says he is confident of winning trophies at the club before his three-year deal expires. Mourinho arrived in November after Mauricio Pochettino was sacked, but Spurs have already been knocked out of the Champions League and FA Cup during his time. Spurs find themselves in ninth position in the Premier …
Tottenham vs Arsenal: What will happen before I leave Spurs – Mourinho
EPL: Lampard speaks on Chelsea missing out from top four after defeat at Sheffield
Chelsea boss, Frank Lampard, has admitted that his side could miss out from the Premier League top four this season following their 3-0 defeat to Sheffield United on Saturday night. Sheffield defeated Lampard’s men at Bramall Lane, thanks to David McGoldrick’s brace and a strike from Oli McBurnie. The defeat means Chelsea is in the …
EPL: Lampard speaks on Chelsea missing out from top four after defeat at Sheffield
EPL: Lampard reveals why Sheffield United hammered Chelsea 3-0
Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard, was left fuming after his side lost 3-0 against Sheffield United on Saturday night. Lampard blamed the defeat on lack of chances created and problems made by his players. Two goals from David McGoldrick and a strike from Oli McBurnie ensured Sheffield defeated Chelsea at Bramall Lane. “They play in a …
EPL: Lampard reveals why Sheffield United hammered Chelsea 3-0
EPL: Norwich City relegated for record fifth time after West Ham thrashing
Norwich City has been relegated from the Premier League for a record fifth time. The Canaries needed to avoid defeat to West Ham on Saturday, to keep their fight going for at least another week. However, Michail Antonio scored four times, to send them back to the Championship one year after they won a promotion. …
EPL: Norwich City relegated for record fifth time after West Ham thrashing
La Liga: Varane debunks allegation of Real Madrid controlling VAR
Real Madrid defender, Raphael Varane, has insisted that Zinedine Zidane’s side does not control the Video Assistant Referee (VAR). Varane said this after Real Madrid defeated Alaves 2-0 in the La Liga on Friday night. Karim Benzema and Marco Asensio scored for Real Madrid, as Los Blancos went four points clear of Barcelona at the …
La Liga: Varane debunks allegation of Real Madrid controlling VAR
Former England defender, Jack Charlton is dead
Former England defender, Jack Charlton is dead. Charlton, who won the 1966 World Cup with England, died on Friday night at the age of 85 following a long-term illness. Leeds United confirmed his death in a statement via its official website on Saturday. The statement reads: “Leeds United are deeply saddened to learn club legend …
Former England defender, Jack Charlton is dead
EPL: Mark Lawrenson predicts scorelines of Sheffield United vs Chelsea, Liverpool vs Burnley
A former Liverpool player, Mark Lawrenson, has predicted the scorelines of some of today’s Premier League fixtures. Liverpool will host Burnley at Anfield after defeating Brighton 3-1 in their last encounter. Chelsea will face Sheffield United in an away Premier League clash following a 3-2 victory against Crystal Palace in their previous fixture. Providing his …
EPL: Mark Lawrenson predicts scorelines of Sheffield United vs Chelsea, Liverpool vs Burnley
EPL: Peter Crouch names clubs to challenge Liverpool for title next season
Former Liverpool striker, Peter Crouch, has named Manchester City, Chelsea and Manchester United as the three clubs that will challenge Jurgen Klopp’s men for the Premier League title next season. Liverpool was crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 30 years last in June after Manchester City’s 2-1 loss against Chelsea at Stamford …
EPL: Peter Crouch names clubs to challenge Liverpool for title next season
EPL: Gay Premier League player admits he is afraid to come out
A gay Premier League footballer has admitted he is afraid to come out. In an open letter published by the UK Sun, the player who is not yet ready to reveal his identity, said only some members of his family and a “select group” of friends know about his sexuality. He confirmed that none of …
EPL: Gay Premier League player admits he is afraid to come out
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