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Ugbade reveals how he almost lost out of U16 World Cup glory
By Onochie Anibeze, Jacob Ajom Former U16 World cup winning captain Nduka Ugbade has revealed how he narrowly lost out on being screened for the youth tournament held in China in 1985. In an exclusive interview with Vanguard Sports, Ugbade revealed how the intervention of late Secretary-General of the Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria, TonyRead More
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Ugbade recalls rapturous reception after U17 world cup glory
Former U16 World Cup-winning captain and U17 assistant coach Nduka Ugbade has described the reception the tournament winners received back home in Nigeria. Asked during an interview with Vanguard Sports about the reception at the Murtala Mohammed Internation Airport for the victorious Nigerians, he responded saying: ALSO READ: Naomi Osaka withdraws from Western & Southern OpenRead More
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Messi contract is valid, La Liga says
The Spanish La Liga on Sunday released a statement saying Lionel Messi’s FC Barcelona contract was still valid. The announcement has come days after the Argentine’s shock announcement that he wants to leave the club and hours after he failed to attend a pre-season medical on Sunday. The ruling body said the only way forRead More
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Oyarzabal withdraws from Spain squad after COVID-19 diagnosis
Real Sociedad winger Mikel Oyarzabal has withdrawn from the Spain squad after testing positive for coronavirus. The 23-year-old confirmed on Sunday that he will be required to isolate at home and will miss La Roja’s upcoming Nations League matches. Spain face Germany in Stuttgart on September 3 before hosting Ukraine three days later. “I wantRead More
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Mancini commits to Azzuri, rules out return to club management
Italy boss Roberto Mancini insists he is not interested in returning to club football before his work with the Azzurri is complete. Reports in Italy had claimed a number of Premier League clubs had contacted former Manchester City boss Mancini. Mancini has also coached teams including Lazio, Inter, Galatasaray and Zenit, and he took on theRead More
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Lyon beat Wolfsburg to claim fifth straight Women’s Champions League title
Japan star Saki Kumagai’s strike proved crucial as Lyon continued their reign as Europe’s dominant women’s club side on Sunday, beating Wolfsburg 3-1 in the Champions League final to win the trophy for the fifth year running. Kumagai scored after Eugenie Le Sommer had handed the French outfit the lead in San Sebastian, giving LyonRead More
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Messi fails to attend coronavirus test – Barcelona sources
Lionel Messi missed a coronavirus test at Barcelona’s training ground on Sunday morning, club sources have confirmed to AFP, raising the possibility he will now boycott pre-season to force a transfer. But La Liga have given a boost to Barca’s hopes of keeping Messi by announcing that the release clause in his contract, set atRead More
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Ibrahimovic returns to Milan with contract extension close
Zlatan Ibrahimovic, back in Italy to sign a contract extension with AC Milan, said he intends to “help the club get back to where it deserves to be”, in a video posted on Sunday. The video, posted on the AC Milan website and entitled “Iz Back”, started with a small plane landing at the city’sRead More
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No need for Liverpool panic after Wembley loss, says Van Dijk
Virgil van Dijk says Liverpool “shouldn’t panic” after their Community Shield loss, especially after they bounced back from defeat in last year’s season curtain-raiser to romp to the Premier League title. Arsenal emerged victorious at an empty Wembley on Saturday, winning 5-4 on penalties after Jurgen Klopp’s men had come from behind to draw 1-1Read More
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Tennis great hails Naomi Osaka for role in fight for racial equality
At the end of a week when Naomi Osaka brought the fight for racial justice to sport’s front door, it seemed fitting that another great tennis pioneer Billie Jean King should hail her quiet successor for her “compassion, strength and leadership.” King was far from alone in being deeply impressed by the actions of theRead More
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Ortom’s CPS applauds Benue youth football talents
Chief Press Secretary to the Benue State Governor, Mr. Terver Akase says his principal will continue to support talent hunt initiatives that seek to give Benue youths opportunities to realize their dreams. Mr Akase stated this today at Railway Quarters Makurdi during the final game of a football tournament organised by Dunamis International Gospel Centre, …
Ortom’s CPS applauds Benue youth football talents
Kepa Arrizabalaga makes u-turn on Chelsea future
Chelsea goalkeeper, Kepa Arrizabalaga, has made a u-turn and now wants to fight for his future at the club, the UK Sun reports. The Spaniard who cost the Blues £71.6million appeared to be heading for the exit this summer, after he was dropped for the FA Cup final and a Champions League quarter-final clash at …
Kepa Arrizabalaga makes u-turn on Chelsea future
Kai Havertz edges closer to Chelsea move after missing Leverkusen’s tests
Kai Havertz is edging closer to Chelsea, after he missed Bayer Leverkusen’s pre-season return, BILD reports. The 23-year-old completed mandatory COVID-19 tests on Friday and Saturday. But Havertz was not involved in the pre-season fitness tests on Sunday. Leverkusen begin their preparations ahead of the new season with an open training session on Monday. Although …
Kai Havertz edges closer to Chelsea move after missing Leverkusen’s tests
Luis Suarez gives condition to leave Barcelona
Luis Suarez has told Barcelona they would have to pay £12million (€14million) in order to cancel his contract, Goal reports. The Uruguay striker has been informed by new manager, Ronald Koeman, that he is not in his plans. However, Suarez is not ready to just walk away and wants a significant pay-off. The 33-year-old is …
Luis Suarez gives condition to leave Barcelona
Details of Man City’s contract for Messi revealed
Manchester City will offer Lionel Messi a £450m five-year deal to quit Barcelona, according to the UK Mirror. Messi failed to show up for preseason tests on Sunday, after notifying the club via fax earlier in the week of his desire to leave. His decision led to many top European clubs scrambling to put together …
Details of Man City’s contract for Messi revealed
Arsenal to announce four deals this week
Arsenal is looking to secure the future of three players this week before the new season starts. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has agreed to a new three-year £250,000-a-week deal in principle. The Gunners are hoping to announce it in the coming days, in what would be a big boost for Mikel Arteta. The club will also turn …
Arsenal to announce four deals this week
Transfer: What Van de Beek told Ajax teammates about leaving club for Man Utd
Ajax midfielder, Donny van de Beek, has opened up to his teammates that he wants to leave the club for Manchester United this summer. Van de Beek has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League giants in recent weeks. The 23-year-old missed Ajax’s 2-1 friendly win against Frankfurt on Saturday and also …
Transfer: What Van de Beek told Ajax teammates about leaving club for Man Utd
La Liga releases statement on Messi’s contract at Barcelona amid Man City link
The Spanish La Liga on Sunday released a statement saying captain, Lionel Messi’s Barcelona contract was still valid amid interest linking the 33-year-old to Manchester City. The announcement comes days after the Argentine’s shock announcement that he wants to leave the Blaugrana and hours after he failed to attend a pre-season medical on Sunday. Spain’s …
La Liga releases statement on Messi’s contract at Barcelona amid Man City link
EPL: Lampard lists three things he expects from Thiago Silva at Chelsea
Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard has revealed three things he expects from the club’s new signing, Thiago Silva, at Stamford Bridge. DAILY POST recalls that Silva officially joined Chelsea from Paris Saint-Germain on Friday. The Brazilian defender joined Lampard’s side on a one-year contract. But Lampard is now saying that he expects the 35-year-old to bring …
EPL: Lampard lists three things he expects from Thiago Silva at Chelsea
Lampard speaks on Werner, Ziyech’s performances after Chelsea failed to beat Brighton
Chelsea manager, Frank Lampard, has commented on the performances of his two new signings, Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech following his side’s friendly 1-1 draw with Brighton on Saturday. Lampard said Werner was sharp and bright during the encounter against Brighton, while Ziyech’s contributions and passing were great. Recall that Lampard’s side failed to beat …
Lampard speaks on Werner, Ziyech’s performances after Chelsea failed to beat Brighton
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