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PHOTOS: Super Eagles train ahead of Sierra Leone AFCON clash
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have begun training ahead of their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier clash against Sierra Leone in Benin, Edo State. Players who have arrived in camp include: Ahmed Musa, William Troost-Ekong, Alex Iwobi, Ola Aina Joe Aribo, Leon Balogun Kevin Akpoguma Sebastin Osigwe Zaidu Sanusi, Tyronne Ebuehi, Etebo Oghenekaro, MadukaRead More
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Coaches praise Gov Wike preseason tournament
Coaches of some of the clubs participating at the ongoing Governor Wike Pre-Season Tournament in Port Harcourt have heaped praises on the organisers of the championships, as they described it as a good way to prepare their teams for the coming league campaign. MFM of Lagos coach, Tony Bolus, said the tournament afforded him theRead More
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Maradona’s condition improves in hospital after brain surgery
Argentina and Napoli great Diego Maradona is continuing to make an “incredible recovery” from brain surgery, according to his personal doctor Leopoldo Luque. The 60-year-old underwent a “routine” operation for a subdural haematoma last Tuesday, a day after being admitted to hospital due to concerns over anaemia and dehydration. ALSO READ: Amputee footballers to FG: PayRead More
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Sierra Leone’s Kamara comes out of retirement for Eagles clash
Sierra Leone striker Kei Kamara has come out of international retirement to re-join his country’s national team ahead of their upcoming 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Leone Stars will play Nigeria in Benin City on Friday and host the Super Eagles four days later in Freetown. It comes a year after the formerRead More
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Amputee footballers to FG: Pay our allowances
Sarafadeen Olalekan, the Captain, Amputee Football Team, ‘’Special Eagles’’, has appealed to the Minister for Youths and Sports, Sunday Dare, to ensure the payment of the team’s allowances.
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AFCON: Rohr replaces Onyeka with Abdullahi
Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has called up Shehu Abdullahi as replacement for injured midfielder Frank Onyeka ahead of the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures against Sierra Leone. Onyeka was injured while playing for his club Midtjylland in their 4-0 win over FC Copenhagen in a Danish Superliga game last Sunday. Onyeka madeRead More
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Pinnick declares candidacy for FIFA Council, backs Motsepe for CAF
Nigeria Football Federation president Amaju Pinnick has announced his intention to vie for a seat on the FIFA Council, finally ending speculation as to his next move. There had been speculation the Nigeria FA boss will throw his hat in the ring for next year’s Confederation of African Football (CAF) presidency but that has nowRead More
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Polo action at the 2020 National Carnival polo tournament in Abuja
By Victor Okoye Twenty-eight teams were on the ground for the opening ceremony of the 2020 National Carnival Polo Tournament as the event got off to a flying start on Monday in Abuja. The tourney which is holding at the Guards Polo Club is expected to climax with the grand finale on Sunday. The 28Read More
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Benin agog as Super Eagles arrives ahead of Friday AFCON qualifier
Benin City, the Edo State capital, was on a standstill on Monday night as Super Eagles players arrived in the ancient city, ahead of their 2021 AFCON qualifier match against the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone. The crew led by Super Eagles Chief Coach, Gernot Rohr, also inspected the newly reconstructed Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, venueRead More
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Teenager Fati out for four months, say Barcelona
Barcelona expect Ansu Fati to be out for four months after the club confirmed the 18-year-old underwent surgery on his knee injury on Monday. Fati had the operation after tearing the internal meniscus of his left knee during Barca’s 5-2 win over Real Betis on Saturday. He will miss the majority of the rest ofRead More
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EPL: Mourinho tipped to win title with Tottenham this season
Former Arsenal star, Paul Merson, has tipped Tottenham Hotspur to win the Premier League this season. Spurs briefly went top of the table on Sunday for the first time in six years following a 1-0 win at West Brom. The North London side go into this international break second on the log, ahead of Liverpool …
EPL: Mourinho tipped to win title with Tottenham this season
FA Cup second round fixtures confirmed Full list
The draw for the FA Cup second round was conducted on Monday night. Canvey Island’s third round dream is still within touching distance after they paired them with fellow Non-League side Boreham Wood. Marine, who stunned League One side Colchester United with a penalty shootout win in their first-round upset, will also be in an …
FA Cup second round fixtures confirmed Full list
SuperBike star, Matheus Barbosa dies in fatal crash at Interlagos
TSuper Bike star, Matheus Barbosa, has lost his life in a fatal crash at Interlagos, Sao Paulo. The 23-year-old lost control of his Kawasaki bike and collided with metal barriers at the famous Interlagos circuit on the outskirts of Sao Paulo during a SuperBike Brazil event on Sunday. He was in the fourth position in …
SuperBike star, Matheus Barbosa dies in fatal crash at Interlagos
AFCON qualifier: CAF bars journalists, spectators from Nigeria vs Sierra Leone match
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has banned journalists and spectators from attending the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between Nigeria and Sierra Leone. The Nigeria Football Federation’s Director of Competitions, Bola Oyeyode, made this known in statement released by the spokesperson, Ademola Olajire, on Monday. “We would like to inform the general …
AFCON qualifier: CAF bars journalists, spectators from Nigeria vs Sierra Leone match
EPL: Arsenal suffers major injury blow after 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa
Thomas Partey will not report for international duty this week, after suffering a thigh injury during Arsenal’s 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa on Sunday. Partey who was called up for Ghana’s upcoming fixtures, will instead remain in London. The midfielder who signed for £45million last month failed to show up for the second half of …
EPL: Arsenal suffers major injury blow after 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa
EPL: Mourinho names six teams that can win title this season
Tottenham manager, Jose Mourinho, has revealed the six teams that can win the Premier League this season. Spurs briefly went top of the table on Sunday after their 1-0 victory over West Brom, before they were replaced by Leicester City, who beat Wolves 1-0. Mourinho’s men have lost just once this term, with many considering …
EPL: Mourinho names six teams that can win title this season
EPL: Arteta blasts Arsenal players after 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa, reveals who to blame
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, hit out at his players following a 3-0 loss to Aston Villa on Sunday. The Gunners were favourites to win their home fixture, after beating Manchester United 1-0 last weekend. However, they went behind to Bukayo Saka’s own goal, before Ollie Watkins netted a second-half brace at the Emirates. It was …
EPL: Arteta blasts Arsenal players after 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa, reveals who to blame
LaLiga: Zidane reacts as Valencia thrash Real Madrid 4-1
Real Madrid manager, Zinedine Zidane, has said his team has “no excuses” for losing 4-1 to Valencia on Sunday. Carlos Soler converted a hat-trick of penalties, as the reigning LaLiga champions suffered another setback. Madrid took the lead through Karim Benzema, but presented their hosts with four gifts, including three spot-kicks and an own-goal scored …
LaLiga: Zidane reacts as Valencia thrash Real Madrid 4-1
EPL: Arteta reveals what he will do to Lacazette after Arsenal’s 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has leapt to the defence of Alexandre Lacazette after the striker came in for criticism following their 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa. Lacazette missed a sitter at 1-0, before Ollie Watkins bagged his brace to settle the contest. Although the Gunners were poor on the day, the Frenchman was the target …
EPL: Arteta reveals what he will do to Lacazette after Arsenal’s 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa
Samuel Eto’o involved in car crash
Former Cameroon striker, Samuel Eto’o, is now in stable condition after he was involved in a car crash around Nkongsamba-Douala road in his country. Eto’o was said to be returning from a wedding ceremony, when his car was hit by a bus on Sunday morning. Although the car was badly damaged in the front, the …
Samuel Eto’o involved in car crash
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