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Nigeria will not win the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations even if they clinch qualification later this month, says former DR Congo captain Gabriel Zakuani. The three-time African champions are currently top of Group L where all the teams, which include Benin, Sierra Leone and Lesotho, can still qualify for January’s finals in Cameroon. TheRead More
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Motsepe to become CAF president , as CAS upholds Ahmad’s ban
…..Reduces five-year ban to two years Patrice Motsepe will become the president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) later this week after Ahmad’s five-year ban was reduced to two years by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) yesterday. The path for billionaire Motsepe to become the first South African to run CAF hasRead More
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Pinnick lands in Morocco, thanks Sports minister for solid backing
President of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Amaju Melvin Pinnick has arrived in Morocco ahead of the CAF and FIFA Council election billed for this week in Rabat after rounding off what he called ‘a very successful campaign’. Pinnick who spoke to newstap.com.ng after arriving in the Moroccan capital was full of praise for Sports ministerRead More
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OYO: Makinde calls for calm over security tension in Kajola
…says govt on top of the situation By Adeola Badru Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Monday, called on the people of Kajola, in Ibarapa North Local Government Area of the state, to exercise calm and restraint, following the invasion of the community by some members of Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC), with the aim ofRead More
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NPFL: Rivers Utd maintain perfect home record with 2-0 win over Jigawa GS
Rivers United put up a good performance to beat Jigawa Golden Stars 2-0 to maintain their 100 per cent win record at home in one of the MatchDay 14 of the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt on Sunday. Desperate to get back to winning ways after three matchdaysRead More
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NPFL: Ofor strike seals victory for Nasarawa United against Lobi Stars
A fascinating North-central derby at the Lafia City Stadium saw Nasarawa United pipping their arch-rival, Lobi Stars 1 – 0 in one of the Nigeria Professional Football League(NPFL) Matchday 14 fixtures. Ikenna Ofor was the hero as his 49th-minute strike was enough to hand the Solid Miners another vital three points at home. Lobi StarsRead More
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Nigeria retain African under-19 boys volleyball title
Nigeria’s under-19 boys on Monday retained their title by defeating their Moroccan counterparts 3-0 on the final day of the 2020 African Nations Volleyball Championship in Abuja. In the match played at the indoor sports hall of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Nigeria won 25-8, 25-21, 25-23. Nigeria and Cameroon have now qualified for theRead More
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NPFL: Kwara Utd share spoils with Wikki to stay top
A late strike by Jibola Adeleke helped Kwara United to a 1-1 draw with Wikki Tourists and the Ilorin side have now maintained their position at the top of the table after MafchDay 14. Chinedu Udegha had earlier given the home team the lead in the first half when he scored from the spot. BothRead More
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NPFL: Plateau United in 2nd-half rush to defeat MFM 3-1
Plateau United are back to winning ways after a 3-1 victory over MFM at the new Jos stadium with Mohammed Zulkifilu scoring a brace in the encounter. MFM defence strategy seemed to have been effective on the day especially in the first half as the Olukoya Boys were able to curtail a Plateau side thatRead More
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NPFL: Adamawa Utd edges Dakkada 2-0 to continue impressive form
Adamawa United impressive run of form continues with a convincing victory against a stubborn Uyo-based Dakkada FC courtesy of goals from Idris Abubakar and substitute Surajo Hassan in either half of the encounter. Both teams came into the MatchDay 14 fixture of the 2020/2021 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) with an impressive run of formRead More
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EPL: It’s my bad decisions – Thomas Tuchel names 3 players he is treating unfairly at Chelsea
Chelsea boss, Thomas Tuchel, has admitted that he is treating some of his stars, including Tammy Abraham, Christian Pulisic and Emerson unfairly. He said those players suffer from bad decision from him, adding that they deserve places in his XI. Tuchel led Chelsea to their eleven games unbeaten on Monday night, with a 2-0 win
EPL: It’s my bad decisions – Thomas Tuchel names 3 players he is treating unfairly at Chelsea
Liverpool: Mark Lawrenson issues strong warning to Rangers manager, Steven Gerrard
Former Liverpool player, Mark Lawrenson, has warned Rangers manager, Steven Gerrard, to be ‘be very, very careful’ on his next move amid reports linking him with a return to Liverpool to replace head coach, Jurgen Klopp. Klopp is under intense pressure at Liverpool following the club’s 1-0 defeat against Fulham at Anfield on Sunday. The
Liverpool: Mark Lawrenson issues strong warning to Rangers manager, Steven Gerrard
LaLiga president claims they are ready for Messi leaving Barcelona
The president of LaLiga, Javier Tebas, has assured that he has “prepared well” for the possibility of Lionel Messi leaving Barcelona. The Covid-19 pandemic has already damaged the league’s bottom line, with the Blaugranes alone responsible for €1.2 billion (£1.1b/$1.5b) in debt, and the exit of a main attraction like Messi would appear a worrisome
LaLiga president claims they are ready for Messi leaving Barcelona
Man Utd suffer major injury blow ahead of AC Milan, West Ham matches
Manchester United forward, Marcus Rashford, has not suffered ankle ligament damage, but is still expected to face a spell on the sidelines, the UK Telegraph reports. Rashford hobbled off the pitch in the 73rd minute of their 2-0 victory at Manchester City on Sunday. The 23-year-old ran back to challenge City winger Riyad Mahrez for
Man Utd suffer major injury blow ahead of AC Milan, West Ham matches
Champions League clubs to be banned from signing players from each other
European football clubs are looking at new rules that would ban Champions League sides from selling players to each other. The Idea was raised by Andrea Agnelli, the chairman of the European Clubs Association, following the organisation’s 25th General Assembly. Agnelli, who is also the chairman of Juventus, said that this creates a more competitive
Champions League clubs to be banned from signing players from each other
EPL: Liverpool owners take decision on sacking Klopp
Liverpool owners, Fenway Sports Group, have chosen to back manager Jurgen Klopp, despite their dreadful dip in form. Klopp’s future at Anfield has become a topic of debate in recent weeks, as the Premier League champions have slithered out of the title race. Their 1-0 defeat to Fulham last week, means they have set a
EPL: Liverpool owners take decision on sacking Klopp
EPL: Thierry Henry calls Manchester City manager, Guardiola ‘freak’
Arsenal legend, Thierry Henry, has labelled Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, as a ‘freak’ tactically. According to Henry, the Spaniard is a master of tactics because he sees a lot during matches. The Frenchman said this ahead of Man City’s Premier League clash with Southampton on Wednesday. Henry played under Guardiola during their time together
EPL: Thierry Henry calls Manchester City manager, Guardiola ‘freak’
EPL: Iwobi blamed for Chelsea’s first goal in Everton 2-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge
Alex Iwobi has been blamed for Chelsea’s first goal against Everton in the Premier League on Monday night. Former Arsenal player, Lee Dixon believes that the Nigerian international was partly to blame for the goal which helped the Blues take control of the match and went ahead to win 2-0 at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea are
EPL: Iwobi blamed for Chelsea’s first goal in Everton 2-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea vs Everton: Tuchel reacts to EPL win, speaks on Havertz’s performance
Chelsea boss, Thomas Tuchel, has reacted to his side’s Premier League 2-0 win over Everton on Monday night. Tuchel also said that he was ‘very pleased’ with Kai Havertz’s performance against Everton. An own goal from Ben Godfrey and a second-half penalty from Jorginho gave Chelsea all three points against Everton at Stamford Bridge. “We
Chelsea vs Everton: Tuchel reacts to EPL win, speaks on Havertz’s performance
EPL: Chelsea shortlist three centre-backs to sign for Tuchel Full list
Chelsea have shortlisted a three-man centre-backs to sign for their manager, Thomas Tuchel, this summer, according to The Athletic. Tuchel is keen to bolster his backline despite an excellent defensive record since he replaced Frank Lampard last January. Bayern Munich’s Niklas Sule is one of the names Chelsea is looking at. Another option being looked
EPL: Chelsea shortlist three centre-backs to sign for Tuchel Full list
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