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Boxing great Marvin Hagler dies at 66
Boxing legend Marvin Hagler, the undisputed middleweight champion from 1980 to 1987, died on Saturday at age 66, his wife said. In a posting on the famed fighter’s Facebook page, Kay G. Hagler said her husband passed away at the family home. “I am sorry to make a very sad announcement. Today unfortunately my belovedRead More
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E2%80%95-nff/ Pinnick not CAF 5th Vice President ? NFF
The Nigeria Football Federation has described as untrue, a report in sections of the media that the President of NFF, Mr Amaju Melvin Pinnick was selected as 5th Vice President of the Confederation of African Football at Friday’s 43rd Ordinary and Elective Assembly in Rabat, Morocco. NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi said the reportRead More
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Precious Monye: It’s a shame NFF denied Finidi U17 job
….Current Super Eagles inconsistent ….Says Ex-footballers deserve a better deal from Nigeria …..It’s challenging training young ones, but fun By Jacob Ajom Precious Monye is among that generation of Nigerian footballers that dazzled the world at the Scotland ’89 FIFA U17 World Cup. They were so good that they made Pele of Brazil utter hisRead More
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Pinnick lands in FIFA, as Motsepe heads african football
President of the Nigeria Football Federation Amaju Pinnick, yesterday strolled to a landslide victory over his Malawian opponent Walter Nyamilandu to win the Anglophone slot on FIFA Council seat. He won by 43 votes to 8. Pinnick thus becomes the third Nigeria to occupy that seat after the late Oyo Orok Oyo and Dr AmosRead More
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Chelsea, Everton stumble in Champions League chase as Zaha takes a stand
Chelsea gave the chasing pack in the race for a place in next season’s Champions League hope with a 0-0 draw at Leeds on Saturday, but Everton failed to take advantage as Burnley won 2-1 at Goodison Park. Fourth-placed Chelsea remain unbeaten in 12 games since Thomas Tuchel replaced the sacked Frank Lampard and theyRead More
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Kano Pillars FC congratulates Pinnick on FIFA Council election
Alhaji Surajo Shuaibu, the chairman of Kano Pillars Football Club, has congratulated the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Mr Amaju Pinnick, on his election into the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) Executive Council. Pinnick defeated Malawian FA President, Walter Nyamilandu, by 43 votes to eight during the CAF General Assembly held inRead More
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Rivers Angels congratulate Pinnick on FIFA Council election victory
The management, staff and players of Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership side, Rivers Angels have congratulated the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Amaju Pinnick, on his election into the FIFA Council. This is contained in a statement issued on Saturday in Port Harcourt by Matilda Otuene, General Manager of Rivers Angels FC. Otuene statedRead More
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National Principals Cup: Ijaye Housing Estate Senior Secondary School emerges Lagos champions
Ijaye Housing Estate Senior Secondary Schools, Agege emerged Lagos State winners of the National Principals Cup competition after defeating Government College, Eric Moore 4-1 on penalties. The match which ended 2-2 at the regulation time produced a lot of fireworks to the delight of the scanty spectators at the Agege Stadium yesterday morning. Ijaye boysRead More
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Pinnick, not CAF 5th Vice President — NFF
The Nigeria Football Federation has described as untrue, a report in sections of the media that the President of NFF, Mr Amaju Melvin Pinnick was selected as 5th Vice President of the Confederation of African Football at Friday’s 43rd Ordinary and Elective Assembly in Rabat, Morocco.
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Eagles coaches wanted part of my earnings before I could be invited — Udoji
Enosis Neon Paralimni of Cyprus striker, Chigozie Udoji said Super Eagles coaches asked him to buy his way into the national team. Udoji, 34, made this known while speaking on Brila FM’s program, ‘No-Holds-Barred’ anchored by former Super Eagles defender Ifeanyi Udeze. “They wanted me to sign a contract. I was asked to sign aRead More
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Man United vs West Ham: Mark Lawrenson predicts scoreline of EPL game
Former Liverpool star, Mark Lawrenson, has predicted that Manchester United would beat West Ham United 2-1 in tonight’s Premier League tie at Old Trafford. Man United are currently in the second position on the Premier League table with 54 points from 28 games, while West Ham are in the fifth position with 48 points from
Man United vs West Ham: Mark Lawrenson predicts scoreline of EPL game
Former boxing legend, Marvin Hagler is dead
Former middleweight world champion, ‘Marvelous’ Marvin Hagler has died at the age of 66. His wife, Kay Hagler who announced his passing on Facebook said he died unexpectedly at their home in New Hampshire. “Today, unfortunately I lost my beloved husband, Marvelous Marvin. “He passed away unexpectedly at our home here in New Hampshire. “This
Former boxing legend, Marvin Hagler is dead
Arsenal vs Tottenham: Arteta provides team update ahead of clash
Arsenal have published their team news ahead of their Premier League derby with Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday evening at Emirates Stadium. The Gunners confirmed that there are no new injury issues in manager, Mikel Arteta’s squad ahead of the Tottenham clash, adding that all first-team players are available. Arteta’s side head to the game after
Arsenal vs Tottenham: Arteta provides team update ahead of clash
EPL: Solskjaer to sign new £9million deal
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, will sign a new £9million/year contract at the club, the UK Mirror reports. The Norwegian’s current three-year deal enters its final year later this month. Even before United’s 2-0 win over Manchester City last weekend, United’s executive vice-chairman, Ed Woodward publicly praised the steps made under Solskjaer to shareholders.
EPL: Solskjaer to sign new £9million deal
Arsenal vs Tottenham: Arteta not interested in supremacy battle
Ahead of Sunday’s North London Derby, Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has insisted he is not interested in the battle for supremacy in London. According to him, such will come automatically if the Gunners become Premier League champions. Arsenal face Tottenham, with only Fulham and Crystal Palace from the London contingent below them in the table.
Arsenal vs Tottenham: Arteta not interested in supremacy battle
EPL table: Man City go 17 points clear after win at Fulham
Manchester City beat Fulham 3-0 on Saturday night, to go 17 points clear at the top of the Premier League table. The match marked Aguero’s return to Pep Guardiola’s starting line-up for just the fifth time across all competitions this season. The hosts kept City quiet in the first half and went to the break
EPL table: Man City go 17 points clear after win at Fulham
EPL: Rio Ferdinand recommends £90m Haaland for Chelsea
Former Manchester United star, Rio Ferdinand has identified Borussia Dortmund striker, Erling Haaland as the player Chelsea needs to sign in order to become Premier League and Champions League contenders. Thomas Tuchel’s side stumbled in the top-four race on Saturday as they played out a 0-0 draw with Leeds United. Kai Havertz spearheaded Chelsea’s attack
EPL: Rio Ferdinand recommends £90m Haaland for Chelsea
EPL: Solskjaer adds Ronaldo to list of players he would like to sign for Man United
Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has added Cristiano Ronaldo to the list of players he would like to sign for the club. Roy Keane is another Manchester United legend Solskjaer said he would like to have in 2020-21. Solskjaer made the selection when quizzed on dream signings during Q&A by the club’s official website.
EPL: Solskjaer adds Ronaldo to list of players he would like to sign for Man United
EPL: Sheffield United manager, Chris Wilder reacts after being sacked
Chris Wilder has been sacked by Sheffield United after almost five years in charge. He took the managerial position at the club in May 2016, helping the club from League One to the Premier League during his tenure. The Blades finished ninth in the Premier League last season but have endured a miserable campaign this
EPL: Sheffield United manager, Chris Wilder reacts after being sacked
Serie A: Pirlo highlights Ronaldo’s record at Juventus
Juventus manager, Andrea Pirlo, has defended Cristiano Ronaldo’s record at the club following criticism after they were eliminated from the Champions League against Porto. Sergio Oliveira’s 115th-minute free kick squeezed through the wall after Ronaldo had turned his back and lifted his leg up, as Porto progressed on away goals. Former Juve manager, Fabio Capello,
Serie A: Pirlo highlights Ronaldo’s record at Juventus
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