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2021 AFCON Qualifiers: Super Eagles battle for first position with Benin
The Super Eagles are just a step away from qualification for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and will be looking to pick all three points on Saturday. When they take on the Republic of Benin, as much as they are hopeful however, their opponents might prove hard nuts to crack, given their recentRead More
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NBBF ready to go all out for Tokyo Olympics
Sam Ahmedu, member of Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) board, on Thursday assured that the federation would not spare any effort in getting the best out of the country’s national teams. Ahmedu, who is the International Representative on the board, said in a statement that this was necessary as the male and female senior national teamsRead More
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Comoros to make debut AFCON appearance after Togo draw
Comoros have qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the first time in their history. Their qualification came after they picked up a point in a 0-0 draw with Togo at home on Thursday. The final whistle drew wild celebrations in the stadium, with the players and coaches hugging, jumping and dancing. ThisRead More
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Ogunbote looks to add experienced players from transfer window
Sunshine Stars head coach Gbenga Ogunbote has admitted that his team needs more experienced players as the mid-season transfer window opens in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). A 55th-minute goal by Samson Obi earned Enyimba a 1-0 win over Sunshine Stars on Monday, and the result plunged the Owena Whales to a new lowRead More
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NPFL: Goals from Aniefiok, Eziekwe lift Rangers against Nasarawa
Two early strikes from Rangers International duo of Godspower Aniefiok and Chinonso Eziekwe helped the team maintain their title pursuit. The Flying Antelopes gaffer, Salisu Yusuf had to adjust his line up with the unavailability of Uche John in the defence, bringing in Ebuka Anthony to partner Ernest Governor. Osas Okoro who provided assist forRead More
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Chelsea’s Abramovich sues over claims of ties to Putin
UK publisher HarperCollins vowed on Tuesday to “robustly defend” a defamation lawsuit filed by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich over a book that claims he took over Chelsea Football Club at the Kremlin’s behest. Abramovich said he was suing HarperCollins and journalist Catherine Belton over her 2020 book “Putin’s People”, which alleges that President Vladimir PutinRead More
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World Cup 2022 European qualifying results
World Cup 2022 European qualifying results on Wednesday: Group A At Turin, Italy Portugal 1 (Medvedev 36-og) Azerbaijan 0 At Belgrade Serbia 3 (Vlahovic 40, Mitrovic 69, 75) Republic of Ireland 2 (Browne 18, Collins 86) Group D At Helsinki Finland 2 (Pukki 58, 77) Bosnia and Herzegovina 2 (Pjanic 55, Stevanovic 85) At ParisRead More
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Naomi Osaka pulls out of Stuttgart WTA
Japan’s world number two Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from next month’s WTA clay-court tournament in Stuttgart, organisers confirmed Wednesday. “Naomi Osaka will now begin the European clay court season a little later in May,” said the Stuttgart organisers in a statement. The tournament in south-west Germany from April 17-25 is set to go ahead behindRead More
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Breaking: FIFA extends ban on Blatter, Valcke by six years
FIFA banned its former president Sepp Blatter until 2028 on Wednesday after handing him a new suspension of six years and eight months for receiving huge bonuses. Former FIFA secretary-general Jerome Valcke also had his existing suspension extended by the same amount. The new bans will only come into force when the current bans onRead More
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Bale expects Real return after Spurs loan
Gareth Bale said Tuesday that he plans to resume his Real Madrid career once his loan at Tottenham expires at the end of this season. Wales forward Bale returned for a second spell with Tottenham in September after being frozen out by Real manager Zinedine Zidane. He has endured a difficult time back in theRead More
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Benin Republic vs Nigeria: Super Eagles on the brink of AFCON 2022
Nigeria’s failure to see off Sierra Leone in a double header, means they now have to get the right results against Benin Republic and Lesotho, to qualify for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations. Indeed, the Super Eagles failed to win a single match all of 2020. In their last two fixtures of a pandemic-stricken … Continue reading Benin Republic vs Nigeria: Super Eagles on the brink of AFCON 2022 ?
Benin Republic vs Nigeria: Super Eagles on the brink of AFCON 2022
Messi always wants to assassinate goalkeepers – Caballero
Barcelona captain, Lionel Messi, “goes out to assassinate the goalkeeper” when he is on the pitch, according to Willy Caballero, who says his compatriot is forever on a “mission” to find the target. Messi has netted a remarkable 663 goals for Barca, breaking several records along the way. Chelsea keeper Caballero has lined up against … Continue reading Messi always wants to assassinate goalkeepers – Caballero ?
Messi always wants to assassinate goalkeepers – Caballero
Benin vs Nigeria: Super Eagles depart Lagos for Porto Novo via boats
Players and officials of the Super Eagles on Friday left for Porto Novo by speed boat, ahead of tomorrow’s 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic. The players were in high spirits as they boarded the boat. Some of them had raised concerns over the mode of transportation, but head coach Gernot Rohr, … Continue reading Benin vs Nigeria: Super Eagles depart Lagos for Porto Novo via boats ?
Benin vs Nigeria: Super Eagles depart Lagos for Porto Novo via boats
EPL: Chelsea named English club of the decade See Top 7
Chelsea FC have been named as the English club of the decade for 2011-2020. According to IFFHS, Chelsea beat Manchester City and Manchester United to win the prize. The Rankings are decided by rating victories and draw from each competition. The last ten years were filled with success for Chelsea, which saw them win the … Continue reading EPL: Chelsea named English club of the decade See Top 7 ?
EPL: Chelsea named English club of the decade See Top 7
AFCON 2022: All the countries that have qualified so far
After Thursday’s 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, half of the teams that will play at the tournament have been confirmed. Comoros, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana and Egypt have joined Algeria, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Mali, Senegal, Tunisia and hosts Cameroon in January’s tournament. Gambia qualified for their first-ever AFCON after a 1-0 win over Angola. … Continue reading AFCON 2022: All the countries that have qualified so far ?
AFCON 2022: All the countries that have qualified so far
EPL: Chelsea midfielder, Kante picks up injury on international duty
Chelsea have been dealt a big injury blow, after N’Gole Kante picked up a hamstring injury, while on international duty with France. Kante will now return to Stamford Bridge early, although the issue is not thought to be serious. The 29-year-old played 90 minutes on Wednesday evening as Les Bleus were held to a 1-1 … Continue reading EPL: Chelsea midfielder, Kante picks up injury on international duty ?
EPL: Chelsea midfielder, Kante picks up injury on international duty
Benin vs Nigeria: Rohr yet to decide on goalkeeper
Head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr, has admitted he is yet to decide which goalkeeper will start against Benin Republic, in their 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match on Saturday. There are three goalkeepers in the camp working under coach Alloy Agu. They are Maduka Okoye, John Noble and Francis Uzoho. Rohr … Continue reading Benin vs Nigeria: Rohr yet to decide on goalkeeper ?
Benin vs Nigeria: Rohr yet to decide on goalkeeper
Benin vs Nigeria: Ighalo gatecrashes into Super Eagles camp ahead of AFCON qualifier
Former Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo, paid the team a surprise visit on Thursday. Ighalo met with Gernot Rohr’s men at their Lagos camp, where they are preparing for Saturday’s 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic. The 31-year-old announced his retirement from international football in 2019, after emerging top scorer at the … Continue reading Benin vs Nigeria: Ighalo gatecrashes into Super Eagles camp ahead of AFCON qualifier ?
Benin vs Nigeria: Ighalo gatecrashes into Super Eagles camp ahead of AFCON qualifier
World best: ‘He’s an animal, machine’ – Ben Foster chooses Ronaldo over Messi
Former Manchester United goalkeeper, Ben Foster, has chosen Juventus superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo over Lionel Messi of Barcelona in the debate on who is the world’s best football player. Appearing on the Happy Hour Podcast, Foster opened up on Ronaldo’s work ethics, describing him as the greatest of all time. Ben Foster spent time at United … Continue reading World best: ‘He’s an animal, machine’ – Ben Foster chooses Ronaldo over Messi ?
World best: ‘He’s an animal, machine’ – Ben Foster chooses Ronaldo over Messi
EPL: Rodriguez takes final decision on joining Arsenal
Real Betis midfielder, Guido Rodriguez, has finally ruled out any possibility of joining Arsenal at the end of the season. Rodriquez said he is very happy at Real Betis after being linked with a move to Arsenal this summer. Reports had emerged earlier this week that Arsenal have prioritised a move for the 26-year-old as … Continue reading EPL: Rodriguez takes final decision on joining Arsenal ?
EPL: Rodriguez takes final decision on joining Arsenal
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