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VIDEO: Super Eagles land in Benin Republic by boat for AFCON qualifiers
The Super Eagles travelled by boat to the Republic of Benin for the AFCON 2021 qualifiers against the Squirrels.
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Super Eagles vs Squirrels: What Musa, Iwobi, Aina others say about the Battle of Porto-Novo
Today in Porto Novo, the Super Eagles will have their hands full when they confront the Squirrels of Benin in a 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. It is a match the two sides have been looking forward to with the hope of ceiling their qualification for the African showpiece billed for Cameroon.
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We‘ll create problems for Eagles – Benin coach, Dussuyer
Coach of the Squirrels of the Republic of Benin Michel Dussuyer has stated that his wards will be out to create problems for the Super Eagles in today’s AFCON qualifying fixture at the Stade Charles de Gaulle in Porto Novo. Speaking in a chat with brila.net after the team’s training session on Thursday, Dussuyer saidRead More
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Ibrahimovic feeling ‘good’ after winning Sweden return
Zlatan Ibrahimovic made a winning return to international football with Sweden on Thursday after nearly five years away as Germany came out for human rights in their opening qualifier for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Ibrahimovic set up Viktor Claesson’s 35th-minute winner in the 1-0 win over Georgia at the Friends Arena just outsideRead More
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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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EPL: Uruguay coach tells Cavani to leave Man United
Uruguay’s assistant coach, Mario Rebollo, has urged Manchester United striker, Edinson Cavani, to leave Old Trafford and moved to Boca Juniors. Cavani has been heavily linked with a return to South America despite joining Man United on a free transfer last October from Paris Saint-Germain. The 34-year-old’s father, Luis, has hit out at his treatment
EPL: Uruguay coach tells Cavani to leave Man United
EPL: What Mourinho did to me at Chelsea – Obi Mikel
Former Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel, has disclosed that Tottenham Hotspur manager, Jose Mourinho, helped him to become the player he is today during their time together at Chelsea. The 33-year-old said Mourinho didn’t just help him football-wise, but the former Manchester United manager was one of the people who helped him grow up
EPL: What Mourinho did to me at Chelsea – Obi Mikel
Benin vs Nigeria: Two players contract COVID-19
Two Players have tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of Benin Republic’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier against Nigeria on Saturday evening in Porto Novo, Completesports reports. The two players that contracted the deadly coronavirus are Marcellin Koukpo and Jacques Bessan. Koukpo and Bessan will play no part in Benin’s clash against the Super
Benin vs Nigeria: Two players contract COVID-19
EPL: Paul Merson advises Arsenal on signing Odegaard permanently
Arsenal hero, Paul Merson has advised the club on signing Real Madrid loanee, Martin Odegaard, on a permanent transfer. Merson said he would be ‘disappointed’ if Arsenal had not already made an offer to sign Odegaard permanently from Real Madrid. Odegaard has been impressive for Mikel Arteta’s side since joining the Gunners last January on
EPL: Paul Merson advises Arsenal on signing Odegaard permanently
Racism: Thierry Henry quits all social media platforms
Former Arsenal striker and Monaco manager, has quit social media, citing lack of decisive action against discrimination and abuse. The former France International vowed never to return to social media until more is done by handlers of popular websites to tackle the menace Henry, a former Barcelona player is protesting what he described as a
Racism: Thierry Henry quits all social media platforms
Benin vs Nigeria: Super Eagles could qualify before kick off in Porto Novo
Nigeria could confirm their place in next year’s Africa Cup of Nations, even before they kick a ball against Benin Republic on Saturday evening. The Super Eagles currently lead Group L with 8 points, one more than second-placed Benin, ahead of the penultimate fixtures in the series. However, in the early kick off, Lesotho play
Benin vs Nigeria: Super Eagles could qualify before kick off in Porto Novo
Nigeria vs Benin, Lesotho: ‘Senior man is happy’ – Kelechi Iheanacho makes promise
Leicester City striker, Kelechi Iheanacho, has promised to give his best when Super Eagles of Nigeria tackle the Benin Republic and Lesotho in the 2021 AFCON qualifiers on Saturday and Tuesday, respectively. Iheanacho, who is currently Nigeria’s most in-form striker at club level, said he is happy to be in the Super Eagles camp. “I
Nigeria vs Benin, Lesotho: ‘Senior man is happy’ – Kelechi Iheanacho makes promise
EPL: Why Ziyech will be ‘vital’ for Chelsea – Pat Nevin
Chelsea hero, Pat Nevin, has explained that winger, Hakim Ziyech, will be ‘vital’ for Thomas Tuchel’s side this season and beyond because of his unique creative skill. Ziyech endured a stuttering start to life at Stamford Bridge since he joined Chelsea from Ajax last summer. The Morocco international, who has struggled with injury and form
EPL: Why Ziyech will be ‘vital’ for Chelsea – Pat Nevin
Benin vs Nigeria: Osimhen names Ex-Man Utd star, Ighalo among four Super Eagles legends
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen has named former Manchester United star, Odion Ighalo, among the legendary players who have worn the Super Eagles’ shirt in the past. The other legends are Austin Jay Jay Okocha, Kanu Nwankwo and Obafemi Martins. Osimhen, who has inherited the number 9 shirt worn by Ighalo, said that it is an
Benin vs Nigeria: Osimhen names Ex-Man Utd star, Ighalo among four Super Eagles legends
EPL: I don’t want to return to Old Trafford – Manchester United star, Tahith Chong
Manchester United youngster, Tahith Chong has said he wouldn’t want to return to Old Trafford for at least one more season. Chong, who is on loan to Belgian side, Club Brugge, says he prefers to stay for one more year at the club to gain stability. Chong joined Wolfsburg on loan from United at the
EPL: I don’t want to return to Old Trafford – Manchester United star, Tahith Chong
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