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Enyimba ready to shed blood against Pyramids FC – Noble
Enyimba FC goalkeeper John Noble has stated that the People’s Elephants are ready to give their all and shed blood ahead of tomorrow’s CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final first-leg clash against Pyramids of Egypt. Noble said the team is strong and united in spirit to pull through the ties against the Egyptian side. He also addedRead More
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SUPER EAGLES: Musa, Ekong, 29 others for Cameroon friendly
Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr has drawn up a provisional squad list of 31 players for Nigeria’s prestige international friendly game against five-time African champions Cameroon in Austria on Friday, 4th June 2021. The game will take place at the Wiener Neustadt in the Austrian capital, Vienna starting from 8.30 pm Austria time.“Captain Ahmed Musa,Read More
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Spotify founder says bid to buy Arsenal rejected by club owner
Spotify founder Daniel Ek has revealed he has had a bid to buy Arsenal rejected, which included elements of fan ownership and representation on the board. The Swedish billionaire, a boyhood Arsenal fan, tweeted his interest in purchasing the north London outfit last month during protests against club owners. The protests had followed the club’sRead More
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Tielemans strike seals historic FA Cup trophy for Leicester in 1-0 win over Chelsea
A sensational Youri Tielemans strike and an agonising VAR call saw Leicester City lift the FA Cup for the first time after Saturday’s 1-0 final win over Chelsea. The Foxes had failed four times previously at this stage, most recently in 1969, but belatedly added to a burgeoning trophy haul that includes the 2015-16 PremierRead More
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E2%80%95-akpoborie/ Onuachu can lead Eagles attack ? Akpoborie
Former Nigerian striker Jonathan Akpoborie says Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu can lead the team’s attack at next year’s Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. Onuachu played third fiddle in the team’s attack behind Victor Osimhen and Kelechi Iheanacho in the qualifying campaign for the bi-annual tournament but has been the top marksman in theRead More
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THE MATHEMATICAL: Lee Evans must not die!
By Chief Segun Odegbami The above is the title of my broadcast on social media two days ago. I am repeating it here only as a guide to what has developed since then. The article generated global interest except in the sports fraternity in Nigeria that does not seem to appreciate the enormity of theRead More
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FA Cup thrills await Nigerian football fans
Fans of English football will watch the FA Cup final between Chelsea and Leicester at the iconic Wembley Stadium in London today. This match will air live on SuperSport Football (GOtv Channel 31) from 5:15 pm. Subscribers will get to watch their favourite players such as Mason Mount from Chelsea and Kelechi Iheanacho from LeicesterRead More
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Kelechi Iheanacho as arrowhead
The story of Kelechi Iheanacho’s sojourn in English football has been in twists and turns. It kicked off on a very bright note at Manchester City after the young lad helped Nigeria win the FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar in 2013. He was handed his first professional contract at Manchester City in 2015. Iheanacho’sRead More
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Wilfried Ndidi: Leicester’s linchpin
Super Eagles duo, Wilfred Ndidi, and Kelechi Iheanacho will, together with their Leicester City teammates face one of their biggest tests since arriving in England as professional footballers. Ndidi arrived in England in a £17 million transfer deal with Leicester City in 2016 from Belgium where he had a memorable season with Genk. His debutRead More
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CAF CONFEDERATIONS CUP: Knockout Rounds: Enyimba at it again
Having played over 100 matches in CAF Club competitions, Enyimba remains one of Nigeria’s bright spots on the continent. Such strong representation has seen the Elephants lift the prestigious CAF Champions League twice and earned a 12th place ranking in the latest CAF club ratings in May. The eight-time Nigerian champions are currently inRead More
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EPL: Michael Owen names clubs to finish in Premier League top four this season
Michael Owen has predicted two teams that will finish in the Premier League top four this season. Manchester City and Manchester United have already booked their places in next season’s Champions League competition. As it stands now, two slots are left open, as Leicester City in third place and fourth placed Chelsea are being chased
EPL: Michael Owen names clubs to finish in Premier League top four this season
Osimhen fires back at Uche Jombo for preferring Ronaldo to play in Champions League
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has hit back at Nollywood actress, Uche Jombo, after she expressed her desire for Cristiano Ronaldo to play in the Champions League next season. Osimhen’s Napoli and Juventus are locked in the race to finish in top four. The fight will go down to the wire with Napoli currently occupying
Osimhen fires back at Uche Jombo for preferring Ronaldo to play in Champions League
Four ‘frustrated’ players set to dump Man Utd
Manchester United’s women’s team ‘are braced for an exodus of players this summer’ after manager Casey Stoney resigned, according to The Athletic. Squad members are said to be frustrated over poor training facilities at their Carrington base, just like Stoney. Also, United have failed to qualify for next season’s Champions League. The players have been
Four ‘frustrated’ players set to dump Man Utd
LaLiga: Barcelona open talks with Xavi to replace Koeman
Barcelona have opened talks with club legend, Xavi Hernandez, about replacing Ronald Koeman as manager next season, according to ARA. Hopes of Xavi managing Barca appeared to be over when he signed a new two-year deal with Qatari side Al-Sadd this week. But it is understood Joan Laporta and the Barcelona board have scheduled a
LaLiga: Barcelona open talks with Xavi to replace Koeman
EPL: Arsenal increased pressure on Chelsea ahead of Leicester clash – Tuchel
Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel, has claimed Arsenal increased the pressure on his players ahead of Tuesday’s Premier League clash against Leicester City. The Blues lost 1-0 to Mikel Arteta’s men last Thursday, denting their chance to cement a top-four place. Tomorrow they face Leicester, who have already beaten them in the FA Cup final and
EPL: Arsenal increased pressure on Chelsea ahead of Leicester clash – Tuchel
LaLiga: Zidane denies telling Real Madrid players he is leaving
Real Madrid manager, Zinedine Zidane, has denied telling his players that he would leave the club. According to the Frenchman, he “would never, ever say that to my players”. It is believed that Zidane has announced his exit to the squad behind closed doors. Despite beating Athletic Bilbao on Sunday, Real are in danger of
LaLiga: Zidane denies telling Real Madrid players he is leaving
Oshoala becomes first Nigerian to win Champions League title
Asisat Oshoala on Sunday, became the first Nigerian and African to win the UEFA Women’s Champions League. The 26-year-old was introduced from the bench in the 71st minute, as they defeated Chelsea 4-0 in the final. Barca had taken the lead within one minute, after Melanie Leupolz diverted the ball into her own net. Alexia
Oshoala becomes first Nigerian to win Champions League title
Koeman hoping 2-1 defeat to Celta isn’t Messi’s last game for Barcelona
Barcelona manager, Ronald Koeman, has said he hopes Lionel Messi has not played his last game for the club at Camp Nou. Messi headed in his 30th league goal of the season, as Barca lost 2-1 in their final home fixture of the year. The result saw their title hopes end mathematically. Messi is out
Koeman hoping 2-1 defeat to Celta isn’t Messi’s last game for Barcelona
Hayes reveals why Chelsea lost Champions League final
Manager of Chelsea’s women’s team has said they lost the Champions League final against Barcelona Femeni because of inexperience. According to her, the game was “over before it began”. Chelsea were stunned inside a minute when Melanie Leupolz inadvertently sent the ball looping into her own net, before giving away a penalty shortly after. Barcelona
Hayes reveals why Chelsea lost Champions League final
Ahmed Musa bags assist on NPFL return
Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, marked his Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) return with an assist, as Kano Pillars beat Adamawa United 1-0 on Sunday. Musa was missing as Sai Masu Gida drew 1-1 at Warri Wolves last time out. However, he started against Adamawa United and set up Rabiu Ali for the only goal.
Ahmed Musa bags assist on NPFL return
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