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target=_blank>Ronaldo hits 967 career goals, closes in on historic 1,000 mark
Cristiano Ronaldo continued his relentless chase of history with another standout performance, scoring twice to inspire Al Nassr to a commanding 5-2 win over Al Najmah in the Saudi Pro League.
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target=_blank>FA Cup: 3 teams through to semi-finals
Three teams have secured their places in the FA Cup semi-finals after Saturday’s quarter-final clashes, with Manchester City, Chelsea and Southampton progressing to the next stage.
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target=_blank>A forgotten name, by Patrick Omorodion
An adage says if one doesn’t know where he or she is going, then that person definitely should know where he or she is coming from. Over the years, administrators who have steered the ship of the football house either didn’t know or deliberately ignored mentioning the name of the first Nigerian to head the
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target=_blank>Anthony Joshua makes first public appearance since fatal car crash
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has made his first public appearance since he survived a car crash in Nigeria that killed his close friends Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele.
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target=_blank>Arteta demands Arsenal response after FA Cup shocker at Southampton
Arsenal were well below their best in the absence of injured England stars Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka, while Brazil defender Gabriel Magalhaes limped off with a knee injury.
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target=_blank>Hosts Canada offer heartbroken Italians jersey swap for World Cup
Italy suffered the agony of missing out on a third straight World Cup this week after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina on penalties in a play-off.
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target=_blank>Barca edge Atletico 2-1, go seven points clear in La Liga
Second-placed Real were beaten 2-1 at Mallorca earlier on and Barca capitalised at the Metropolitano stadium to take a big step towards defending the league title.
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target=_blank>Arsenal stunned by Southampton in FA Cup quarter-finals
Arsenal suffered a shock FA Cup quarter-final exit as the Premier League leaders crashed to an embarrassing 2-1 defeat against second tier Southampton on Saturday.
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target=_blank>Thousands welcome Iraq football team home after World Cup qualifier
Thousands gathered in Baghdad on Saturday morning to welcome home the triumphant Iraqi football team, fresh off their qualification for the World Cup.
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target=_blank>Ex-Chelsea midfielder Oscar retires with heart problem
The attacking midfielder was hospitalised for five days in November after fainting during a routine medical and has not played since.
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target=_blank>Haaland surpasses Harry Kane’s record after scoring hat-trick for Man City
Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland, on Saturday, surpassed Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane after scoring a hat-trick for the Cityzens in the FA Cup. Recall that Haaland scored three goals against Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-final tie at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday. The encounter ended 4-0 in favour of the hosts as Pep
Haaland surpasses Harry Kane’s record after scoring hat-trick for Man City
target=_blank>Lewandowski equals Hristo Stoichkov’s record after scoring for Barcelona against Atletico Madrid
Barcelona striker, Robert Lewandowski, on Saturday equalled the club’s former forward Hristo Stoichkov’s record after scoring a goal in the Blaugrana 2-1 win against Atletico Madrid. Recall that a goal each from Lewandowski and Marcus Rashford gave Barcelona the victory against the hosts in the LaLiga. Lewandowski’s goal against Diego Simeone’s men took him to
Lewandowski equals Hristo Stoichkov’s record after scoring for Barcelona against Atletico Madrid
target=_blank>Turkey: Nwaiwu savours winning goal for Trabzonspor against Galatasaray
Chibuike Nwaiwu can’t hide his excitement after helping Trabzonspor beat Galatasaray 2-1 in a thrilling encounter on Saturday night. The Nigeria international scored the winning goal in the 62nd minute. Nwaiwu’s compatriot, Paul Onuachu gave Trabzonspor the lead in the fourth minute. Ivory Coast international Wilfried Singho however restored parity for Galatasaray early in the
Turkey: Nwaiwu savours winning goal for Trabzonspor against Galatasaray
target=_blank>Turkey: Onuachu praises Trabzonspor’s deserved win vs Galatasaray
Paul Onuachu has said Trabzonspor got their reward following the hard-earned victory over Galatasaray, DAILY POST reports. Fatih Tekke’s side beat the Turkish Super Lig champions 2-1 at the Papara Park on Saturday night. Trabzonspor moved within one point of the title holders following the win. Onuachu, and his compatriots, Chibuike Nwaiwu as well as
Turkey: Onuachu praises Trabzonspor’s deserved win vs Galatasaray
target=_blank>Turkey: Onuachu named MOTM in Trabzonspor’s win over Galatasaray
Paul Onuachu was named Man of the Match following Trabzonspor’s 2-1 victory Galatasaray in their Turkish Super Lig encounter at the Papara Park on Saturday night. Onuachu scored the curtain raiser after four minutes, nodding home Wagner Pina’s superb cross. The Nigeria international has so far registered 22 goals, and two assists in 25 appearances
Turkey: Onuachu named MOTM in Trabzonspor’s win over Galatasaray
target=_blank>LaLiga: Why Yamal was angry after Barcelona defeated Atletico Madrid – Hansi Flick
Barcelona manager, Hansi Flick, has explained why winger, Lamine Yamal was angry after the Blaugrana defeated Atletico Madrid in the LaLiga on Saturday. Recall that two goals from Marcus Rashford and Robert Lewandowski ensured Barcelona defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1 at the Metropolitano Stadium. But Yamal was captured on camera visibly angry after the final whistle
LaLiga: Why Yamal was angry after Barcelona defeated Atletico Madrid – Hansi Flick
target=_blank>Turkey: Why we beat Osimhen’s Galatasaray 2-1 – Nwakaeme
Nigerian attacker, Anthony Nwakaeme, has explained why Trabzonspor recorded a significant 2-1 victory against reigning champions, Galatasaray in a Super Lig match held at Papara Park on Saturday evening. In addition to providing an assist, Anthony Nwakaeme was joined by two other Nigerians who played crucial roles in Trabzonspor’s success. Paul Onuachu scored the opening
Turkey: Why we beat Osimhen’s Galatasaray 2-1 – Nwakaeme
target=_blank>Turkey: Paul Onuachu sets new record after scoring against Osimhen’s Galatasaray
Trabzonspor striker, Paul Onuachu, on Saturday, set a new record after scoring a goal in his side’s Turkish Super Lig 2-1 win against Victor Osimhen’s Galatasaray team. Onuachu scored his first-ever goal against Galatasaray as Trabzonspor claimed all three points at Papara Park. He rose highest to head home a pinpoint cross from Wagner Pina
Turkey: Paul Onuachu sets new record after scoring against Osimhen’s Galatasaray
target=_blank>FA Cup: Chelsea make history after win over Port Vale
Chelsea on Saturday made history after thrashing Port Vale 7-0 in the FA Cup quarter-final tie. Recall that goals from Jorrel Hato, João Pedro, Jordan Lawrence-Gabriel (own-goal), Tosin Adarabioyo, Andrey Santos, and Estêvão ensured Chelsea progressed to the semi-final stage of the FA Cup. However, according to OptaJoe, Chelsea are the first team to score
FA Cup: Chelsea make history after win over Port Vale
target=_blank>EPL: Casemiro, Ugarte will leave – Ryan Giggs names two midfielders Man Utd should sign
Manchester United legend, Ryan Giggs, has urged his old club to sign Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace and Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest in the summer transfer window. According to Giggs, the club must prepare for the departures of Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte at the end of the season, leaving two glaring vacancies in the
EPL: Casemiro, Ugarte will leave – Ryan Giggs names two midfielders Man Utd should sign
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