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target=_blank>PSG vs Bayern, Dortmund vs Legia – Top UCL matches with most goals scored

The UEFA Champions League (UCL) has produced memorable evenings over the years where offensive football takes centre stage and defence is completely abandoned.
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E2%82%A6142m-debt/ target=_blank>Mercedes Benz sues Osimhen for alleged ₦142m debt

German automaker Mercedes-Benz has reportedly filed a complaint with the Italian Carabinieri against Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for allegedly failing to complete payments for a leased vehicle.
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target=_blank>World Cup to get cash boost as FIFA unveils red card crackdown

FIFA on Tuesday boosted overall World Cup cash distributions to nearly $900 million following concerns over the spiraling costs for teams taking part in the tournament.
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target=_blank>Champions League: PSG beat Bayern in 5-4 thriller

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ousmane Dembele each scored a brace as reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in a wild Champions League semi-final first leg on Tuesday.
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target=_blank>Infantino unaware of police motorcade request – FIFA

FIFA said Tuesday that president Gianni Infantino had no knowledge of a reported request to receive a special police motorcade in Vancouver ahead of this week’s FIFA Congress.
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target=_blank>‘Exceptional’ Arsenal out to dominate at Atletico – Arteta

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta defended his “exceptional” side against criticism on Tuesday and backed them to prove their quality in the Champions League semi-final clash against Atletico Madrid.
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target=_blank>UCL: Arsenal interest in Alvarez ‘normal because he’s very good’

Atletico Madrid head coach, Diego Simeone has confirmed that Arsenal are interested in signing Julian Alvarez but face competition from Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona.
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target=_blank>UCL: Arsenal receive double injury boost ahead Atletico Madrid semi-final

Arsenal have received a timely injury boost ahead of their Champions League semi-final first leg against Atletico Madrid.
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target=_blank>Why I swapped England for Nigeria — Ola Aina

Ola Aina has revealed that family ties and a sense of identity played a major role in his decision to represent Nigeria instead of England at international level.
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target=_blank>Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Brazil chasing glory again

However, since winning their fifth title at the 2002 FIFA World Cup, Brazil have failed to go beyond the quarter-finals.
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target=_blank>UCL: ‘They don’t create a lot’ – Thierry Henry reveals Arsenal’s strength

Arsenal legend, Thierry Henry, has revealed the strength of his old club ahead of their Champions League semi-final first leg fixture with Atletico Madrid on Wednesday. Speaking ahead of Wednesday night’s Champions League semi-final first leg against Diego Simeone’s side, Henry broke down what makes the Gunners dangerous despite their attacking limitations. In an interview
UCL: ‘They don’t create a lot’ – Thierry Henry reveals Arsenal’s strength

target=_blank>UCL: Rooney picks team with advantage to qualify for final between PSG, Bayern

Former Manchester United star, Wayne Rooney, has picked Bayern Munich as the team with the advantage to qualify for the Champions League final over Paris Saint-Germain. Offering his insights during Prime Video’s post-match coverage, Rooney suggested that Bayern hold the edge heading into the Champions League semi-final second leg at the Allianz Arena. Despite leaving
UCL: Rooney picks team with advantage to qualify for final between PSG, Bayern

target=_blank>UCL: How Arsenal will approach Atletico Madrid game – Arteta

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has revealed how his team will approach their UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg tie against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday. When asked at his pre-match press conference on Tuesday how his team will approach the Atletico game in Spain, Arteta said, “Understanding what’s happening at the moment, how they’re activated and
UCL: How Arsenal will approach Atletico Madrid game – Arteta

target=_blank>NWFL: Danjuma wants early goals as Nasarawa Amazons chase Super Six Spot

Nasarawa Amazons head coach, Christopher Danjuma, has urged his players to go for early goals in their matchday 17 encounter against Osun Babes. The Amazons will square up with Osun Babes at the Lafia City Stadium on Wednesday (today). Danjuma stated that their target is to secure a Super Six playoff spot with a win
NWFL: Danjuma wants early goals as Nasarawa Amazons chase Super Six Spot

target=_blank>Flying Eagles: Biffo returns to assist Abdu Maikaba

Abdullahi Biffo will be named one of the assistant coaches to Flying Eagles helmsman, Abdu Maikaba, DAILY POST reports. Maikaba is expected to take charge of the Flying Eagles from erstwhile handler of the team, Aliyu Zubairu. The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, is expected to announce these coaching appointments soon. Biffo will be elevated to
Flying Eagles: Biffo returns to assist Abdu Maikaba

target=_blank>Transfer: Coventry City confirm permanent deal for Onyeka

Coventry City have confirmed Frank Onyeka will join the club on a permanent transfer from Brentford, Completesports.com reports. Onyeka moved to the CBS Arena on loan from Brentford in January. An obligation to make the deal permanent if Coventry City secured promotion to the Premier League was included in the contract. Coventry will pay €9m
Transfer: Coventry City confirm permanent deal for Onyeka

target=_blank>UCL: What I expect from Atletico Madrid – Arsenal coach, Arteta

Arsenal boss, Mikel Arteta, has revealed what he expects from Atletico Madrid when both sides clash in the Champions League semi-final first leg tie on Wednesday night. Arteta’s side head to the game following a 1-0 victory against Newcastle United in the Premier League last weekend. Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Tuesday, Arteta
UCL: What I expect from Atletico Madrid – Arsenal coach, Arteta

target=_blank>EPL: Mikel Obi tips former team-mate to replace Rosenior at Chelsea

Former Super Eagles skipper, Mikel Obi, has tipped former Chelsea teammate, Filipe Luís, to replace Liam Rosenior as manager at Stamford Bridge. Rosenior was dismissed last week after a run of poor results. Following his sack, the Blues have appointed Calum McFarlane on an interim basis. Although Chelsea are being linked with names like Cesc
EPL: Mikel Obi tips former team-mate to replace Rosenior at Chelsea

target=_blank>Galatasaray: Ozcan reveals why Osimhen allowed Yilmaz take penalty against Fenerbahçe

Galatasaray pundit, Mehmet Özcan has provided insight into why Victor Osimhen permitted his teammate, Barış Alper Yılmaz, to take a penalty during the impressive 3-0 win over Fenerbahçe at Rams Park on Sunday evening. Osimhen, returning from injury, had previously given the home team the lead before Yılmaz extended the advantage from the penalty spot
Galatasaray: Ozcan reveals why Osimhen allowed Yilmaz take penalty against Fenerbahçe

target=_blank>UCL: Seedorf names best player in the world after PSG beat Bayern 5-4

Former AC Milan midfielder, Clarence Seedorf, has claimed Paris Saint-Germain’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is the best player in the world. Seedorf was speaking on Amazon Prime, following PSG’s thrilling 5-4 win over Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg on Tuesday night. Kvaratskhelia scored twice to make it 1-1 and then 4-2 in
UCL: Seedorf names best player in the world after PSG beat Bayern 5-4

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