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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Japan’s world number two Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from next month’s WTA clay-court tournament in Stuttgart, organisers confirmed Wednesday.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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12 Nigerians listed to officiate in 2021/2023 FIBA competitions
Twelve Nigerians have been accredited to officiate in the 2021/2023 international basketball window. Afolabi Oni, the Media Coordinator of Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. He said this followed the conclusion of the 2021 Federation International Basketball Association (FIBA) Commissioner and Referees examinations on Monday. ALSO READ AFCON Qualifiers: CAF disqualifiesRead More
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Lobi Stars FC manager, Barnabas Imienger is dead
Lobi Stars FC of Benue state, Monday, announced the passing of their team manager and former Super Eagles striker, Barnabas Imienger. The announcement was made on the website of the Makurdi-based club, saying: “With heavy hearts but total submission to the will of God, The Board and Management of Lobi Stars Football Club regrets toRead More
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I wish I were 10 years younger to play in Qatar 2022 World Cup – Eto’o
…Says ‘Football spectacle may return before the games’ Covid-19 pandemic has denied the world the spectacle usually associated with sports events. And since 2020 great football matches have been played and are still being played in empty stadiums to avoid spread of the diseases. Covid-19 has changed the world. However, Africa’s soccer icon and Qatar 2022Read More
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National Sports Festival: Edo state to send 689 athletes, vows to win
By Ozioruva Aliu, Benin-City Edo state government Monday said it would deploy 689 athletes and 236 officials 20th National Sports Festival (NSF) tagged Edo 2020 which it also boasted to host and win. Addressing journalists in government house, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and Deputy Governor of the state, Comrade Philip Shaibu saidRead More
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AFCON Qualifiers: CAF disqualifies Chad due to interference
Africa’s football governing body, The Confederation for African Football (CAF) has announced the suspension of the Chadian national team from the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2021 qualifiers due to interference. The decision was brought about due to the dissolution of the Chadian FA by the Ministry of Youth and Sports which is in directRead More
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World Cup qualification: Griezmann criticises teammate, questions Deschamps after France 1-1 with Ukraine
France winger, Antoine Griezmann has criticised his teammates and questioned coach Didier Deschamps tactics after France were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Ukraine in the 2022 World Cup qualifying encounter on Wednesday. France’s head coach, Deschamps adopted a 4-4-2 formation rather than his usual 4-2-3-1, and the team found it difficult to adjust
World Cup qualification: Griezmann criticises teammate, questions Deschamps after France 1-1 with Ukraine
2022 World Cup qualifying matches round-up from Wednesday
The road to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar began on Wednesday, in the UEFA and Concacaf zones. France were held 1-1 at home by Ukraine. Antoine Griezmann opened scoring for Les Bleus with a stunning finish, before Serhii Sydorchuk equalised after his shot took a massive deflection off Presnel Kimpembe. Portugal secured a
2022 World Cup qualifying matches round-up from Wednesday
Diego Costa’s new club confirmed after Atletico departure
Diego Costa has reached an agreement with Benfica, according to Mundo Deportivo. The Portugese giants tabled an offer of a two-year contract worth £5million for the former Atletico Madrid striker. Costa left Atletico Madrid by mutual consent in December and has spent the last three months considering his options. The 32-year-old has now decided to
Diego Costa’s new club confirmed after Atletico departure
I almost suffered depression at Chelsea – Morata
Alvaro Morata has revealed he “came close” to suffering from depression during his time at Chelsea. The Blues paid a then club-record £58 million fee to sign Morata from Real Madrid in 2017. However, the striker struggled at Stamford Bridge, despite scoring 24 goals in 72 games. Morata left Chelsea for Atletico Madrid in January
I almost suffered depression at Chelsea – Morata
Okoye predicts how many points Nigeria will get from Benin, Lesotho AFCON qualifiers
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, has said they will go all out for the maximum points, when they take on Benin Republic and Lesotho in their final 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Okoye manned the posts, when Nigeria threw away a four-goal lead to draw 4-4 against Sierra Leone in Benin City last November.
Okoye predicts how many points Nigeria will get from Benin, Lesotho AFCON qualifiers
EPL: Gareth Bale could help Arsenal land Odegaard on permanent deal
On-loan Real Madrid winger, Gareth Bale, could play a role in Arsenal’s bid to land Martin Odegaard on a permanent basis ahead of next season. Odegaard has impressed on loan with the Gunners from Real this season and the Gunners are keen to keep him. The Norway captain appears to have left the door open
EPL: Gareth Bale could help Arsenal land Odegaard on permanent deal
EPL: Mason Mount opens up on his reaction after Tuchel dropped him against Wolves
Chelsea manager, Mason Mount, has credited new manager Thomas Tuchel for lighting a fire inside him. Tuchel put himself in the spotlight after replacing Frank Lampard in January, when he left Mount on the bench for his first match against Wolves. But the 22-year-old feels it has been one of the best things to happen.
EPL: Mason Mount opens up on his reaction after Tuchel dropped him against Wolves
EPL: Luis Suarez in shock return to Liverpool
Atletico Madrid striker, Luis Suarez, could be set for a shock return to Liverpool if Mohammed Salah leaves this summer, Fichajes reports. Suarez was a cult hero at Anfield until he left to join Barcelona in 2014. The Uruguayan was however ditched by the Nou Camp club at the end of last season and moved
EPL: Luis Suarez in shock return to Liverpool
I lied about earning £6.5m against Nasukawa – Floyd Mayweather
Floyd Mayweather has admitted he earned more than the previously reported £6.5million from his win over Japanese kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa in 2018. The exhibition fight was over before the end of Round 1, as the unbeaten professional boxer knocked down the then 20-year-old Nasukawa three times, before his team threw in the towel. Mayweather is
I lied about earning £6.5m against Nasukawa – Floyd Mayweather
EPL clubs to pay £5,000 fine for shirt swap
Premier League clubs will be fined £5,000 every time their player swaps shirts after a game. SportsMail reports one team has already been penalised twice. The players were found by their Premier League-appointed COVID-19 compliance officer to have shown “ill-discipline regarding protocols”. Clubs can decide to pay the fine or pass it on to players.
EPL clubs to pay £5,000 fine for shirt swap
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