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Okala at 70: Sports minister eulogises former Green Eagles goalkeeper
The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare has described former Green Eagles goalkeeper Emmanuel Okala as one of the greatest goalkeepers Africa ever produced. The minister said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja while congratulating the football legend as he clocked 70. Dare heaped praises on him and thanked himRead More
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E2%80%95-onu/ We need tech innovation to boost sports development ? Onu
By Emmanuel Elebeke The Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu says Nigeria needs effective deployment of technology and innovation to achieve sustainable sporting development in the country. The minister stated this when he received the Vice-president of Counseil International du Sport Militaire (CISM) and the President of the Organisation of Military sport inRead More
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Asisat Oshoala: From Ikorodu slum to being first African woman to win Champions League
By Arogbonlo Israel Intriguing, exciting and euphoric moment as Nigeria and Barcelona’s Asisat Oshoala was left lost for words after becoming the first African winner of the European Women’s Champions League. In 2019, the Super Falcons captain was emotional when she went down memory lane while speaking about her journey from the slums of Ikorodu,Read More
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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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Liverpool striker, Taiwo Awoniyi granted UK work permit
Liverpool striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, has been granted a UK work permit ahead of the 2021/2022 season, Goal reports. However, the Nigerian may be on his way out of Anfield, with the Reds receiving offers from at least, seven clubs. Awoniyi signed for Liverpool in 2015, but has spent the past six years on loan, because
Liverpool striker, Taiwo Awoniyi granted UK work permit
EPL: Arteta confirms David Luiz’s departure from Arsenal
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has confirmed that David Luiz will leave the club this summer. Arteta, addressing the press on Tuesday, admitted he feels sad at the Brazilian’s imminent departure. Luiz will leave the Gunners on a free transfer once his contract expires at the end of the season, two years after he arrived from
EPL: Arteta confirms David Luiz’s departure from Arsenal
Deontay Wilder to receive £5.65m from Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury fight
American boxer, Deontay Wilder, could get up to £5.65million from Anthony Joshua’s fight with Tyson Fury, after a US court ruled in his favour. The court decided that a trilogy fight clause in Wilder’s contract with Fury must be honoured by September 15. However, a payout will be negotiated to keep the Bronze Bomber at
Deontay Wilder to receive £5.65m from Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury fight
Chelsea vs Leicester: Tuchel names player he doesn’t want to take risks with
Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel has said it was ‘not a good feeling’ to leave Christian Pulisic out of his starting line-up for the FA Cup final against Leicester City. Pulisic had started the previous two matches against Manchester City and Arsenal. However, he was introduced in the 68th minute during the 1-0 defeat to the
Chelsea vs Leicester: Tuchel names player he doesn’t want to take risks with
Inter Milan’s prize money for winning Serie A revealed
Inter Milan will earn €23.4m in TV revenue for winning the Serie A title this year, according to Calcioefinanza. There is a difference of almost €3m between the second and the third-placed teams in the Italian topflight. The TV pool for the 2020/2021 season is believed to be around €1.1 billion. Half of that money
Inter Milan’s prize money for winning Serie A revealed
EPL: Chelsea favourites to sign Harry Kane this summer
Chelsea are favourites to land Harry Kane, after the Tottenham Hotspur striker told the club he wants to leave this summer, SportMail reports. The 27-year-old has scored over 200 goals for Spurs, but has no single title to his name. With Tottenham heading towards another season away from Champions League football, Kane is fed up
EPL: Chelsea favourites to sign Harry Kane this summer
Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: David Haye predicts winner of heavyweight bout
British former professional boxer, David Haye has predicted an early knockout when Anthony Joshua takes on Tyson Fury in August. Haye said he is expecting Joshua to secure a knockout early in the fight. The showdown has been fixed for August 14 in Saudi Arabia, when a unified heavyweight champion will be crowned. Nigerian-British boxer
Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: David Haye predicts winner of heavyweight bout
Chelsea vs Leicester City: Our season will be judged on two matches – Tuchel
Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel has admitted their whole season will be judged on the next two matches. The Blues host Leicester City on Tuesday, days after losing to them in the FA Cup final. The game will be crucial to their hopes of finishing in the top four. Chelsea are away to Aston Villa on
Chelsea vs Leicester City: Our season will be judged on two matches – Tuchel
EPL: Lampard in ‘advanced talks’ with Chelsea’s rivals to become new manager
Frank Lampard is in advanced talks with Crystal Palace to become their new manager. This is according to transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano. Romano also claimed that Slavia Praga’s Abdallah Sima could be one of Lampard’s first signings if he arrives at the South London club. “Crystal Palace are still in contact with Frank Lampard and
EPL: Lampard in ‘advanced talks’ with Chelsea’s rivals to become new manager
EPL: Mohamed Salah not respected in Premier League – Rio Ferdinand laments
Former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand has noted that Liverpool ace, Mohamed Salah is not getting the respect he deserves in the Premier League. Salah has been a constant source of goals for Liverpool for about three seasons now. He is battling Tottenham striker, Harry Kane for the Golden Boot this season, with both attackers
EPL: Mohamed Salah not respected in Premier League – Rio Ferdinand laments
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