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target=_blank>I discovered football’s dark side, almost quit after my father’s death – Osimhen
“I went downstairs and I had 20 missed calls from my family. I called my brother back on FaceTime, and he said, ‘He’s gone.’ Then he turned the camera and showed me my father. ‘You should say goodbye….’
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target=_blank>Democrats demand refunds after US high court tosses Trump tariffs
“Your tariff taxes wreaked havoc on farmers, enraged our allies and sent grocery prices through the roof,” the Democrat wrote, warning further legal action could follow if compensation was not forthcoming.
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target=_blank>PSG decide against appealing €60 million Mbappe payment
The labour court said the final figure of between 60 million and 61 million euros was made up of 55 million euros in unpaid salary and around six million more in holiday payments.
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target=_blank>Jake Paul requires second jaw surgery after Anthony Joshua knockout
The two men fought in a controversial Netflix-backed bout in December, where Joshua made hard work of defeating his vastly less accomplished opponent.
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target=_blank>Floyd Mayweather to come out of retirement
Former multi-weight world champion Mayweather retired from boxing in 2017, unbeaten in 50 bouts, though he has appeared in several exhibition fights since.
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target=_blank>Super Eagles set for Iran, Jordan test in Amman Invitational tournament
“This tournament offers the Super Eagles quality opposition and valuable international experience,” he said.
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target=_blank>Arteta urges Arsenal to ‘write own destiny’ after title wobble
If Pep Guardiola’s team win their remaining 12 matches, they will take the title regardless of Arsenal’s results in their last 11 games.
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target=_blank>‘Couldn’t care less’ – Guardiola says about Arsenal stumble in title race
If City win their remaining 12 matches they will be crowned champions for the fifth time in the last six seasons.
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target=_blank>Vinicius: Benfica probe video of fans’ monkey gestures
During Tuesday’s match in Lisbon, Brazilian forward Vinicius accused Benfica’s Argentine midfielder Gianluca Prestianni of racially abusing him.
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target=_blank>Kompany says Mourinho made ‘huge mistake’ in Vinicius racism row
Bayern Munich coach Kompany, who reflected on his past experiences of racism as a player, said what he found most troubling was what unfolded off the pitch.
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target=_blank>Thierry Henry names Osimhen among three top strikers Barcelona should sign
Former Arsenal captain, Thierry Henry, has listed Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen among three top strikers Barcelona should consider signing. Osimhen currently plays for Galatasaray in Turkey, after completing a permanent move last summer. At the end of last season, the 27-year-old inspired the Yellow and Red to a domestic double. So far in this campaign, Osimhen
Thierry Henry names Osimhen among three top strikers Barcelona should sign
target=_blank>LaLiga: Rashford faces Barcelona permanent transfer setback after Carrick’s Man Utd decision
Xavier Vilajoana, one of Barcelona’s presidential candidates, has raised doubts over Marcus Rashford completing a permanent move from Manchester United this summer. Rashford joined Barcelona on loan from Manchester United, and the Red Devils’ caretaker manager, Michael Carrick, has already expressed his desire to have the England international back at Old Trafford if he is
LaLiga: Rashford faces Barcelona permanent transfer setback after Carrick’s Man Utd decision
target=_blank>EPL: Disappointing move, he hasn’t settled – Meulensteen advises Man Utd to sign Chelsea’s Hato
Former Manchester United coach, Rene Meulensteen has urged the Red Devils to sign Chelsea defender, Jorrel Hato. Hato joined Chelsea from Ajax for £37 million last summer, but Meulensteen feels the young talent has struggled to establish himself at Stamford Bridge, labeling his move as disappointing. “It’s a disappointing move for Jorrel Hato because he
EPL: Disappointing move, he hasn’t settled – Meulensteen advises Man Utd to sign Chelsea’s Hato
target=_blank>NPFL: Abuchi urges Kano Pillars to maintain winning momentum against El-kanemi
Kano Pillars goalkeeper, Destiny Abuchi says that the team is determined to maintain their recent impressive run of form in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Sai Masu Gida have recorded two wins, one draw and one defeat in their last four NPFL matches. Kano Pillars will trade tackles with El-Kanemi Warriors in a
NPFL: Abuchi urges Kano Pillars to maintain winning momentum against El-kanemi
target=_blank>Arsenal star, Bukayo Saka reveals favourite childhood music was Nigerian song
Arsenal winger, Bukayo Saka has revealed his favourite childhood song, with slightly shocking details. The soccer star, who is the son of emigrant parents from Nigeria, shared that his favourite song while growing up was ‘Oleku’ by Nigerian rapper Ice Prince featuring Brymo. He disclosed this during a recent conversation with actor Daniel Kaluuya. “When
Arsenal star, Bukayo Saka reveals favourite childhood music was Nigerian song
target=_blank>EPL: 4 fixtures we could see shock results in Match Week 27
There will be key fixtures in the Premier League this weekend, as the competition enters Match Week 27. The pick of the bunch will be between Tottenham and Arsenal in a much-anticipated North London Derby. There will be a lot at stake in that game, with Spurs facing the threat of relegation, while Mikel Arteta’s
EPL: 4 fixtures we could see shock results in Match Week 27
target=_blank>EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Tottenham vs Arsenal, Chelsea against Burnley, other fixtures
Former Chelsea star, Chris Sutton has predicted the Premier League matches taking place this weekend and on Monday. Burnley will face Chelsea in an away Premier League tie at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening, while Manchester City will host Newcastle United at the Etihad Stadium later in the evening. On Sunday, Tottenham Hotspur will take
EPL: Chris Sutton predicts Tottenham vs Arsenal, Chelsea against Burnley, other fixtures
target=_blank>Turkey: Ndidi returns to Besiktas’ training after father’s funeral
Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi has resumed training with his Turkish Super Lig club, Besiktas after attending his father’s funeral back in Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. Ndidi senior, a former soldier, died in a car accident around the Umunede area of Delta State last month. He was laid to rest last week Friday in Agbor,
Turkey: Ndidi returns to Besiktas’ training after father’s funeral
target=_blank>LaLiga: Simeone reveals two special qualities that set Lookman apart from other forwards
Atletico Madrid manager, Diego Simeone has revealed two special qualities that set Ademola Lookman apart from other forwards. Lookman has been impressive for Simeone’s side since joining the LaLiga club from Atalanta in January. The Nigerian international has scored three goals and provided two assists in five appearances across all competitions for the Rojiblancos. He
LaLiga: Simeone reveals two special qualities that set Lookman apart from other forwards
target=_blank>EPL: You’ve been disrespected – Durham advises Rice to leave Arsenal after Saka’s new contract
TalkSPORT host, Adrian Durham has advised Arsenal midfielder, Declan Rice to consider leaving the club if he is not offered a new contract like teammate, Bukayo Saka. Durham believes Rice has been disrespected as Arsenal handed Saka a new contract recently to make the winger the club’s highest-paid player on wages in excess of £300,000
EPL: You’ve been disrespected – Durham advises Rice to leave Arsenal after Saka’s new contract
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