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target=_blank>Werder Bremen assures Boniface of return opportunity ahead of crucial derby
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has been handed a timely boost in his recovery, with Werder Bremen boss Daniel Thioune suggesting the forward could soon return to first-team action.
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target=_blank>Judgement day for Man City and Arsenal in title showdown
Title-chasing Manchester City face leaders Arsenal in a seismic showdown at the top of the Premier League on Sunday.
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target=_blank>Best XI not going to the 2026 FIFA World Cup
A chance to play at the World Cup is the ultimate dream of any footballer. It represents a rare opportunity to compete with the best players in the world, donning one’s national colours with pride and gusto in a bid to claim football’s golden trophy.
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target=_blank>UEL: Aston Villa, Forest set up all-English showdown in semi-finals
Forest, 12 spots below fourth-placed Villa in the Premier League, defeated 10-man Porto 1-0 in Nottingham to secure a 2-1 aggregate success.
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target=_blank>Saudi wealth fund sells football club Al-Hilal
Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund announced Thursday the sale of its majority stake in Saudi Pro League football club Al-Hilal, where French striker Karim Benzema plays.
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target=_blank>Sporting Lagos secure promotion to NPFL
Sporting Lagos have secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), a significant milestone for the Lagos-based club after two seasons in the second division.
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target=_blank>Ronaldo suffers stomach pains, vomits in Al Nassr win
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo played through fatigue and suffered from stomach pains and vomiting during Al Nassr’s 1-0 victory over Al-Ettifaq on Wednesday.
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target=_blank>Anthony Joshua resumes training with old rival Usyk
Olympic gold-medallist Joshua, 36, is being lined up to face Fury in November, possibly at Wembley, but would most likely have to overcome a warm-up opponent beforehand.
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target=_blank>Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper dies after car hit by train
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger has died at the age of 48 after his car was struck by a train.
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target=_blank>Silva to leave Man City at end of the season
“In short, he will be deservedly remembered both as one of City’s finest and most popular players of all time.”
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target=_blank>UCL: He has an inflated ego – Ex-Barcelona forward Dugarry slams Yamal
Former Barcelona forward, Christophe Dugarry, has slammed Lamine Yamal, insisting that the winger has an ‘inflated ego’. The Frenchman spoke after Barcelona’s elimination from the Champions League in mid-week at the hands of Atletico Madrid. Speaking to RMC Sport, Dugarry said of Yamal, “If you’re going to talk a lot, make sure your team is
UCL: He has an inflated ego – Ex-Barcelona forward Dugarry slams Yamal
target=_blank>EPL: Shearer predicts Man City vs Arsenal, Chelsea vs Man Utd, other fixtures
Former Newcastle United striker, Alan Shearer, has predicted some of the Match Day 33 fixtures that will be played this weekend. There will be a few big clashes across the Premier League, with Arsenal’s trip to Manchester City being the standout game. Chelsea host Manchester United in another heavyweight encounter. On Sunday, Liverpool will be
EPL: Shearer predicts Man City vs Arsenal, Chelsea vs Man Utd, other fixtures
target=_blank>Europa League: Top scorers ahead of semi-final fixtures
Nottingham Forest’s Igor Jesus and Ludogorets’ Petar Stanić currently top the goal-scoring chart in the UEFA Europa League ahead of the semi-final fixtures. They both have seven goals each to their names. This follows the conclusion of the Europa League quarter-final second leg fixtures played on Thursday. Recall that Aston Villa eliminated Bologna from the
Europa League: Top scorers ahead of semi-final fixtures
target=_blank>UCL: Referees have lost it – Bayern star, Stanisic slams official over Camavinga’s red card
Bayern Munich player Josip Stanisic has asserted that Real Madrid’s Eduardo Camavinga should not have been sent off during their UEFA Champions League encounter, while also criticizing referee Slavko Vincic for his decision. His remarks came after Bayern triumphed over Los Blancos with a score of 4-3 in the second leg of the quarter-finals on
UCL: Referees have lost it – Bayern star, Stanisic slams official over Camavinga’s red card
target=_blank>UCL: Vinicius Jr breaks Lionel Messi’s record
Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr has eclipsed Lionel Messi’s record for the most assists in the Champions League knockout stages. This achievement for the Brazilian came despite Los Blancos’ 6-4 aggregate defeat to Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals, which resulted in their elimination from the tournament. In the second leg of the Champions League quarter-final
UCL: Vinicius Jr breaks Lionel Messi’s record
target=_blank>2026 FIBA WWCQ: D’Tigress to know group opponents April 21
Nigeria’s D’Tigress will discover their group opponents for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup next week Tuesday, DAILY POST reports. The draw for the competition will hold in Berlin, Germany. The 16 qualified teams will be divided into four groups based on their FIBA Women’s World Ranking. D’Tigress are seeded in Pot 2 alongside
2026 FIBA WWCQ: D’Tigress to know group opponents April 21
target=_blank>UCL, EPL: Patrick Vieira makes fresh prediction
Former Arsenal midfielder, Patrick Vieira, has weighed in with a bold new verdict on both the Premier League and Champions League races. He predicted that Arsenal would hold off Manchester City in the battle for England’s top-flight league title and also secure a place in this season’s Champions League final. Vieira believes the momentum is
UCL, EPL: Patrick Vieira makes fresh prediction
target=_blank>Championship: Blackburn boss declares Alebiosu fit for Coventry City clash
Blackburn Rovers head coach Michael O’Neill says Ryan Alebiosu will be available for the clash with Sky Bet Championship leaders Coventry City, DAILY POST reports. The Blue and Whites will welcome Frank Lampard’s men to Ewood Park on Friday night. Alebiosu was replaced at half-time of Rovers’ defeat at Southampton on Tuesday. The Nigerian defender
Championship: Blackburn boss declares Alebiosu fit for Coventry City clash
target=_blank>Arsenal react to Alex Manninger’s death
The Arsenal family has been left heartbroken following the tragic death of ex-goalkeeper Alex Manninger. Manninger passed away at just 48 years old on Thursday after a fatal car crash. In an emotional tribute posted on their official X account, the Gunners shared their devastation. “Everyone at Arsenal is shocked and deeply saddened by the
Arsenal react to Alex Manninger’s death
target=_blank>UEFA includes Bayern’s Olise, Arsenal’s Zubimendi, others in Champions League team
UEFA, on Thursday, included Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise, Arsenal’s Martin Zubimendi, and others in the UEFA Champions League team of the week. Olise and Zubimendi were impressive for their respective clubs against Real Madrid and Sporting CP. This follows the conclusion of the Champions League quarter-final second leg fixtures played on Wednesday night. Recall that
UEFA includes Bayern’s Olise, Arsenal’s Zubimendi, others in Champions League team
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