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Akwa United Football Club of Akwa Ibom State was the team to beat yesterday and this morning as the Promise Keepers held Kano Pillars football club of Kano to a goalless draw in Kaduna. The game which started on a good note,…
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has insisted that he made his substitutions at the right time during his side’s disappointing 1-1 draw with Slavia Prague on Thursday night. This is despite coming under fire for his decisions that have now seen Arsenal’s Europa…
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Four Chelsea players have been included in the UEFA Champions League team of this week. UEFA released the Champions League team in a post on its website on Thursday following the conclusion of the week’s quarter-final first-leg games on Wednesday. The four…
Juventus manager, Andrea Pirlo, has admitted he made many mistakes in his first season at the club. But according to him, he would do it all over, as they are helping his learning process. Juve beat Napoli 2-1 on Wednesday night, to…
Real Madrid captain, Sergio Ramos, has reacted to his side’s Champions League 3-1 victory against Liverpool on Tuesday night at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium. Vinicius Junior opened the scoring for Real Madrid before Marco Asensio doubled the lead for Zinedine…
Ex-Nigeria international, Ifeanyi Udeze, has listed what players have to do to get called up into the national team. Recall that Rohr’s Super Eagles team selection for the just-concluded international window, sparked different reactions. It also raised questions on what players have…
Leicester City forward, Kelechi Iheanacho, has been named the Premier League player of the month for March 2021. The 24-year-old netted five times in three league appearances for the Foxes before the international break last month. These goals included Iheanacho’s first Premier…
Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has named former Arsenal star, Thierry Henry as the Premier League’s greatest ever foreign import. Rooney also said that departing Manchester City striker, Sergio Aguero is ‘right up there’ with some of the finest foreign imports to…
Former Manchester United captain, Wayne Rooney has reacted to Sergio Aguero’s departure from Manchester City. Rooney congratulated the Argentina international for the ‘fantastic career’ the striker had done in the Premier League. NDREPORTERS reported on Monday that Manchester City has reached an…
The Super Eagles ended the 2022 AFCON qualifying series with a comfortable 1-0 win over Lesotho. One talking point before kick off was the return of Alex Iwobi to the line up after missing out of the team’s previous game due to…
Isaac Drogba, the son of Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba, has scored his first professional goal and also copied his father’s iconic celebration. The 20-year-old Isaac smashed the ball into the roof of the net from close range to hand fourth-tier Italian club…
Ifeanyi Udeze, a former Super Eagles defender, has told head coach, Gernot Rohr, to allow Kelechi Iheanacho lead the team’s attack ahead of Victor Osimhen against Benin Republic and Lesotho in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifiers. Rohr’s men will…
Head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr, has said travelling by sea to Benin Republic ahead of the qualifiers on Saturday, is the best route. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has decided the team will travel for the 2022 Africa Cup…
Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper, Daniel Akpeyi, has expressed disappointment over the decision of Nigerian coach, Gernot Rohr, to drop him from the Super Eagles squad for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON, qualifiers against Benin Republic and Lesotho. Akpeyi only managed to…
Premier League teams have been informed by refereeing chiefs that they will come up with a plan to “change and improve” the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system ahead of next season, the UK Times reports. VAR is being implemented for the second…
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Ikechukwu Ezenwa, has promised to treat younger goalkeepers, Maduka Okoye, Francis Uzoho and John Noble, same way Vincent Enyeama treated him when he first joined the Super Eagles. He described the as his younger brothers and wonderful goalkeepers. The…
Almeria forward, Sadiq Umar, has become the latest player to withdraw from Nigeria’s squad for their 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers next week. Super Eagles head coach, Gernot Rohr, had included Umar in his 24-man squad for the matches. However, he…
The Premier League will send a survey to all 20 clubs, requesting feedback on ways to improve the use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR), according to Sky Sports. Clubs are expected to receive the survey within the next week. They will be…
Manchester City striker, Sergio Aguero, has had a pre-contract offer from Barcelona, TyC Sports reports. Aguero’s deal at The Etihad ends on June 30 and he could return to Spain next season. Newly-elected Barcelona president, Joan Laporta, wants to unite Leo Messi…
Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr, has said he will invite 23 players including Ahmed Musa for their final two 2021 AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Lesotho. Rohr specifically name-checked Musa, who is still clubless, having failed to agree a deal with…
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Everton midfielder, Alex Iwobi has named his African best XI ever, ignoring names such as Super Eagles legend, Nwankwo Kanu and John Obi Mikel. Former Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo, Algerian Riyad Mahrez, Senegalese Sadio Mane are some of the prominent names…
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Former Super Eagles captain, Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, has snubbed Vincent Enyeama and other notable ex-internationals in his African all-time XI. The Bolton Wanderers legend picked Cameroon legends, Samuel Eto’o and Rigobert Song; Ivorian duo of Yaya Toure and Didier Drogba; and…
Super Eagles head coach, Gernot Rohr has revealed his discussions with Nigerian frontman, Victor Osimhen about his manager at Napoli, Gennaro Gattuso. Osimhen joined Napoli in a record-breaking deal last season after a top performance at Lille, that saw him score over…
Former Manchester United striker, Odion Ighalo, has provided updates on his speculated return to the senior national team of Nigeria. The striker resigned from the team two years ago after the Super Eagles came third at the last African Cup of Nations…
Amaju Pinnick, the president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has said they are yet to decide if the national team will travel by boat for their 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic. The Super Eagles will battle the…
Former Super Eagles star, Obafemi Martins, AKA Obagoal has opened up on the rift with Music superstar, Burna Boy. ND REPORTERS had reported that Nigerian rapper, Sodiq Abubakar Yusuf, AKA CDQ attacked Burna Boy for disrespecting Obafemi Martins. In what seemed like…
Villarreal boss, Unai Emery has described Super Eagles international, Samuel Chukwueze’s return to form as great news for the club. According to the former Arsenal boss “Chukwueze’s return is news for the future of the team in this final part of the…
The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) has confirmed the dates for Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations 2022 qualifiers against the Republic of Benin and Lesotho. The Super Eagles will play their last two fixtures in the series later this month. Nigeria will…
Inter Milan star, Romelu Lukaku, has named Bayern Munich’s Robert Lewandowski as the best player in the world currently. The Belgium international believes Lewandowski, who won the 2019/20 Ballon d’ Or, is a true professional. Lukaku made this known on Tuesday night…
Chelsea boss, Thomas Tuchel has said it does not matter whether he signs a long or short term contract, adding that the club will still sack him if they don’t like him. Tuchel led Chelsea to a 1-0 win against Atletico Madrid…
Bayern Munich winger, Jamal Musiala, has confirmed his decision to play for Germany on the international stage. Musiala previously starred for England’s under 21 but was eligible to play for Nigeria. The 17-year-old was born in Stuttgart to a German mother and…
Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel, has said the Champions League is not a priority for him. Tuchel stated this on the eve of their last-16 first leg against Atlético Madrid on Tuesday. According to the German who reached the final last season with…
Former Chelsea full back, Felipe Luis, has provided one major reason his former teammate, Eden Hazard cannot reach Lionel Messi’s level or become world best despite having the natural ability of the Argentine. He said the Belgian lacks the “ambition” to be…
Atletico Madrid striker, Luis Suarez, has claimed Barcelona told him he was too old to perform at the top level, but signed mediocre players after he left. left Barca in a transfer Lionel Messi described as “crazy”. The Uruguay international has now…
Nigeria’s senior national team have begun the year 2021 with a rating as the 36th best country in the world. The Super Eagles dropped one place in February’s FIFA ranking released on Thursday morning. The three-time African champions amassed 1474 points…
Head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr, has expressed confidence that captain Ahmed Musa will find a new club soon, after his proposed move to West Brom fell through. Musa is currently a free agent, after leaving Saudi club Al…
The award winners from the 2020 FIFA Club World Cup have been announced. Bayern Munich striker, Robert Lewandowski took home the big prize. Recall that the 2020 FIFA Club World Cup tournament was concluded on Thursday evening after Bayern Munich defeated…
Head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr, has told captain Ahmed Musa that he needs to return to action, ahead of their 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in March. Nigeria will play the Republic of Benin and Lesotho in…
Nigerian athlete, Blessing Okagbare has been recognised by the Guiness Book of World Records as the only athlete to have attended the Athletics Diamond Meetings 67 times. The sprinter shared the good news via her Instagram account on Wednesday. According to…
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick, said his administration is working to sort out the debts they owe Super Eagles players and coaches. Pinnick admitted the federation was dealing with financial challenges amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Although salaries and…
Spanish club, Madrid CFF, have signed Nigeria midfielder Ogonna Chukwudi for the rest of the 2020/2021 campaign. The Super Falcons star arrives as a free agent after spending one year with Russian side CSKA Moscow. On joining CSKA from Djurgardens last term,…
Leicester City boss, Brendan Rodgers, has backed Kelechi Iheanacho to step up in Jamie Vardy’s absence. Vardy is set to undergo hernia operation, which will see him being ruled out for a couple of weeks. The 34-year-old has netted more than 120…
The Premier League has announced that 16 positive coronavirus cases were recorded in the latest week of testing. It marks a significant reduction from the 36 positive cases recorded last week, following a season-high of 40 a fortnight ago. Recent outbreaks have…
Manchester United will clash with bitter rivals Liverpool in the FA Cup fourth round at 5pm on Saturday, 24 January. United, who travel to Anfield this Sunday in the Premier League, will play host to Jurgen Klopp’s side and the match will…
Odion Ighalo has admitted he would like to stay at Manchester United beyond the end of January. However, the former Super Eagles striker has said he would also be keen on a move to Major League Soccer. Ighalo’s loan from Chinese side…
The Premier League is trying to curb the spread of COVID-19 among players and staff, by introducing an “enhanced” set of measures. In a letter sent out on Friday, the 20 clubs were warned to adhere or risk the possibility of punishment….
Nigerian midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi’s contract with SønderjyskE has been terminated by mutual consent. SønderjyskE made the announcement in a statement via their website on Tuesday. “In October, SønderjyskE Fodbold and Ogenyi Onazi made a contract until the summer of 2021, but…
The Premier League returns in earnest as we look forward to mouth-watering encounters in the Boxing Day fixtures. Last weekend saw top performances from big guns in the likes of Roberto Firmino, Mohamed Salah and Chelsea’s Tammy Abraham. But the December 26th…
Two Manchester City players, Kyle Walker and Gabriel Jesus have both tested positive for coronavirus, the club confirmed on Friday. Two members of the club’s staff have also tested positive, but the club chose not to reveal their identities. Defender Walker and…
FIFA has cancelled the U-17 and U-20 World Cups that were to hold in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The U-17 World Cup was scheduled to take place in Peru and the U-20 World Cup in Indonesia. FIFA, in a statement…
Crystal Palace midfielder, Ebere Eze, has revealed he was left in tears after Arsenal rejected him as a youngster. Eze was let go by the Gunners when he was 13. Now 22, he has impressed since making a £17million move to Palace…