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AFCON: Ivorian fan apologizes to family after he was caught wooing lady during Senegal game
He disclosed that he asked for ‘her number’ but she refused to give it to him. A trending Ivorian football fan, Anselme Santos, who was caught on camera trying to woo a lady sitting beside him in the stands, has reportedly issued an apology to his wife and children. The…
Read More »AFCON: Drogba Celebrates With Osimhen After Nigeria’s Win Over Cameroon (Video)
Didier Drogba, the world-renowned Chelsea legend, celebrated with Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen after Nigeria secured a 2-0 victory over Cameroon in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) round of 16 on Saturday night. Osimhen gave an impressive display in Nigeria’s attack, as two goals from Ademola Lookman sealed…
Read More »Shocking! Jurgen Klopp to LEAVE Liverpool at the end of the season
The legendary manager revealed that the decision had already been taken since last year November. Liverpool’s manager, Jurgen Klopp has left fans and players shocked as he annouced that he is to walk away from his position at the end of the 2023-2024 season. The German tactico took over the…
Read More »Two Man Utd Players Set to Join Ronaldo at Al-Nassr
Al-Nassr are looking to make a double bid to sign Manchester United’s duo of Casemiro and Aaron Wan-Bissaka. According to Mail Sport, the Red Devils want to offload some of their high-earning players. Last month, United’s football director, John Murtough, flew to Riyadh to explore potential deals. Casemiro is the…
Read More »AFCON 2023: Super Eagles to face Cameroon in Round of 16
Nigeria will play Cameroon in Round 16 at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The knockout tie was confirmed on Tuesday evening after defending champions Senegal defeated the Syli Stars 2-0 and Cameroon beat Gambia 3-2. The result means Senegal topped Group C with nine maximum points, while Cameroon finished…
Read More »AFCON 2023: ‘His confidence level has dropped’ – Ex-Super Eagles Defender Speaks on Osimhen
Former Super Eagles defender Ifeanyi Udeze has insisted that Victor Osimhen’s confidence level has dropped a little bit. According to Udeze, the Napoli striker is under pressure to score goals at the 2023 ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Ivory Coast. Osimhen has only scored one goal in three…
Read More »“My parents fought about which language we should learn” — Giannis Antetokounmpo says as he starts an Igbo learning centre
The athlete, who was born to a Yoruba father and an Igbo mother, emigrated to Greece 35 years ago. He claims his surname is originally Adetokounbo, but he was required to spell it using Greek letters for his visa and that was the origin of the famous ‘Antetokounmpo’. Greek-Nigerian basketball…
Read More »“I will retire in ten years” Cristiano Ronaldo says, despite turning 39 next month
Football star Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up about his likely retirement from football when asked about his plans. The Al-Nassr forward was asked about when he planned to hang up his boots in Dubai, where he is attending the Globe Soccer Awards and the 38-year-old delivered a funny response. Ronaldo…
Read More »Transfer Update: Victor Osimhen to Rule Out January Move to Chelsea
Super Eagles and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has claimed that he ‘definitely’ wants to play in the Premier League during his career but insists he has ‘other plans’ for now. The Nigerian forward has been attracting several clubs in the English top-flight, with West London giants Chelsea the side closest linked with…
Read More »Financial Rule Break Charges: Premier League Confirms Set Date for Manchester City’s Hearing
The Premier League’s chief executive, Richard Masters, has revealed that a date has been set for Manchester City’s financial rule-breaking charges hearing. The Premier League champions were charged with 115 alleged breaches of financial regulations in February 2023 after opening an investigation in 2018. Quizzed by MPs on Tuesday morning…
Read More »Lionel Messi Achieves Historic Feat, Becomes the First Footballer to Win The Best FIFA Men’s Player Award Three Times
Lionel Messi has become the first footballer to win the Best FIFA Men’s Player award three times. The Argentine superstar, 36, was confirmed as the 2023 winner at The Best FIFA Football Awards ceremony in London on Monday, January 15. Messi was recognised for his achievements, having come out on…
Read More »AFCON: Napoli Fans Storm Côte d’Ivoire To Support Victor Osimhen (Video)
Several fans of the Italian club Napoli have travelled to Côte d’Ivoire to show their support for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. In a video posted on the Super Eagles’ X handle, Osimhen was seen chatting with the three fans who were putting…
Read More »Yemi Alade Set to Grace the Stage with a Performance at AFCON 2023
Popular Nigerian singer, Yemi Alade will perform at the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The star made the revelation on her X page. According to her, she had been desiring to perform at football ceremonies since 2016. While recognising the importance of prayer, Yemi Alade said, “I can’t buttress…
Read More »WATCH: Sadio Mane’s 18-year-old wife Aisha Tamba receives hero’s welcome as she returns back to school after their wedding
The Al-Nassr star is currently in Cote d’Ivoire for the 2024 African Cup of Nations. Sadio Mane’s newly wedded 18-year-old wife received an incredible welcome back to school from her fellow students, following her wedding ceremony to the football star. In a video, which has since emerged online, Aisha Tamba…
Read More »Timo Werner Seals Move to Tottenham on Loan
Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the loan signing of former Chelsea striker Timo Werner for the remainder of the 2023–24 season. Werner joined Chelsea’s London rivals from RB Leipzig, agreeing to include a £15 million buy option should Werner impress during the loan spell. Werner, who struggled to find his form…
Read More »Manchester City Dominates Huddersfield 5-0 in FA Cup as Kevin De Bruyne Returns to Action
Kevin De Bruyne marked his return from a five-month injury spell as Manchester City thrashed Huddersfield 5-0 in the FA Cup. The Belgian playmaker, who underwent hamstring surgery, made a 35-minute appearance and played a role in two goals. Despite a slow start, Phil Foden was brilliant in the central…
Read More »23 Teams Secure Passage to FA Cup 4th Round – Full List
A total of 23 teams have so far qualified for this season’s FA Cup fourth round. This follows the conclusion of Sunday’s third-round fixtures. Recall that Manchester City thrashed Huddersfield 5-0 to qualify for the next round of the FA Cup. Leeds United won Peterborough 3-0 in an away tie.…
Read More »Liverpool Stun Arsenal, Securing Victory to Knock Them Out of the FA Cup
Arsenal have been eliminated from the FA Cup after losing 2-0 to Liverpool on Sunday. The Gunners were looking to bounce back from successive defeats to West Ham and Fulham in the Premier League. However, they failed to make their first-half dominance count, with Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard missing…
Read More »Super Eagles Dominate First AFCON 2023 Friendly, Clinching a Remarkable 12-0 Victory
The Super Eagles pummelling a local Dubai side 12-0 in a friendly at their Abu Dhabi training base on Sunday. The game was played behind closed doors. Jose Peseiro’s side led 6-0 at halftime. Ademola Lookman scored four goals, while Victor Osimhen netted twice. Substitute Moses Simon was also on…
Read More »AFCON 2023: Nigerian Fans Left Disappointed as Restrictions Prevent Watching Super Eagles’ Friendly Matches
Fans will not be able to watch the two friendly matches with the Super Eagles ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. This is because Nigeria will play their test games in Abu Dhabi behind closed doors. Jose Peseiro’s side will take on a local side in their first game on…
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