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Floyd Mayweather in UFC talks to ‘come out of retirement’ in 2020
Former five-weight boxing world champion Floyd Mayweather says he is “coming out of retirement in 2020”.
Mayweather, 42, made the announcement on social media after an earlier message that he was in talks with UFC president Dana White.
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“Dana White and I are working together again to bring the world another spectacular event in 2020,” he said.
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Jurgen Klopp explains secret to Liverpool unity and success
Jurgen Klopp has explained how his motivational techniques have created an environment in which his Liverpool players can thrive.
After missing out on the league title by a point last season and claiming the Champions League trophy, Liverpool are eight points clear in the Premier League this term.
In an interview with The Athletic, Klopp revealed the key to his success at Anfield has been making his players feel needed, and “treating them all the same”.
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Jose Mourinho’s top 20 quotes for your gratification
The appointment of Jose Mourinho as Tottenham boss has undoubtedly added excitement and spice to the English Premier League.
The Special One has regaled the press and fans with quotes ranging from controversial to downright funny, here are 20 quotes from Mourinho:
20. “Why have Chelsea suffered so much since I left? Because I left” – on Luiz Felipe Scolari’s Stamford Bridge sacking in 2009.
19. “There are only two ways for me to leave Chelsea.
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Mourinho’s first message to Spurs players: ‘I’ll be your girlfriend’
Jose Mourinho told his new Spurs players that he would be their ‘girlfriend’ as long as they perform for him, according to a report in Portugal.
The 56-year-old has been named as Mauricio Pochettino’s successor, signing a three-and-a-half-year deal at the north London club.
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He met his new players following his hasty appointment, which was announced less than 12 hours after Pochettino was sacked, on Wednesday and then took training ahead of his first game in charge at West Ham on Saturday.
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‘Not the biggest, just the best’ – How Jay-Z is looking to build football’s strongest team
“We’re not trying to be the biggest agency in the world,” says Michael Yormark, fixing a stare. “We just want to be the best.” Yormark is the president of Roc Nation Sports International and is speaking to Goal from the company’s newly-opened office in the heart of London, a short walk from Great Portland Street tube station.
“It’s been a big year,” he reflects. “A busy period, for sure, but an exciting one.”
Yormark, American born and educated at Ohio University, heads up a team of 25 full-time employees – that number will expand significantly, he says, in the coming months – whose aim is simple; to make Roc Nation Sports the No.1 place for athlete representation across the world.
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Nigeria’s Ighalo, Iwobi, Ndidi and Uzoho shortlisted for 2019 Caf best XI
Former Nigeria international Odion Ighalo, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, and Francis Uzoho have been shortlisted for the 2019 CAF best XI.
Shanghai Greenland Shenhua striker Ighalo delivered impressive showings at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.
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The former Watford forward scored five goals in the competition to win the Golden Boot award and helped the Super Eagles clinch their eighth bronze medal before his retirement from international duty.
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Nigeria captain Ahmed Musa to sponsor 100 University students
Nigeria captain Ahmed Musa has disclosed his intention to sponsor 100 students in Skyline University in Kano.
Musa was unveiled as the University’s ambassador on Wednesday, after helping the Super Eagles to back-to-back victories over Benin and Lesotho in their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying games.
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The Al Nassr forward has been involved in various charitable projects including the construction of a sports center in Kano, and he is now set to help youngsters chase their academic dreams with scholarships in the private institution.
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Aubameyang ‘waiting on Barca’ before signing Arsenal deal
Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang is ‘waiting on Barcelona’ before signing a new contract at Arsenal, according to reports.
The Gabon international has eight goals in 12 Premier League matches this season, while he has also scored one goal in two Europa League outings.
Despite his good record this term, the Gunners sit sixth in the table after twelve Premier League matches that have seen seem concede 17 goals.
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Aubameyang‘s record since he joined Arsenal in January 2018 is 50 goals in 78 appearances in all competitions, with a lot of clubs around Europe after that sort of firepower.
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Report reveals inside story of Pochettino’s sacking at Spurs
Mauricio Pochettino ‘sulked his way to the sack’ at Tottenham this season, according to a report.
It was announced on Tuesday evening that he Argentinian has been relieved of his duties at Spurs after five-and-a-half years in charge and on Wednesday morning the club revealed Jose Mourinho would be the new boss.
Tottenham, who were in the Champions League final only six months ago, have endured a tough start to the season and are currently 14th in the Premier League table.
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Wilder ready to risk all against ‘King Kong’ Ortiz
Diego Costa is facing three months out after Atletico Madrid confirmed the striker underwent surgery on a cervical disc on Thursday.
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Atalanta vs Juventus: Sarri defends decision to sub Ronaldo in serie A clash against Atalanta
Juventus manager, Maurizio Sarri has disclosed that forward, Cristiano Ronaldo will not feature in his side’s Serie A clash against Atalanta on Saturday at the Atleti Azzurri d’Italia Stadium due to injury. Sarri said the Portuguese captain will be left out to recover in a bid to play against Atletico Madrid in UEFA Champions League
Atalanta vs Juventus: Sarri defends decision to sub Ronaldo in serie A clash against Atalanta
Man City vs Chelsea: Pat Nevin predicts Premier League clash
Chelsea legend, Pat Nevin has predicted this weekend’s Premier League clash between Frank Lampard’s side and Manchester City. According to Nevin, Chelsea has “little or nothing to lose” when they take on Pep Guardiola’s side at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday evening. Chelsea head to the game following a 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace in
Man City vs Chelsea: Pat Nevin predicts Premier League clash
Eden Hazard reveals why he struggled when he left Chelsea for Real Madrid
Eden Hazard has admitted he was overweight when he joined Real Madrid last summer. Hazard left Chelsea after seven successful seasons and signed for Los Blancos in a deal worth over £100million. The 28-year-old, however, endured a slow start to his career at the Bernabeu, scoring his first goal after six appearances. Hazard told L’Equipe:
Eden Hazard reveals why he struggled when he left Chelsea for Real Madrid
EPL: Solskjaer speaks on Pochettino replacing him at Man Utd after getting sacked
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. has laughed off suggestions that Mauricio Pochettino’s availability has put extra pressure on his job. Pochettino was sacked by Tottenham Hotspurs on Tuesday but was seriously linked with Old Trafford job, before Solskjaer eventually got it. “It doesn’t bother me at all,” Solskjaer told a news conference on Friday.
EPL: Solskjaer speaks on Pochettino replacing him at Man Utd after getting sacked
John Fashanu reveals why Chelsea’s Tammy Abraham chose England over Nigeria
Former England international, John Fashanu, has revealed why Chelsea striker, Tammy Abraham decided to play for England over Nigeria. The 57-year-old, who played for England just twice in 1989, said the welfare package offered by the country’s Football Association was one of the reasons Abraham choose to play for the Three Lions over Nigeria. According
John Fashanu reveals why Chelsea’s Tammy Abraham chose England over Nigeria
EPL: Mohamed Salah, Kevin De Bruyne never good enough – John Terry
Chelsea legend, John Terry has claimed that Liverpool ace, Mohamed Salah, and Manchester City playmaker, Kevin De Bruyne failed under manager, Jose Mourinho at Chelsea because they weren’t good enough to play for the Blues. According to Terry, Salah and De Bruyne was “below the standard” of Damien Duff and Arjen Robben at Stamford Bridge
EPL: Mohamed Salah, Kevin De Bruyne never good enough – John Terry
EPL: Why Fabinho snubbed Man City, PSG, Man Utd for Liverpool
Liverpool midfielder, Fabinho, turned down interest from some of Europe’s top clubs in summer 2018, to join the club, according to The UK Telegraph. The Reds paid Monaco £39million for the Brazilian and Fabinho went on to win the Champions League in his first season at Anfield. In an interview, Fabinho’s brother-in-law, Ricardo Assis, said:
EPL: Why Fabinho snubbed Man City, PSG, Man Utd for Liverpool
EPL: Mourinho’s bonus to qualify Tottenham for Champions League this season revealed
Jose Mourinho will pocket an extra £2million bonus, if Tottenham Hotspur can finish in the top four in the Premier League this season, according to The UK Sun. The Portuguese will earn £15million a year, after becoming the new Spurs manager following Mauricio Pochettino’s departure. However, there is an added incentive for him to secure
EPL: Mourinho’s bonus to qualify Tottenham for Champions League this season revealed
EPL: Charlies Nicholas predicts Man City vs Chelsea, Arsenal vs Southampton
Former Arsenal star, Charlie Nicholas, has backed Pep Guardiola to get the better of Frank Lampard, when Manchester City host Chelsea in this weekend’s standout Premier League clash. Before the international break, Guardiola’s men lost 3-1 at leaders Liverpool, leaving them one place and one point behind the Blues. Despite their disappointing campaign far, Nicholas
EPL: Charlies Nicholas predicts Man City vs Chelsea, Arsenal vs Southampton
EPL: Pochettino’s farewell message to Tottenham players revealed
Mauricio Pochettino’s goodbye message to his Tottenham players, has been revealed by assistant Jesus Perez. The Spaniard posted two pictures on social media 48 hours after they were sacked by Spurs. One showed Pochettino writing the message on a tactics board in the players’ dressing room. “Big thanks to you all,” it read. “We can’t
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