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Ex-Arsenal defender Keown says Gunners are a ‘sinking ship’ under Emery
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown believes the club is a ‘sinking ship’ under current coach Unai Emery, following Saturday’s home draw against Southampton.
The Gunners were set for an embarrassing defeat to the Saints at the Emirates until Alexandre Lacazette popped up in the 96th minute to equalize.
With the team sitting eighth on the Premier League table, eight points adrift of fourth-placed Chelsea, Keown feels as if the decision to appoint Emery was a mistake.
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‘Balotelli is black and needs to lighten up’ – Brescia president Cellino embroiled in racism storm
Brescia president Massimo Cellino has found himself in the headlines once again after controversially referring to Mario Balotelli’s rocky situation at the club as “black”.
Balotelli had been dropped for the Serie A side’s clash with Roma on Sunday following a training ground incident that saw coach Fabio Grosso kick the striker out of the session, with Grosso hinting later at a press conference that his charge simply was not putting in enough effort.
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Barcelona star Oshoala rolls out plans to inspire young Nigerian girls
Asisat Oshoala is organizing a clinic and championship for young girls under the aegis of her foundation in Lagos this December.
The Barcelona striker, whose event will be staged in two phases at the Campus Mini Stadium, has scheduled the first to be held from December 4 to 6, while the second from December 20 to 24.
ALSO READ: Sarri: I was defined as a Taliban for wanting to play Sarriball
The three-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year, as in the past four editions, is aiming to continue mentoring young girls to embrace education while aspiring for success through sports.
Continue reading Barcelona star Oshoala rolls out plans to inspire young Nigerian girls at Vanguard News.
Sarri: I was defined as a Taliban for wanting to play Sarriball
Juventus coach Maurizio Sarri claimed he has been ostracised as a ‘Taliban’ by critics for wanting to play his own style of football.
The Italian tactician’s attacking brand of football, which has been dubbed ‘Sarriball’ by the media, was highly popular while he was at Napoli between 2015-18, as he led the Serie A club to two second-place finishes.
Sarri has veered away from his familiar style since joining Juve in the summer to fit in attacking players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Gonzalo Higuain and Paulo Dybala into the team.
Continue reading Sarri: I was defined as a Taliban for wanting to play Sarriball at Vanguard News.
Delta Force’s Ayo Adetola flattered by comparison to Spanish legend Xabi Alonso
Ayo Adetola admits he is enjoying comparisons with Spanish legend Xabi Alonso, while disclosing his resolve to become a household name. The midfielder joined Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) newcomers Delta Force from Niger Tornadoes at the start of the season – and within a short time has won fans’ hearts following his notable performances.
In his recent league outing, Adetola was named man-of-the-match as Delta Force swept aside Jigawa Golden Stars 4-1.
Continue reading Delta Force’s Ayo Adetola flattered by comparison to Spanish legend Xabi Alonso at Vanguard News.
Van Basten suspended by broadcaster for Nazi quip
Van Basten
Dutch Fox Sports on Monday suspended former Netherlands star Marco van Basten for a week as an analyst for saying “Sieg Heil” on air as a “joke of bad taste.”
The broadcaster said it would pay the former Dutch great’s salary for the week to the Dutch Institute for War, Holocaust and Genocide studies.
READ ALSO: Edwin van der Sar wants to become Manchester United’s director of football
The 55-year-old made the comment on Fox Sports pay-to-view channel after an interview ahead of the Eredivisie clash between Ajax and Heracles.
Continue reading Van Basten suspended by broadcaster for Nazi quip at Vanguard News.
Marseille retake second place in Ligue 1 with Toulouse win
Marseille reclaimed second spot in Ligue 1 when they won 2-0 at 10-man Toulouse who cracked in the final 15 minutes.
Earlier on Sunday, Bordeaux edged in-form Monaco 2-1 at home to briefly climb into third and Saint-Etienne drew 0-0 at home against Montpellier.
In Toulouse, the home team were reduced to 10 men when right-back Steven Moreira drove his studs into Bouna Sarr’s knee and received a red card after a video review.
Continue reading Marseille retake second place in Ligue 1 with Toulouse win at Vanguard News.
Beach Soccer World Cup: Nigeria lose second group game to Oman 6-5
Beach Soccer World Cup
Oman held off Nigeria and won 6-5 in a closely-fought encounter in Group D of the ongoing FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup.
Oman jumped into a two-goal lead thanks to Eid Al Farsi’s left-footed, curling rocket into the far corner from distance and Jalal Al Sinani’s impressive scissor kick. Emeka Ogbonna responded to the early letdown by scoring two goals and bringing the Super Sand Eagles level early in the second period.
Continue reading Beach Soccer World Cup: Nigeria lose second group game to Oman 6-5 at Vanguard News.
Tottenham banking on Mourinho recovering golden touch in Europe
Tottenham turned to Jose Mourinho to try and maintain their status as a Champions League club, but a terrible start to the Premier League season leaves the Portuguese with a mountain to climb either domestically or in Europe.
Mourinho’s appointment was not a universally popular one with the Spurs’ support given his past as a two-time Chelsea manager.
He managed to make the right first impression by securing Tottenham’s first away win in the Premier League since January with a 3-2 victory at West Ham on Saturday that was far more comprehensive that the scoreline suggested.
Continue reading Tottenham banking on Mourinho recovering golden touch in Europe at Vanguard News.
Take a bow, Nigerian athletes
It’s not all the time that National Federations get commendations from their international bodies. Recently, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria received commendation letters from the IAAF President Sebastian Coe, the President of the Confederation of Athletics Hamad Kalkaba Malboum and the President Nigeria Olympic Committee Engr. Habu Gumel.
Continue reading Take a bow, Nigerian athletes at Vanguard News.
EPL: Neville criticise Fred, Pereira, tells Solskjaer to sign three experienced players in January
Former Manchester United star, Gary Neville has slammed midfielders, Fred and Andreas Pereira following their display in the Red Devils’ 3-3 draw against Sheffield United on Sunday. He also urged Man United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to sign three experienced players in the January transfer window. “Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has to go and spend the
EPL: Neville criticise Fred, Pereira, tells Solskjaer to sign three experienced players in January
EPL: Pogba accused of faking injury to force Real Madrid move
Manchester United midfielder, Paul Pogba, has recovered from injury but does not want to play for the club, according to Sport Witness. It is claimed that sources from inside the Old Trafford dressing room, insist Pogba is fit. The 26-year-old is now so desperate to leave Old Trafford and join Real Madrid in January, he
EPL: Pogba accused of faking injury to force Real Madrid move
Tottenham vs Olympiacos: Mourinho eyes third Champions League trophy
Tottenham Hotspur manager, Jose Mourinho, has said he wants to win the Champions League, for the third time in his career. Mourinho’s second game in charge of Spurs is the group game with Olympiacos, where a point will send them through to the knockout stages for a third successive year. The Portuguese have previously won
Tottenham vs Olympiacos: Mourinho eyes third Champions League trophy
Real Madrid vs PSG: What Zidane said about Champions League clash
Real Madrid manager, Zinedine Zidane has insisted that the Los Blancos are “not looking to get revenge” when they host Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Tuesday night at the Santiago Bernabeu. Zidane’s men were beaten 3-0 by PSG in September in their opening Group A fixture. “We aren’t looking to get revenge after
Real Madrid vs PSG: What Zidane said about Champions League clash
Champions League: Real Madrid’s squad to face PSG revealed
Real Madrid has announced their squad that will face Paris Saint-Germain in today’s UEFA Champions League clash at the Santiago Bernabeu. Real Madrid coach, Zinedine Zidane, released a list to 19 players to tackle the visitors on the club’s official website. The La Liga giants head to the game following a 3-1 victory against Real
Champions League: Real Madrid’s squad to face PSG revealed
Champions League: Charlie Nicholas predicts Tottenham vs Olympiacos, Man City vs Shakhtar Donetsk
Former Arsenal star, Charlie Nicholas, has predicted some of today’s UEFA Champions League fixtures. Manchester City will take on Shakhtar Donetsk at the Etihad Stadium after beating Chelsea 2-1 over the weekend in the Premier League. Jose Mourinho’s Tottenham Hotspur will face Olympiacos following a 3-2 victory over West Ham United in the Premier League
Champions League: Charlie Nicholas predicts Tottenham vs Olympiacos, Man City vs Shakhtar Donetsk
Champions League: Sarri speaks on ‘rift’ with Cristiano Ronaldo
Juventus manager, Maurizio Sarri, has described his relationship with forward, Cristiano Ronaldo as ‘good’. Sarri said this while reacting to media speculation of a rift between him and Ronaldo. Ronaldo was withdrawn after just 55 minutes against AC Milan in Serie A, while he was also taken off against Lokomotiv Moscow in the Champions League
Champions League: Sarri speaks on ‘rift’ with Cristiano Ronaldo
EPL: Arteta ready to begin negotiations with Arsenal to replace Emery
Mikel Arteta is ready to hold talks with Arsenal about replacing Unai Emery as manager, according to the UK Times. Emery got the job ahead of Arteta in 2018, after Arsene Wenger stepped down following his 22-year reign at Arsenal. Arteta, who played for the Gunners as a player from 2011 to 2016, retained his
EPL: Arteta ready to begin negotiations with Arsenal to replace Emery
EPL: Gary Neville reveals real reason Mourinho took Tottenham job
Former Manchester United defender, Gary Neville, has claimed that the new working relationship between Tottenham manager, Jose Mourinho and chairman Daniel Levy, is “a marriage of convenience”. Mourinho returned to English football last week, signing a three-and-a-half year deal with Spurs, 11 months after he was fired by Manchester United. Neville, though, feels the prospect
EPL: Gary Neville reveals real reason Mourinho took Tottenham job
Ballon D’Or 2019: Mbappe reveals why he will not win award
France and Paris Saint-Germain forward, Kylian Mbappe, has admitted he doesn’t deserve to win this year’s Ballon d’Or. The 20-year-old is among 30 players nominated for the award, with Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk favourite to earn the trophy ahead of Barcelona’s Lionel Messi and Juventus’ Cristiano Ronaldo. But Mbappe feels his chances are slim and
Ballon D’Or 2019: Mbappe reveals why he will not win award
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