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Football world celebrates Okocha at 47
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Confederation of African Football (Caf), Fifa, Bolton Wanders and Eintracht Frankfurt have celebrated with Jay-Jay Okocha on his 47th birthday.
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The National Sports Industry Policy – lessons from Adenuga and Ogbemudia!
I admit that I have not read the entirety of the draft of the proposed new National Sports Industry Policy.
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Champions League glory will enhance Guardiola’s Legacy at City – Cole
Pep Guardiola can enhance his Manchester City legacy by guiding the club to Champions League glory, according to former Arsenal and Chelsea full-back Ashley Cole. City beat Spanish champions Real Madrid 2-1 in last week’s last-16 second leg to seal a 4-2 aggregate victory and advance through to the final-eight mini tournament in Lisbon. LyonRead More
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Liverpool’s Klopp named Premier League Manager of the season
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has been named Premier League Manager of the Season for 2019-20. The Reds won their first top-flight title in 30 years, finishing on a club-record 99 points, 18 clear of previous champions Manchester City. Klopp’s side went unbeaten in their first 27 games, winning 26, and set a record for earliestRead More
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Neuer feels a ’little sorry’ for Ter Stegen after Bayern humiliation
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer said he was saddened to see German rival and Barcelona counterpart Marc-Andre ter Stegen concede eight goals in Friday’s Champions League quarter-final humiliation. Bayern embarrassed LaLiga giants Barca 8-2 in Lisbon, where Neuer’s team-mates became the first team in Champions League history to score eight goals in a knockout match.Read More
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Pique calls for overhaul at Barcelona after 8-2 thrashing by Bayern
Gerard Pique called for “changes at all levels” at Barcelona after Quique Setien’s side were thrashed 8-2 by Bayern Munich in the Champions League. After finishing second to Real Madrid in LaLiga and failing in the Copa del Rey this season, Barca’s final hopes of silverware were dashed in remarkable fashion in Lisbon on Friday.Read More
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There was mafia in Eagles —Chidi Nwanu
Chidi Nwanu’s story in the Super Eagles could be likened to a Nollywood movie. From the remote hamlets of Ufuru in Mbaise, Imo State, Chidi’s skills took him to uncharted lands. His confidence, rare bravery and a divine touch gave him special favours that were beyond human comprehension.
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Uganda’s Joshua Cheptegei sets new 5000m world record
Uganda’s Joshua Cheptegei set a stunning new 5000m world record at the season-opening Monaco Diamond League meet on Friday. The world 10,000m champion clocked 12min 35.36sec at the Stade Louis II to shatter Ethiopian Kenenisa Bekele’s previous best of 12:37.35, set in 2004. “I’ve tried to improve on my speed,” smiled Cheptegei when asked whatRead More
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Serena Williams loses in 3 sets to opponent ranked 116th
Entering Friday, Serena Williams had played 967 tour-level singles matches as a professional, with just four losses against opponents ranked outside the top 100 — and none in eight years. Well, it’s time to add to that list: Williams was beaten by No. 116 Shelby Rogers 1-6, 6-4, 7-6 (5) in the Top Seed OpenRead More
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UEFA Champions League results
UEFA Champions League results on Friday (all matches at 1900 GMT): All matches in Lisbon Quarter-finals Estadio da Luz Barcelona (ESP) 2 (Alaba 7-og, Suarez 57) Bayern Munich (GER) 8 (Mueller 4, 31, Perisic 22, Gnabry 27, Kimmich 63, Lewandowski 82, Coutinho 85, 89) Saturday Estadio Jose Alvalade Manchester City (ENG) v Lyon (FRA) Played Thursday EstadioRead More
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Champions League: Messi approves Setien’s replacement after Barcelona’s 8-2 defeat
Barcelona captain, Lionel Messi, has reportedly approved former Tottenham Hotspur coach, Mauricio Pochettino as manager, Quique Setien’s replacement at the club in the wake of their 8-2 Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich. Messi saw Barcelona thrashed 8-2 by their Bundesliga counterparts in the Champions League last-8 final tie on Friday night in Portugal. Thomas …
Champions League: Messi approves Setien’s replacement after Barcelona’s 8-2 defeat
BREAKING: Arsenal sack Raul Sanllehi amid investigation into £72m Pepe deal
Arsenal have confirmed the exit of Head of Football, Raul Sanllehi, on Saturday. In an official club statement, the Gunners said current managing director, Vinai Venkatesham, will take over. “Raul has made a big contribution during his time with us and will always be part of the Arsenal family. “We thank him for all his …
BREAKING: Arsenal sack Raul Sanllehi amid investigation into £72m Pepe deal
Champions League: Messi asked to leave Barcelona after 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich
Former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand, has asked Lionel Messi to quit Barcelona this summer. This follows their shambolic 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final on Friday night. Ferdinand, speaking on BT Sport, feels Messi cannot waste the rest of his playing years with the LaLiga giants. Bayern scored four goals …
Champions League: Messi asked to leave Barcelona after 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich
Man City vs Lyon: Owen predicts Champions League quarter-final clash
Former England striker, Michael Owen, has tipped Manchester City to eliminate Lyon from the Champions League, when both teams face each other in the quarter-final on Saturday. Owen feels Pep Guardiola’s experience will prove vital in the crucial tie. City are bidding to reach the last four for the first time under Guardiola, where they …
Man City vs Lyon: Owen predicts Champions League quarter-final clash
Champions League: How much money Barcelona will pay Liverpool if Coutinho wins trophy with Bayern revealed
It has been revealed that Barcelona will pay Liverpool €5m (£4.5m) if midfielder, Philippe Coutinho, wins this season’s Champions League with Bayern Munich, Mirror UK reports. Coutinho scored twice against his parent club, Barcelona, for Bayern on Friday night after coming from the bench in the German side’s Champions League quarter-final 8-2 thrashing of the …
Champions League: How much money Barcelona will pay Liverpool if Coutinho wins trophy with Bayern revealed
Champions League: UEFA makes revelation about Messi, Ronaldo as Bayern humble Barcelona
The Union of European Football Association (UEFA) has said that the Champions League semi-finals will not feature either Barcelona captain, Lionel Messi or Juventus forward, Cristiano Ronaldo for the first time since the 2004/2005 campaign. UEFA said this immediately after Bayern Munich eliminated Barcelona from the Champions League last-8 final on Friday night. In a …
Champions League: UEFA makes revelation about Messi, Ronaldo as Bayern humble Barcelona
This club needs changes – Pique reacts to Barcelona’s 8-2 defeat to Bayern
Barcelona defender, Gerard Pique, has called for changes in the club, following their humiliating 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich on Friday night. The LaLiga side have been eliminated from the Champions League in the quarter-final stage for the second time in three years. “This club needs changes, and I don’t mean the manager, or any …
This club needs changes – Pique reacts to Barcelona’s 8-2 defeat to Bayern
Champions League: Barcelona president reacts to 8-2 defeat against Bayern Munich
Barcelona president, Josep Bartomeu, has spoken out after the club’s 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final on Friday. Bartomeu apologised to fans after the humiliating loss, which means they end this season trophyless. The LaLiga giants conceded four goals in each half, as they yet again failed to reach the final …
Champions League: Barcelona president reacts to 8-2 defeat against Bayern Munich
Champions League: Setien reacts as Bayern Munich thrash Barcelona 8-2
Barcelona manager, Quique Setien, has reacted to his side’s 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final on Friday. The LaLiga giants conceded four goals in each half, as they yet again failed to reach the final stages of the competition. But Setien, speaking with the media after the game, said he was …
Champions League: Setien reacts as Bayern Munich thrash Barcelona 8-2
Barcelona vs Bayern Munich: Rio Ferdinand points out mistake with Messi
Former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand, has criticized the Barcelona board for mistakes in the transfer market since Neymar left the club and claims the club are too reliant on Lionel Messi. Neymar left for Paris Saint-Germain in a world-record £198million move in 2017. But Barca have struggled to replace him, with Ousmane Dembele and …
Barcelona vs Bayern Munich: Rio Ferdinand points out mistake with Messi
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