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Sierra Leone confident of upsetting Super Eagles in AFCON qualifiers
Sierra Leone’s prodigal coach John Kiester, is exuding confidence in his side as he unveiled a list of 23 players, including 14 foreign-based ones, for the Leone Stars double header against Nigeria in the frame of Cameroon 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Keister admitted that he will be facing a tough side but expressedRead More
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Super Eagles in full training, upbeat on victory against Leone Stars
By Ozioruva Aliu, Benin-City Super Eagles had a full training session yesterday ahead of today’s Match Day 3 AFCON qualifier where they expressed determination to secure the maximum points in their Match against the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone in Benin City. The players who spoke with newsmen immediate after their training session on WednesdayRead More
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Barcelona alleges overpaying Neymar, to sue Brazilian star
Barcelona will sue Neymar for 10.2 million euros ($12 million) that they believe they overpaid the Brazilian during his time at the club, according to a report in El Mundo on Wednesday. Neymar enjoyed a successful spell at Barca between 2013 and 2017 before joining Paris Saint-Germain for 222 million euros, a world record fee.Read More
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E2%80%95-gernot-rohr/ Expect tough match against Sierra Leone ― Gernot Rohr
Gabriel Enogholase AHEAD of Friday’s African Cup of Nations qualifying match between Nigeria and Sierra Leone at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin, Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr has predicted a tough match against the Leone Stars. Speaking with journalists shortly after training with the national team yesterday in Benin, Rohr who commended theRead More
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NBA approves 2020-21 season deal
The NBA’s board of governors formally approved a deal for a shortened 2020-2021 season on Tuesday, with the new campaign tipping off on December 22. An NBA statement said the league’s board unanimously approved adjustments to the current collective bargaining agreement, which has been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. The statement said the league wouldRead More
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PHOTOS: Super Eagles train ahead of Sierra Leone AFCON clash
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have begun training ahead of their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier clash against Sierra Leone in Benin, Edo State. Players who have arrived in camp include: Ahmed Musa, William Troost-Ekong, Alex Iwobi, Ola Aina Joe Aribo, Leon Balogun Kevin Akpoguma Sebastin Osigwe Zaidu Sanusi, Tyronne Ebuehi, Etebo Oghenekaro, MadukaRead More
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Coaches praise Gov Wike preseason tournament
Coaches of some of the clubs participating at the ongoing Governor Wike Pre-Season Tournament in Port Harcourt have heaped praises on the organisers of the championships, as they described it as a good way to prepare their teams for the coming league campaign. MFM of Lagos coach, Tony Bolus, said the tournament afforded him theRead More
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AFCON Qualifier: CAF bars media, journalists from Nigeria, Sierra Leone match
The Confederation of African Football has categorically stated that no journalists or supporters would be allowed inside the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City for Friday’s 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone. In the guidelines communicated to the Nigeria Football Federation, CAFRead More
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Maradona’s condition improves in hospital after brain surgery
Argentina and Napoli great Diego Maradona is continuing to make an “incredible recovery” from brain surgery, according to his personal doctor Leopoldo Luque. The 60-year-old underwent a “routine” operation for a subdural haematoma last Tuesday, a day after being admitted to hospital due to concerns over anaemia and dehydration. ALSO READ: Amputee footballers to FG: PayRead More
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Sierra Leone’s Kamara comes out of retirement for Eagles clash
Sierra Leone striker Kei Kamara has come out of international retirement to re-join his country’s national team ahead of their upcoming 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Leone Stars will play Nigeria in Benin City on Friday and host the Super Eagles four days later in Freetown. It comes a year after the formerRead More
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Three players to watch out for as Nigeria, Sierra Leone clash on Friday
Gernot Rohr would lead his side against the lowly ranked African side Sierra Leone but much would be required of the Nigerians as they play at home. As the clock ticks down to this game, there are players who are expected to determine their Super Eagles career and it promises great excitement to see how …
Three players to watch out for as Nigeria, Sierra Leone clash on Friday
Nigeria vs Sierra Leone: Three significant things to expect from teams
Nigeria would take on Sierra Leone on Friday in the African Nations Cup qualifier ahead of the International fixture. The Super Eagles are in preparation ahead of the all-important game as a win could be to Nigeria’s advantage with respect to their weighty aspirations. With players in camp amid certain match expectations, DAILY POST takes …
Nigeria vs Sierra Leone: Three significant things to expect from teams
Nigeria vs Sierra Leone: Super Eagles players to undergo COVID-19 test
Nigeria’s senior national team players will undergo COVID-19 tests, before Friday’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sierra Leone, Goal reports. The Super Eagles players and their coaches are expected to undergo the test, Wednesday afternoon. Few hours after that, they will have their second training session at the newly renovated Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in …
Nigeria vs Sierra Leone: Super Eagles players to undergo COVID-19 test
EPL: Carragher names two undisciplined players in Premier League
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has described Manchester United midfielders Pogba Pogba and Bruno Fernandes as the most undisciplined players in the Premier League. Fernandes is currently one of Manchester United’s most important players, with Ole Gunner Solskjaer deploying him at the creative hub of United’s midfield. Carragher said putting Pogba alongside Fernandes would make …
EPL: Carragher names two undisciplined players in Premier League
Kai Havertz reveals why he snubbed Bayern Munich move
Kai Havertz has claimed he chose Chelsea over Bayern Munich this summer because he is aiming to replicate Frank Lampard’s impact at Stamford Bridge. The 21-year-old moved from Bayer Leverkusen in a £71million deal in September. However, Bayern was keen to keep one of the best young German prospects in the Bundesliga. Havertz admits he …
Kai Havertz reveals why he snubbed Bayern Munich move
EPL: Jamie Carragher attacks Paul Pogba, criticises his playing skills
Former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher, has said he does not believe that Manchester United midfielder, Paul Pogba, is a great player. He said the Red Devils should consider selling Pogba, adding that the Frenchman cannot compare to Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard or Yaya Toure. Pogba has battled injury and COVID-19 and has struggled for consistent …
EPL: Jamie Carragher attacks Paul Pogba, criticises his playing skills
EPL: Troy Deeney predicts teams to finish in top four
Watford captain, Troy Deeney, has predicted how clubs will finish in the top four of the Premier League this season, the UK Mirror reports. Deeney feels Manchester United and Arsenal will not make the cut. He has gone for Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City and Liverpool in no particular order. “I think the top four, …
EPL: Troy Deeney predicts teams to finish in top four
Tension as Barcelona fail to agree wage cuts with players
Barcelona have not yet found an agreement with their players over a wage deduction, according to Catalunya Radio. The negotiations are being led by interim president, Carlos Tusquets, following the resignation of Josep Maria Bartomeu last month. Barca have now extended the deadline on imposing a wage deduction on their squad by one week, after …
Tension as Barcelona fail to agree wage cuts with players
LaLiga: Messi not happy with Griezmann’s arrival – Eric Olhats
Barcelona captain, Lionel Messi, has been accused of shunning Antoine Griezmann and holding too much power at Camp Nou. Griezmann’s former agent, Eric Olhats, said that Messi’s attitude towards the Frenchman has been “deplorable.” According to Olhats, the Argentine superstar is being a bad influence to Griezman off the pitch at Camp Nou. Barcelona acquired …
LaLiga: Messi not happy with Griezmann’s arrival – Eric Olhats
EPL: Mourinho tipped to win title with Tottenham this season
Former Arsenal star, Paul Merson, has tipped Tottenham Hotspur to win the Premier League this season. Spurs briefly went top of the table on Sunday for the first time in six years following a 1-0 win at West Brom. The North London side go into this international break second on the log, ahead of Liverpool …
EPL: Mourinho tipped to win title with Tottenham this season
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