World Cup referee who awarded 17 yellow cards in one game kicked out of the tournament

World Cup referee who awarded 17 yellow cards in one game kicked out of the tournament

After experiencing the wrath of Argentina’s star Lionel Messi, referee Antonio Mateu Lahoz will not officiate any more World Cup matches. The South American’s quarterfinal matchup with the Dutch happened last week, and the Spaniard was put in charge of the match. Argentina won the match on penalties, but there were serious objections directed at... Read More

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November 22, 2022

FIFA World Cup 2022: France begins title defence while Argentina and Lionel Messi kick off their campaigns

Didier Deschamps’ squad, which won the 2018 World Cup by overcoming Croatia in the final, is aiming to become the first team to win the championship back-to-back since Brazil in 1958 and 1962. France has been rocked by a slew of injuries, including important midfielders N’Golo Kante and Paul Pogba, as well as Ballon d’Or... Read More

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July 13, 2021

282m face malnutrition in Africa- UN report says; Jailed transgender women in Cameroon to be released pending appeal | 5 Things That Matter Today

Across the African continent, here are 5 culturally relevant stories you shouldn’t miss out on: 282 million face malnutrition in Africa- UN report says. World hunger and malnutrition levels worsened dramatically last year, with most of the increase likely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a multi-agency United Nations (U.N.) report published on Monday.... Read More

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November 25, 2020

Soccer legend, Diego Maradona leaves a legacy of imperfect glory | #YNaijaSportsExtra

Argentine football legend, Diego Maradona has just passed on after suffering a heart failure. The fabled Argentina attacking midfielder suffered a heart attack at his Buenos Aires home, with Argentine President, Alberto Fernandez declaring three days of national mourning. Maradona during his glory days enjoyed tremendous success as a footballer at both the national and... Read More

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June 26, 2018

#WorldCup Roundup: Rojo breaks Nigerian hearts with 85th minute winner

Argentina ensured progression to the second round ahead of Nigeria after defeating the Super Eagles 2-1 in the Group D encounter. Lionel Messi opened the scoring in the 14th minute after latching to a fantastic ball from Ever Banega, beating Francis Uzoho with the fantastic right footed shot. Nigeria looked pedestrian after the goal and... Read More

#WorldCup 2018 Preview: Are the Super Eagles set for yet another defeat against Iceland?

The Super Eagles will be looking to bounce back (we hope so) after their depressing opening-day defeat to Croatia when they face Iceland today by 4:00pm at Volgograd Arena. The Nigerian team will be looking to capitalise on Croatia’s 3-0 drubbing of Argentina yesterday to grab second spot in the group. However, things will not... Read More

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June 21, 2018

#WorldCup 2018: Messi’s underwhelming Argentina falls to the sword against Croatia | France qualify at the expense of Peru

There was nothing Lionel Messi could do as Argentina were utterly outclassed and defeated 3-0 against a better Croatian team. Messi was indeed a non-feature in the game and Argentina hardly troubled Croatia. Croatia had the best of chances in the first half but were unfortunate to end the half goalless. Willy Caballero’s howler handed... Read More

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December 1, 2017

2018 World Cup Draw: “Argentina again?” Two African nations in groups of death and more

by Alexander O. Onukwue For the third consecutive tournament, Nigeria will play Argentina at the group stages of the 2018 World Cup Finals to be held in Russia next summer. The draws held on December 1 at the Moscow State Kremlin revealed Nigeria will be in Group D with the two-time champions and runner-ups of... Read More

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November 23, 2017

Despite victory against Argentina, Nigeria drops 9 places in FIFA ranking

The Super Eagles of Nigeria has dropped nine places to 50th position on the latest FIFA ranking. This is despite defeating Argentina 4-2 in a recent friendly some days back. Nigeria, which were ranked 41st in the world and 5th in Africa last month, are now 8th on the continent. Senegal rose to their highest ever position... Read More

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November 14, 2017

Super Eagles thrash Argentina 4-2 in friendly match (WATCH)

The Super Eagles has defeated Argentina 4-2 in an International friendly match on Tuesday. Ever Banega had put the Argentines in front with a free-kick before Sergio Aguero doubled the lead in the 36th minute. Leicester City’s Kelechi Iheanacho sent in a spectacular free-kick just before half-time to make the scores 2-1. In the second... Read More

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November 14, 2017

We’ve a game plan with or without Messi – Super Eagles coach, Rohr

With or without Lionel Messi, the Super Eagles Coach, Gernot Rohr has said his team are ready to take on Argentina today. Why it matters: Messi was given permission by coach Jorge Sampoli to return to Barcelona, with an aim to test how his team will fare without him. “The lack of Messi is not... Read More

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October 26, 2017

2018 World Cup: Argentina’s ambassador to Russia calls for calm despite Messi poster

Argentina‘s ambassador to Russia, Ricardo Lagorio, has reassured fans that next year’s World Cup will be safe. Why it matters: A pro-ISIS media group this week issued a threat to carry out an attack at the World Cup in Russia next year with a poster of Barcelona star and Argentina captain, Lionel Messi crying tears of blood. “The... Read More

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October 21, 2017

Super Eagles to tackle Argentina in November friendly match

Nigeria’s Super Eagles will tackle two–time world champions Argentina in an international friendly in the Russian city of Krasnodar on Tuesday, 14th November 2017. NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi said arrangements are almost concluded. He said the match will be subject to the approval by football governing body, FIFA. “We have had long and fruitful talks,... Read More

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July 1, 2017

Lionel Messi weds childhood sweetheart in lavish ceremony

Football star Lionel Messi has married his childhood sweetheart, Antonella Roccuzzo in a lavish wedding in Argentina. Over 250 guests including football’s biggest names were present at the exotic hotel complex where they were joined as a couple. The wedding was held at 2200 GMT in the City Center casino, which stands right next to... Read More

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April 6, 2017

Super Eagles ranked 40th in latest FIFA ranking

by Dolapo Adelana The Super Eagles are now ranked the 40th best team in men’s football. In the latest ranking by world football governing body, FIFA, Nigeria moved a step further the log and are now the fifth best team in Africa behind Egypt, Senegal, Cameroon, Burkina Faso, who occupy the first, second, third and... Read More

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August 12, 2016

Just In: Messi returns to international football

Lionel Messi has reversed his decision to retire from international football, saying he loves Argentina “too much”. The Barcelona playmaker announced his retirement from international football immediately after Argentina’s penalty shoot-out loss to Chile in the Copa America final in June. But after holding a recent meeting with new Argentina coach Edgardo Bauza, the 29-year-old has... Read More

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August 8, 2016

Rio Olympics: Argentina defeats Nigeria 94 – 66

Nigeria’s male basketball team, D’Tigers lost their first game at the 2016 Rio Olympics to South American giants Argentina. The Argentines led by San Antonio Spurs’ Manu Ginobili took the first quarter 22-15. Facundo Campazzo led Argentina with 19 points, while flag bearer Luis Scola had 18 for the 2004 gold medalists. Patricio Garino finished... Read More

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July 14, 2016

FIFA ranking: Super Eagles drop 9 places, Argentina remain the best

The Super Eagles’ of Nigeria have dropped nine places in the latest FIFA ranking released on Thursday July 14. The Eagles are now ranked 17th in Africa, and 70th in the world alongside Congo. The top five teams in Africa are Algeria, Cote D’Ivoire in second place and Ghana in third. Senegal and Egypt are fourth... Read More

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July 5, 2016

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BREAKING: Argentina coach, Gerardo Martino quits

Argentina’s national team coach, Gerardo Martino has resigned following the team’s loss to Chile at the 2016 Copa America final in June. Martino had promised to continue as the team’s coach but could no longer keep up with criticism from supporters as Argentina failed to lift a silverware on two ocassions under his watch. In... Read More

June 29, 2016

Opinion: Lionel Messi – the curse of being so good

By Ololade Ajekigbe1 “Just because we’re magic doesn’t mean we’re not real”- Jesse Williams I had a fairly difficult time titling this piece. I played around with “The Stars Also Cry,” thought that wasn’t quite good enough and changed it to “Geniuses Also Cry,” and had opted for that until I had some sort of... Read More

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June 27, 2016

How Chile defeated Argentina to win another ‘Copa America’ trophy (WATCH)

For Chile, the last two championship finals against Argentina has been a hit back to back, while for the Argentines, it was another year to mope after losing the second consecutive Copa America final on penalties. Both Argentina and Chile were reduced to 10 men in a heated first half as Marcos Rojo and Marcelo Diaz... Read More

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June 22, 2016

Messi becomes Argentina’s highest goal scorer of all-time (WATCH)

All eyes were on Lionel Messi – on Tuesday night during Argentina’s Copa America semifinal clash with host, USA at the NRG Stadium – to see if he could etch his name into the history books by becoming Argentina’s all time goal scorer; and as usual, he set a new record in spectacular fashion. Argentina cruised into the... Read More

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June 19, 2016

Messi set to become Argentina’s all-time highest goalscorer (WATCH)

Lionel Messi has come a goal closer to become Argentina’s all-time No.1 marksman after reaching Gabriel Batistuta‘s goal-scoring record in Argentina’s 4-1 win over Venezuela in the Copa America Centenario. Messi scored one in his side’s victory to equal the legend’s 54-goal record. He is now the top goalscorer in the Copa America with his fourth... Read More

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June 18, 2016

Copa America 2016: Is this Argentina’s year?

by Dolapo Adelana The 2016 Copa America kicked off on Saturday June 4, with host – United States of America losing the opener to Colombia by two goals to nil. The championship gradually progressed as other teams showed their mettle as contenders. While Mexico’s 3-1 victory over Uruguay put a dent to their title chances,... Read More

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May 13, 2015

Aisha Buhari believes no girl should be married before 17

by Panshak Ibrahim According to the incoming First lady of Nigeria, Aisha Buhari, no girl should be married before age 17. Mrs Buhari took on the role of girl-child advocate while speaking to Channels TV at the Global Women Conference held in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She also made a presentation on the dangers women and girls... Read More

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February 12, 2015

Sergio Aguero attempts Maradona’s ‘hand of God’ goal (See Photos)

by Mark Bassey It really does seems some traits run in the family lines. Yesterday against Stoke City, Sergio Aguero tried to emulate his father-in-law Diego Maradona, by scoring something similar to his ‘hand of God’ goal. The Manchester City striker, who actually scored two legitimate goals in their 4-1 win, handled the ball into... Read More

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February 6, 2015

Lionel Messi will be haunted by World Cup failure forever – here’s why

by Mark Bassey Lionel Messi has admitted that failing to win the World Cup final last year, is something he and the rest of his Argentina team-mates will regret forever. Mario Gotze scored an extra time winner for Germany, as they beat the Albiceleste 1-0 to win the competition. “What can I say? It’s a... Read More

argentina, barcelona, messi, world cup

February 2, 2015

Angel Di Maria’s Manchester home burgled

by Mark Bassey It has emerged that Angel Di Maria and his family were victims of a terrifying burglary on Saturday night. According to reports, the intruders gained access to his Cheshire mansion, by using scaffolding poles to smash their way through patio doors. The break-in happened around 7.30pm, after the Argentina winger played in... Read More

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August 29, 2014