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Lionel Messi and Argentina win the FIFA 2022 World Cup

After a thrilling 3-3 draw in the 2022 World Cup final in Qatar, Lionel Messi and Argentina won the tournament on penalties, a feat that will go down in history…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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#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…

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#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…

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#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…

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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.…

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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.…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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.…

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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.…

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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…

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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…

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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.…

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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…

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“The pain was so bad I wet the bed” – Batistuta reveals ankle issues after retirement

by 'Ifreke Inyang Former Argentina striker Gabriel Batistuta, has spoken out about the excruciating ankle pain he felt, after he decided to hang up his boots. The 45-year-old was one…

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