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June 23, 2016

Sorry Arsenal, Jamie Vardy is staying with Leicester for 4 more years

Jamie Vardy has inked a 4-year contract extension with English Premier League champions, Leicester City. This brings to an end weeks of speculation surrounding the striker’s future after Arsenal reportedly activated his 20 million pounds release clause earlier this month. “Leicester City have today (Thursday) agreed with the representatives of Jamie Vardy to extend the England... Read More
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June 22, 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo sets goal-scoring record (WATCH)

While the world was swooning over Lionel Messi‘s record breaking free-kick at the Copa America, pressure was mounting on his rival, Cristiano Ronaldo – who had to prove he could use his club-winning form to rescue Portugal from an embarrassing exit from the group stage of the Euros. As expected of the quality of his talent,... Read More
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June 22, 2016

Here’s how the late Stephen Keshi will be buried

The family of the late Stephen Keshi has announced the burial arrangements of the former Super Eagles player and coach. The funeral lineup includes a number of activities such as a tribute night in Abuja, church service and novelty football match in Benin City while his funeral will hold in his home town of Illah. This... Read More
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June 22, 2016

Ex-International football star pays surprise visit to COPA Coca-Cola teens (WATCH)

Legendary ex-international football star, Mutiu Adepoju, who is popularly known as The Headmaster, was at the COPA Coca-Cola coaching clinic not just to watch from the sidelines, but stopped by in his training shoes, to motivate the young football players with drills and inspirational words at the training clinic in Ibadan. The 2016 COPA Coca-Cola U-15... 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 15, 2016

Keshi’s children shocked over ‘fixing of burial date’

The children of the late Nigeria captain and coach Stephen Keshi are presently in the country for the funeral of their father. The bereaved children of the late Keshi expressed surprise that some persons had without their consent, already fixed a date for their father’s burial when they had not even seen his corpse. “I just... Read More
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June 13, 2016

Copa America: ‘Hand of God’ knocks out Brazil (WATCH)

Brazil has been knocked out at the group stage of the Copa America Centenario after losing 1- 0 to Peru in controversial circumstances. Dunga’s men fell victim to a fatal error from referee Andres Cunha who awarded a clear handball from Peru’s Raul Ruidiaz. 2015’s semifinalist Peru secured a place in the quarterfinals ahead of Brazil in Group... Read More
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June 12, 2016

#Euro2016: Luka Modric screamer gives Croatia victory over Turkey (WATCH)

Midfield maestro, Luka Modric led his Croatian side to a win over Turkey at the Parc Des Princes on Sunday. The Champions League winner scored a goal of the tournament contender four minutes to half time when he volleyed a dropping ball past Turkish keeper, Volkan Babacan. A reply from the Turks was hardly on the... Read More
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June 12, 2016

‘Most Nigerian football coaches are hypertensive’

About 75 percent of Nigerian coaches are hypertensive, says the President of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association, Bitrus Bewarang. Bewarang’s statement comes on the heels of the deaths of two former Nigeria’s football coaches, Stephen Keshi and Amodu Shuaibu – both men died in Benin City, Edo state. According to Vanguard, Bewarang also said that... Read More
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June 12, 2016

#Euro2016: Wasteful England suffer opening match blues (WATCH)

England were left stunned as a Denis Glushakov‘s goal denied them a win in their Euro 2016 opening clash against Russia on Saturday in Marseille. It appeared Roy Hodgson‘s men were going to walk away with victory on the night after an Eric Dier 20 yard free kick put them ahead in the 73rd minute of the... Read More
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June 10, 2016

Luis Suarez throws a tantrum after being told he can’t play (WATCH)

Uruguayan attacker, Luis Suarez is back with his mischievous antics and temperamental behaviour on the pitch. In his country’s last match at the ongoing Copa America against Venezuela, Suarez, who was on the bench, was told in the last minutes of the game that he couldn’t play because he was registered as an injured player for the... Read More
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June 9, 2016

NFF pays condolence visit to Stephen Keshi’s house in Benin (PHOTOS)

The president of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick alongside some executive members of the football body have paid a condolence visit to the residence of the late Stephen Keshi, in Benin, Edo. According to Punch, the delegation arrived at the home of former Nigerian player and coach at 10:55am on Thursday. The African... Read More
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June 9, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Beyonce keeps smashing records | Nigerian sues Jay Z, Rihanna | More Stories

Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning. ‘Olamide left me on the streets with no support’ – Former YBNL artiste. Beyonce is King! ‘Lemonade’ goes platinum Jay Z, Rihanna sued by owner of Beat FM, Chris Ubosi. ‘It is an... Read More
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June 8, 2016

Obafemi Martins bashed for not paying respect to his former coach, Stephen Keshi

Nigerian International, Obafemi Martins has faced heavy criticism from some disgruntled followers on his Instagram for not honouring his former coach, Stephen Keshi who passed away this morning. https://www.instagram.com/p/BGYqE8VE6vi/?taken-by=obagoal The striker who posted a selfie on his Instagram today with the caption ‘Back to Reality’ once said the late coach didn’t ‘like him’as he was frozen... Read More
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June 2, 2016

After 8 years, Dani Alves ‘decides to leave’ Barcelona for Juventus

Barcelona right back, Dani Alves is reportedly heading to Juventus on a free transfer this summer. Technical secretary of the club, Robert Fernandez revealed this whilst speaking to press men today. He was quoted as saying “Dani Alves has decided to leave. It’s a personal decision that we respect.” While no official statement has been made... Read More
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May 29, 2016

Joseph and Adaeze Yobo honoured with chieftancy titles in Rivers (PHOTOS)

Former Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo and his wife, Adaeze were honoured with a Chieftaincy title at a ceremony in Rivers state on Saturday. The couple was bestowed with the titles- Mene Aborlo 1 and Waamene Aborlo 1 of Ogoni, Rivers. Yobo on Friday, bowed out of the sport in a testimonial game graced by... Read More
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May 27, 2016

Manchester United’s appointment of Mourinho sets the Internet afire

After a long wait, the Special One is finally here. Jose Mourinho was unveiled as the new man in charge of managerial duites at Manchester United and the announcement has sent the internet into an overdrive – with many commending the appointment while others are not so enthusiastic about it. Here is what they are... Read More
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May 27, 2016

Jose Mourinho unveiled as new manager of Manchester United (PHOTO)

Manchester United fans can now breathe easy as Jose Mourinho has been officially announced as the new manager of Manchester United. The Portuguese coach inked a three year deal with an option to stay at the club until at least 2020. We are delighted to announce Jose Mourinho is our new manager! Full statement: https://t.co/PDiHMIWnpd #WelcomeJose pic.twitter.com/eZ8NBSz2up... Read More
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May 25, 2016

Ex-Real Madrid manager, Rafa Benitez to stay on at Football Championship side, Newcastle United

It has been confirmed that Rafa Benitez will stay on as the manager of relegated premier league outfit, Newcastle United. The Spaniard has signed a 3 year contract with the club, in a bid to help them find their way back to the English Premier league. The 56-year-old joined the Magpies in March, taking charge... Read More
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May 24, 2016

‘I am very disappointed’ | Van Gaal on being shown the door out of Manchester United

In reaction to his sack by the Manchester United board yesterday, Louis Van Gaal expressed chagrin at not been able to complete the three contract he signed with the club. He however believes he has done quite enough to lay a solid foundation for the next manager to build on following his FA Cup triumph... Read More
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May 21, 2016

Arsenal’s expensive love interest spotted at club’s training ground (PHOTOS)

Granit Xhaka‘s move to Arsenal may be more certain that one assumes – as pictures of the player at the club’s London Colney training ground have surfaced online. The 23-year-old reportedly arrived in the UK capital yesterday for a medical ahead of sealing a four-year deal with the Gunners. The Swiss player who has been on... Read More
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March 24, 2016

Sexual abuse: English footballer, Adam Johnson jailed for 6 years

Sunderland football player, Adam Johnson, has been sentenced to six years in jail by a British court for grooming and sexually abusing a 15 year old girl. In giving his judgement, the presiding Judge, Jonathan Rose, told Johnson that he caused the girl “severe psychological harm” and abused his position of trust. The judge said... Read More
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