#YNaijaSportsExtra: Barcelona set to butt heads with PSG | #UCLDraw

#YNaijaSportsExtra: Barcelona set to butt heads with PSG | #UCLDraw

The group stages of the UEFA Champions League came to an end on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, and with it came a certainty to which teams will make it to the next round. The next round, which is also called the Round of 16, will host, like the name suggests, 16 teams, all of whom... Read More

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December 9, 2020

#YNaijaSportsAnalysis: Is Messi still ahead after Ronaldo’s victory? See Stats

The football world last night got treated to arguably the biggest and certainly the most anticipated match of the UEFA Champion’s League 2020 group stage, between Cristiano Ronaldo‘s side Juventus and Lionel Messi‘s side Barcelona, and to say it was a nail biter would ironically be both true and false. The Juventus/Barcelona clash ended in... Read More

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November 25, 2020

#YNaijaSportsExtra: At age 33 and 35, Messi and Ronaldo still dominate conversations for World best footballers

It’s been over a decade of dominance for both superstar players, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, and even in their 30s they are not showing any signs of slowing down. These two have competed at the highest level and have indisputably been the top two footballers in the world for the last decade, with both... Read More

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October 28, 2020

#YNaijaSportsExtra: Ronaldo vs Messi showdown not happening, owing to a small misunderstanding

Remember how excited the football world was to discover that both Lionel Messi’s team Barcelona, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s team, Juventus, were set to face off in the UEFA Champion’s league, having found themselves on the same table during the UCL draws? Well, that excitement would have to be put on hold, as Ronaldo squaring off... Read More

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October 1, 2020

#YNaijaSportsExtra: UCL draws pit Ronaldo against Messi in the group stages

What teams are your squad up against? Is the dreaded question that follows the conclusions of the annual UEFA Championship League draws. As we’ve seen in the past, the group stages of the UCL is the first determinant to your team’s success on their road to UEFA championship glory. This draw is incredibly pivotal as... Read More

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July 10, 2018

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Ronaldo completes £99M move to Juventus – the Old lady sings!

Box Office footballer and arguably the best footballer in the world Cristiano Ronaldo has completed his transfer from Real Madrid to Italian side Juventus for £99.2M. In a move that does not come as a surprise to many football fans because it was a transfer that was brewing since Portugal crashed out of the... Read More

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June 3, 2017

Today’s Noisemakers: Mercy Abang, Mark Essien + Juventus fans mourn their Champions League loss

Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. Here’s our list from today:... Read More

Opinion

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June 3, 2017

BREAKING: Real Madrid wins 2017 Champions league

Real Madrid has won the Champions league for a record 12 times after defeating Italian side, Juventus 4-1 at this season’s final. Portuguese star, Cristiano Ronalfo opened the scoring in the 20th minute with a fine shot from a Carvajal cross. Juventus responded with a spectacular bicycle kick by Madzukiç in the 27th minute. Casemiro... Read More

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April 21, 2017

#UCLdraw: It’s a Madrid derby in the semis as Atletico faces Real, Juventus draw Monaco

by Dolapo Adelana The semi-final draws of the UEFA Champions League sees two Spanish rivals, Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid square against one another. The draw held this morning also sees Italian giants, Juventus face French side Monaco. Real Madrid beat German side Bayern Munich 6-3 on aggregates to reach the semis, while Atletico saw off... Read More

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April 19, 2017

Barcelona, Dortmund knocked out of the UEFA Champions League

by Dolapo Adelana Italian champions, Juventus FC have knocked out Spanish side, Barcelona from the UEFA Champions League. Juventus provided a defensive masterclass in the second leg to secure a place in the semi-final with a 3-0 aggregate. Two goals from Paulo Dybala and one from Giorgio Chiellini proved vital as The Old Lady outclassed Barcelona... Read More

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March 17, 2017

#UCLdraw: It’s Bayern versus Real Madrid, as Barcelona draw Juventus

by Dolapo Adelana The Quarter final draw of the UEFA Champions League has put up some mouthwatering fixtures. Carlo Ancelotti will lead Bayern Munich against his former side and defending champions, Real Madrid. There would be a repeat of the 2015 final as Barcelona face Juventus. Premier League champions, Leicester City who are on a... Read More

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December 12, 2016

#UCLdraw: Again! It’s Bayern Munich vs Arsenal, as PSG draw Barcelona

The round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League sees Arsenal face perennial foes in this round Bayern Munich. Paris Saint Germain will host Spanish champions Barcelona, while defending champions Real Madrid will face Italian side Napoli. See full draw below: Manchester City vs Monaco Real Madrid vs Napoli Benfica vs Borrusia Dortmund Paris Saint Germain vs... Read More

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August 7, 2016

#Pogback: Twitter split over Pogba’s Manchester United return

After a long summer of speculations, it appears Paul Pogba will be making his return to his former club, Manchester United after the club revealed the Juventus midfielder is currently having a medical ahead of a move to Old Trafford. Mixed feelings have however trailed the move on Twitter. While some have celebrated the move,... Read More

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August 7, 2016

Paul Pogba set for Manchester United medical

Paul Pogba has been granted permission by Juventus Football Club to have a medical at Old Trafford ahead of his transfer to Manchester United. Manchester United confirmed it in a statement on their website on Sunday. The statement said, “Paul Pogba has been granted permission to have a medical in order to finalise his transfer... Read More

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July 31, 2016

From Philadelphia to Hong Kong, here are the top 10 photos of the past week

From Hilary Clinton‘s historic nomination in Philadelphia to the thousands going bunkers for for Pokemon Go in Hong Kong, here are top 10 photos of the past week from around the world; Signed, sealed and delivered – Roc Nation officially announces Tiwa Savage‘s management deal via their Instagram page on Thursday, July 28 2016 –... Read More

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July 26, 2016

Transfer: Juventus seal €90m deal for Higuain

Juventus has completed the signing of Gonzalo Higuain from Napoli in a four-year deal worth €90 million. The Argentine striker is expected to earn a whooping €7m a year. Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentis had insisted that Juventus will have to match the player’s €90m release clause before any deal. Juventus has now matched the... Read More

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July 15, 2016

Transfer: Juventus sign Bayern Munich defender

Juventus Football Club has signed defender Medhi Benatia on a season-long loan deal from Bayern Munich for a fee of €3 million. The Algerian international joins the Italian champions which has the option to purchase the defender on a permanent basis for a price of €17 million. The sign-on fee can be paid over two financial... Read More

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July 15, 2016

Juventus reportedly agree terms for Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain

Gonzalo Higuain has reportedly agreed personal terms with Juventus. According to Goal, the Serie A club offered the Argentine forward a 4 year contract worth €7 million a year. The Turin-based club will now have to negotiate a fee with rivals Napoli for Higuain who would rather want them to pay his €94m release clause. It... Read More

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July 10, 2016

Real Madrid concede defeat in Pogba race, holds onto Alvaro Morata

Real Madrid have pulled out of the race to sign midfielder Paul Pogba, according to Sky Sports. Madrid President, Florentino Perez has admitted that Pogba is too expensive for the club, after Manchester United had offered to pay Juventus over £105m for the Frenchman. The Red Devils have also offered a £65m to the player, with a... Read More

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July 3, 2016

Michy Batshuayi becomes Chelsea’s first signing

Chelsea have secured the signature of Marseille striker Michy Batshuayi on a five-year deal. The Premier league club reportedly splashed over €40 million on bringing the 22-year-old to Stamford Bridge. The Belgium international reportedly went through a medical in Bordeaux last week following his country’s exit from Euro 2016. He becomes Antonio Conte‘s first signing.... Read More

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June 30, 2016

Manchester United fans, your new striker is Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Swedish striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic has finally revealed he is heading to Manchester United. The Swede made the announcement via a post on his Instagram page. The 34-year-old free agent arrives at the Old Trafford on the back of four Ligue 1 titles in 4 years, scoring 38 goals in 31 league games in his final season. The... 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 22, 2016

Manchester City reportedly seal €26 million deal for Dortmund’s Gundogan

Borussia Dortmund have reportedly agreed a €26 million offer from Manchester City for midfielder, Ilkay Gundogan. According to Goal, Gundogan is now set to become Pep Guardiola‘s first signing. Negotiations between the club and Dortmund took a new turn in March when the central midfielder’s agent was spotted meeting the citizens’ sporting director Txiki Begiristain ... Read More

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March 20, 2015

Ifreke Inyang: These are the 4 teams that will qualify for Champions League semi-finals

Let’s do cliches. The men have been separated from the boys. On Friday, the eight clubs adjudged to be the best left in the UEFA Champions League, were drawn against each other. Here are the four tasty ties and my predictions: Paris Saint-Germain v Barcelona Barcelona. I don’t think PSG were supremely commanding in the two... Read More

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February 4, 2015

Neighbours complain over Gianluigi Buffon’s loud sex sessions

by Mark Bassey Gianluigi Buffon appears to be living the dream in every way. The Italy and Juventus number one goalkeeper, has won the World Cup and is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers ever in his position. Apart from his naturally good looks, Buffon is worth millions of euros. In private, Buffon... Read More

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October 29, 2014

‘Ordinary translator’ – Jose Mourinho got some stick from Raymond Domenech

by Ubong Nduonofit In a recent jibe at Jose Mourinho, Former France boss Raymond Domenech has labelled him “a translator” and suggests that the Chelsea manager lives of a self-induced hype. According to extracts from his new book Mon dico passione du foot, which translates to ‘My Passionate Football Dictionary’, Domenech said when referring to Mourinho, “That’s the... Read More

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September 10, 2014