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YNaija June 14, 2023

The Kylian Mbappe Debate: Will PSG Lose Their Crown Jewel?

In a shocking revelation that has sent shockwaves through the football world, Kylian Mbappe, the electrifying French striker, has dropped a bombshell by announcing his decision not to extend his…

YNaija May 23, 2023

Lionel Messi’s New Restaurant ‘Hincha’ Adds Exquisite ‘Ballon d’Or’ Dessert to Menu

Renowned football legend Lionel Messi has recently expanded the culinary delights at his newly-opened restaurant, Hincha, by introducing a one-of-a-kind dessert called the 'Ballon d'Or.' According to a report by…

YNaija May 3, 2023

Lionel Messi’s future uncertain at PSG following suspension after unapproved Saudi Arabia trip

Lionel Messi, the Argentine superstar footballer, has found himself in hot water at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) after travelling to Saudi Arabia without the club's permission. As a result, Messi has…

YNaija March 29, 2023

Bukayo Saka second only to Messi as best player – Tony Adams

Former Arsenal skipper Tony Adams has said that England's Bukayo Saka is second only to Lionel Messi as the greatest player in the world. Saka, Mikel Arteta's mainstay at the…

YNaija December 18, 2022

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…

YNaija December 13, 2022

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…

YNaija 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…

Chinedu Okafor December 28, 2020

#YNaijaSportsExtra: Messi talks about Neymar and his need for a psychologist

Barcelona superstar, Lionel Messi who rarely airs his opinions had the most personal interview we have seen of him with a Spanish TV station, La Sexta. Contents of the interview ranged…

Chinedu Okafor December 23, 2020

#YNaijaSportsExtra: Messi makes a case for football GOAT as he overtakes Pele

Lionel Messi since the start of his career in Spanish club Barcelona has been nothing short of phenomenal. His impression on the sport of football would no doubt be timeless,…

Temidayo Taiwo-Sidiq April 10, 2019

The YNaija Cover – the 10th of April

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Ade Thompson June 30, 2018

#WorldCup Roundup: Kylian Mbappe tears Argentina apart to hand France quarter final spot

Kylian Mbappe was the star of the show as France ran riot over an Argentina side in a 4-3 victory to break Lionel Messi’s World Cup hope and power his…

Sponsor June 22, 2018

#WorldCup 2018: Iwobi, Ronaldo, Messi… Here are the top content shared on Facebook

Facebook today released some Sub-Saharan Africa focused statistics on the top content shared on its platform since the World Cup started. This measures global and country Facebook conversation related to…

Oludolapo Adelana 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…

Omoleye Omoruyi December 7, 2017

Cristiano Ronaldo wins his fifth Ballon d’Or

Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Ballon d'Or 2017 award, beating the likes of Lionel Messi and Neymar to lift one of the biggest individual prizes in world football - for the fifth time. The Real Madrid…

Azeez November 25, 2017

Messi extends contract, to stay at Barcelona until 2021

Argentine superstar, Lionel Messi has extended his contract with Barcelona until 2021. The club announced this on Saturday, after the agreement was reached in July. “FC Barcelona and Lionel Messi signed…

Omoleye Omoruyi 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…

Omoleye Omoruyi 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…

Adegbite Adedotun October 25, 2017

ISIS wants to blow up the World Cup and they’re starting with Messi

In the wake of the euphoria emanating from the anticipation of the greatest football Mundial in Russia next summer, ISIS has issued a chilling threat to carry out an attack…

Azeez August 26, 2017

BREAKING: Real Madrid Twitter account just announced the signing of Barcelona’s Messi

The official Twitter account of Real Madrid FC has been hacked. The hackers announced the signing of Barcelona FC striker, Lionel Messi. They also announced the sale of French player,…

Azeez July 5, 2017

Lionel Messi extends contract with Barcelona to 2021

Argentine star, Lionel Messi has agreed to a four-year contract extension which will keep him at Barcelona until the summer of 2021. Spanish newspaper Marca have reported that the new…

Azeez 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…

Omoleye Omoruyi June 14, 2017

Tax Fraud: “We have confidence in Cristiano Ronaldo” – Real Madrid

Spanish giants, Real Madrid, have on Wednesday said they have confidence in the star player, Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo, just like Lionel Messi was accused by Spanish tax authorities of tax…

Omoleye Omoruyi June 13, 2017

Cristiano Ronaldo accused of €14m tax fraud

Real Madrid and Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo, has reportedly defrauded the Spanish taxman of more than €14 million, according to the Madrid prosecutor’s office, El País. In a statement, the prosecutor’s office said…

Azeez May 5, 2017

FIFA overturns Messi four-game international ban

by Azeez Adeniyi World football governing body, FIFA, on Friday overturned the four-game ban against Barcelona star Lionel Messi for swearing at an assistant referee. According to a statement by…

Roqeebah March 28, 2017

The YNaija Cover this evening – the 28th of March

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Oludolapo Adelana March 28, 2017

The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today

by Dolapo Adelana These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. Senate suspends confirmation of INEC RECs over Buhari’s stance on Magu The senate on Tuesday suspended…

Oludolapo Adelana March 28, 2017

FIFA hands Lionel Messi four-match ban

by Dolapo Adelana Football governing body, FIFA has banned Argentina captain, Lionel Messi for four matches. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee announced its decision on Tuesday. In a statement that committee…

Azeez January 26, 2017

“Lionel Messi is a rival because …” – Ronaldo

Real Madrid forward and World best player, Cristiano Ronaldo has said it is unfair to compare him with Argentina's Lionel Messi. Ronaldo told reporters that players are not to be…

Oludolapo Adelana January 9, 2017

Ronaldo wins FIFA World Best Player

Real Madrid and Portuguese forward, Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the 2016 World Best Player at the maiden Best FIFA Football Awards in Zurich on Monday. Ronaldo defeated rival, Lionel…

Azeez December 12, 2016

BREAKING: Ronaldo wins 2016 Ballon d’Or ahead of Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo has won the 2016 Ballon d'Or ahead for the fourth time ahead of Barcelona's Lionel Messi. He was announced the winner of the most prestigious football award on…

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