“We are fit and ready to start the new season” – Di Matteo

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Roberto Di Matteo is delighted that he and his Chelsea players, have returned from their American tour, without any new injuries within the squad. The Italian also stated that the confidence within the camp is high, and they cannot wait for the new season to kick off. “I think this week has... Read More

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July 26, 2012

Six and the City: Kompany signs new six-year deal at the Etihad

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Vincent Kompany has signed a new six-year deal with Manchester City. The 26-year-old defender, who is the captain of the current Premier League champions, joined from Hamburg in 2008 and has gone on to lead the club to their first league triumph since 1968. “For me, if you are good somewhere then... Read More

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July 21, 2012

“I will do what is best for Arsenal” – Wenger speaks on Van Persie’s future

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Arsene Wenger has reaffirmed his desire to keep wantaway captain, Robin van Persie, at Arsenal. The 28-year-old released a statement earlier in the month, stating that he will not pen a new deal with the London club. “For me, Van Persie is one of the best strikers in the world, if not... Read More

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July 11, 2012

Pictures Special: Arsenal resume training without Van Persie

by ‘Ifreke Inyang With less than six weeks to the new English Premiership season, Arsene Wenger’s men have resumed training. The players that reported for training included vice-captain, Thomas Vermaelen, Mikel Arteta, Abou Diaby, Andre Santos, etc. The noticeable absentees were Robin van Persie – who has released a statement that he will not be... Read More

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July 10, 2012

#InCaseYouMissedIt: No rushing to Russia: Mancini signs new contract to end speculations

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Roberto Mancini has penned a new five-year contract with Manchester City, that will keep him at the club till the summer of 2017. The deal is the reward the former Inter Milan boss gets, for leading the club to the Premier League title on the final day of the season, ahead... Read More

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July 5, 2012

Opinion: Robin van Persie will not leave Arsenal as a legend

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Rumours, especially those about football transfers, can be very tedious. And so even before Robin van Persie’s 2011/2012 contract ends, sports journalists had already filled up newspaper columns with different angles to the story. Nothing however bore any semblance to the truth until yesterday. The Dutchman released a statement on his personal... Read More

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July 2, 2012

Mario Balotelli’s former fianceé pregnant with his child

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Yes, he is Mario Balotelli, a troubled footballer whose next action can never be predicted. But even by such bizarre standards, it has been a rollercoaster week for him. He started off scoring two sublime goals against Germany in the semi-finals of Euro 2012 and then ended up on the losing side... Read More

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May 14, 2012

“The God that melted their 44-year jinx will break Arsenal’s!”- See the top ten tweets about the EPL finals

by Lekan Olanrewaju Regardless of what team you support, or if you couldn’t even be bothered to bat an eyelash over football at all, you’ll have to agree, yesterday was one for the books. From the glimmer of hope Manchester United enjoyed (or suffered, depending on how you want to look at it), to Arsenal clinching... Read More

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February 11, 2012

EPL Preview: The battle continues

by ‘Ifreke Inyang The biggest game this week sees Manchester United renew their age-long rivalry with Liverpool. The match which will be played at Old Trafford will see the Patrice Evra come face to face with Uruguayan striker, Luis Suarez, who is back after serving an eight-game ban for racially abusing the United defender. Six games... Read More

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January 20, 2012

African Cup of Nations! English Premier League clubs hold their breath as African players return home

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Africa’s biggest football competition starts this weekend. It is going to be 28 days of soccer fiesta played with typical African passion, power and skill. The absence of powerhouses like Nigeria, Cameroun, South Africa, etc will not be in action as the minnows who have shocked many football pundits hug the limelight.... Read More

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December 30, 2011

Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas! Manchester United players show love this yuletide

by ‘Ifreke Inyang On the pitch this Christmas, Manchester United are not giving their fierce rivals breathing space. Their 5-0 thumping of Wigan Athletic and Manchester City’s 0-0 draw with West Brom at The Hawthorns drew the Red Devils level with the Blues. They stay second on goal difference. However, off the pitch, United’s players were... Read More

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December 23, 2011

It’s Yaya! Ivorien emerges Africa’s football best

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Manchester City’s Yaya Toure was named African Player of the Year at an awards ceremony in Accra, Ghana, last night. The Ivorian won ahead of Barcelona’s Malian midfielder, Seydou Keita and Ghana’s forward Andre Ayew, who plays for Marseille in Ligue 1. Toure expressed his delight at winning the prize. “”This award... Read More

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December 13, 2011

Top 10 Sporting moments of 2011

by ‘Ifreke Inyang It is not always an easy task to pick the top ten phenomena in a year. But here we go. Here’s a quick warning: Our list is dominated by football, but we have chipped in a few moments from other sports that we absolutely enjoyed this year. And it is in no particular... Read More

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December 3, 2011

Ifreke talks Sports: Andre Villas-Boas might need to consider a career in the film industry instead

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Nine years ago, Andre Villas-Boas was FC Porto’s DVD guy. He worked closely with compatriot, Jose Mourinho, scouting the opposition and providing important information about them. Villas-Boas’ pre-match duties included making personalised DVDs for each of the players, highlighting their direct opponent with emphasis on their strengths and weaknesses. And his contribution, though... Read More

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November 19, 2011

Ifreke talks Sports: Is it still party Tyne?

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Let’s take a quick look at the EPL table. The money bags from the Eastlands, Manchester City lead the pack with 31 points. City rivals, United are second with 26. Newcastle sit elegantly in third position with 25 and Chelsea occupy the fourth spot. Yes, we have not reached the half way... Read More

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October 31, 2011

EPL Review: The goal fest continues

By ‘Ifreke Inyang The London derby between Chelsea and Arsenal ended 5-3 in favour of the Gunners. With matches like this every other weekend in the English Premiership, there is no chance of me moving to La Liga, Serie A or even Belgium’s Jupiler League. Absolutely no chance. From the 14th minute when Frank Lampard... Read More

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October 24, 2011

EPL Review: A match to remember, Wenger speaks on the Manchester derby

by Ifreke Inyang After 90 minutes, the giant electronic scoreboard at Old Trafford read 6-1. And you can be forgiven for thinking that it was yet another outstanding display of attacking football by the home side, Manchester United. It wasn’t. It’s not as if Wayne Rooney and co are no longer capable of such. It... Read More

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“We are fit and ready to start the new season” – Di Matteo

Six and the City: Kompany signs new six-year deal at the Etihad

“I will do what is best for Arsenal” – Wenger speaks on Van Persie’s future

Pictures Special: Arsenal resume training without Van Persie

#InCaseYouMissedIt: No rushing to Russia: Mancini signs new contract to end speculations

Opinion: Robin van Persie will not leave Arsenal as a legend

Mario Balotelli’s former fianceé pregnant with his child

“The God that melted their 44-year jinx will break Arsenal’s!”- See the top ten tweets about the EPL finals

EPL Preview: The battle continues

African Cup of Nations! English Premier League clubs hold their breath as African players return home

Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas! Manchester United players show love this yuletide

It’s Yaya! Ivorien emerges Africa’s football best

Top 10 Sporting moments of 2011

Ifreke talks Sports: Andre Villas-Boas might need to consider a career in the film industry instead

Ifreke talks Sports: Is it still party Tyne?

EPL Review: The goal fest continues

EPL Review: A match to remember, Wenger speaks on the Manchester derby

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