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August 10, 2014

‘Ifreke talks Sports: 7 things we learnt from Arsenal vs Manchester City

by ‘Ifreke Inyang 1. Competition enhances performance It was a fine performance from the Gunners, especially in defence. The full-backs were fit and quick. Chambers has forged a strong partnership with Laurent Koscielny, as Mertesacker’s holiday continues. Yaya Sanogo, who was picked ahead of Olivier Giroud, looks sharper this term. Who wouldn’t step it up,... Read More
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August 9, 2014

‘Ifreke talks Sports: A game that will set the tone – A preview of Arsenal vs Manchester City

by ‘Ifreke Inyang People have a habit of not paying great attention to curtain raisers. To them, it does not give a valid description of what the main event might throw up. One is tempted to forgive their stance. Last year, Manchester United steamrolled Wigan Atletic at Wembley, to clinch the Community Shield. In May... Read More
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August 8, 2014

Barcelona and Arsenal agree £15m deal for Vermaelen

by ‘Ifreke Inyang According to reports, Arsenal and Barcelona have agreed a deal worth £15m for Thomas Vermaelen. The Belgian defender, who has not featured in any of the Gunners’ pre-season games, lost his first-team spot to Per Mertesacker and Laurent Koscielny 18 months ago. Although Manchester United were very keen on signing Vermaelen, Arsene... Read More
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August 8, 2014

Cavani’s agent confirms interest from Arsenal and Liverpool

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Edinson Cavani’s agent, Claudio Annelluci, has confirmed that the player has received a number of offers from England. The Uruguay international is understood to be unsettled at Paris Saint-Germain, as he has to play second fiddle to Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers is seeking to replace Barcelona-bound Luis Suarez with... Read More
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August 7, 2014

Chile’s coach reveals why Van Gaal will not sign Vidal

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Coach of the Chilean national team, Jorge Sampaoli, has said that Arturo Vidal might have been a Manchester United player by now, if new manager Louis van Gaal didn’t have doubts about his fitness. Vidal has been heavily linked with a move to United this summer, with speculations indicating that the Old... Read More
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August 3, 2014

Real Madrid vs Manchester United break US record

by ‘Ifreke Inyang A total of 109,318 spectators were in the Michigan Stadium, to watch Manchester United defeat Real Madrid 3-1, setting a new record for attendance at a football match in the US. The previous record stood at 101,799 and was set at the 1984 Olympic final between France and Brazil, at the Rose... Read More
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August 3, 2014

Louis van Gaal says Robin van Persie will miss start of Premier League season | “People can criticise me,” he says

by Mark Bassey Louis van Gaal has revealed that Robin van Persie will miss the start of the new Premier League season, after he was granted an extended break after the 2014 World Cup. The striker was a key member of Van Gaal’s squad in Brazil, to went all the way to clinch bronze at... Read More
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August 2, 2014

Does Ancelotti think Van Gaal will win the league for United? (READ)

by Mark Bassey Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, has said that new Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal, can forget about winning the Premier League in his first season. There has been a lot of expectations at Old Trafford among United fans, since Van Gaal was confirmed as David Moyes’ replacement. Although Ancelotti praised the... Read More
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July 30, 2014

United fans, be warned! Van Gaal says it might take a while to get the club back on track

by Mark Bassey Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal, has warned the club and fans, that it might take another three months, before he can make his mark at Old Trafford. The Dutchman has been brought in as a replacement for David Moyes, who led the Red Devils to a lowly seventh position in the... Read More
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July 29, 2014

Schneiderlin & Rodriguez to be sold? | See what Southampton chairman says

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Southampton chairman Ralph Krueger, has insisted that midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin and striker Jay Rodriguez will not be sold this summer. The two players have been heavily linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspurs. The Saints have already lost five players already ahead of the new season. Adam Lallana, Dejan Lovren and Rickie... Read More
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July 29, 2014

“Moyes left a broken team for me” – Van Gaal pulls no punches in new interview

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Manchester United’s manager Louis van Gaal, has claimed that he inherited a “broken” squad from David Moyes. The Old Trafford outfit finished seventh in the Premier League last season – their lowest ever league finish – and will not play in the UEFA Champions League for the first time in 19 years.... Read More
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July 26, 2014

Van Gaal lays down the law: Mata reveals players must communicate in English only

by Mark Bassey Juan Mata has revealed that new manager Louis van Gaal, has instructed Manchester United players to communicate in English only. The midfielder has his fellow countrymen like David De Gea and new boy Ander Herrera in the team, but they are now allowed to speak Spanish. “We speak in English,” Mata told... Read More
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July 26, 2014

Mourinho says signing Shaw would have killed Chelsea

by Mark Bassey Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho, has said that if he signed Luke Shaw this summer from Southampton, it would have “killed” the club’s finances and causes unrest in the squad. Shaw has since sealed a €37.5million move to Manchester United in June and is reported to earn around €200,000-a-week salary, making him the... Read More
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July 24, 2014

Seventh heaven: Van Gaal’s first match ends in big win for United

by Mark Bassey New Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal watched his side cruise to a 7-0 victory over LA Galaxy in his first game in charge. Ashley Young, Wayne Rooney and Reece James all scored twice, while Danny Welbeck also got on the scoresheet as the Red Devils recorded a stunning victory over the... Read More
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July 23, 2014

Why Van Gaal is not happy with Manchester United

by Mark Bassey Louis van Gaal has revealed his anger at Manchester United’s decision to drag the first-team squad to the USA for a pre-season tour. The Red Devils will play Los Angeles Galaxy at the Pasadena Rose Bowl in California on Wednesday, as they begin their preparations for the new Premier League season. After... Read More
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July 23, 2014

Be very afraid! See how much Woodward says United can spend on one player

by Mark Bassey Manchester United’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward, has claimed that they have what it takes to pay up to £70m for a player this summer. The Red Devil’s record-breaking £750m kit deal with Adidas has boosted their coffers and the former Premier League champions have already spent over £60m on Luke Shaw and... Read More
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July 9, 2014

#MovingOn: Manchester United and Nike to part ways after next season

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Giant kit-making company Nike, have announced they will end their sponsorship deal with Manchester United at the end of next season. Nike have branded the Red Devils kit for the past 12 years, taking over from former suppliers Umbro, but they have decided to put an end to their relationship. According to... Read More
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June 21, 2014

Opinion: The most disappointing stars of the 2014 World Cup so far

by Chinedu George Nnawetanma   All that has gone up in smoke now; Spain has been knocked out. En route their exit, they managed to score just one goal: a Xabi Alonso penalty. Since then, they have conceded 7 goals! The Brazil World Cup has been a timely reminder of how some of the game’s... Read More
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May 20, 2014

John Brewin: Van Gaal is ready to bring the Dutch revolution to Manchester

by John Brewin Unlike Moyes, van Gaal has a proven track record and a clear philosophy. He has been at three of Europe’s great clubs before; United becomes his fourth, though it may be his toughest rebuilding job yet. The worst-kept secret in football is finally official. Manchester United are going Dutch. In employing one... Read More
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April 25, 2014

Opinion: David Moyes’ greatest mistake as Manchester United manager

by Muhammed Ibrahim Abba   One thing is clear in football: if you’re a good manager, even if you’re with a ‘small’ club, it will show. If you’re not good, it will equally show. David Moyes is good manager but Manchester United is too big for him hence the saying: “never step into a great... Read More
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April 22, 2014

This is one cake every Manchester United fan won’t mind eating (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Soccer coach, David Moyes was shown the way out as Manchester United boos and it’s hard to find any fan who’s genuinely disagrees with this decision by the Club’s management. Some fans have apparently gone further by celebrating the coach’s exit with a cake which reads; “Moyes is out, thank God.” Moyes... Read More
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April 22, 2014

Timeline of David Moyes’ epic fails as Manchester United coach

by Tutu Akinlabi The news of David Moyes’ removal as coach of football club, Manchester United was met with jubilation from most fans. Club faithfuls have blamed Moyes’ for the fall of the Red Devils from grace and many believe that with him out of the way Man. U can soar back to its former... Read More
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April 22, 2014

10 things you SHOULD know about the David Moyes sack

by ‘Jola Sotubo Troubled Manchester United coach, David Moyes has finally been relieved of his duties after a gruelling 10 months. The news of Moyes’ sack was confirmed via the official Twitter account of the football club and it didn’t come as much of a surprise. Many Man. U faithfuls had been calling for the... Read More
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April 22, 2014

You’re fired! Man. United sacks David Moyes

by Zara Mustapha Football club, Manchester United has finally lost its patience with coach David Moyes and has had him sacked. Speaking to newsmen after the rumours started on Monday that Moyes was to be given the boot, the club said his sack was  “imminent”. Moyes’ departure from the club was finally confirmed on their official... Read More
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February 7, 2014

Tunde ‘Leye: The Nigerian political scene is like the English premiership league

Tunde ’Leye Unlike Monsieur Wenger who has stayed true to Arsenal in the years without a trophy however, the General has moved to whatever political contraption he feels can deliver him the opportunity to compete in the top flight over the years, from ANPP to CPC and now APC. Like his Arsenal counterpart, he believes... Read More
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