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From Lagos Streets to Football Royalty: The Remarkable Rise of Victor Osimhen and His ₦6.5 Billion Payday

Born in Olusosun, a poverty-stricken community near Lagos’ largest dumpsite, Victor Osimhen faced numerous challenges as the youngest of six siblings. To supplement their meager income, his family sold bottled water in the bustling Lagos traffic. In a country where aspiring footballers often have limited opportunities, Osimhen owes a debt of gratitude to his brother,... Read More

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Didier Drogba Hails Record-Breaking Victor Osimhen as Napoli Clinch Historic Title

In a thrilling display of talent and determination, Nigerian sensation Victor Osimhen etched his name in the annals of Serie A history, drawing accolades from the legendary Didier Drogba. Osimhen’s outstanding goal in Napoli’s recent 1-0 victory over Fiorentina propelled him to become the highest-scoring African player in the league, surpassing the record previously held... Read More

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Controversial Serie A Post Sparks Outrage and Racism Debate among Nigerian Football Enthusiasts

Nigeria’s social media platforms are abuzz with discussions on racism, ignited by a recent post from the renowned Italian top-flight football league, Serie A. The controversy unfolded when the official Serie A Twitter account shared an image featuring the late Diego Maradona crowning Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, accompanied by a caption proclaiming, “A new king is crowned... Read More

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Osimhen ruled out of the first leg of Champions League Quarter-Finals

In a disappointing setback for Napoli, their star player and leading Serie A scorer, Victor Osimhen, has been ruled out of the upcoming Champions League quarter-final first leg against AC Milan. This news comes as a result of Osimhen’s failure to recover in time from a thigh injury he sustained while on international duty. According... Read More

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UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final, Semi-Final Draw

The pairings for the UEFA Champions League’s quarterfinals and semifinals for the upcoming 2022–23 season have been announced, and they’re sure to generate plenty of excitement. Manchester City, coached by Josep Guardiola, will face Bayern Munich, while Real Madrid, the defending champions, will play Chelsea, one of five teams coached by Carlo Ancelotti. The semi-finals... Read More

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I’m working hard to achieve my dream of playing in the Premier League someday – Victor Osimhen

Top scorer in Serie A, Victor Osimhen, admitted on Monday that the English Premier League is his ultimate career objective. When in Rome to accept the Foreign Athlete of the Year in Italy award from the Foreign Press Association, the Nigerian striker stated he had short-term goals of winning the league for Napoli’s supporters but... Read More

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November 8, 2022

Victor Osimhen: Nigeria’s most valuable player

Following his fantastic performances for Napoli this season, Super Eagles attacker Victor Osimhen has been recognized as Nigeria’s most valuable player in Europe this season. According to Transfermarkt, the 23-year-old attacker is presently the leading scorer in Serie A this season with eight goals from nine games despite missing five weeks due to injury. The... Read More

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November 25, 2020

Soccer legend, Diego Maradona leaves a legacy of imperfect glory | #YNaijaSportsExtra

Argentine football legend, Diego Maradona has just passed on after suffering a heart failure. The fabled Argentina attacking midfielder suffered a heart attack at his Buenos Aires home, with Argentine President, Alberto Fernandez declaring three days of national mourning. Maradona during his glory days enjoyed tremendous success as a footballer at both the national and... Read More

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December 11, 2018

It’s a dramatic night of football as Liverpool and Spurs Champions League fate hang in the balance

As we approach the final stage of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) group games, twelve teams (Barcelona, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, Juventus, Real Madrid, Roma, Manchester United, Atletico Madrid, FC Porto, Schalke 04, Ajax and Borussia Dortmund) are already through to the next stage. But English teams, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur have to battle till... Read More

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Conte

Conte finally given marching orders after tumultuous second season at Chelsea

Italian coach Antonio Conte has been sacked by Chelsea – finally. It comes as no surprise especially after an awful campaign last year where Chelsea failed to qualify for the Champions League and massively underachieved in the Premier League. Although Conte captured the FA Cup for Chelsea, their performances were a far cry from their... Read More

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Environmental

February 22, 2018

[The Sports Blog] All our thoughts on tonight’s ‘Environmental day football’

After a two-day action packed fixture in the UEFA Champions League (Tuesday and Wednesday night) our focus is now on as the Europa League which everyone calls ‘Environmental Day Football’. There are some crunchy ties in this 2nd tier of European football and even though some seem settled, there could be a few surprises because... Read More

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February 15, 2017

#UCL roundup: Bayern Munich destroy Arsenal 5-1 | Madrid defeat Napoli

German side Bayern Munich showed their class as they destroyed English side Arsenal 5-1 in the first leg tie of the Round of 16 UEFA Champions League. Bayern took the lead at the Allianz Arena through a Arjen Robben solo goal in the 11th minute. Alexis Sanchez equalised for The Gunners in the 30th minute from 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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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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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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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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Here is what you need to know about the Champions League play-off draws

by Mark Bassey For the second successive year, Arsenal will have to battle it out with a Turkish opponent, to qualify for the Champions League proper. Arsene Wenger’s men were drawn against Besiktas in the Champions League play-off draws conducted on Friday in Nyon, avoiding clubs like Athletic Bilbao, Lille , FC Copenhagen and Standard... Read More

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October 3, 2013

Phil McNuilty: Mesut Ozil has Arsenal fans believing again

by Phil McNuilty Arsene Wenger has often been accused of allowing his team to go in search of the near-perfect goal at the expense of the game’s practicalities. The manager’s punch of the night air and beaming smile, the years seeming to fall away, suggested this was a thing of beauty that would keep him... Read More

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October 2, 2013

Opinion: Happy 17th Anniversary Arsene Wenger, let’s celebrate with a trophy

by Victor Oladapo-Ariyo The first 10years of his managerial reign at Arsenal FC was laden with success and glory while the latter 7 years have been disappointing to the clubs supporters and fans in the world over, thereby attracting negative criticism to his style and questions regarding his ambitions for the club. ... Read More

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September 14, 2011

UEFA Champions League: Matchday 2 Preview

Ifreke Inyang Manchester City v Napoli [Etihad Stadium] European football is back in the blue half of Manchester after decades. The ‘noisy neighbours’ of the very successful red half of Manchester will be looking to make a statement of intent. They have started their domestic campaign on the high and sit in second... Read More

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