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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…
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Osimhen Wins Serie A Best Striker Award 2022/2023; Tinubu Alone Can Fix Fuel Prices, Not NNPCL – Falana | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Osimhen Wins Serie A Best Striker Award 2022/2023 Tinubu Alone Can Fix Fuel Prices, Not NNPCL - Falana NLC Plans Nationwide Strike on Wednesday Court Upholds Ayu's PDP Suspension EFCC…
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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…
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Presidential Election Tribunal to Hear Obi and Atiku’s Petitions Today; Osimhen Sets New Record, Becomes Serie A’s Highest-Scoring African Player | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Presidential Election Tribunal to Hear Obi and Atiku's Petitions Today Osimhen Sets New Record, Becomes Serie A's Highest-Scoring African Player Max Air Plane Crash-Lands at Abuja Airport as Tire Bursts…
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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…
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Napoli clinch first Serie A title in 33 years with goal from Osimhen; UK court to deliver landmark judgement on Ekweremadu’s case today | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Napoli clinch first Serie A title in 33 years with goal from Osimhen Gowon urges politicians to allow tribunals, supreme court do their work UK court to deliver landmark judgement…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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[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'.…
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#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…
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#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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Opinion: How fans on Twitter will react to Arsenal’s loss (or win) against Napoli tonight
by Segun Ake Arsenal will play Napoli today away at Naples in the UEFA Champions League, while Borussia Dortmund will play Marseille in the last matches of the group of…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy