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August 9, 2016

#Pogback: 10 major quotes from Paul Pogba’s first interview as Man. United player (WATCH)

After a protracted summer of speculations, Paul Pogba or Pogboom as he is fondly referred to in Italy is back in the black and red colours of Manchester United after swapping it for the white and black stripes of Juventus in 2012. The world record signing’s first official interview back at the club has been released.... Read More
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August 8, 2016

Transfer: West Ham signs Ghanaian forward Ayew for club record fee

West Ham United have confirmed the transfer of Ghana forward Andre Ayew from Swansea for a Club-record £20.5million fee. The versatile striker, winger or attacking midfielder joins the Hammers on a three-year contract, with an additional two-year option, on the back of an exceptional debut Premier League season with Swansea City. Ayew had previously played with West... Read More
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August 7, 2016

#Pogback: Twitter split over Pogba’s Manchester United return

After a long summer of speculations, it appears Paul Pogba will be making his return to his former club, Manchester United after the club revealed the Juventus midfielder is currently having a medical ahead of a move to Old Trafford. Mixed feelings have however trailed the move on Twitter. While some have celebrated the move,... Read More
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August 6, 2016

Opinion: What has Mikel Obi done to assist his Olympic teammates?

by Simon Utsu There’s something called patriotism- it’s not every time we must allow our country to be ridiculed on the international stage. What am I even talking about? Well, I’m actually reacting to the ugly scenario that played out earlier today, where #teamNigeria athletes donned tracksuits instead of the usual native attires during their... Read More
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August 6, 2016

In 22 pictures, relive the colourful opening ceremony of the Rio Olympics 2016

Brazil is currently facing one of its worst times as issues such as economic recession, political protest and the massive outbreak of Zika virus has almost crippled the country. Despite all of these, the country has stood firm, insisting it is ready to host the first Olympics to be held in a South American city and... Read More
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August 3, 2016

Kelechi Iheanacho, Ahmed Musa, Uneku Atawodi… See the #YNaijaPowerList for Sports

The annual #YNaijaPowerList enters its fifth year and we bring you the most influential young Nigerians in sports, under 40 who are doing it for themselves, and for the nation. From a track queen on her way to legendary status, to a fast rising footballer at her prime, to representatives of our footballing future, these... Read More
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July 26, 2016

D’banj, Wande Coal, more to perform at One Lagos Brand Launch (WATCH)

Thousands of Lagosians are expected to make their way to the Bar Beach Victoria Island, Lagos to celebrate the One Lagos brand launch. The event, which is to hold between 27-29 July 2016 is an initiative by the Lagos State Government to drive the economy of Lagos using tourism, hospitality, entertainment and sports. Musical performances from... Read More
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July 21, 2016

Oscar Pistorius: Prosecution counsel to appeal 6 year jail sentence

Oscar Pistorius might be facing another round of court room proceedings after the South African prosecutors’ office said it will appeal the ‘lenient’ sentence given to the blade runner for shooting his model girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp to death on Valentine’s Day in 2013 after he allegedly mistook her for a burglar. In July, Oscar Pistorius was... Read More
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July 21, 2016

Just In: Borrusia Dortmund re-sign Mario Gotze from Bayern Munich

Mario Gotze has officially made a move back to Dortmund from Bayern Munich. The Germany international – who scored the winning goal in the 2014 World Cup final left Dortmund in 2013 for the Bavarians but after a not-so-impressive time at the Allianz Arena, he has re-joined his former club. Bayern and Munich and Dortmund have both... Read More
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July 18, 2016

NFF confirms Paul Le Guen as Super Eagles new technical adviser

The Nigeria Football Federation on Monday confirmed Paul Le Guen as the new technical director of the Super Eagles. Le Guen’s appointment was decided by the Technical and Development Committee of the NFF. The 52-year-old Frenchman will be assisted by Nigerian Salisu Yusuf, who takes the role of Chief Coach. The appointments are subject to... Read More
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July 18, 2016

Obafemi Martins wishes Demba Ba well after horrific leg break incident

Nigerian soccer star, Obafemi Martins has sent his best wishes to his Shanghai Shenhua team-mate Demba Ba who suffered a potential career-capitulating injury on Sunday. The former Chelsea striker got injured during his side’s 2-1 win over rivals Shanghai SPIG on Sunday. https://www.instagram.com/p/BH-95wejAp8/?taken-by=ynaijaonline The Senegalese forward agonizingly hit the ground after his bones snpped during a challenge with Shanghai SIPG’s Sun... Read More
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July 15, 2016

Andriy Shevchenko is new coach of Ukraine

Ukraine’s former striker Andriy Shevchenko was on Friday appointed national team head coach. Shevchenko will replace the departing Mykhailo Fomenko, the country’s soccer federation has said. The 39-year-old, who is Ukraine’s all time record goalscorer, played for Dynamo Kiev, AC Milan and Chelsea. He was officially presented by federation president Andriy Pavelko at a news... Read More
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July 15, 2016

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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July 13, 2016

Liverpool defender Skrtel completes Fernebache medical

Out of favour Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel has completed a medical with Turkish club Fenerbahce. The 31-year-old Slovakia captain has played 319 games for the Anfield club since signing in 2008 and is expected to complete his move on Wednesday. Skrtel apologised recently after appearing to encourage an insult to manager, Jurgen Klopp on social... Read More
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July 13, 2016

Just In: Sunderland confirms Sam Allardyce consideration for England manager job

Sam Allardyce is indeed in contact with the FA in regards to taking the vacant England manager position. There have been recent speculations about Big Sam going into talks with the English FA to takeover from where Roy Hodgson left off but Sunderland – the English Premier League club he currently manages confirmed the speculations in... Read More
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July 12, 2016

#Euro2016 final: Ronaldo, Payet, Eder’s goal and more lead the conversation on Facebook

Following the success of the just concluded UEFA Euro 2016 football tournament in France which saw Portugal clinch their first ever major title, Facebook has stated that the tournament was one of the most talked about sporting events ever, with 195 million people having 950 million interactions (10th June to 10th July). Aside catching up with old friends and... Read More
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July 11, 2016

#Euro2016: Antoine Griezmann and Renato Sanches scoop individual honours

Portugal beat France after extra time in the UEFA EURO 2016 final in Paris on Sunday to win their first major title ever. While Portugal walked away with the trophy, some individual players were honoured for their outstanding performance throughout the month-long tournament. France forward Antoine Griezmann won the UEFA EURO 2016 Adidas Golden Boot... Read More
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July 7, 2016

Take a rare look into Mourinho’s office (PHOTO)

New Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho gave fans a rare look into his office at the club’s Carrington training ground. The former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager recently shared an image of him inside his new office which had a mounted television and three of his Guinness World Record framed certificates on a shelf. Also spotted... Read More
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July 7, 2016

‘I’m staying at Roma’ | Radja Nainggolan breaks Chelsea hearts

Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan has maintained that he is not going anywhere amid strong interest from Chelsea. New Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is big fan of the midfield maestro and had plans of bringing him to Stamford Bridge. Despite the two clubs being in talks over the player’s future with a deal reported to being... Read More
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July 7, 2016

Chelsea reportedly in talks to sign Messi

As the summer transfer season intensifies, the Sun reports that Chelsea owner, Roman Abramvoich had a meeting with Lionel Messi‘s father, Gorge in regards to considering a possible move of the Barcelona forward. According to the newspaper, the meeting was conducted aboard the Russian billionaire’s yacht. Chelsea are rumoured to be prepared to offer Barcelona around £110... Read More
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