‘I’m Happy To Be In Watford’ – Emmanuel Dennis
Emmanuel Dennis says he is thrilled with the opportunity to play in the Premier League after completing his move to Watford. Dennis recently joined the Hornets from Belgian Pro League champions Club Brugge, penning a five-year contract. “It’s crazy, it’s like a dream,” Dennis.told the club website. “I’m really happy to be here. Growing up, going to watch the Premier League you have...
Depay Will Shine In Barcelona – Mourinho
Roma coach, Jose Mourinho has tipped new Barcelona signing, Memphis Depay to shine in La Liga. Depay joined Barcelona from Lyon on a free transfer after running down his contract with the Ligue 1 club. He is the fourth player to join the Spanish side this summer, following Sergio Aguero and Eric Garcia, who were both signed after leaving Manchester City,...
Mikel Obi Signs For Kuwaiti Club, Leaves Stoke City
Former Nigeria captain, John Obi Mikel has joined Al Kuwait SC, the Kuwaiti Premier League side on a year’s deal. The announcement was made by the club on Thursday, after Mikel and Stoke City cancelled their contract by mutual consent. Mikel’s new club finished third in the division last season behind Al-Qadsia and champions Al-Arabi. The Nigerian spent 11 years and made...
Palestine Opposes Planned Barcelona Match In Jerusalem
The Palestinian Football Association has announced its opposition to Barcelona’s planned friendly in Jerusalem, Israel. Federation chairman Jibril Rajoub said a letter had been forwarded to the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). Rajoub told the governing body that Jerusalem was already declared a divided city in a United Nations (UN) resolution. The official classified Barca’s planned opponents, Beitar Jerusalem, as a...
Euro 2020: Mourinho Blames England’s Senior Players For Saka’s Penalty Miss
Jose Mourinho has said Bukayo Saka shouldn’t have taken England’s fifth penalty in the shoot-out defeat to Italy in the Euro 2020 final on Sunday. Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma saved Jadon Sancho and Saka’s spot kicks after Marcus Rashford hit the post, to secure Italy’s first European title since 1968. Gareth Southgate has faced criticism for a number of crucial decisions that led...
Why I Deserved Ballon d’Or Ahead Of Messi, Ronaldo, Neymar -Jorginho
Chelsea midfielder, Jorginho has made a serious claim to this year’s Ballon d’Or award. Jorginho played a crucial role as Italy won the European Championships title after beating England 3-2 via penalties on Sunday. He was also part of the Chelsea squad that won this year’s UEFA Champions League in Porto after overcoming Man City in the final. The Italian star in...
Saka Set To Receive Major Council Award For His Courage At Euro 2020
Bukayo Saka is set to be rewarded for his courage in the Euro 2020 final by being given the Freedom of Ealing. Born in the London borough in 2001, the England star will become the youngest-ever person to receive the honour. Local council bosses have nominated the teenager following his penalty miss for the Three Lions against Italy, which was met...
To Win AFCON Trophy, Super Eagles Must Be Ready To Beat The Best Teams -Nwosu
Former Nigerian midfielder, Henry Nwosu says becoming champions of Africa won’t come on a platter of gold for the Super Eagles if they are to win the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations. The 1980 AFCON winning player stated this in a chat with Completesports.com, where he said that with the caliber of players in the team, Nigeria should be able to...
Netherlands Legend Robben Retires For The Second Time Aged 37
Legendary Netherlands winger Arjen Robben has retired from football for the second time after deciding not to spend a second season playing for Dutch club Groningen. Robben, who made 96 appearances for Holland, thanked fans for the ‘heartwarming support’ after confirming his decision on Twitter. The 37-year-old originally hung up his boots in July 2019 after leaving Bayern but decided to return to the game in June...
Chelsea Star Callum Hudson-Odoi Set To Dump England For Ghana
Chelsea star, Callum Hudson-Odoi has concluded plans to dump the England national team and pledge his allegiance to Ghana. Hudson-Odoi wants to take advantage of new FIFA rules after he recently spent time in Ghana the country, where his roots lie. During his visit to the West African nation, Hudson-Odoi held a meeting with President Nana Akufo-Addo at the Jubilee House...
