Koeman Is Ideal Coach For Barcelona – Guardiola
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has affirmed that Ronald Koeman is the “ideal coach” for Barcelona. The Dutchman’s future was shrouded in uncertainty for weeks after an underwhelming 2020-21 campaign, but he is confirmed to be staying on at Camp Nou for at least another 12 months. Guardiola burst onto the scene in Catalonia and enjoyed a glittering four-year spell in...
Chelsea Urged To Sign Ndidi From Leicester City
Chelsea have been urged to make a transfer offer for Leicester City midfielder, Wilfred Niddi before the on-going summer window closes for business in a few months time. Chelsea have enjoyed an incredible 2021 so far, lifting the UEFA Champions League trophy for the second time in their history after beating Manchester City in the final. The Blues were imperious in...
Euro 2020: England Are Beatable – McTominay Declares
Scotland midfielder Scot McTominay says he’s optimistic they are good enough to shock the Three Lions of England in Friday’s Euro 2020 clash. McTominay, who is expected to face some of his Man United teammates, told The Sun in an interview that the team are battle-ready for the big task. “There has to be belief, there has to be a confidence...
After FG’s Appointment, Southeast Born Mikel Obi Vows To Inspire Youths
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel, has promised to inspire athletes in Nigeria to realize their goals after being appointed Youth Ambassador by the federal government. The midfielder is aiming at helping upcoming players from all disciplines in his new role The 34-year-old Stoke City midfielder was confirmed on Friday evening at the National Stadium in Lagos and he has...
Dembele To Be Sidelined For Three Months
According to Catalunya Radio, Ousmane Dembele could be out for “minimum of three months” after suffering a knee injury playing for France at Euro 2020. The 24-year-old’s latest injury setback is making plenty of headlines already with reports suggesting the France international could be out for some time. It is believed it could be even longer if his recovery does not go as...
Dele-Bashiru Returns To Watford Training After Injury Layoff
Watford midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru has returned to training after eight months on the sidelines due to the injury. Dele-Bashiru copped the injury in Watford’s 1-0 defeat to Reading at the Madejski Stadium on October 3, 2020. The encounter was the Nigeria international first start for the Hornets since his move from Manchester City in 2019. The 21-year-old returned to the club to...
UEFA Scraps Away Goal Rule In Champions League And Europa League
UEFA has abolished the away goal rule in all club competitions from the 2021/22 season. Instead, ties that are still level after two matches will go to extra time and penalties. “The away goals rule has been an intrinsic part of UEFA competitions since it was introduced in 1965. However, the question of its abolition has been debated at various UEFA...
SWAN Commends Abia Speaker Over Mini Stadia, Says Projects’ll Enhance Sports Devt
Reporters covering sports beat under the aegis of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN Abia chapter have lauded the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji for embarking on the development of sports in the state through his mini-stadium projects. This commendation comes barely a week the Nigeria Football Supporters Club (NFSC) in a similar...
Etebo Vows To Help Watford Retain EPL Status
Oghenekaro Etebo has expressed his desire to help newly-promoted Premier League club-side, Watford retain their English top-flight status come the end of the 2021/22 season. Etebo on Friday, July 9 completed his loan switch to English Premier League outfit, Watford where he will play in the next season from SkyBet Championship club, Stoke City. The Super Eagles midfielder during an interview...
Nigerian Coach ‘Found Dead In Hotel Room’
A coach in Nigeria's kickboxing circle, Funke Oguntuyi, has died. Oguntuyi, popularly called ‘Big Fish’ was found dead at her hotel room on Saturday in Ilorin, Kwara State capital dash — according to award-winning Nigerian sports writer, Kuti Dare. She was attending the Kick Boxing seminar organized by the state government. The late trainer, a graduate in Physical and Health Education (PHE)...
