AFCON 2021: Nigeria Had The Best Team But Lost In Group Stage – Salah
Egypt captain, Mohamed Salah, has reacted to the Super Eagles’ early elimination at the Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. Salah, who was the Man of the Match on Sunday as the Pharaohs defeated Morocco 2-1, said that Nigeria’s exit is proof of just how tough the tournament is. The Pharaohs will now face the host nation, Cameroon in the semi-final...
“Forget About AFCON Disappointment, Focus On World Cup Qualifier Against Ghana” – Eguavoen Urges Eagles
Austin Eguavoen has urged the Super Eagles players to put the disappointment of the AFCON 2021 behind them and focus on the 2022 World Cup qualifier against Ghana in March. After a brilliant start to the ongoing AFCON in Cameroon, the Eagles were shocked 1-0 by Tunisia in the round of 16. The Eagles had a perfect record in the group...
2022 WCQ: “It’ll Be Difficult For Black Stars To Beat Nigeria” – Mohammed Polo
Former Ghana star Mohammed Polo claims Black Stars will need a miracle to overcome Nigeria for a place at this year’s 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. The Black Stars will take on bitter rivals Nigeria in crucial final playoffs in March. Ghana endured their worst ever performance at the just concluded AFCON 2021 where they crashed out at the group...
Egypt Will Avenge AFCON 2021 Final Loss To Senegal In 2022 World Cup Playoff – Salah Vows
Egypt captain, Mohamed Salah has delivered a rallying cry to his teammates after they were beaten by Senegal on penalties in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations final. Salah urged his compatriots to “take revenge” on the Teranga Lions in March, when they meet again in the 2022 World Cup playoffs. The Pharaohs lost on penalties after the two teams drew...
I’ve No Plan To Retire From Football – Modric
Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has opened the door to playing into his 40s. The veteran remains one of the top midfield players in the world and has no plans to stop just yet, confident he still has plenty to offer, and who could argue based on his performances this season? Speaking at the launch of the ‘Sporting’ app, in which...
Moses Extends Contract With Spartak Moscow
Russian Premier League outfit Spartak Moscow has announced Victor Moses has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2O24. Moses linked up with Spartak Moscow on a permanent deal in July 2021 after spending the previous campaign on loan at the club from Chelsea. “We’re pleased to announce that Victor has signed an additional contract...
Manchester United Interested In Luis Enrique
Premier League giants Manchester United reportedly view Spain boss Luis Enrique as a potential candidate to become the club’s new head coach ahead of next season. Ralf Rangnick is currently in charge of the Red Devils on an interim basis, but he will step aside this summer to take on a consultancy role at Old Trafford. Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino...
Israel Adesanya Beats Robert Whittaker To Retain UFC Middleweight Belt
Israel Adesanya held on to the UFC Middleweight Championship with a unanimous decision win over Robert Whittaker in their rematch at UFC 271 from the Toyota Center in Houston on Saturday. While the fight was more competitive than their first bout, Adesanya's ability to control distance, counter strike, and defensive wrestling were too much for the challenger to overcome. The mind games started...
Lampard Has Added More Value To Everton – Keane
Everton defender Michael Keane says manager Frank Lampard has given players more “freedom” since he replaced Rafa Benitez. On Saturday, Everton secured the first Premier League win of Lampard’s ...
Ex-Chelsea Star Slams Blues Players For Celebrating Club World Cup Win
Former Chelsea player Craig Burley says the Blues ’embarrassed’ themselves by celebrating a ‘nonsense’ Club World Cup victory against Palmeiras while Manchester City extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table. Romelu Lukaku and Kai Havertz scored to beat Palmeiras 2-1 in Dubai, helping Chelsea to complete a full set of silverware since Roman Abramovich’s takeover in...
