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I Was Close To Leaving Man City – Kyle Walker

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I Was Close To Leaving Man City – Kyle Walker

Manchester City defender, Kyle Walker has admitted he was “close” to leaving for Bayern Munich this summer. However, the England international is now set to sign a new contract at the Etihad Stadium. Walker was wanted by the Bundesliga champions, but will now stay with the Premier League champions until 2026 at least. But the 33-year-old has spoken about how he almost...

Falconets Striker Joins Turkish Club

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Falconets Striker Joins Turkish Club

Nigerian football sensation Taiwo Lawal has officially  a two-year contract with Turkish Women’s League outfit Atasehir Belediyespor, bidding farewell to her former club, Robo Queens. The football journey of the Nigerian attacker started with Aseyori Queens before her rise to prominence with Robo Queens. She showcased her goal-scoring prowess by clinching the Golden Boot Award at the 2022 Betsy Obaseki Women’s...

Gov. Otti Hosts Female Para-Power Lifters, Receives Commendation (Photos)

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Gov. Otti Hosts Female Para-Power Lifters, Receives Commendation (Photos)

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, continues to inspire hope and confidence among Nigerian athletes with his strong support to the development of sports in the country. Barely two weeks after he warmly received a contingent of Abia players in the nation's female football team, Super Falcons, to the World Cup in Australia, Governor Otti on Tuesday played host to...

100 Foreign Pros To Grace Oct. 1 Tournament At IBB Golf Club

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100 Foreign Pros To Grace Oct. 1 Tournament At IBB Golf Club

The prestigious IBB Golf Club is set to put Nigeria and Africa on the global golf map as it hosts over 500 eager golfers including 100 foreigners in the October 1st  Independence Golf Tourney, The highly anticipated 2023 edition which will be the country’s single biggest golf tournament will run between September 25 and October 1st. It will be a celebration of...

Messi Will Play At 2026 World Cup – Tapia

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Messi Will Play At 2026 World Cup – Tapia

President of the Argentinian Football Federation Claudio Tapia believes that Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi will play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Messi and Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar with Messi bagging the player of the tournament award after scoring seven goals and notching three assists. Messi who moved from...

Two Abia Warriors Players Missing

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Two Abia Warriors Players Missing

Abia Warriors FC declared that Henry Udezuka and Christian Uzorji have absconded from the team’s camp. The club’s management disclosed this in a press release made available to ABN TV. The Abia-based outfit maintained that the duo are still members of the club. READ ALSO: Messi Will Play At 2026 World Cup – Tapia “This is to inform the public that Henry Udezuka...

CAF Congratulates Osimhen On Ballon d’Or Nomination

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Transfer: Napoli May Sell Osimhen For €120m Next Summer

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has congratulated Victor Osimhen on his nomination for the 2023 Ballon d’Or. Osimhen made the list of nominees released on Wednesday night by the organizers. The Napoli hitman made history as the first Nigerian to be nominated for the Ballon d’Or. 29 other players were on the shortlist. “@MoSalah, @AndreyOnana, Yassine Bounou, @victorOsimhen9. “Africa has 4 nominees between...

John Terry Gets First Managerial Job

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John Terry Gets First Managerial Job

Chelsea legend, John Terry is ‘set to make first managerial breakthrough’ by joining Al-Shabab. According to the UK Sun, Terry was approached by the Saudi Pro League side two months ago and a deal was verbally agreed. The 42-year-old was offered an initial contract of at least two years. READ ALSO: CAF Congratulates Osimhen On Ballon d’Or Nomination However, this could go up...

Why I Decided To Join Brighton On Loan — Fati

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Why I Decided To Join Brighton On Loan — Fati

Ansu Fati has explained why he took the decision to leave Barcelona and join Brighton on a season-long loan. According to Fati, Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi was a key factor in his decision-making. Also he said he was tempted by playing in the Premier League. “Firstly, I spoke to the coach Roberto and he said he has full confidence in me...

Saudi League Might Be Better Than Ligue 1, Says Neymar

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Saudi League Might Be Better Than Ligue 1, Says Neymar

Al Hilal's new signing Neymar has said he believes the Saudi Arabia league might be better than the French Ligue 1. Neymar didn’t enjoy the best of times in France with Paris Saint-Germain. The Brazilian star spent six seasons at PSG but struggled with injuries in the majority of those seasons. Despite winning lots of domestic titles it was not enough for...

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