Euro 2020: Croatia, Scotland Battle For Final Round Of 16 Qualification Slot
Scotland and Croatia, both locked on a point apiece in Euro 2020 Group D prepare for battle at Hampden Park on Tuesday. Croatia were held to a 1-1 draw by the Czech Republic last time out, while Scotland battled favourites to a goalless draw. It is mathematically impossible for third-placed Croatia to progress as group winners, and England’s victory over them...
It’s Impossible To See Messi Leave Barcelona -Eto’O
Barcelona hero Samuel Eto’o has insisted that Lionel Messi will continue to remain with the club. Recall that Eto’o and Messi played alongside one another when the Argentine’s career was still on the up, and the elder of the two has nothing but praise for his character. Speaking with Super Deportivo Radio, the former Cameroonian striker described Messi as a ‘god’...
Euro 2020: Dembele Ruled Out Of Tournament With Injury
Ousmane Dembele has left France’s Euro 2020 squad after suffering an injury in the 1-1 draw with Hungary. France had only brought on Dembele as a substitute earlier in the second-half before he was struck down with a knee issue. And Dembele was sent home from the squad on Monday after being ruled out for the remainder of the tournament. France face...
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...
FG Makes Important Appointment From Southeast As Mikel Obi Emerges Youth Ambassador
The Federal Government has appointed erstwhile Super Eagles Captain, John Mikel Obi as Youth Ambassador to inspire young Nigerians to strive for excellence. The appointment which took place at the NOC secretariat, National Stadium, Surulere Lagos on Friday is another of the Minister’s initiatives geared towards driving a vibrant youth for national development. Speaking at the event, Minister of Youth and...
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...
Busquets To Return Back To Spain After Negative Covid-19 Test
Spain captain Sergio Busquets will travel with the squad on Friday for their second Euro 2020 Group E game against Poland after being given the all-clear from Covid-19 following a first positive test. Busquets has been allowed to rejoin the squad, the Spanish football federation confirmed, after a negative result in his latest PCR test — but he is not...
Belgium Beat Denmark To Qualify For Euro 2020 Round Of 16
Kevin De Bruyne scored the winner as Belgium beat Denmark 2-1 in Copenhagen on Thursday to reach the knockout stage of Euro 2020, as fans and players at the Parken Stadium showed their support for Christian Eriksen. Yussuf Poulsen gave the hosts a second-minute lead, but De Bruyne came off the bench at half-time to make his first appearance of...
FA Cup Winner, Iheanacho Visits Senator Orji Kalu
The Chief Whip of the Senate and African Pillar of Sports, Dr Orji Uzor Kalu played host to Nigerian Professional Footballer and Premier League's Leicester city Star Kelechi Iheanacho, who paid him a courtesy visit at his Abuja home on Wednesday evening. The Super Eagles striker who won the FA Cup title with Leicester City after beating Chelsea in the...
Ramos Officially Leaves Real Madrid After 16 Years
Real Madrid have announced that captain Sergio Ramos has left the club after 16 years of service. Madrid made the announcement in a statement released on their official website on Wednesday. The club stated that Ramos will hold a press conference on Thursday to formally announce his exit. A short statement on Madrid’s official website read: “Real Madrid CF announces that tomorrow, Thursday,...
