Ahmed Musa Offers Explanation On Why He Declined Handshake With Kano Governor
Super Eagles skipper Ahmed Musa says he did not shake hands with Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State owing to “cultural respect”. A video of Musa at the Kano State Government House last month generated controversy on social media after the player was captured bowing to and not exchanging handshakes with the governor. But on Tuesday, Musa explained that the gesture...
Champions League: Ancelotti Gives Fresh Update On Hazard
Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has provided the latest update on winger Eden Hazard’s condition ahead of his side’s away Champions League clash with Shakhtar Donetsk on Tuesday night. Ancelotti suggested that Hazard will not be fit for Los Blancos’ clash with Shakhtar Donetsk, adding that the Belgium international has an ‘overload’. Hazard has missed Real Madrid’s last two matches due...
Moses Simon Is Man Of The Match – Okocha Disagrees With Decision To Hand Iheanacho MOTM Award
Former Nigeria midfielder, Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, has said Moses Simon should have been named Man of the Match against Egypt. Simon was in imperious form for the Super Eagles as they beat the Pharaohs 1-0 in their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations opening fixture on Tuesday. The Nantes winger dribbled past players on the right flank and created chances for...
Eagles Not Scared To Face Ronaldo, Fernandes – Ike Shorunmu
Former Nigerian goalkeeper, Ike Shorunmu has revealed that the Super Eagles have what it takes to silence Portugal’s duo of Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes in Thursday’s international friendly game. The Super Eagles will be absent from the Mundial, but they will look to make an impression under coach Jose Peseiro. This will be the first time ever the Eagles...
AFCONQ: Osimhen Is Nigeria’s Goal Machine – Babangida
Former Nigerian winger, Tijani Babangida has revealed that Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen can be Nigeria’s goal machine if he gets the necessary assistance from his teammate. Recall that the Napoli star bagged a brace in the team’s 3-2 win over Sierra Leone in a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in Monrovia on Sunday, to help Nigeria seal qualification. READ...
Nwaneri Will Grow In Arsenal — Mertesacker
Arsenal academy manager Per Mertesacker believes Ethan Nwaneri will grow with the Gunners. Recall that Nwaneri signed his first professional contract with English Premier League leader Arsenal on Thursday. However, in a chat with the club’s official website, Mertesacker stated that he’s delighted to see a young talent sign a professional deal. “We are extremely proud of Ethan and his journey, from pre-academy...
Transfer: Ex-Barcelona Star Set To Join Messi At Inter Miami
Jordi Alba, an ex-Barcelona defender, could join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. However, the Major League Soccer (MLS) club will face competition from Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan, and Saudi Arabian clubs, according to ESPN. Alba has agreed to leave his contract with Barcelona one year early. And the 34-year-old is set to decide on his future following the UEFA Nations League finals...
3SC General Manager Rasheed Balogun Passes Away
The General Manager of Shooting Stars of Ibadan Rasheed Balogun has sadly passed away after battling illness for months. Balogun’s death was confirmed by Shooting Stars in a statement on their Twitter handle. According to the Ibadan-based club, the 62-year-old died on Thursday night. READ ALSO: I’m Fully Committed To Barcelona – Dembele “We LOST our GENERAL MANAGER “After a long battle with an...
2022 W/Cup Playoff: Super Eagles, Black Stars To Clash In Abuja March 27
Nigeria and Ghana will face off in a pitched battle at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Sunday, 27th March in what is the final leg of a potentially –explosive FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 play-off round. The Nigeria Football Federation on Tuesday confirmed the date of the reverse leg to the Confederation of African Football, with the Ghana...
Anthony Joshua And Tyson Fury To Fight In A ‘Specially-Built Stadium In Saudi Arabia’
Finally the long awaited mouthwatering heavyweight fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will take place in a purpose-built stadium in Saudi Arabia, according to Eddie Hearn. The announcement comes after the boxing promoter confirmed the fight will take place in Saudi Arabia on August 14. Hearn has shared more updates on the upcoming fight, revealing that plans are in place...
