Home-Based Super Eagles Good Enough To Defeat Mexico – Gernot Rohr
Gernot Rohr has backed the home-based Super Eagles to defeat Mexico in their international friendly in the United States. Speaking after the team’s Friday morning training session, Rohr praised the players for their attitude in training, while expressing confidence that they can overcome the Mexicans. “They are doing well (home-based Eagles),” he told Super Eagles media. “The Super Eagles first team...
2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Don’t Underrate Liberia, Dosu Warns Super Eagles
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Dosu Joseph has warned the Super Eagles against underrating Liberia ahead of the commencement of the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers in September. Super Eagles are grouped alongside Central Africa Republic, Cape Verde, and Liberia. In September, the team first welcome Liberia to Lagos, before they embark on a tricky trip to Cape Verde. The Olympic gold medalist...
Messi Agrees Two-Year Barcelona Contract Extension
Barcelona are reportedly on the brink of confirming a new two-year contract for Lionel Messi. The 34-year-old’s existing deal is due to expire later this week, throwing up a scenario where the Argentine could walk away from Camp Nou. However, the return of president Joan Laporta has coincided with a change of heart from Messi, who requested a transfer away from...
Emmanuel Dennis Joins Watford For Pre-Season Training
Nigeria winger Emmanuel Dennis has linked up with Premier League newcomers Watford for pre-season training ahead of the new season. Dennis recently joined the Hornets on a five-year contract from Belgian Pro League champions Club Brugge. READ ALSO: BREAKING: CJN Swears In 18 Court Of Appeal Justices The versatile winger scored 27 goals in just over 90 club appearances for Brugge and...
Tottenham Officially Appoints Espirito Santo As New Manager
Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Portuguese gaffer Nuno Espírito Santo as their new manager on a two-year deal. Spurs announced Santo’s appointment was announced on Wednesday night in a statement released on their official website. “We are delighted to announce the appointment of Nuno Espírito Santo as our new Head Coach on a contract until 2023. “Nuno arrives following a four-year spell at...
Arsenal Makes ‘Official’ Bid For Manuel Locatelli
Arsenal have made an official bid for Manuel Locatelli, according to Sassuolo’s CEO Giovanni Carnevali. The Gunners are also keeping tabs on Renato Sanches if they can offload multiple flops this summer. Carnevali explained that Arsenal are in a pole position to sign the Italy international ahead of other clubs. Arsenal’s interest in Locatelli could also mean Granit Xhaka is on his...
Man Utd To Sign Sancho In £73m Deal
Manchester United have announced that they have reached an agreement for a fee in principle of £73m with Borussia Dortmund for Jadon Sancho. Sancho, 21, is expected to sign a five-year contract with the option of a sixth. He will finalise terms and complete a medical after his Euro 2020 campaign. The statement read:” Manchester United is delighted to announce it has...
Awoniyi To Join Liverpool For Pre- Season Training
Nigeria forward Taiwo Awoniyi is expected to link up with Liverpool for pre-season training next week. Awoniyi was granted work permit about a month ago by the British government. The striker is yet to play in an officials game for the Reds since arriving the club for a fee around £400,000. Awoniyi signed a contract extension with Liverpool in 2018 which expires...
Lesley Ugochukwu Extends Contract With Stade Rennes Until 2024
Lesley Ugochukwu has extended his contract with Ligue 1 club Stade Rennes by one one-year until 2024. Ugochukwu signed his first professional contract with the club last summer. The 17-year-old made his senior debut against Dijon in April and also featured against Paris Saint-Germain and Mimes. “It’s a lot of pride. It is, in quotes, the reward for my efforts. I thank...
Chelsea Midfielder Gilmour Joins Norwich City On Loan
Scottish midfielder Billy Gilmour has joined newly promoted Norwich City on a season-long loan from Chelsea The Champions League holders announced the loan move on their official website on Friday. Gilmour, 20, made 11 appearances for Chelsea last season and started only three league games. The former Rangers youth player was an unused substitute in both the FA Cup and Champions League finals. READ...
