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He’s really impressed me – Alan Shearer hails Arsenal forward

NewsDeskNgOct 8, 2024October 8, 20240

Premier League legend, Alan Shearer has said that Arsenal forward, Kai Havertz, has really impressed him this season. This was following the German’s brilliant performance in Arsenal’s 3-1 home victory against Southampton on Saturday. Havertz scored for the sixth consecutive time at the Emirates Stadium over the weekend. The 25-year-old...

Man Utd eye Tuchel as Ten Hag’s replacement

NewsDeskNgOct 7, 2024October 7, 20240

Manchester United are eyeing Thomas Tuchel as their new manager, ahead of imminent crunch talks with under-fire Erik ten Hag. The Red Devils sit in 14th place going into the October international break. After seven fixtures, Ten Hag’s men have picked up only eight points – the club’s worst-ever start...

Bayelsa United getting better with more games – Bosso

NewsDeskNgOct 7, 2024October 7, 20240

Bayelsa United head coach, Ladan Bosso says his side is gradually finding their rhythm in Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) this season. The Prosperity Boys held Nasarawa United to a goalless draw in a matchday 5 encounter at the Lafia Township Stadium on Sunday. Bosso believes his team was unlucky...

Amuneke relieved after Heartland end winless streak

NewsDeskNgOct 7, 2024October 7, 20240

Heartland head coach, Emmanuel Amuneke has admitted he is relieved after the Naze Millionaires recorded their first win of the season. The Owerri club defeated Niger Tornadoes 2-0 at the Dan Anyiam Stadium on Sunday to end their barren run. Michael Ogu scored both goals for the former Nigeria Premier...

Musa targets more goals for Kano Pillars

NewsDeskNgOct 7, 2024October 7, 20240

Ahmed Musa is looking forward to scoring more goals for Kano Pillars after a remarkable start to his third stint at the club. Musa was the star of the show as the four-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions handed Sunshine Stars a 2-0 defeat at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium...

You’ll overcome this challenge – Ancelotti to injured Real Madrid star

NewsDeskNgOct 7, 2024October 7, 20240

Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has sent a positive message to defender, Dani Carvajal. This was following the Los Blancos captain’s season-ending ACL injury. Carvajal now requires surgery after a horrific injury in Real Madrid’s 2-0 win against Villareal on Saturday. The Spain International collided with Villarreal’s Yeremy Pino in...

Abdallah delighted with Kano Pillars win over Sunshine Stars

NewsDeskNgOct 7, 2024October 7, 20240

Kano Pillars technical adviser, Usman Abdallah has praised his team’s performance in the win over Sunshine Stars. Abdallah stated that his players showed their character in returning to winning ways. Ahmed Musa’s brace earned Kano Pillars maximum points in the matchday five encounter. Abdallah stated that his players showed strong...

Finidi reacts to Rivers United’s victory over Akwa United

NewsDeskNgOct 7, 2024October 7, 20240

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George has admitted that his side’s victory over Akwa United was tough. The Pride of Rivers defeated Akwa United 2-1 in a matchday five encounter at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt. Stephen Manyo and Ndifreke Effiong were on target for Rivers United, while Friday...

Rudiger – Why I left Chelsea for Real Madrid

NewsDeskNgOct 4, 2024October 4, 20240

Antonio Rudiger has opened up on why he left Chelsea for Real Madrid. The German said he had to leave as the Premier League side delayed contract talks. Rudiger added that Real Madrid do not call often, making it irresistible for him to answer the Spanish top flight giants. Speaking...

UEFA – Lookman makes history in Atalanta’s win over Shakhtar Donetsk

NewsDeskNgOct 3, 2024October 3, 20240

Ademola Lookman equalled Duvan Zapata’s UEFA Champions League record for Atalanta after his goal and assist against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday night. Gian Piero Gasperini’s side defeated the Ukrainians 3-0 in the matchday two encounter. Lookman set-up Berat Djimsiti for the opening goal after 21 minutes. The Nigeria international then...