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Chelsea officially appoint Maresca as new manager

NewsDeskNgJun 3, 2024June 3, 20240

Chelsea FC on Monday officially appointed Enzo Maresca as the new manager of the men’s team. The Premier League west London club disclosed this in a statement via their website. Maresca will begin his new role on 1 July 2024. The Italian signed a five-year contract with the Blues. Reacting,...

Iwobi – Nigerians are loud, you can smell us from miles away

NewsDeskNgJun 1, 2024June 1, 20240

Fulham and Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has revealed what he loves about being a Nigerian. The former Arsenal star said Nigerians have unique mannerisms which make them stand out. He added that Nigerians are “so loud,” especially the Yorubas. Iwobi stated this in a recent interview with Kiss Fresh,...

2026 WCQ: South Africa can’t match Super Eagles

NewsDeskNgJun 1, 2024June 1, 20240

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali says the team has more quality than the Bafana Bafana of South Africa. Nigeria and South Africa will renew their rivalry in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Uyo next Friday. The Super Eagles defeated Hugo Broos’ side in their recent meeting at the...

Greek club, PAOK Salonica interested in Iheanacho

NewsDeskNgJun 1, 2024June 1, 20240

Greece Super League champions, PAOK Salonica are the latest club to be linked with Super Eagles forward, Kelechi Iheanacho. Iheanacho will leave Leicester City on a free transfer when his contract expires next month. That has made the 27-year-old attractive for prospective suitors. The striker is reportedly wanted by some...

Jose Mourinho signs 2-year deal at new club

NewsDeskNgMay 31, 2024May 31, 20240

Former Chelsea boss, Jose Mourinho has signed for a new club after his last stint at Roma. Mourinho’s last coaching job was at Roma where he was sacked last season despite leading them to UEFA Conference League cup victory the previous term. He has been without a job since his...

‘No shame’ – Aubameyang opens up on Arteta’s accusations, painful Arsenal exit

NewsDeskNgMay 31, 2024May 31, 20240

Former Arsenal captain, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has finally broken his silence on his contentious exit from the Gunners, revealing that manager Mikel Arteta accused him of “putting a knife in his back.” The decision to banish the Gabonese, who was pivotal in winning the FA Cup for Arteta, remains one of...

Mbaoma doubtful for Enyimba vs Rivers United

NewsDeskNgMay 31, 2024May 31, 20240

Enyimba forward Chijioke Mbaoma is doubtful for his side’s matchday 34 fixture against Rivers United, according to reports. Mbaoma picked up a knock in their President Federation Cup Round of 16 clash against Sokoto United. He was subbed off early in the game due to the injury. Mbaoma is expected...

Ancelotti names 3 players that’ll replace Kroos at Real Madrid

NewsDeskNgMay 30, 2024May 30, 20240

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has named three players to replace departing midfielder Toni Kroos. On Saturday, Kroos will play his last game for Real Madrid in the Champions League final against Dortmund. The Germany international had already announced he would retire from the game after the Euro 2024 this...

He has everything – Man City’s Kyle Walker names world’s best right-back

NewsDeskNgMay 30, 2024May 30, 20240

Manchester City captain, Kyle Walker has named Chelsea’s Reece James as the ‘best right-back in the world’. Walker believes James has everything qualities that a right-back should have. Despite struggling with recurring injury issues, James has established himself as one of the best defenders in the Premier League since making...

Forget President Federation Cup ouster – Ogunbote tells 3SC players

NewsDeskNgMay 30, 2024May 30, 20240

Shooting Stars technical adviser, Gbenga Ogunbote has urged his team to shift focus to the remaining matches in Nigeria Premier Football League. The Ibadan warlords crashed out of the 2024 President Federation Cup following a 1-0 loss to El-Kanemi Warriors in Abuja on Wednesday. Ogunbote charged the players to put...