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Gary Neville predicts scoreline of Man Utd vs Arsenal clash

NewsDeskNgMay 10, 2024May 10, 20240

Former Manchester United captain, Gary Neville, has predicted that the Red Devils will all but end Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes this weekend. The Gunners travel to Old Trafford Sunday and are currently sitting one point above Manchester City, having played a game more. Neville believes Mikel Arteta’s men will...

Flamingos off to Bamako for Burkina Faso clash – U-17 WWCQ

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2024May 9, 20240

Nigeria’s Flamingos have departed Abuja for Bamako, Mali ahead of their 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture against Burkina Faso. The players and their officials departed Abuja on Thursday aboard an Air Cote d’Ivoire flight. The third round first leg clash is slated for Stade 26 March, Bamako...

Four players shortlisted for Remo Stars’ Player of the Month award

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2024May 9, 20240

The nominees for the Remo Stars Player of the Month award for April have been unveiled, according to reports. The quartet of club captain Junior Nduka, Sikiru Alimi, Haruna Hadi and Dela Akorli are the players in contention for the award. Akorli and Nduka were crucial for Remo Stars positive...

It’s against the rules – Tuchel ‘betrayed’ after Real Madrid beat Bayern

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2024May 9, 20240

Bayern Munich manager, Thomas Tuchel, has said he feels ‘betrayed’ following a controversial refereeing decision in their Champions League defeat to Real Madrid on Wednesday. Alphonso Davies gave Tuchel’s men the lead in the 68th minute, but Joselu netted a late brace to complete a stunning comeback. However, after Joselu’s...

Harry Kane snubs Messi, names best finisher in football

NewsDeskNgMay 8, 2024May 8, 20240

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has suggested Cristiano Ronaldo is the best finisher in football history. Kane was asked the question during an interview with Goal. The 30-year-old was asked to remain silent until he heard the name of the player he regarded as the best. A list of names...

Ian Wright slams Carragher for disrespecting Man United midfielder

NewsDeskNgMay 8, 2024May 8, 20240

Former Arsenal attacker, Ian Wright, has lambasted fellow pundit Jamie Carragher for what he describes as “disrespectful” comments aimed at Manchester United midfielder Casemiro following the Red Devils’ crushing 4-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on Monday. Under the helm of Erik ten Hag, Manchester United plummeted to a new nadir...

Troost-Ekong reveals admiration for Super Eagles coach, Finidi

NewsDeskNgMay 7, 2024May 7, 20240

Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong, has expressed his respect for new head coach of the team, Finidi George. Finidi is not new to the setup, having previously worked as an assistant to former handler of the team, Jose Peseiro. The 53-year-old also enjoyed an illustrious playing career, winning the UEFA...

Mourinho ready to replace Ten Hag at Man Utd

NewsDeskNgMay 7, 2024May 7, 20240

Jose Mourinho is desperate to be handed a second chance at Manchester United. According to the Manchester Evening News, Mourinho would even “walk” to Old Trafford to replace Erik ten Hag. The Portuguese manager was sacked by United in December 2018. But it is believed that Mourinho has a good...

Man Utd’s 4-0 defeat to Palace final nail in coffin for Ten Hag – Scholes

NewsDeskNgMay 7, 2024May 7, 20240

Former Manchester United midfielder, Paul Scholes, has claimed that the team’s 4-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on Monday is the “final nail in the coffin” for manager Erik ten Hag. The result leaves the Red Devils facing the possibility of not playing in Europe at all next season. Scholes, who...

Osimhen equals new scoring feat at Napoli

NewsDeskNgMay 7, 2024May 7, 20240

Victor Osimhen equaled a new scoring feat at Napoli after netting in the club’s 1-1 draw against Udinese at the Bluenergy Stadium on Monday night. The Nigeria international opened the scoring for the Partenopei in the 51st minute. The forward is now the third Napoli player to score in six...