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NNL banishes Rovers FC to Eket, fines Ekiti United, Coal City FC

NewsDeskNgApr 6, 2024April 6, 20240

The Nigeria National League, NNL, has banished Rovers FC from their home ground, UJ Eugene stadium, Calabar to the Eket Stadium in Akwa Ibom State. The decision followed the poor security arrangements in Rovers’ home game. against Ekiti United. Ekiti United goalkeeper was attacked by a Rovers FC fan during...

We will use home advantage to beat Falcons – Banyana star, Kgatlana

NewsDeskNgApr 6, 2024April 6, 20240

Banyana Banyana of South Africa star, Thembi Kgatlana believes playing in front of their supporters will give the team edge in the second leg of the 2024 Olympic Games qualifier against Nigeria. Desiree Ellis’ side were outplayed by the Super Falcons, who claimed a 1-0 win in the first leg...

I see them – Arteta disagrees with rival manager over comment on Arsenal

NewsDeskNgApr 6, 2024April 6, 20240

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has disagreed with his Luton Town counterpart, Rob Edwards for labelling the Gunners as having no weaknesses after seeing them in midweek. Edwards had said that Arsenal are very clear in how they attack opponents, adding that Arteta’s side have got no ‘weaknesses’. However, Arteta has...

How Liverpool can beat Man Utd at Old Trafford

NewsDeskNgApr 5, 2024April 5, 20240

Liverpool boss, Jurgen Klopp has revealed that his side must be at their best in order to beat Manchester United at Old Trafford this weekend. According to Klopp, Liverpool must cause the Red Devils problems in front of their home fans. Man United will host Liverpool in the Premier League...

Amusan to begin Diamond League title defence in Xiamen

NewsDeskNgApr 5, 2024April 5, 20240

100m hurdles world record holder, Tobi Amusan will begin the defence of her Wanda Diamond League crown in Xiamen, China on April 20. The 26-year-old will face Olympic champion, Jasmine Camacho-Quinn, world champion, Danielle Williams and world indoor champion Devynne Charlton in the race. Amusan won the Wanda Diamond League...

‘It’s sad, we’re all human with weaknesses’ – Drogba on Dani Alves, Robinho rape charges

NewsDeskNgApr 5, 2024April 5, 20240

In the wake of rape charges against former Brazilian internationals, Dani Alves and Robinho, Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba has given his opinion regarding the issues. Recall that both Alves and Robinho face significant legal consequences following their recent legal troubles, tarnishing their once-glowing reputations and potentially leading to prison sentences....

I’ll score – Lamine Yamal predicts scoreline for PSG vs Barcelona

NewsDeskNgApr 5, 2024April 5, 20240

Barcelona star, Lamine Yamal has predicted his side’s UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg tie against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday in France. He predicted Barcelona to beat the French Ligue 1 champions 1-0 in front of their home fans. According to Yamal, the he will be the one that will...

Full package, he’s aggressive – Ben Foster praises Arsenal star

NewsDeskNgApr 5, 2024April 5, 20240

Former Manchester United goalkeeper, Ben Foster has heaped praises on Arsenal defender, William Saliba for his performances for the Gunners this season. Foster compared Saliba to Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk, insisting that the Frenchman is a full package and aggressive. Saliba has been impressive for Mikel Arteta’s side this...

They’re top scorers – Ferdinand questions Ten Hag’s decision on two Man Utd players

NewsDeskNgApr 5, 2024April 5, 20240

Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has questioned manager, Erik ten Hag’s decision to drop Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay for the Red Devils’ Premier League game against Chelsea on Thursday. Ten Hag made three changes to the side that drew 1-1 with Brentford, with Rashford being benched and Antony coming...

João Felix gives verdict on GOAT debate

NewsDeskNgApr 5, 2024April 5, 20240

Barcelona forward, João Felix has given his verdict on the Greatest player Of All Time (GOAT) debate between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. The rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi began in the late 2000s. The pair have carried on since then, winning a combined 13 Ballon d’Or trophies. Their success...