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Why Ronaldo, Thierry Henry have ‘beef’ with Cristiano Ronaldo

NewsDeskNgMar 25, 2024March 25, 20240

Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand, has revealed why he thinks Thierry Henry “has beef” with Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo was Ferdinand’s team-mate at Old Trafford for six years. Henry played for Arsenal from 1999-2007 before leaving for Barcelona. But before leaving, Henry played several times in the Premier League against Ronaldo....

Sometimes I need to scream at him – Gabriel Magalhaes on Arsenal teammate

NewsDeskNgMar 25, 2024March 25, 20240

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has hailed his partnership with fellow centre-back William Saliba. Gabriel admits that Saliba has sometimes made him scream swear words during games but their relationship has helped transform Arsenal into title contenders under manager Mikel Arteta this season . Arsenal are currently top of the Premier...

Man Utd ‘could be banned’ from Europe next season over Ratcliffe’s takeover

NewsDeskNgMar 25, 2024March 25, 20240

Manchester United could be banned from playing in Europe next season after Sir Jim Ratcliffe bought a minority stake in the Premier League club. Ratcliffe also owns OGC Nice, who currently sit fifth in Ligue 1. But UEFA’s rules on multi-club ownership imply that both clubs would not be allowed...

2024 Copa America draw: Group stage confirmed

NewsDeskNgMar 25, 2024March 25, 20240

The groups for the 2024 Copa America have been confirmed. This follows the completion of the CONCACAF Nations League on Sunday. Canada, Jamaica and Costa Rica have now confirmed their spots at the tournament. The competition, which runs from June 20 to July 14, will feature 10 South American countries,...

Omeruo cleared to face Mali with Super Eagles

NewsDeskNgMar 25, 2024March 25, 20240

Centre-back, Kenneth Omeruo is expected to start Nigeria’s clash with Mali on Tuesday night after missing the first friendly against Ghana due to a training ground injury. Omeruo was an unused substitute against the Black Stars. With the Kasimpasa player and Calvin Bassey unavailable for the game, interim head coach,...

Iheanacho backs Finidi for Super Eagles coaching job

NewsDeskNgMar 23, 2024March 23, 20240

Kelechi Iheanacho believes Finidi George is the right man to lead the Super Eagles, according to reports. Finidi was confirmed as Super Eagles interim head coach this week. The 53-year-old, who is also the head of Nigeria Premier Football League champions, Enyimba led the Super Eagles to a 2-1 victory...

Finidi George reveals new Super Eagles formation

NewsDeskNgMar 23, 2024March 23, 20240

Super Eagles interim head coach, Finidi George has revealed the reason behind his decision to adopt a new formation in Friday night’s 2-1 victory over the Black Stars of Ghana. The three-time African champions played a 3-4-3 formation in six of their seven games at the 2023 Africa Cup of...

Super Eagles friendly will prepare Black Stars for World Cup qualifiers

NewsDeskNgMar 22, 2024March 22, 20240

Black Stars of Ghana head coach, Otto Addo says the friendly games against Nigeria and Uganda will prepare the team for June’s World Cup qualifiers against Mali and Central African Republic. Addo is back in charge of the Black Stars following the sacking of Chris Hughton. Hughton lost his job...

Heartland Queens won’t relinquish NWFL top spot – Lucky

NewsDeskNgMar 22, 2024March 22, 20240

Heartland Queens forward, Mary Lucky has vowed that her team will finish in top position in Group A of the Nigeria Women’s Football League. The Owerri Angels usurped Nasarawa Amazons at the top of the NWFL Group A table after a 1-0 win over their rival. Lucky also expressed confidence...

He’s dynamic – Sagna tips Chelsea star to become best right-back in Premier League

NewsDeskNgMar 22, 2024March 22, 20240

According to former Arsenal and Manchester City defender, Bacary Sagna, Chelsea’s Malo Gusto has the potential to be the best right-back in the Premier League. Gusto was signed by Chelsea from Lyon in a £26.3 million deal just over a year ago and has played more than anticipated this season...