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Jack Wilshere gives verdict on Arteta forcing striker out of Arsenal

NewsDeskNgMar 22, 2024March 22, 20240

Former Arsenal midfielder, Jack Wilshere has insisted that manager, Mikel Arteta was ‘right’ to force former striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang out of the club. In 2022, Arteta stamped his authority at the Emirates and kicked former captain Aubameyang out of the first-team following a series of disciplinary problems. The Gabonese went...

Euro 2024: I don’t see him making England squad – Merson on Chelsea star

NewsDeskNgMar 21, 2024March 21, 20240

Arsenal legend, Paul Merson believes that Chelsea forward, Raheem Sterling will be left out of the England squad for Euro 2024. As the team prepares for the upcoming international friendlies against Brazil and Belgium, several new players, including Kobbie Mainoo, Anthony Gordon, and Jarrad Branthwaite, have been called up by...

Harry Kane, three other England players miss training ahead of Brazil clash

NewsDeskNgMar 21, 2024March 21, 20240

As England gears up to face Brazil in a friendly match this weekend, four English footballers, including Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka, reportedly trained away from the rest of the team. According to Sky Sports, Cole Palmer and Jordan Henderson also trained separately as they undergo personalized training programs inside...

Super Eagles camp bubbles with 16 players, six more expected

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2024March 20, 20240

Sixteen players trained on Tuesday as the Super Eagles began preparations for the upcoming friendlies against Ghana and Mali. Notable stars like Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, Moses Simon, Semi Ajayi and Stanley Nwabali are among the players already in camp. The remaining six players are expected to join...

Bayern Munich prioritizes ex-Chelsea coach ahead of Alonso to replace Tuchel

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2024March 20, 20240

Bayern Munich is reportedly keen on appointing former Chelsea and Tottenham boss Antonio Conte to replace Thomas Tuchel, who is leaving the German club at the end of the season. Reports suggest that Bayern’s interest in Conte is higher than that of Bayer Leverkusen coach, Xabi Alonso or any other...

Nigeria vs Ghana final: Defend your crown – Sports Minster charges Falconets

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2024March 20, 20240

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has charged Nigeria’s U20 female national team, the Falconets, to clinch victory against Ghana team and defend their gold medal in the women’s football final at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana. During his visit to the team’s camp...

Man Utd’s Amad Diallo names best player he ever played with

NewsDeskNgMar 19, 2024March 19, 20240

Manchester United attacker, Amad Diallo has named teammate Marcus Rashford as the best player he has ever played with in his career so far. Diallo recently took part in a rapid-fire segment during a chat with the Professional Footballers’ Associations on TikTok. The Senegalese was asked: “Best player you’ve ever...

Sports Minister hails wrestling team as Nigerian athletes sweep medals again

NewsDeskNgMar 19, 2024March 19, 20240

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has hailed the Daniel Igali-led Nigerian Wrestling Federation following the exceptional performance of Nigerian athletes at the African Senior Wrestling Championship taking place in Alexandria, Egypt. The wrestlers have continued to showcase talents and determination after securing a plethora of...

Napoli confirm Osimhen out of Super Eagles’ friendlies against Ghana, Mali

NewsDeskNgMar 19, 2024March 19, 20240

Serie A champions, Napoli have confirmed Victor Osimhen will not feature in Super Eagles’ friendly against Ghana and Mali due to injury. Osimhen was named among the substitutes in Napoli’s 1-1 draw with Inter Milan at the San Siro on Sunday but didn’t feature in the game. Caretaker manager, Francesco...

Shooting Stars condemn harassment of Remo Stars forward, Alimi

NewsDeskNgMar 19, 2024March 19, 20240

Shooting Stars have condemned the physical harassment of Remo Stars forward, Sikiru Alimi by some unidentified fans. Alimi complained on his X handle that some fans physically assaulted him after the matchday 26 encounter in Ibadan. The Oluyole Warriors expressed disappointment with the actions of the small section of the...