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Troost-Ekong seals loan move to Serie A club, Salernitana

NewsDeskNgJan 24, 2023January 24, 20230

Super Eagles vice-captain, William Troost-Ekong has completed his loan move to Serie A club, Salernitana. Salernitana has the obligation to buy the centre-back at the end of the season. “US Salernitana 1919 communicates that it has reached an agreement with Watford FC for the temporary transfer with the right to...

He has unstoppable movement, a goal machine – Redknapp describes EPL star

NewsDeskNgJan 24, 2023January 24, 20230

Former Tottenham boss, Harry Redknapp has given his take on what separates Eriling Haaland from other strikers. Haaland bagged a hat-trick on Sunday to help Manchester City beat Wolves 3-0 in the Premier League. Haaland had hit a lean patch after the turn of the year, firing blanks against Chelsea,...

Gary Neville names team that’ll finish above Arsenal, miss out on top four

NewsDeskNgJan 24, 2023January 24, 20230

Former Manchester United captain, Gary Neville, has predicted that Newcastle United will fail to finish in the Premier League top four this season. The Magpies are currently in third place on the log with 39 points from 20 matches. Eddie Howe’s men, who are having a fantastic season, are only...

Chelsea legend snubs Haaland, names best striker

NewsDeskNgJan 24, 2023January 24, 20230

Chelsea legend Jason Cundy has named Harry Kane as the all-round better striker than Manchester City’s Erling Haaland. According to him, the England captain would even be a better fit in Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City team than Haaland. Harry Kane scored the only goal as Tottenham beat Fulham in the...

He’ll go down as greatest ever – Jamie Carragher hails England star

NewsDeskNgJan 24, 2023January 24, 20230

Former Liverpool star Jamie Carragher has said Harry Kane will go down as Tottenham’s greatest-ever player. Kane scored the only goal as Tottenham beat Fulham in the Premier League on Monday. It was the England captain’s 16th goal in 21 top-flight games this season. His impressive 16 goals in 21...

Everton Sacked Frank Lampard

NewsDeskNgJan 23, 2023January 23, 20230

Frank Lampard has been fired by Everton football club following poor results and recent defeat at West Ham. The Toffees are currently languishing in 19th place after picking up just five points from their last 12 Premier League games. Lampard arrived at Goodison Park in January 2022.The former Chelsea skipper...

Come to Arsenal – Emmanuel Petit begs FIFA World Cup star

NewsDeskNgJan 23, 2023January 23, 20230

Former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder, Emmanuel Petit, has urged England World Cup star, Declan Rice, to join the Gunners amid interest from the Blues. Petit believes Rice, who currently plays for West Ham United, should join Arsenal if he wants to improve and win silverware. Arsenal turned their attention towards...

CSED Renews Pledge To Uplift Grassroots Badminton Training

NewsDeskNgJan 21, 2023January 21, 20230

By Eric Ojo Community Sport and Educational Development (CSED) Initiative, a frontline Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has reaffirmed its commitment and support for the promotion of Badminton, particularly at the grassroots level in Nigeria. This is coming to the heels of the just concluded three-day Badminton training for game masters, game...

Ten Hag names four Man Utd players that caused 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace

NewsDeskNgJan 19, 2023January 19, 20230

Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, has said that at least four players on the pitch should have ensured they beat Crystal Palace on Wednesday. The Red Devils were held to a 1-1 draw at Selhurst Park, with Michael Olise’s late free-kick cancelling out Bruno Fernandes’ opener. However, Ten Hag...

It’s step too far for them – Redknapp names team that might not win title

NewsDeskNgJan 19, 2023January 19, 20230

Former England midfielder, Jamie Redknapp, has said winning the Premier League title might be a step too far for Manchester United. Redknapp was speaking on Sky Sports following United’s 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace on Wednesday night. According to him, the result might have ended their hopes of mounting a...