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We’re powerhouse – Messi on Argentina’s chances of winning trophy

NewsDeskNgDec 5, 2022December 5, 20220

Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has rated his side’s chances of winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. According to Messi, Argentina is one of the candidates that can win the World Cup in Qatar, describing the South American giants as a powerhouse and among the best. “[Argentina] is one...

France the biggest test for England – Southgate

NewsDeskNgDec 5, 2022December 5, 20220

England manager, Gareth Southgate has said France poses the biggest test his team could come up against at the 2022 World Cup. The Three Lions have now set up a quarter-final clash with the current holders on Saturday. England hammered Senegal 3-0 in the last 16 on Sunday to qualify...

Rodrygo reveals what Neymar told him after Brazil’s 1-0 loss to Cameroon

NewsDeskNgDec 5, 2022December 5, 20220

Brazil forward, Rodrygo, has revealed what teammate Neymar told him following the Seleção’s World Cup 1-0 defeat to Cameroon a few days ago. Rodrygo started his first game in the competition against Cameroon in their final group-stage match. With Brazil securing qualification after winning their first two games, manager Tite...

Guardiola should have been sacked for failing to win Champions League

NewsDeskNgDec 3, 2022December 3, 20220

Mauricio Pochettino has said Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, should have been sacked “seven or eight times” for failing to win the Champions League. Pochettino was fired as Paris Saint-Germain’s manager in the summer after only 17 months in charge. Despite winning the Ligue 1 title, many considered last season...

Cristiano Ronaldo named in the worst team of group stage

NewsDeskNgDec 3, 2022December 3, 20220

Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has been named in the worst team of the 2022 World Cup group stages. Ronaldo was listed alongside four Qatar players. The 37-year-old started every match but struggled to make an impact, scoring only once – a controversial penalty. Sofascore, announcing their worst side for the...

Brazil striker, Gabriel Jesus suffers World Cup-ending injury

NewsDeskNgDec 3, 2022December 3, 20220

Brazil striker, Gabriel Jesus, will not play any further part in the 2022 World Cup campaign, after he suffered a knee injury during their 1-0 defeat against Cameroon on Friday. The 25-year-old made his first start of the competition but failed to find the back of the net. After the...

I lost €100 bet with Messi over penalty – Poland goalkeeper, Szczesny

NewsDeskNgDec 1, 2022December 1, 20220

Poland goalkeeper, Wojciech Szczesny has revealed he lost a €100 bet with Lionel Messi before the Argentina captain missed a penalty during his team’s 2-0 win in their final Group C fixture. Alexis Mac Allister and Julian Alvarez scored after the missed kick to seal top spot for Albiceleste. Argentina...

Belgian club, Genk rule out Onuachu January exit

NewsDeskNgDec 1, 2022December 1, 20220

Belgian Pro League side, KRC Genk won’t entertain any offers for forward, Paul Onuachu in January. Premier League club, Aston Villa are reportedly set to table a bid for Onuachu during the winter transfer window. The Smurfs valued the Nigeria international around €25m. According to Belgian news hub, website, voetbalkrant.com,...

Chelsea’s Reece James chooses between Messi, Ronaldo, names 3 toughest players

NewsDeskNgDec 1, 2022December 1, 20220

Chelsea defender, Reece James has chosen Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo as the better player over Argentina’s Lionel Messi. James also named the likes of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr., Bayern Munich’s Sadio Mane and AC Milan’s Leao Rafael as the three toughest players he has ever played against in his glittering career...

Under 20: Flying Eagles tackle Danish Football Academy in friendly

NewsDeskNgDec 1, 2022December 1, 20220

Nigeria’s U-20 side, the Flying Eagles will today take on Danish Football Academy in a friendly at the FIFA Goal Project Football Field in Abuja. It will be first tune up game for Ladan Bosso’s side since they resumed camping in Abuja ahead of the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of...