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Racist video: I don’t condone such behaviour – Mikel Obi hits Chelsea midfielder

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Former Super Eagles and Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has hit out at Enzo Fernandez for singing racist chants with his Argentina teammates. Fernandez was widely criticised after videos of him and his Argentina teammates could be seen…

CAF Champions League: Rangers to play home games in Uyo

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Nigerian champions Rangers will play their home games in the CAF Champions League at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. The Flying Antelopes adopted the ground after failing to get CAF’s approval for their home venue, Nnamdi…

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EPL: He’s dynamic – John Barnes names Salah’s replacement at Liverpool

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Former Liverpool star John Barnes has claimed that West Ham United midfielder Mohammed Kudus could potentially replace Mohamed Salah at Anfield in the near future. According to Barnes, the Ghanaian international is dynamic, and direct and…

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EPL: He’ll make mistakes – Maguire’s verdict on Man Utd’s summer signing

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Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has given his verdict on the club’s summer signing, Leny Yoro. Maguire believes Yoro will make mistakes because he is still young. The England international also backed Yoro to have a bright future…

Beach soccer qualifier: CAF appoints Mozambican officials for Nigeria vs Mauritania

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The Confederation of African Football has appointed Mozambican officials to take charge of the Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Nigeria’s Supersand Eagles and Mauritania. Dique Salvador Muxanga will serve as the centre…

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It’s risky – Chelsea legend criticizes Maresca’s decision

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Chelsea Legend, Frank Leboeuf has criticised manager, Enzo Maresca for the decision to play out from the back in the Blues’ recent pre-season friendly 2-2 draw against Wrexham. Chelsea was held to a 2-2 draw against the League One side in…

Serie A: Fabregas forces Chelsea legend out of Como

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Chelsea legend, Dennis Wise, has confirmed he is stepping down as CEO of Como. Wise has spent over five years with the Italian club. After more than two decades outside the Serie A, Como won promotion last season, securing an automatic…

Mikel Obi suggests perfect manager to coach England

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Former Chelsea midfielder, John Obi Mikel has backed Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti as the perfect manager to coach the England national team. The former Super Eagles captain believes Ancelotti can bring out the best of the English…

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Transfer: ‘Good signing’ – Gallas on incoming Arsenal player

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Former Arsenal Defender, William Gallas has endorsed manager Mikel Arteta’s decision to sign Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna. Gallas believes the Italian defender would be a good signing for the Premier League North London club. Calafiori…

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Remo Stars beef up squad with three new players

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Remo Stars have announced the signing of three new players, Ikeagbwu ThankGod, Shuaibu Lalle Ibrahim and Ismael Isaaka Souley, DAILY POST reports. The Sky Blue Stars made the announcement on their X account ThankGod, Ibrahim and Souley…

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You could have problem in Chelsea dressing room – Reece James warns teammate

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Chelsea captain, Reece James, has admitted that the racist chanting storm sparked by team-mate Enzo Fernandez “could be a problem” in their dressing room. Enzo and some of his Argentina team-mates were seen singing a derogatory song about…

‘Don’t wait for England and choose Nigeria when you’re 29’ – Mikel Obi blows hot

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Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, has hit out at footballers with African roots who choose to play for European countries. Mikel Obi, speaking on his podcast, insisted that their fatherland should not be a second option.…

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Transfer: Guardiola to replace De Bruyne with Musiala

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Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, is already looking around for Kevin De Bruyne’s possible replacements, BILD reports. De Bruyne is set to stay at the Etihad despite being heavily linked with a summer exit. But the Belgian midfielder…

Transfer: ‘I’m over the moon’ – Man Utd attacker reacts after leaving Ten Hag’s side

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Manchester United striker, Joe Hugill has expressed joy after leaving manager Erik ten Hag’s pre-season squad to join Wigan Athletic on loan for the 2024/2025 season. The 20-year-old was handed the no.9 shirt at the League One club. Recall…

Transfer: Muhammad joins Locomotiv Zagreb on five-year contract

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Croatian club, NK Locomotiv Zagreb have announced the signing of Nigerian midfielder Hassan Muhammad. The 18-year-old signed a five-year contract with Locomotiv Zagreb. Muhammad moved to the Croatian outfit from Ojodu City. He was scouted…

Transfer: Greek club, Olympiacos interested in Sadiq

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Greek Super League club, Olympiacos are interested in Umar Sadiq. Sadiq is looking to leave LaLiga side , Real Sociedad this summer after struggling to feature regularly for the club last season. The 27-year-old started 14 out of 34 games…

NPFL: Remo Stars sign Onuoha deal from Heartland

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Onuoha Peter has completed a move to Nigeria Premier Football League side, Remo Stars, DAILY POST reports. Onuoha put pen to paper on a one-year contract with the Sky Blue Stars. Remo Stars announced the player’s arrival on the social…

Transfer: I told Mbappe two things after Real Madrid move – Ancelotti

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Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has revealed his first conversation with Kylian Mbappe. Mbappe was officially confirmed as their new player by the LaLiga giants last month. The 25-year-old joins as a free agent after leaving Paris…

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NPFL: Plateau United to reward outstanding players in new season

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Plateau United have announced a reward for outstanding performance ahead of the 2024-25 Nigeria Premier Football League. The general manager of the club, Habila Mutla, made the announcement in an address to the player ahead of the upcoming…

Real Madrid announce contract for Llull

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Real Madrid have announced that their basketball ball captain, Sergio Llull, has agreed to an extension to his contract that will see him remain at the club until next summer. The Spanish club disclosed this in a statement on their website…

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EPL: Mikel Obi names two Chelsea players that dominate every team except Man City

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Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, has claimed the Chelsea duo of Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo can dominate every Premier League team except Manchester City. Mikel Obi was speaking on his podcast, reacting to Blues’ manager…

Paris 2024 Olympics: Super Falcons will bounce back from Brazil defeat – Enoh

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Nigeria’s sports minister, John Enoh has tipped the Super Falcons to bounce back from the defeat to Brazil. Randy Waldrum’s side started their campaign at the 2024 Olympic Games with a 1-0 loss to the Samba Girls at the Matmut Atlantique…

England Job: Scholes identifies two managers who could replace Southgate

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Former England midfielder, Paul Scholes has identified two managers who could replace Gareth Southgate as head coach of the Three Lions amid the vacant position. The two managers are Newcastle United’d Eddie Howe and Manchester City’s Pep…

Transfer: Calafiori flies to UK for Arsenal medicals

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Bologna defender, Riccardo Calafiori, is scheduled to fly to the UK today ahead of his Arsenal medicals. Calafiori is on the verge of signing for the Gunners after they agreed a €50m (£42.1m) fee for him. The Italy international, who shone…

Paris 2024 Olympics: Super Falcons gave everything against Brazil – Ikpeba

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Former Nigeria international, Victor Ikpeba has heaped plaudits on the Super Falcons despite the team’s defeat to Brazil. Gabi Nunez’s first half goal separated both teams on the night. The Super Falcons put up a spirited display and were…

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Transfer: Man City demands £77m after striker asks to leave Guardiola’s side

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Manchester City striker, Julian Alvarez, will cost interested clubs £77 million this summer. According to The Athletic, the Premier League champions have slapped a huge price tag on the Argentina star, who has demanded to leave Pep…

Plateau United coach, Mangut reveals NPFL title ambition

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Plateau United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut has set his sights on winning the 2024-25 Nigeria Premier Football League title. Mbwas urged his players to be ready for the challenges ahead of the new season. He also assured all players of…

Paris 2024 Women’s Football: Nunes elated to score Brazil’s winning goal vs Nigeria

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Gabi Nunes can’t hide her excitement after netting the decisive goal in Brazil’s 1-0 victory over Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. Nunes rifled the ball into the net in the 37th minute after she was set up by the evergreen Marta. Marta had a…

Transfer: Awaziem delighted to join MLS club, FC Cincinnati

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Chidozie Awaziem has expressed his delight after securing a move to Major League Soccer club, FC Cincinnati. The Orange and Blue announced the centre-back’s arrival on their official website. Awaziem, who linked up with FC Cincinnati from…

Transfer: Man Utd striker leaves Ten Hag’s squad to join new club

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Manchester United striker, Joe Hugill has left manager, Erik ten Hag’s pre-season squad to join Wigan Athletic on loan for the 2024/25 season. The Red Devils made the announcement in a statement on their website on Thursday. Hugill scored…