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Thursday, Jan 16

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My Dream Is To Win Premier League Title With Man Utd — Amorim

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Since moving to England, has anything surprised you? The food, the weather? The weather is something that you feel in the beginning but I really enjoy the country. I really enjoy it. I think it’s different for me than for my family because…

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Arsenal Interested In Brentford Striker Yoane Wissa

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Arsenal are reportedly admirers of Brentford striker Yoane Wissa, after Mikel Arteta confirmed a desire to hunt for a new forward in the January transfer window. Arsenal are second in the Premier League and have 41 goals to their name.…

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Liverpool Alexander-Arnold ‘Strikes Real Madrid Agreement’

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Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold has reportedly struck a deal to join Real Madrid in the summer. The England right-back is being pursued by the La Liga giants, with the Reds turning down a £20million approach from them earlier this…

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Alejandro Garnacho Agrees Napoli Move

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Alejandro Garnacho looks set to leave Manchester United, following a deal being agreed in principle with Napoli for his exit. The Puskas Award-winning winger is one of the Red Devils’ biggest assets and after joining for a nominal fee from…

PSG Now Preparing £42m Offer To Sign Tottenham Radu Dragusin

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As Tottenham Hotspur continue to consider reinforcements of their own in the January transfer window, they could be in danger of losing one of Ange Postecoglou’s defenders this month. The Lilywhites have once again endured a campaign full…

Kolo Muani Begins Juventus Medical

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PSG forward Randal Kolo Muani has arrived at J Medical to undergo his medical with Juventus. The France international is on the verge of completing a loan move until the end of the season. He landed in Turin on Wednesday evening and…

Wednesday, Jan 15

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Copa Del Rey: Lamine Yamal Majestic Again As Barcelona Put 5 Past Real Betis

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Lamine Yamal led Barcelona’s charge into the Copa del Rey quarter-finals as Hansi Flick’s men thrashed Real Betis 5-1. Barca, who turned over Real Madrid at the weekend, opened the scoring in the third minute when Gavi fired a low effort…

Arsenal Come From Behind To Beat Tottenham, Reignite Title Challenge

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Arsenal breathed fresh life into their Premier League title chase with a 2-1 comeback win against Tottenham in an electric north London derby. Following consecutive home cup defeats to Newcastle and Manchester United, Arsenal fell behind…

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Arsenal & Juventus Suffer Blow In Race For Barcelona Defender Araujo

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Araujo spent the first six months of the season recovering from a serious hamstring injury. Shortly after making his long-awaited return in the Copa del Rey at the start of January, news broke that the 25-year-old had “agreed” to a loan…

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Arsenal Defender Kieran Tierney Set To Complete Move To Celtic

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Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney is set to complete a move to Scottish giants Celtic this month in what will be a homecoming for the Scotsman, who has become a fringe player at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners host North London rivals…

Rashford Wants Barcelona Move Over Other Options

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Barcelona have looked rejuvenated after the Christmas break and look to be back to their best on the field. The key to finding their form back, thus, lay in providing players adequate rest and it is imperative that the squad has sufficient…

Man United Interested In Signing Southampton Superstar

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Tyler Dibling has been one of the standout players for Southampton this season. While it has been a campaign that the Saints will soon forget, Dibling has been one of those diamonds in the rough. It is hard to believe that Dibling is just…

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Alex Iwobi Shines Despite Fulham’s Loss To West Ham

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Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi achieved two significant milestones during Fulham’s narrow 3-2 defeat to West Ham at the London Stadium on Friday night. Despite Fulham’s defensive struggles, Iwobi delivered an outstanding performance,…

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Brighton Open To Evan Ferguson Loan Amid Arsenal, West Ham Interest

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Brighton & Hove Albion manager Fabian Hurzeler has confirmed that striker Evan Ferguson could leave the club on loan during the current transfer window. The 19-year-old Republic of Ireland international has drawn interest from several…

Edo Queens Begin Title Defense In Nigeria Women’s Football League Opener

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The 2024-2025 Nigeria Women Football League season kicks off today, January 15, with reigning champions Edo Queens hosting Abia Angels at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. This season promises thrilling action, featuring eight…

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Ronald Araujo To Sign New Contract With Barcelona After Transfer Speculation

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Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo has reportedly decided to stay at the club, putting an end to recent rumours linking him with a potential move to Juventus. The 25-year-old Uruguayan defender is now set to sign a new contract with…

Tuesday, Jan 14

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Best Talent FC Unveil Femi Thomas As New Keepers’ Trainer

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In a bid to bolster the goalkeeping department of one of the leading youthful football clubs in Nigeria, Best Talent Football Club of Mowe has appointed former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Femi Thomas, as their new Keepers’ trainer. Femi…

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Valencia Face Difficult Decision Over Umar Sadiq Ahead Of Real Sociedad Match

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Struggling La Liga side Valencia is grappling with a tough decision ahead of their crucial match against Real Sociedad. The game could significantly impact their chances of avoiding relegation. Sadiq’s Loan Move to ValenciaValencia…

Nottingham Forest: Taiwo Awoniyi’s Future Hangs On Replacement Signing

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Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi may leave the club during the January transfer window, but his departure depends on the club signing a replacement, according to reports from Sky Sports UK. Awoniyi Struggles for Game TimeAwoniyi,…

Ex-Inter Milan Coach Praises Lazio’s Dele-Bashiru For Versatility As Winger

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Former Inter Milan assistant coach Angelo Gregucci has praised Nigerian star Fisayo Dele-Bashiru for his adaptability and potential to thrive in various roles for Lazio. Gregucci’s endorsement came after Dele-Bashiru’s impressive…

Roma Sporting Director To Hold Talks Over Inter Milan’s Davide Frattesi Transfer

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Roma’s sporting director, Florent Ghisolfi, is set to travel to Milan in the coming days to discuss the potential transfer of Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi. According to reports from Il Messaggero via FCInterNews, Ghisolfi aims to…

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The Role Of Big Data In Player Scouting For Major League Baseball

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Baseball has always been a numbers game, but in today’s world, those numbers tell stories that are limned in new light. In the context of big data, Major League Baseball (MLB) teams are increasingly looking into fresh ways to scout,…

Monday, Jan 13

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Arsenal Battle Spurs, Liverpool Visit Forest As Matches Go Live On GOtv

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The Premier League title race intensifies this midweek as league leaders Liverpool face third-place Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Tuesday night. Liverpool will have an eye on revenge having suffered their only league defeat of…

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Éric Chelle Takes Charge As Super Eagles New Boss, Targets World Cup Qualification

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ABUJA – The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Monday officially presented Éric Sékou Chelle as the new Head Coach of the Super Eagles, ushering in a new era for the national team. At a colourful ceremony held at the MKO Abiola National…

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Michigan University Delegation Evaluates Sites For Agriculture Faculty, Innovation Hub In Gombe

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Gombe State is at the brink of experiencing a tremendous agricultural transformation, says a team from the Michigan State University, United States of America, while on a visit to some sites in the State. The delegation, led by Professor…

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BREAKING: NFF Unveils Chelle As New Super Eagles Coach

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has formally unveiled the former Malian defender and coach, Eric Chelle, as the new coach of the Super Eagles. Details later….

Manchester City Poised To Win Race To Sign Juma Bah

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Juma Bah has established himself as one of the best young prospects in La Liga since joining Real Valladolid on loan from AIK Freetong in the summer transfer window. The teenage sensation hit the ground running at the Spanish club and has…

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Man City To Let Walker Leave For Free As Ibrahimovic Works On Milan Deal

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Manchester City will reportedly let Kyle Walker leave on a free transfer in January if he does not agree to stay put at the Etihad, which comes as a bonus for Milan, whose directors are working on a deal for the 34-year-old England…

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Lewandowski Reveals What Laporta Said To Him After Super Cup Success

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Speaking to the media after the match, Lewandowski could not hide his joy after securing his second Spanish Super Cup title with the club and praised the approach taken by the team against Real Madrid. “Playing against Real Madrid is…

Barcelona Defender Set To Be Out For Five Weeks

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FC Barcelona are in a euphoric state after winning their first trophy of the Hansi Flick era on Sunday night, when they defeated Real Madrid 5-2 in the Spanish Super Cup final. It was a tremendous performance from the Blaugrana stars as…