Category: Sport
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“Everton Docked Further Two Points for Financial Rules Breach”
Everton Football Club incurs a further two-point deduction for breaching the Premier League’s financial regulations, announced on Monday. This penalty, added to a previous six-point deduction, places the Merseyside club dangerously close to the relegation zone, with only a slim margin of two points separating them. An independent commission, following a three-day hearing, imposed the…
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Alex Iwobi Surpasses Mikel Obi’s Premier League Milestone
In a historic moment for Nigerian football, Fulham’s Alex Iwobi has broken the longstanding record set by John Mikel Obi for the most minutes played by a Nigerian in the English Premier League. During Fulham’s recent match against Newcastle United, which ended in a 1-0 defeat for Iwobi’s side, the midfielder played the full 90…
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Guardiola Explains Man City’s Struggles Against Arsenal
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has shed light on the factors behind his team’s inability to secure a win against Arsenal in their recent 0-0 draw. Speaking ahead of Manchester City’s upcoming Champions League clash with Real Madrid, Guardiola addressed the offensive shortcomings displayed by his side during the Premier League encounter against Arsenal. Despite…
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Balotelli Weighs in on Strength: Lautaro Martinez vs. Victor Osimhen
In a comparison of strengths between two standout strikers, former Inter Milan forward Mario Balotelli has weighed in on the debate, favoring Lautaro Martinez over Victor Osimhen. Both Martinez and Osimhen have consistently impressed in the Italian Serie A, with Osimhen notably outshining Martinez last season as the top scorer and continuing his impressive form…
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GOtv Boxing: ‘Spirit’ Vows to Overcome ‘War’ in WABU Title Showdown
Adeyemi ‘Spirit’ Adekanla, the light welterweight boxer, is determined to dethrone Segun ‘War’ Adeyemi and seize the West African Boxing Union (WABU) title in their upcoming clash at GOtv Boxing Night 31 on May 1. The highly anticipated 10-round title bout headlines the event, which features a total of seven thrilling matches set to take…
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Finidi George Reflects on Super Eagles’ Loss to Mali
Following the Super Eagles’ defeat against the Eagles of Mali in an international friendly match held in Marrakech, Morocco, interim coach Finidi George has shed light on the reasons behind the loss. The Super Eagles faced a 2-0 setback against Mali, with George pointing to costly errors as the primary cause for the defeat. George,…
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Osayi-Samuel speaks out on Trabzon brawl
Bright Osayi-Samuel, the Super Eagles defender, has broken his silence on the recent altercation during a Turkish Super Lig match between Fenerbahce and Trabzonspor. Following Trabzonspor’s 3-2 home loss to Fenerbahce, Osayi-Samuel was caught in a video confronting enraged Trabzonspor fans. In the footage, Osayi-Samuel is seen defending his teammates against the aggressive fans, even…
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Finidi George to Lead Super Eagles Against Black Stars of Ghana
By Milcah Tanimu Former Nigerian forward, Finidi George, will take charge from the dugout as the Super Eagles face off against their West African rivals, the Black Stars of Ghana, in an international friendly scheduled for Friday in Marrakech, Morocco. The 52-year-old ex-Ajax and Real Betis winger, known for his impressive career both domestically and…
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“Oblak’s Heroics Propel Atletico Madrid to Victory Over Real Betis”
By Milcah Tanimu Atletico Madrid emerged triumphant with a crucial 2-1 victory against Real Betis on Sunday, breaking their recent slump and extending their undefeated streak against Los Verdiblancos to 10 matches. The win provided a much-needed boost for the home team, who had only secured one victory in their last seven matches across all…
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Alex Iwobi Deletes Instagram Photos Amid Criticisms After AFCON 2023 Final Loss
Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi, has deleted all the photos on his official Instagram page following criticisms after Nigeria’s 2-1 loss to Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. The check by Vanguard confirmed that only one video remains on his account, shared ten weeks ago, with the comment section locked.…