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Nigeria vs Guinea-Bissau: They’re difficult opponent – Ahmed Musa warns Super Eagles
Newsbreak 15 hours ago in Ahmed Musa, Around The World, Nigeria vs Guinea-Bissau, Sport, Super Eagles 0 Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has warned his teammates that Guinea-Bissau are a difficult opponent ahead of both sides’ 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifying fixture on Friday. Super Eagles will on Friday evening host Guinea-Bissau in an AFCON qualifier at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja. Jose Peseiro’s side will face the Djurtus in the reverse fixture three later at the Estádio 24 de…
Shooting Stars sign Ikouwem Udo from Croatian Club
Shooting Stars Sports Club of Ibadan have completed the signing of left-back Ikouwem Udo from Croatian Club NK Slaven Belupo, DAILY POST can exclusively report. Udo joined the Oluyole Warriors for an undisclosed fee ahead of the second half of the season. The defender won the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Young Player of the Year award in 2018. The player made his name during a…
EPL: I wish I never left – Willian regrets leaving former club
Fulham winger Willian has said that leaving Chelsea was a huge mistake. The Brazilian said he should not have left Chelsea to join Arsenal nearly three years ago. Willian dumped Chelsea after seven trophy-laden years at Stamford Bridge after he was only offered a two-year contract. Arsenal pounced on the opportunity and offered him a three year contract and signed him on a free transfer….
EPL: Why Bournemouth beat Liverpool 1-0 – Klopp
Liverpool boss, Jurgen Klopp, has explained why his team lost 1-0 against Bournemouth in Saturday’s Premier League tie. Klopp watched as Philip Bllings’ only goal of the match gave Bournemouth all three points against Liverpool at Vitality Stadium. Mohamed Salah missed a penalty for Jurgen Klopp’s side during the encounter. Speaking at his post-match press conference, Klopp said Bournemouth defeated his team because Liverpool failed…
Ogunmodede upbeat Remo Stars will come good in the NPFL
Remo Stars head coach, Daniel Ogunmodede, has expressed confidence in his side ahead of the resumption of the second half of the season. The Sky Blue Stars suffered a setback in their second-stanza preparation after they crashed out of the Federation Cup this week. Ogunmodede, however, stressed that he will work on his team’s lapses before the start of the second round. “We are confident…
Ikorodu City FC to play home matches at Mobolaji Johnson Arena
Ikorodu City Football Club have settled for the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan,a as their home ground for the 2023 Nigeria National League season, DAILY POST reports. The Oga Boys have been playing their home matches at the Teslim Balogun Stadium which they shared with another NNL team, Sporting Lagos. The modest club will now play their home games at the refurbished ground. Ikorodu City FC…
Ekiti United unveil new head coach, kits ahead of new season
Nigeria National League outfit, Ekiti United have unveiled their new head coach, Kehinde Anjorin and new jerseys for the 2023 season. The unveiling ceremony took place at the at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado-Ekiti. At the ceremony, Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, represented by the Commissioner for Finance, Mr Akin Oyebode, reassured the players and officials of the club of his total support in…
UCL: Real reason referee asked Havertz to retake penalty against Dortmund – Walton
Former professional referee, Peter Walton has insisted the correct decision was made when Kai Havertz was told to retake his penalty as Chelsea beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday night. Referee Danny Makkelie spotted both sets of players had encroached the box as Havertz hit the post with his spot-kick. Makkelie ordered Havertz to take the penalty again, which the Germany…
Serie A: Super-sub Dessers rues Cremonese defeat to Sassuolo
Nigeria forward, Cyriel Dessers has expressed his disappointment following Cremonese’s 3-2 defeat to Sassuolo on Monday night. Cremonese trailed 2-0 at half-time, however, the introduction of Dessers for Ghana forward, Afena Gyan after the break changed things in their favour before they conceded again late on. Dessers reduced the deficit for the visitors in the 62nd minute. The 28-year-old then scored the leveller seven minutes…
NPFL: Lobi Stars to meet with supporters ahead of new season
Lobi Stars have announced they will be meeting with their supporters this evening ahead of the second stanza of the season. According to a statement on the club’s social media handle, the interaction with the fans will hold at the Macarthy Stadium, Makurdi. The Pride of Benue are using the medium to bring the supporters close to the team. Lobi Stars have enjoyed a successful…
EPL: Why we defeated Man Utd 7-0 – Klopp
Liverpool boss, Jurgen Klopp, has expressed his delight following their 7-0 win over Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday. Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez all scored twice as the Reds recorded a huge win at Anfield. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp, speaking to Sky Sports, said: “No words. Spectacular football game. Outstanding. We played top football against the team in form. “The…
EPL title: They’re back – Pep Guardiola names team to challenge Arsenal, Man City
Manchester City head coach, Pep Guardiola, has suggested Manchester United are in the English Premier League, EPL, title race this season. Guardiola believes Man United are back in the Premier League title race and can compete with Man City and Arsenal. Speaking about the Premier League title race, the Spaniard told BT Sport: “They [Manchester United] are back. “I said two or three months ago…
EPL: He’s suffering – Potter speaks on Mason Mount leaving Chelsea for rivals
Chelsea head manager, Graham Potter, has responded to rumours linking midfielder Mason Mount with a move to the club’s Premier League rivals, Liverpool. Mount is likely to leave Chelsea this summer after talks between his representatives and the Bleus hit a wall over a contract extension. Liverpool are increasingly confident of signing the England international at the end of the season. Mount has less than…
U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles to face Gambia in quarter-finals
The Gambia confirmed their place in the semi-finals at the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations after a 5-0 annihilation of South Sudan on Friday. Abdoulai Bojang’s side has also secured a spot at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. The Young Scorpions will face the Flying Eagles in a West African derby in the last four. The semi-final encounter will take place at the…
Serie A: Agent lavishes praise on ‘humble player’ Osimhen
Victor Osimhen’s agent, Andrea D’Amico, has hailed his client for his exceptional attitude and form this season. The Nigeria international has led Napoli’s charge for a first Scudetto in 30 years. The Partenopei currently enjoy an 18-point lead at the top of the table. Osimhen has played a key role with 19 goals in 20 league appearances. D’Amico expressed his admiration for the striker’s approach…
Mourinho tipped to re-join EPL club
Former Italy international, Antonio Cassano, has tipped former Chelsea manager, Jose Mourinho, to make a sensational return to the Premier League giants if the Blues decide to sack Graham Potter. Potter has endured a hard start to life at Chelsea as they have won just one of their last eleven matches in all competitions. Chelsea sits in 10th position in the Premier League table, with…
U-20 AFCON: Uganda fired up for Flying Eagles clash – Mugulusi
Uganda captain, Isma Mugulusi has said the Hippos are ready and raring to go ahead of their quarter-final clash against the Flying Eagles of Nigeria. The highly anticipated clash will hold at the Suez Canal Stadium, Ismailia on Thursday. Jackson Mayanja’s side finished top of Group A and are unbeaten so far in the competition. The Flying Eagles have improved after losing their opening game…
Arsenal vs Everton: Mikel Arteta gives fresh update on Thomas Partey
Arsenal boss, Mikel Arteta, has said that midfielder Thomas Partey will be assessed in training today before a decision is made on whether he will feature for the Gunners in their Premier League tie against Everton on Wednesday night at Emirates Stadium. Partey missed Arsenal’s matches against Manchester City and Aston Villa earlier this month through injury. The Ghanaian international made his comeback in Saturday’s…
Ex-Super Eagles coach, Rohr pens three-year contract with Benin Republic
Former Super Eagles head coach, Gernot Rohr, will take charge of the Benin Republic national team after signing a three-year contract. According to La Nouvelle Tribune, Rohr will be unveiled by the Benin Football Federation during a press conference on Friday. The Franco-German will take charge of the team from former Benin international, Moussa Latoundji, who has been in temporary charge of the Squirrels. Rohr…
LaLiga: Barcelona suffer big blow ahead of Real Madrid clash
Barcelona striker, Robert Lewandowski suffered a hamstring injury against Almeria on Sunday and has been ruled out of El Clasico. Barca confirmed Lewandowski’s injury in a statement on Monday. It read: “First team player Robert Lewandowski has a left hamstring strain. He is out and his recovery will determine his availability.” The Poland striker is set to miss the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg…
Ighalo relishes Al Hilal Asian Champions League feat
Odion Ighalo has celebrated Al Hilal’s qualification for the Asia Champions League final. The Saudi Arabia Professional Football League champions progressed to the final after edging out Al Duhail 7-0 on Sunday night. Ighalo scored four times in the massive win. The Nigerian took to social media to celebrate the victory. “Asian champions league final. Vamos 🙌🏾💙🙏🏾,” the forward wrote on his Twitter handle. Al…
U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles to confront Congo in quarter-final
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will face Congo in the quarter-finals at the ongoing 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in Egypt. Ladan Bosso’s side finished second in Group A after defeating Mozambique 2-0 on Saturday night. Congo confirmed their place in the knockout round after a 0-0 draw against Central African Republic in their final group game on Sunday night. The Congolese finished in second position…
EPL: Wayne Rooney rates Man Utd’s chances of winning league title
Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has refused to rule out the likelihood of the Red Devils winning the Premier League this season forward of Arsenal and Manchester City. Rooney also hailed supervisor Erik ten Hag’s impact at Manchester United thus far this season. Man United are presently in the third position on the Premier League desk with three factors behind Man City and 5 behind…
Why Real Madrid legend, Marcelo snubbed move to join Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr
Newsbreak 4 weeks ago in Al Nassr, Around The World, Cristiano Ronaldo, Marcelo, Real Madrid, Sport 0 Real Madrid legend, Marcelo has snubbed the opportunity to rejoin his former teammate, Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr as a result of the Saudi Pro League membership may only have accomplished his signing in June. Another cause Marcelo failed to join Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia was that Al-Nassr would have had to get rid of a overseas participant to accommodate the Brazilian left-back in their staff….
Carabao Cup final: Newcastle an annoying team – Man Utd boss Ten Hag
Manchester United supervisor, Erik ten Hag, has described their Carabao Cup final opponents Newcastle United as an “annoying team to play against.” Ten Hag is seeking to win the first trophy of his Old Trafford reign on Sunday. United’s last piece of silverware got here in 2017 once they lifted the Europa League title under Jose Mourinho. Newcastle have been accused of time-wasting in matches…
NNL clubs lament draw postponement
Clubs in the Nigeria National League, NNL, are sad with the postponement of the attracts for the 2023 season. The draw ceremony was billed to carry in Abuja on Wednesday before it was postponed by the NNL, citing logistics and technical causes. DAILY POST spoke with a number of the membership officers who expressed their disappointment with the choice of the second-tier league body. The…
EPL: You’ve shown nothing – Paul Merson slams Chelsea’s £89m signing
Arsenal legend Paul Merson has stated that Chelsea’s new signing, Mykhailo Mudryk has ‘shown nothing’ since arriving at Stamford Bridge for €100 million (£88.5m) in January. Chelsea had been said to have hijacked the Ukrainian when it appeared he was on his way to Arsenal in the course of the January switch window. After making a formidable cameo against Liverpool in his debut for the…
Legendary football commentator John Motson is dead
Legendary football commentator, John Motson, is dead. Motson died on the age of 77. Motson’s dying was disclosed in a press release released by his family on Thursday. The assertion learn, “It is with great sadness that we announce that John Motson OBE died peacefully in his sleep today.” Motson coated ten World Cups, ten European Championships and twenty-nine FA Cup finals throughout his 50-year…
U-20 AFCON: Match winner, Agbalaka hails Flying Eagles victory against Egypt
Flying Eagles defender, Solomon Agbalaka has mirrored on the crew’s hard-fought win against Egypt on Wednesday night time. Ladan Bosso’s side got their campaign on the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations back on monitor after a shocking victory against the hosts. The Left-back netted the successful goal with a thumping header 11 minutes from time. The Flying Eagles had goalkeeper Chijoke Anigboso, who made…
U-20 AFCON: Brilliant Flying Eagles bounce back with win against Egypt
Solomon Agbalaka scored the decisive goal because the Flying Eagles of Nigeria defeated hosts Egypt 1-0 to file their first win on the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. Agbalaka nodded house powerfully from Aminu Muhammadu’s corner-kick in the 71st minute. The Flying Eagles moved from backside to second position on the desk following the hard-fought win. Egypt dominated the opening exchanges however the Flying…