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Mbappe scores as PSG win to top Ligue 1

Kylian Mbappe was on target as Paris St-Germain defeated Strasbourg with ease, 3-0, moving them atop the Ligue 1 standings. In the tenth minute, Mbappe helped the hosts take the lead with a penalty when Goncalo Guedes was fouled in the box. Lebo Mothiba’s goal for Strasbourg was disallowed for offside before Mbappe set up Carlos Soler to score the …

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Nigeria U-20 Women’s Team Gears Up to Defend African Games Title

Christopher Danjuma, coach of the national U-20 women’s team, has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness to defend their title at the African Games. Read Also: Dannaz Ladies Gears Up for NWFL Showdown Against Naija Ratels: Coach Fatai Confident, β€˜We Need to Go and Play Our Best’ As the defending champions, Danjuma emphasized the team’s determination to give their best …

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Five-star Barcelona thrash Betis to top La Liga

Barcelona have moved top of La Liga after thrashing Real Betis 5-0 in what became their biggest victory in La Liga since March 2021. More to follow… Join the conversation Opinions Support Ripples Nigeria, hold up solutions journalism Balanced, fearless journalism driven by data comes at huge financial costs. As a media platform, we hold leadership accountable and will not …

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Man City, Madrid Reach Champions League Quarterfinal

Manchester City and Real Madrid have both booked their place in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League. City defeated Copenhagen 3-1 in the second leg at the Etihad while Madrid played 1-1 against Leipzig. Pep Guardiola’s men went through 5-1 on aggregate and Madrid advanced 2-1 on aggregate. Manuel Akanji, Julian Alvarez and Erling Haaland were on target for …

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Arsenal rally back to peg Chelsea in London Premier League derby

Arsenal staged a stunning late fightback to earn a point at Stamford Bridge just as Chelsea looked about to enjoy their finest victory under manager Mauricio Pochettino. Chelsea were in complete control after Cole Palmer put them ahead from the penalty spot in the 15th minutes, with William Saliba penalised for handball following the intervention of the video assistant referee. …

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Omar Assar Denies Aruna Quadri Gold Medal in 2023 African Games Table Tennis Final

Nigeria’s table tennis sensation Aruna Quadri faced a tough defeat in his quest for the gold medal at the 2023 African Games. The final of the men’s singles event on Tuesday saw Aruna pitted against his Egyptian counterpart, Omar Assar. Despite a resilient effort from Aruna, Omar Assar staged a remarkable comeback, ultimately triumphing 4-3 in the thrilling final. Assar’s …

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15 Year-old American-born, King Okeye Shares Journey In Buruj Sports Academy

After the intense 0-0 draw against Vinogano FC, the 15-year-old forward, King Okeye of Buruj Sports Academy, took a moment to speak to the press, sharing his insights on the match, his role model, and his journey with the academy. Okeye began by reflecting on the match, describing it as a good contest but noting that his team didn’t perform …

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Blow For Chelsea as Napoli nears Contract Extension with Osimhen

Napoli is reportedly on the verge of finalizing a one-year contract extension with striker Victor Osimhen. The extension, anticipated to include a release clause ranging between €130 million and €140 million, is poised to be a major talking point in the football world.   Sky Sport Italia has learned that negotiations are in the advanced stages, with Osimhen and his …

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