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I’m so happy that Peseiro is leaving – Iloenyosi

I’m so happy that Peseiro is leaving – Iloenyosi – Latest Sports News In Nigeria He noted that whoever replaces the Portuguese has to reside in the country and be able to monitor the league; scout the best talents. “I’m so happy that Peseiro is leaving the Super Eagles because we need a coach that …

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Breaking: Brighton thrash Man United 3-1 at Old Trafford

Manchester United’s dismal start to the new Premier League season continued on Saturday as they lost 3-1 to Brighton for the fourth top-flight game in a row. For the first time in 33 years, United have lost three of their first five league games of a season, with the Old Trafford defeat ending a run of 20 games unbeaten at …

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Osimhen Receives Teammate’s Support Amidst CAF Award Attendance Uproar

Napoli captain, Giovanni De Lorenzo stands firmly behind Victor Osimhen’s choice to attend the 2023 CAF awards. Osimhen’s decision to forgo the team’s final training session ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League game against Braga to accept his African Footballer of the Year award stirred controversy in the Italian media. Despite the uproar, the 24-year-old Nigerian returned to Naples after the …

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FULL LIST: Haaland, Saka, Kane nominated for PFA Player of the Year

Manchester City players, Erling Haaland and Kevin de Bruyne, and Arsenal pair Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard, have been nominated for the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) men’s player of the year award. Also on the six-man shortlist released by the PFA on Thursday are City defender, John Stones, and former Tottenham striker, Harry Kane, who is now with Bayern Munich. …

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Abia Warriors’ Umuahia Township Stadium Cleared For Current Season, Renovations Required For Next

In a significant development for Abia Warriors Football Club, the Umuahia Township Stadium has been officially cleared for usage until the end of the current season. The clearance comes after thorough inspections and assessments by the relevant authorities. However, the NPFL board has issued a stern directive regarding the stadium’s future usage. While the facility has been given the green …

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Champions League: Holders Man City end group stage with 100% record

Champions Manchester City went through the group stage of the Champions League winning all six games to reach the last 16 of the competition. City defeated Red Star Belgrade 3-2 in their final group match on Tuesday. On a great night for City’s academy, 20-year-old Oscar Bobb scored his first goal for the club, while Micah Hamilton, making his debut, …

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Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Scottish Club Motherwell

Scottish Premiership club, Motherwell FC have announced the signing of Nigerian striker Moses Ebiye. Ebiye, who left Norwegian outfit, Aalesund in January, penned a contract until 2025. The 26-year-old scored 19 goals in the Norwegian top-flight. “This has been a long and arduous process,” manager Stuart Kettlewell told the club’s official website. Read Also:Africa Games 2023: Sports Minister Charges Athletes …

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Nationwide League One Announces 2024 Season Registration Guidelines With Adjusted Charges

In preparation for the highly anticipated 2024 season, the Board of the Nationwide League One (NLO) has issued directives to the NLO Secretariat, initiating the commencement of club registration. The announcement comes with notable amendments to registration charges, a response to the prevailing economic conditions and inflation, as directed by the NLO Congress. Read Also: Sanusi Abdul Hamed, Spectator, Football …

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He’s not been prolific in his career — Watford’s boss speaks on decision to pass on Emmanuel Dennis

Ismael Valerie, the Watford manager, declined to re-sign striker Emmanuel Dennis, despite the player’s past success with Watford. Dennis left for Nottingham Forest after a strong season with Watford, but he didn’t perform as well at Forest and became surplus to requirements. Valerie said he chosed not to bring him back to Watford due to various factors, such as tactical …

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