Bredan Rodgers: Kelechi Iheanacho’s substitution vs Bournemouth not negative
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has once again defended his decision to replace Kelechi Iheanacho at half-time in the Foxes’ 4-1 defeat at Bournemouth on Sunday.
Manchester City celebrate CAS decision with €170 million summer budget
The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled on Monday to overturn City’s European ban, meaning they will be competing in the Champions League in 2020/21 while also looking to reclaim their title in the Premier League, having lost it to Liverpool this season.
Former 3SC chief Bode Oyewole passes on
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Oyo State chapter, has commiserated with the family of late Bode Oyewole, a former Chairman of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC).
Lius Suarez admits Barcelona are focusing on Champions League glory
Barcelona’s Luis Suarez has confirmed the club have admitted defeat in the La Liga title race, with their focus now on the Champions League.
Super Eagles star relishes Wigan’s historic win over Hull City
Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun is proud to be a part of the Wigan Athletics squad that set a new home win record in the English championship.
La Liga: Spanish capital prepares for Real Madrid title parade
Real Madrid will be unable to hold their normal celebration parades for titles due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the Spanish capital is evaluating viable alternative plans.
Super Eagles defender stars in Wigan’s record breaking win over Hull City
Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun was in action for Wigan Athletic and helped the team to record win over Hull City at the DW stadium.
Sheffield United boss unconcerned by top-four talks
Sheffield United will not be distracted by talks of securing a top-four finish with their attention focused solely on Thursday’s Premier League clash against Leicester City, manager Chris Wilder said on Tuesday.
20 Nigerian women’s clubs receive $194,030 FIFA fund
20 Nigerian Women’s Football League clubs will benefit from FIFA’s solidarity funds.
Jose Mourinho slams ‘disgraceful decision’ to lift Manchester City ban as Tottenham boss sees...
Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho has hit out at the “disgraceful decision” to lift a two-year European ban imposed on Manchester City for alleged Financial Fair Play breaches.
Jurgen Klopp admits Premier League title win hasn’t sunk in yet
Liverpool secured a first league title in three decades after being crowned champions for the first time in the Premier League era, winning the title with seven games to spare and closing in on a host of divisional landmarks ahead of the season’s run-in.
Jurgen Klopp: Manchester City FFP ruling not a good day for football
Jurgen Klopp is pleased to see that Manchester City will be in Europe next season, as that stands to aid the cause of his Liverpool side, but the German admits that the lifting of UEFA-imposed sanctions was not “a good day for football”.
Barcelona offer Philippe Coutinho to Arsenal, Newcastle
Barcelona have offered Philippe Coutinho to Arsenal and Newcastle in an ongoing bid to free up squad space and funds that will allow them to launch a raid on Inter for Lautaro Martinez, according to a report.
Report: Victor Osimhen set to complete €81 million Napoli move from Lille
Lille striker Victor Osimhen has reportedly entered into negotiations with Napoli, having made up his mind to join the Serie A side.
Chelsea eye Kepa Arrizabalaga swap deal for Atletico keeper Jan Oblak
Chelsea are reportedly heavily interested in Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak to solve the ongoing issue with club record signing Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Fernando Morientes: James Rodriguez not the right fit for Real Madrid’s system
James Rodriguez is a "great talent" but he's not the right fit for Real Madrid's "tactical system", according to Fernando Morientes.
Real Madrid manager set another record in the 2-1 win against Granada
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has set another record following the 2-1 win against Granada in the La Liga on Monday evening at the Carmenes Stadium.
Chelsea fans love what Southampton’s Michael Obafemi did to Manchester United
The Saints forward – who netted at Stamford Bridge earlier in the season – made his mark against Manchester United on Monday night as he scored an injury-time equalizer at Old Trafford.
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Lagos doctors suspend warning strike
Medical doctors in Lagos State have agreed to suspend a three-day warning strike which they began on Monday.
Kano governor reshuffles cabinet
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Court restrains BPE, NERC, others from selling Jos Disco’s shares
Justice Taiwo Taiwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has restrained the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and five others from taking any further steps in relation to the alleged plan to sell some shares of the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC).
Police gun down kidnapper, rescue two victims in Ogun
Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command on Wednesday, shot dead a suspected kidnapper on along Shagamu-Ijebu Ode axis, of the state.
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Osun stops salaries of athletes, contract coaches, players of state-owned clubs
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President Buhari orders suspension of EFCC directors
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Bangladesh arrests hospital owner over fake coronavirus results
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Centre lauds Jema’a council chair on peace, security efforts
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