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WWC: Cameroon’s Augustine Ejangue regrets spitting on England’s Toni Duggan
Cameroon defender Augustine Ejangue has apologised to Toni Duggan after spitting on her in their 3-0 loss to England in Sunday's Round of 16 contest in Valenciennes.
Rivaldo defends Lionel Messi, Neymar after Louis van Gaal criticism
Criticism of Lionel Messi and Neymar for not being "team players" suggests former Barcelona coach Louis van Gaal does not like players that "detract from the coach", according to Rivaldo.
Barca goalkeeper set to quit Camp Nou for Valencia
Barcelona goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen set to quit Barcelona for an adventure with Valencia, the signing was completed on Tuesday.
Valencia keen on signing Newcastle star Ayoze Perez
Valencia are interested in making a move for Newcastle United forward Ayoze Perez.
Afcon: Senegal’s Sadio Mane aiming for victory against Algeria
Sadio Mane has set his sights on victory for Senegal against Algeria when they meet in their second Group C game at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Cairo on Thursday.
Frank Lampard set to seal Chelsea reunion
Frank Lampard’s reunion with Chelsea as the club’s new manager edged closer yesterday as Derby said they had granted permission for the Premier League club to conclude negotiations.
Barcelona face Arsenal in friendly as Asisat Oshoala returns to former club
Nigeria international Asisat Oshoala will be wearing a smile after Arsenal confirmed a pre-season club friendly against Barcelona on Monday.
Vincent Kompany: I have everything to prove at Anderlecht
Vincent Kompany has targeted silverware in his first season with Anderlecht, but acknowledged he has "everything to prove" as he embarks on his first coaching job.
Afcon: Mo Salah looks after me like his little brother – Naby Keita
Although both players are competitors in Egypt for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita revealed how Mohamed Salah helped him in his debut season in England.
Pablo Sarabia set to join PSG in deal worth over €20 million
Pablo Sarabia is all set to leave Sevilla to join Paris Saint-Germain, with the Ligue 1 club prepared to pay more than his €18 million (£16m/$20m) release clause.
Real Madrid to launch women’s team
Real Madrid have decided to launch their own women’s team, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has confirmed.
Sadio Mane would swap Champions League win for Afcon crown
Liverpool forward Sadio Mane claims he would happily trade his Champions League winners’ medal for Africa Cup of Nations glory with Senegal.
Afcon: Superstar Salah seeks first goal
Superstar Mohamed Salah gets a second chance to score his first goal at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations when hosts Egypt face the Democratic Republic of Congo in Group A on Wednesday.
Afcon: Senegal’s Idrissa Gueye eager for Sadio Mane return
Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gueye is eager to welcome Sadio Mane into the squad after he missed their opening 2019 Africa Cup of Nations game against Tanzania on Sunday.
San Siro to be ‘knocked down’ – AC Milan chief
AC Milan and Inter are moving ahead with plans to demolish their famous San Siro stadium, Rossoneri president Paolo Scaroni has claimed.
Fabio Capello: Matthijs de Ligt to Juventus will end Serie A title race
Former Juventus manager Fabio Capello believes the Serie A title race will be over for another season if the Bianconeri complete the signing of Matthijs de Ligt.
John Aldridge: Liverpool shouldn’t blow budget on Philippe Coutinho
Liverpool have been advised not to “blow their transfer budget” on re-signing Philippe Coutinho, with John Aldridge of the opinion that Wilfried Zaha would be a better option for Jurgen Klopp.
Georginio Wijnaldum: Liverpool have evolved as a team
Liverpool evolved over the course of the 2018-19 season, says Georginio Wijnaldum, who believes the Reds are now strong enough to win "really tough" games.
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NIRSAL facilitates N2 billion loan to boost cocoa export in Ondo
The Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL) is providing Agro Traders Limited, a Cocoa processing and export company in Ondo State, with 50% Credit Risk Guarantee (CTG) for N2 billion working capital to export 22,000 metric tons of cocoa.
Nigerian Army kills 24 criminals, arrests 61
1 Division Nigerian Army on Wednesday said, it has killed 24 criminal elements during its operation Harbin Kunama III in Kano, Kaduna and Niger states within one month of operation.
Deputy speaker urges workers to make Nass conducive for lawmakers
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr Idris Wase, has urged workers in the National Assembly to create an enabling working environment for members of the federal parliament.
Itse Sagay: Senators’ monthly pay is N15 million
The Chairman, Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption, Prof. Itse Sagay (SAN), has asked Senate President Ahmed Lawan to stop misleading Nigerians, adding that senators earn N15m monthly and not N750,000 as claimed by the Senate President.
UNODC: 10 million Nigerians use cannabis
The United Nations on Drug and Crime (UNODC) said cannabis is the most widely used drug globally with an estimated 188 million people having used the drug in the previous year.
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Kenyan MP threaten foreigners, arrested
A Kenyan MP has been arrested after saying he would beat up foreign traders if they did not leave the country.
Sudan protest leaders call for marches on June 30
The Sudanese Professionals’ Association has called for marches next week demanding the handover of power to civilians.
Governor Umahi dissociates self from 2023 presidential ambition
Governor David Umahi has dissociated himself from the purported inauguration of a campaign platform known as ‘Southeast for President 2023’.
Witness tells testifies on condition of Synagogue church before collapse
An Igbosere High Court heard on Thursday in Lagos that the Synagogue Church of All Nations’ (SCOAN) building was in perfect condition before the deadly collapse of the building that killed 116 people in 2014.
Bayern Munich weighing up swoop for Barcelona outcast
The Manchester City man had been a priority as they look to invest in wide areas this summer.