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Alisson Becker: Virgil van Dijk scares opponents and lifts Liverpool’s confidence
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson says Virgil van Dijk is "the big man" at Anfield and says the defender's presence on the pitch strikes fear into the hearts of their opponents.
Manchester City close to sealing Joao Cancelo signing from Juventus
Manchester City and Juventus are close to reaching a deal for right-back Joao Cancelo.
Frank Lampard set to persuade Chelsea star to stay
The newly appointed Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is keen on persuading Callum Hudson-Odoi to remain at the Stamford Bridge following his appointment.
Mine blast kills four police in Cameroon
A mine blast killed four police officers travelling in a troubled anglophone region of Cameroon in the southwest of the country, the government said Sunday.
Frank Lampard ‘accepts Chelsea job’ after promise from Roman Abramovich
Frank Lampard is all set to become the new Chelsea manager after Roman Abramovich gave ‘personal assurances’ that he will be given at least two seasons in the role.
Aleksander Ceferin: English clubs are losing popularity
The popularity of English clubs across Europe is being damaged by complaints over the decision to hold the Europa League final in Azerbaijan, according to UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin.
UEFA president slams “mad” Premier League clubs
UEFA President, Aleksander Ceferin, has defended the decision to hold this year’s Europa League final in Baku and criticised English clubs over persistent complaints.
Frank Lampard set to become Chelsea’s new manager
Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard is set for a return to the club as manager, accordig to Sky Sports’ Kaveh Solhekol.
Didier Drogba: Frank Lampard ready for Chelsea manager job
Didier Drogba has given his endorsement to Frank Lampard as he says his former team-mate is ready to manage Chelsea despite only one year of experience with Derby County.
Anambra’s missing school girl found in market
An 11-year old missing school girl has been found in Awka, Anambra state.
AFCON: Gernot Rohr releases Super Eagles final 23-man squad
Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr has axed the duo of Kelechi Iheanacho and Semi Ajayi from his final 23-man squad to the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.
Nigerian catholic priest suspended after rape charge from American teacher
The Pittsburgh Diocese of the Catholic Church in the United States has suspended Nigerian priest Cyprian Duru from ministry, after accusation of rape and legal action by 68 year-old retired English teacher Kathy Coll.
Manchester United release Ander Herrera, Antonio Valencia, 12 others
Manchester United have released Ander Herrera and Antonio Valencia while Juan Mata has been offered a new contract, the Premier League has confirmed.
Governor Abiodun appoints Kunle Somorin as chief press secretary
The Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun, has appointed Sunday, Olakunle Somorin, as his Chief Press Secretary.
Gareth Southgate: Champions League final shows English players must be given a chance
Gareth Southgate thinks the all-English Champions League final shows the strength of the Premier League - although he wants more young English talent to be given a chance.
Tanzania teacher ‘found with AK-47’
A primary school teacher in Tanzania has been arrested after being found in possession of a rifle loaded with five bullets.
Boko Haram factional chief Abubakar Shekau releases new video, denounces Nigerian Pledge
Factional leader of Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau, has been seen in a new video reading the group’s ideology and denouncing the Nigerian national pledge, which he described as “shirk.”
Louis van Gaal says Angel Di Maria wasn’t his choice at Manchester United
Former manager Louis van Gaal says winger Angel Di Maria wasn't his choice at Manchester United despite the club paying a then-Premier League record fee of £59.7 million for the Argentine star.
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Police confirm killing of three persons by gunmen in Kaduna
The police in Kaduna on Tuesday confirmed the killing of three persons by gunmen at Unguwan Rimi village in Chawai District of Kauru Local Government Area of the state.
Ex-Commissioner: Non-indigene syndrome abolished in Ebonyi
Mr Charles Akpuenika, former Ebonyi Commissioner for Youth Development and Sports, has said that the “non-indigene syndrome” has been abolished in Ebonyi due to Gov. David Umahi’s all-inclusive policies.
Efe Ambrose: Brendan Rodgers can transform Kelechi Iheanacho
Kelechi Iheanacho can become “one of the best strikers in the world” under Brendan Rodgers, former Celtic and Nigeria defender Efe Ambrose has boldly claimed.
No-deal Brexit chills send pound to a five-month low against euro
Signs that arch-Brexiteer Boris Johnson may be a step closer to becoming Britain’s next prime minister sent the pound tumbling to a five-month low versus the euro on Tuesday as investors worried about the risks of a hard exit from the European Union.
Leon Balogun: I’m set for AFCON test
Brighton & Hove Albion defender Leon Balogun says he feels relaxed and ready to be part of Nigeria’s 2019 African Cup of Nations campaign which kicks off on Saturday evening.
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Security guard in court for allegedly stealing businessman’s international passports
A 44-year-old security guard, Sebastian Onofua, who allegedly stole two international passports with German permanent residency permit belonging to a businessman, on Friday appeared in a Yaba Magistrates’ Court in Lagos.
EU set to fight Italy over debts
The European Union looks increasingly likely to impose disciplinary procedures on Italy over the management of its huge public debt, after inconclusive meetings on Friday between the Italian finance minister and his EU partners.
Beijing denies ‘hit-and-run’ in South China Sea collision
Beijing confirmed Saturday that a Chinese vessel hit a Philippine fishing boat in a collision which has increased tensions in the disputed South China Sea, but denied claims it was a “hit and run”.
Donald Trump to announce second term bid in Florida
US President Donald Trump is set to announce his candidacy for a second four-year term at a rally in Florida.
One soldier, two NSCDC operatives killed by suspected vandals in Rivers
Suspected vandals on Sunday attacked and killed one soldier and two officials of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, guarding Shell Petroleum facilities at Gio Community in Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State.