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Dimitar Berbatov: Bayern Munich favourites to win Champions League
Dimitar Berbatov has backed Bayern Munich to lift the Champions League’s trophy for a sixth time this season, saying the German club could have an advantage if the competition resumes after the COVID-19 stoppage due to the Bundesliga’s earlier re-start.
Chelsea lead Arsenal in race to sign Philippe Coutinho on loan from Barcelona
Chelsea is leading Arsenal in the race to sign Barcelona star Philippe Coutinho on loan, according to report.
Bayern players accept pay cut until ‘end of season’
Bayern Munich players have accepted a salary cut which will last until the “end of the season” to help the Bundesliga champions through the coronavirus crisis, club president Herbert Hainer said on Saturday.
Angela Merkel rejects Donald Trump’s invitation for G7 summit in Washington
German Chancellor Angela Merkel will not attend the G7 summit in Washington due to the coronavirus pandemic, the German Press Agency reported Saturday, citing government spokesperson, Steffen Seibert.
Germany blasts Donald Trump over US, WHO break up
Germany on Saturday blasted US President Donald Trump’s decision to sever ties with the World Health Organization, describing it as “disappointing” and a setback for global health.
Gernot Rohr confident Super Eagles will challenge for AFCON title
Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr said he is confident in the talents in his current squad and he’s optimistic the team will challenge for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.
La Liga to start next season on September 12
La Liga president Javier Tebas said on Friday that the league is hoping the 2020/21 season can start on September 12.
Harry Redknap rules out managing Nigeria in the future
Former Tottenham and Portsmouth manager have laughed off the rumors that linked him with the prospect of taking over the Super Eagles from Gernot Rohr.
Gernot Rohr urged to win next AFCON, reach World Cup semi-finals
Former Nigeria international Benedict Akwuegbu has welcomed the decision of Nigeria Football Federation to tie Super Eagles Gernot Rohr to the new contract.
NFF confirm Super Eagles coach’s contract extension
Nigeria Football Federation has announced that Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, signed a new deal that will keep in charge of the team for the two and half years.
112 Church goers infected with coronavirus, more cases expected in Germany
An outbreak linked to a church in Frankfurt has so far led to 112 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, as numerous other chains of infection are being investigated, a local official said on Tuesday.
Lufthansa agrees on bailout with German government
The German Government and Lufthansa have agreed on a much-anticipated bailout deal to help the airline cope with losses from the coronavirus pandemic, both sides announced on Monday.
Noah Bazee pleased with Augsburg’s win against Schalke
Augsburg winger Noah Sarenren-Bazee says he’s pleased with side’s performance in the 3-0 win against Schalke 04 in a matchday 27 German Bundesliga encounter on Sunday.
Victor Osimhen arrives in Lagos for father’s funeral
“He is around. He came in today. He came with some Eagles players. They landed in Lagos (private wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport),” a source said.
German minister backs Donald Trump on WHO criticism
German Health Minister Jens Spahn has supported the U.S President Donald Trump’s criticism of the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Noah Bazee scores first Bundesliga goal for Augsburg
Noah Sarenren Bazee was on target for his club Augsburg as they recorded a 3-0 away win over struggling Schalke 04 in Sunday’s German Bundesliga game.
Bayern Munich confirm €120 million Philippe Coutinho purchase option has expired
Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has revealed that the Bundesliga champions have not activated their purchase option for Philippe Coutinho.
South Africa plan for resumption by isolating players in bio-bubble
Cricket South Africa (CSA) plan to isolate players and support staff in a “bio-bubble” to minimise their exposure to COVID-19 and hasten a return to play.
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Israeli defense minister apologizes over Palestinian’s death
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112 Church goers infected with coronavirus, more cases expected in Germany
An outbreak linked to a church in Frankfurt has so far led to 112 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, as numerous other chains of infection are being investigated, a local official said on Tuesday.
Fidelis Ilechukwu: Most foreign-based players don’t respect local coaches
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PETAN: Critical stakeholders capable of leading petroleum industry
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Notorious cult leader, three others killed in Lagos cult clash
A suspected leader of a cult group, Waidi, popularly known as Obasanjo, was late on Sunday night hacked to death inside a church auditorium in the Ifako area of Lagos State.
Cross River demolishes buildings of suspected kidnappers
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