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Paris 2024: Our athletes won’t compete against Russians — Ukraine

Paris 2024: Our athletes won’t compete against Russians — Ukraine

Ukrainian athletes will not be allowed to take part in qualifying events for the 2024 Paris Olympics if they have to compete against Russians, government minister Oleh Nemchinov says. Nemchinov, secretary of Ukraine’s cabinet ministers, said the government’s decision was adopted following a proposal by sports minister Vadym Huttsait and that national federations ignoring the […]
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Tuchel plotting reunion with Mason Mount at Bayern Munich

Tuchel plotting reunion with Mason Mount at Bayern Munich

The new sheriff at Bayern Munich, Thomas Tuchel is scheming a reunion with Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount who is expected to leave Stamford Bridge at the end of the season. Mount has been dissatisfied with the Blues and is now forcing a move away from the club after Chelsea had multiple failed attempts at a […]

‘Fight me to redeem yourself,’ Joshua tells Fury

‘Fight me to redeem yourself,’ Joshua tells Fury

British boxer, Anthony Joshua has challenged Tyson Fury to fight him if he wants to “redeem himself from the circus” of a collapsed heavyweight bout. Recall that talks between Oleksandr Usyk, the WBO, WBA (Super) and IBF champion, and WBC title-holder Fury broke down last week after both failed to reach an agreement. This followed […]

We, players, stand behind Conte’s sacking – Kulusevski

We, players, stand behind Conte’s sacking – Kulusevski

Tottenham forward, Dejan Kulusevski says he and his teammates stand behind the board’s decision to part ways with Italian manager Antonio Conte. The sack of the Conte was issued on Sunday after he made scourge comments after their 3-3 draw against Southampton, saying that they played ‘selfish’ and lacked ‘spirit’ and ‘heart’. Conte was in […]

Indonesia in FIFA talks after U-20 World Cup Israel protests

Indonesia in FIFA talks after U-20 World Cup Israel protests

Indonesian President Joko Widodo said Tuesday he was sending the country’s football association chief for talks with FIFA about its hosting of the Under-20 World Cup after the draw was nixed following protests over Israel’s participation. The two countries do not have formal diplomatic relations, and support for the Palestinian cause in the world’s most populous […]

Bukayo Saka to become PL’s 9th highest-paid player

Bukayo Saka to become PL’s 9th highest-paid player

Arsenal forward, Bukayo Saka is in a firm position to sign a new contract that will catapult him to being the 9th highest-paid player in the English Premier League. According to DailyMail, Saka will earn close to £15million a season when he finally signs his new contract with Arsenal. His current agreement at the club […]

AFCONQ: ‘He feels more pressure’, Peseiro defends Osimhen

AFCONQ: ‘He feels more pressure’, Peseiro defends Osimhen

Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro has leaped to the defense of Victor Osimhen after the Napoli forward failed to register a goal in the two-legged encounter against Guinea-Bissau. The Napoli hitman has been in terrific form this season for the Partonopei, scoring 25 goals in all competitions. The 24-year-old, however, could not replicate such […]

NFF hopeful Super Eagles ‘ll get better after Guinea-Bissau win

NFF hopeful Super Eagles ‘ll get better after Guinea-Bissau win

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) believes the Super Eagles will improve on their performance following the recent double-headers against Guinea-Bissau in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Jose Peseiro’s men disappointed Nigerians when they lost 1-0 at home to the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau. Although the second leg saw victory for the Super Eagles, it […]

Harry Kane eyes 100 int’l goals after breaking record

Harry Kane eyes 100 int’l goals after breaking record

England captain Harry Kane has set a fresh ambition of scoring 100 international goals after becoming England’s all-time leading goalscorer on Thursday. Kane reached 54 international goals in England’s 2-1 win over Italy, outpassing Wayne Rooney’s pile of 53. “Getting 100 will be tough for sure, but I never count out anything,” he said. “I […]

Lineker admits breaking down when MOTD co-presenters protested for him

Lineker admits breaking down when MOTD co-presenters protested for him

BBC presenter, Gary Lineker has revealed he cried his heart out when co-presenters of the Match of the Day show went up in arms against his suspension. In early March, the 62-year-old was suspended from presenting responsibilities on the British Broadcasting Corporation following a comment aggressed against the British government. Some of the members of […]

Messi honoured with statue at CONMEBOL museum

Messi honoured with statue at CONMEBOL museum

World Cup legend, Lionel Messi has been presented with a statue at the CONMEBOL museum which is standing next to statues of late football legends Diego Maradona and Pele. Since winning the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, he has been hailed wherever he sets foot with one of the recent being the Argentine Football Association […]