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Chelsea are exploring the option of securing the services of either Karim Benzema or Roberto Firmino on loan in January.

Chelsea, a Premier League club, is contemplating the prospect of securing a loan deal for either Karim Benzema or Roberto Firmino in January to address their team’s lack of firepower. This decision follows the substantial £1 billion investment in players since Todd Boehly assumed control of the club two years ago. As reported by Sports…

NFL star Ryan Shazier initiates divorce proceedings from his wife following public accusations of infidelity leveled against him.

Former NFL star Ryan Shazier has officially filed for divorce from his longtime partner, Michelle, less than two months after she publicly accused him of cheating. In late November, Michelle openly confronted Ryan, sharing screenshots of raunchy texts he allegedly sent to another woman. The messages revealed flirtatious exchanges and links to explicit content-filled books.…

AFCON 2023: I am not feeling pressured; my players are not motivated by financial gains, asserts Peseiro.

Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, acknowledges that he is not feeling pressured to secure victories, despite recent criticisms of the team’s performance. Peseiro’s job security hinges on winning the title at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Playing for Nigeria, according to Peseiro, is a formidable challenge, with the weight of expectations from 200…

NFF President Ibrahim Gusau revokes salaries for NFF assistant coaches due to the challenging economic conditions in the country.

Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President Ibrahim Gusau has decided to cancel the salaries of assistant coaches across all national teams as part of cost-cutting measures in response to the challenging economic conditions in the country. Gusau revealed this development while addressing journalists in Lagos on Tuesday, January 9, stating that assistant coaches will now receive…

The Super Eagles secured a resounding 12-0 victory against a Dubai Club in a friendly match as part of their preparations for AFCON 2023.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria dominated a local football club in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with a commanding 12-0 victory in a friendly match on Sunday, January 7. Under the guidance of coach Jose Peseiro, the team took a commanding 6-0 lead at halftime, with Ademola Lookman netting four goals and Victor Osimhen securing…

AFCON 2023: Victor Osimhen expresses confidence in the Super Eagles, stating, “I believe in this group,” emphasizing the team’s potential to conquer Africa once again.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Napoli’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, is optimistic about the team’s chances of winning the title at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Although Nigeria last clinched the continental championship in South Africa in 2013, the three-time champions faced an early exit in the Round of 16 two years ago against Tunisia’s…

Mario Zagallo, the sole surviving member of the Brazil team that secured the 1958 World Cup trophy, has passed away at the age of 92.

At the age of 92, Mario Zagallo, the last surviving member of the Brazil team that clinched the 1958 World Cup trophy, has passed away. The Brazilian soccer confederation president, Ednaldo Rodrigues, confirmed his death in a statement on Saturday, December 6, expressing condolences and describing Zagallo as one of the sport’s greatest legends. “We…

Anthony Joshua has reached an agreement to go head-to-head with Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is set to step into the boxing ring with MMA sensation Francis Ngannou later this year. Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, officially announced the matchup on his social media account. Ngannou made waves in his professional boxing debut by knocking down WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury last October. Although Fury managed…

Muhammad Wilkerson, renowned NFL player, apprehended on charges of driving under the influence with a loaded firearm in his vehicle.

Once again, former NFL star Muhammad Wilkerson finds himself in legal trouble, having been arrested by police for allegedly driving under the influence with a loaded firearm concealed beneath his car seat. Wilkerson’s encounter with law enforcement occurred in Morris County, New Jersey, on December 22 at 6:41 AM. During the traffic stop, officers noted…

“Napoli Chief expresses joy” — Delight as Victor Osimhen signs contract extension.

Napoli director, Mauro Meluso, expresses his elation following the confirmation of Victor Osimhen’s new contract with the club. Club President Aurelio De Laurentiis officially announced the contract extension on Saturday afternoon, December 23, binding Osimhen to Napoli until June 2026. The Nigeria international will enjoy a significant salary increase under the terms of the new…

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