Category: FOOTBALL
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South Africa’s women’s team, Banyana Banyana, has advanced to the semi-finals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a 4-1 penalty shootout win over Senegal. Also, Nigeria secured their spot by defeating Zambia 5-0, maintaining an unbeaten record. So far, the semi-final will feature Nigeria versus South Africa, their first meeting since 2022…
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Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has assured Nigerians that the team will deliver a strong performance against Zambia in Friday’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final in Casablanca. So far, she has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s speed and talent will make the match competitive and winnable, citing previous impressive displays at the Olympics and World…
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Spanish government is demanding an investigation into Barcelona star Lamie Yamal’s controversial 18th birthday party, where allegations emerged that people with dwarfism were exploited as entertainment and women with specific breast measurements were paid to attend. Social media influencer Claudio Calvo claimed Yamal paid for 12 women with certain breast sizes, and critics, including the…
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Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has discussed his career choices in a Studio podcast, emphasizing his preference for clubs with a suitable playing style and manageable pressure levels. He stated that he has never played for a significantly struggling team, with his past clubs typically finishing first or second. Boniface carefully evaluates a club’s football…
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Liverpool Football Club has retired the number 20 shirt worn by Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away along with his brother, André. The decision, announced on Friday, was made in consultation with Jota’s wife, Rute, and his family. The club described Jota as a uniquely wonderful person who wore the number with pride, leading to…
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Super Eagles have dropped one position to 44th in the latest FIFA World Rankings, with a slight points increase to 1484.26, reflecting recent draws and a win. They sit behind Paraguay and ahead of Côte d’Ivoire, which fell to 45th. Also, Argentina remains top despite a small loss, with Spain moving to second place. While…
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Novak Djokovic has advanced to a record 14th Wimbledon men’s semi-final, defeating Flavio Cobolli 6-7 (6/8), 6-2, 7-5, 6-4, despite a late slip on the grass. The 38-year-old, aiming for a historic 25th Grand Slam title has expressed satisfaction and relief after the game and will now face world number one Jannik Sinner, who eased…
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Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman has reportedly ruled out a return to the English Premier League this summer, despite interest from West Ham United and Arsenal. Transfer expert Matteo Moretto stated that the Nigerian winger does not want to go back to England’s top flight at this stage of his career, though future offers could influence…
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New £60 million signing from Brighton, Joao Pedro scored twice on his first start for Chelsea, leading them to a 2-0 victory over Fluminense in the Club World Cup semi-final at MetLife Stadium. The Brazilian striker, who didn’t celebrate due to his past with Fluminense, secured Chelsea’s place in the final against either Real Madrid…
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Spanish police have concluded that Liverpool and Portugal star Diogo Jota was likely speeding when his car veered off a motorway in Spain last week, leading to his death and that of his brother, Andre Silva. The investigation suggests the vehicle may have been exceeding the speed limit, possibly due to a tyre blowout while…
