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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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Chukwueze nominated for LaLiga player of the month

Chukwueze nominated for LaLiga player of the month

By Oluwaseyifunmi Awobiyi Villarreal forward, Samuel Chukwueze has been nominated as one of the candidates for the La Liga player of the month for March award. The contest for the POTM is a six-way battle between Antoine Griezmann, David Silva, Raphinha, Iago Aspas and Borja Iglesias. The 23-year-old registered three assists in the league in […]

Folarin Balogun spotted near USMNT camp amid int’l allegiance switch

Folarin Balogun spotted near USMNT camp amid int’l allegiance switch

By Oluwaseyifunmi Awobiyi On-form Stade de Reims attacker, Folarin Balogun has been spotted near the USMNT camp amid speculations of where he is likely to commit his international allegiance. Despite being American-born, Balogun has represented England’s U17, 18, 20, and 21 teams. The 21-year-old has dual citizenship with both USA (through birth) and England while […]

‘I’m a better man!’, Ronaldo reflects on Man Utd ‘sour’ exit

‘I’m a better man!’, Ronaldo reflects on Man Utd ‘sour’ exit

By Efosa Taiwo Cristiano Ronaldo has reflected on his second spell at Old Trafford, describing it as the ‘most difficult phase’ in his career. The Portuguese, however, said that the experience made him a better man. Ronaldo was ejected from the Man United team following his explosive interview with Piers Morgan that saw him shading […]

Euro 2024 qualifiers: Italy vs England — team news, head-to-head

Euro 2024 qualifiers: Italy vs England — team news, head-to-head

England might finally have the chance to avenge their scorching Euro 2020 final defeat to Italy when they face the Azurri on Thursday as the Euro 2024 qualifiers get underway. Both teams will clash at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona with the Three Lions winless in their last five encounters against the English team. In […]

Nigeria vs Guinea-Bissau: I’ll contribute with goals, assists – Osimhen

Nigeria vs Guinea-Bissau: I’ll contribute with goals, assists – Osimhen

By Efosa Taiwo Victor Osimhen has expressed optimism ahead of the Super Eagles clash with Guinea-Bissau in the AFCON 2023 Qualifiers. The three-time champions will take on the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on Friday as they look to seal qualification for the AFCON tournament. Speaking to the NFFtv […]