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AFCON 2023: Facts to note as competition advances

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 January 2024 0

When Nigeria take the field for their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON, last-16 tie against Cameroon, the stakes will be incredibly high. Apart from a rivalry between the nations spanning four decades, beginning in earnest with Cameroon’s victory in the 1984 final, the Super Eagles will

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Kloop convinced decision to leave Liverpool at end of season right

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 January 2024 0

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he is “convinced” leaving the club is “right” and has “no regrets” about the decision. The German announced on Friday he would leave Anfield at the end of the season. Klopp, 56, said he realised his “resources are not endless” as his side continue to compete for four trophies this […]

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AFCON 2023: France rejects Ivory Coast bid to ‘loan’ Renard as coach

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 January 2024 0

Ivory Coast have failed in an audacious bid to bring former coach Herve Renard back for the remainder of their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations campaign. The 55-year-old is currently in charge of France Women but the French Football Federation (FFF) has refused a proposed “loan” deal with the Ivorian federation. The Afcon hosts have […]

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FIFA upholds three-year ban against Rubiales

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 January 2024 0

Ex-Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales has lost his appeal against a three-year ban from football-related activities by FIFA. Rubiales stepped down from his role in September after kissing Jenni Hermoso on the lips after Spain’s Women’s World Cup final win against England. Hermoso, who later filed a legal complaint against Rubiales, said the

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Unveiling MSport Nigeria App Experience

Ihesiulo Grace 25 January 2024 0

Dive into a comprehensive review of the MSport Nigeria app, a leading player in the online betting industry. Explore its user-friendly interface, diverse betting options, and seamless transaction processes for an unmatched betting experience. MSport Nigeria App – A Winner’s Choice The MSport Nigeria mobile application has been widely acknowledged for its

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Calciopoli: The Scandal That Shook Italian Football to Its Core

Ihesiulo Grace 25 January 2024 0

The Calciopoli scandal, which erupted in 2006, is one of the most infamous controversies in the history of Italian football. It involved several of Italy’s top football clubs, including Juventus, AC Milan, Fiorentina, Lazio, and Reggina, in a match-fixing scandal that rocked the foundations of the sport. This article provides an overview of the events, […]

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From the Savannah to the Ring: Kenya’s Boxing Evolution

Ihesiulo Grace 25 January 2024 0

In the diverse tapestry of Kenyan sports, where the long strides of marathon runners have dominated the landscape, a different kind of athletic endeavor is becoming prominent -boxing. Once overshadowed by the global acclaim of Kenyan runners, boxing is now carving its path, emerging from the savannahs to the rings, captivating a nation known for […]

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Maximising Your Online Casino Experience: A Guide to Free Casino Bonuses

Ihesiulo Grace 22 January 2024 0

Online casinos are an incredible source of entertainment, but if you enhance your gaming experience with valuable bonuses and promotions, you will have even more fun, without spending any extra cash. Today’s virtual operators frequently treat their members with different rewards, but free bonuses still stand out as one of the most popular promotional offers […]

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Dala double helps Angola move top of AFCON group

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 21 January 2024 0

Gelson Dala scored twice as Angola beat Mauritania to close in on the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations. Forward Dala reacted smartly to the rebound from a corner to put his side ahead, firing a shot against the turf and into the roof of the net. Sidi Amar levelled for the Lions […]

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Dortmund’s win delayed as fans throw chocolate coins

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 21 January 2024 0

Borussia Dortmund comfortably beat Cologne after a stoppage in their Bundesliga match when fans threw chocolate coins on to the pitch in protest against an investment proposal by the German Football Association. Supporters from both clubs threw the gold coins during the 12th minute to symbolise their role as the ’12th man’. It led to […]

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Arsenal reignite title bid with Crystal Palace win

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 21 January 2024 0

Arsenal reignited their Premier League title challenge by thrashing struggling Crystal Palace at Emirates Stadium. The Gunners’ fight at the top had faltered towards the end of last year as they lost three of their past five Premier League games. But, after heading off to Dubai for a week-long winter break, Mikel Arteta’s side returned […]

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Scores feared dead, others declared wanted as security agencies, IPOB clash

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 16 January 2024

Joseph Udoh, Owerri A clash between a combined team of security agencies and members of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has claimed several lives. The development has intensified fears at Awomama in Imo State. Highly placed security sources told our correspondent that the IPOB members were marching on the streets and major roads when […]

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AFCON 2023: Peseiro tweaks formation ahead of Equatorial Guinea clash

Ihesiulo Grace 14 January 2024 0

Super Eagles Coach, Jose Peseiro, has tinkered with the team’s formation ahead of their first group game of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) against Equatorial Guinea. The changes to the team became necessary due to injuries picked up by some key players, and the absence of Kelechi Iheanacho. Nigeria will play with only one […]

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Mark Your Calendars: The Most Anticipated Sports Events Coming in 2024

Ihesiulo Grace 11 January 2024 0

As the world of sports constantly evolves, 2024 promises to be an exhilarating year filled with a wide array of global sporting events. Fans worldwide are gearing up for an action-packed schedule, eagerly awaiting the clash of titans in arenas from athletics to team sports. This anticipation spans every corner of the globe, as enthusiasts […]

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Why did soccer become the most popular sport in Africa?

Ihesiulo Grace 4 January 2024 0

Soccer, or football as it is known in many parts of the world, reigns supreme in Africa. Its widespread popularity across the continent isn’t just a coincidence. It results from a unique blend of accessibility, fandom, and betting expansion. Accessibility: The Beautiful Game for All The beauty of soccer lies in its simplicity and accessibility. […]

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Durosinmi’s move to Eintracht Frankfurt collapses

Ihesiulo Grace 3 January 2024 0

Rafiu Durosinmi’s move to Bundesliga club, Eintracht Frankfurt has collapsed over failed medical. DAILY POST reports that Durosinmi’s Czech Republic side, Viktoria Plzen and Eintracht Frankfurt have already agreed on the deal but the latter pulled out of the deal after the forward failed to clear the medical hurdle. According to German news hub, BILD, […]

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Andrey Santos returns to Chelsea after Sturge

Ihesiulo Grace 3 January 2024 0

Another player, Andrey Santos has returned to Chelsea from his loan at Nottingham Forest. This is coming less than 24 hours after Chelsea defender Zak Sturge returned to Stamford Bridge from his loan at Peterborough United. Chelsea disclosed this in a statement via its website on Wednesday. Santos joined Nottingham Forest last summer and made […]

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Vincent Enyeama: NFF clear air on his role

Ihesiulo Grace 3 January 2024 0

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Vincent Enyeama has debunked reports that he would be a part of the team’s goalkeepers’ coaching crew during the 2023 AFCON. Vincent Enyeama became a viral topic earlier this week when he shared a cryptic message under the comments section of an Instagram post talking about the Super Eagles’ preparation for […]

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AFCON: Eight players who are yet to report to Super Eagles

Ihesiulo Grace 3 January 2024 0

Almost all the 25 Super Eagles players invited for the 2023 AFCON have reported to Nigeria’s training camp in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Note that the Super Eagles squad officially commenced their preparation for the 2023 AFCON earlier today, January 3, in UAE and they are expected to remain there until January 9. […]

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1985 U-17 World Cup Winning Coach, Sebastian Broderick Is Dead

Ihesiulo Grace 3 January 2024 0

The coach who guided the Golden Eaglets to victory in the inaugural U-17 World Cup in 1985, Sebastine Brodericks-Imasuen, has reportedly died. Reports obtained by Naija News on Wednesday, January 3, revealed that the Nigerian coach had been on life support at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital for more than a year. It was […]