Tag: premier-league
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Maybe Nwabali should have hung on with Chippa United, says Troost-Ekong
Editor Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong believes that the decision of goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali to leave his club, Chippa United, without first having another ready contract elsewhere was a huge mistake by the former Super Eagles number one. Nwabali came to the national limelight and became Nigeria’s first-choice goalie during the 2023 AFCON. He…
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World Cup: Debutants Cape Verde hold Spain to a goalless draw
Editor European champions, Spain, were held to a 0-0 result by debutants Cape Verde in their opening game on Monday in Atlanta in the 2026 World Cup. The island African country with less than one million people is not new to big feats, as they had already shown signs of resilience, going by their qualification…
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Simy Nwankwo makes a homecoming to celebrate great season
Editor Soccer fans in and around Nkpor Agu in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State are excitedly looking forward to seeing Nigerian striker, Simeon Tochukwu Nwankwo, who is simply known as Simy. He is making a heartfelt homecoming on 21st June 2026, marking the end of a remarkable season in the Saudi Arabia league. Tagged…
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Amobi Ezeaku resigns as NPFL Club Owners Secretary amid uncertainty over Rangers
By Emmanuel Chinedu A fresh development has emerged surrounding Rangers FC General Manager, Barrister Amobi Ezeaku, after he resigned from his position as secretary of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Club Owners Association. Ezeaku announced his resignation from the position in an official statement released on June 8, 2026. This brings to an…
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Champions League Final anchors epic sporting weekend on SuperSport
Admin The UEFA Champions League final, FIFA World Cup warm-up matches, and the latest action from Roland Garros are among the major sporting attractions lined up on SuperSport over the coming days. The weekend’s headline event is Saturday’s Champions League final in Budapest, where newly crowned Premier League champions Arsenal take on defending champions Paris…
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Mourinho returns to Real Madrid, signs three-year deal
Jose Mourinho has signed a three-year deal to become Real Madrid’s new head coach, but he will not be officially unveiled until after the club’s presidential election, which is due to take place on June 7. However, the 63-year-old’s contract will only be valid if the current president, Florentino Perez, remains in his role. Perez…
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Oliseh reveals Arteta’s actions that gave Arsenal Premier League trophy
By Editor Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has explained what he says are the three major decisions that helped Mikel Arteta and Arsenal secure the Premier League title after 22 years of waiting. Last week’s success marks Arsenal’s first league title since their historic unbeaten “Invincibles” campaign in 2004. Arteta joined the Gunners in…
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GTI congratulates champions Rangers, commends NPFL Board for wonderful season
By Editor Strategic partners to the Nigeria Premier Football League, GTI Asset Management and Trust Limited, have joined millions of football fans in congratulating Rangers FC of Enugu for emerging champions of the 2025/26 NPFL season. In a statement issued on Monday, GTI’s Head of Media and Publicity, Andrew Ekejiuba, praised the team for securing…
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Arsenal win first Premier League title in 22 years after Man City draw
Editor Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years. After a season filled with knife-edge matches and at times crippling tension, Arsenal’s title-winning moment came while they were sitting at home. Manchester City needed to beat Bournemouth on Tuesday night to take the title race to the final day…
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Why Chelsea hired Xabi Alonso
Admin Chelsea have made their intentions clear by not only appointing Xabi Alonso but also by the way he was announced. The Blues moved quickly to reach an agreement with Alonso in the hours after Chelsea lost the FA Cup final, beaten 1-0 by Manchester City at Wembley, which confirmed the club would go trophyless…
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