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• Struggling Arsenal Defeat West Ham To End Winless Streak

  09-12-2019 23:51 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal came from a goal down to score three goals in nine minutes and beat fellow strugglers West Ham United 3-1, away in Monday night’s Premier League game. Goals from Gabriel Martinelli, Nicolas Pepe and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, saw Arsenal end a run of nine straight games without a win in all competitions. Also Read:Rudiger Set […]
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• Benitez rules himself out of Arsenal and Everton jobs

  09-12-2019 23:40
  
  Rafael Benitez insisted on Monday there is “no chance” he will fill the managerial vacancies at either Arsenal or Everton, but he refused to completely rule out a return to the Premier League.
  Former Liverpool and Real Madrid boss Benitez is currently in charge of Chinese side Dalian Yifang after leaving Newcastle United after the end of last season.
  Arsenal are still looking for a permanent successor to Unai Emery while Everton, Liverpool’s local rivals, sacked Marco Silva las
  
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• Arsenal strike back to end winless run at West Ham

  09-12-2019 23:36
  
  Arsenal ended their worst run without a win in 42 years by coming from behind to beat West Ham 3-1 on Monday thanks to a three-goal blitz in nine minutes after the hour mark.
  Another miserable night for caretaker Gunners boss Freddie Ljungberg seemed in store when the visitors trailed at half-time to Angelo Ogbonna’s deflected header.
  However, Arsenal suddenly sparked into life after Gabriel Martinelli scored his first Premier League goal as Nicolas Pepe finally started to deliver on his c
  
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• Klopp tells Liverpool to enjoy ‘intensity’ ahead of Salzburg clash

  09-12-2019 21:46
  
  Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has urged his side to enjoy the “most intense period of our lives” as a tough schedule continues with a key Champions League match away to Salzburg.
  Reigning European champions Liverpool need to avoid defeat in Austria on Tuesday to secure a place in the last 16.
  The Premier League leaders, eight points clear of Leicester as they bid for what would be a first English title in 30 years, are on a sequence of a game every three days.
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• Rudiger Set For Chelsea Return After Three Months Injury Layoff

  09-12-2019 21:13 via completesports.com
  
  Antonio Rudiger could make his first appearance for Chelsea since September, following his inclusion in their squad for Tuesday’s Champions League home clash against Lille after recovering from injury. This was revealed by Chelsea manager Frank Lampard on Monday, ahead of the game against Lille. Rudiger’s last featured for Chelsea three months ago after sustaining […]
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• Messi, Pique Out Of Inter Milan Clash

  09-12-2019 20:59
  
  Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has been rested for the champions league match against Inter Milan on Tuesday after scoring a hat trick against Mallorca on Saturday.The 32-year-old scored his 35th hat trick to help Barcelona return to the top of t ...
  
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• Benzema facing possible court date over Valbuena sextape blackmail

  09-12-2019 19:47
  
  Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema may be facing a criminal trial after France’s highest court of appeal on Monday dismissed his appeal challenging the legality of a blackmail investigation over a sextape featuring fellow footballer Mathieu Valbuena.
  The court found that the investigative methods used in the case, in which Benzema is alleged to have colluded in blackmailing Valbuena, were within the law.
  Benzema and Valbuena were both in the French national team at the time of the attempte
  
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• Nigerian Players Abroad: Kelechi Iheanacho reborn in England, Osimhen nets another home goal in France and Odion Ighalo wins first career club title

  09-12-2019 19:30
  
  <p class="">A review of how Nigerian players performed all over the world this weekend.</p><h1>It was a busy weekend of football all around the world with Nigerian players in action for the respective clubs. </h1><p class="">From England where<strong> Kelechi Iheanacho</strong> is enjoying a resurgence to France where <strong>Victor Osimhen </strong>continued his fine form at home and China where ex-<strong>Super Eag
  
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• Martins Denies Turning Down Lucrative Offer From Saudi Club ​

  09-12-2019 18:55 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria forward Obafemi Martins has denied a report linking him uo with a Saudi Arabia football club on a deal worth $1.5 million An online media platform had reported last month that Martins, former player of Chinese​ Super League​ side Shanghai Shenhua, rejected the offer in Saudi Arabia on the ground that the oil-rich country […]
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• Russia doping whistleblower welcomes ban, urges review of Olympic results

  09-12-2019 18:40
  
  The former head of Russia’s anti-doping agency, who fled Moscow after turning whistleblower, on Monday welcomed a four-year ban from major sporting events imposed on his country.
  “Finally, fraud, lies and falsifications of unspeakable proportions have been punished in full swing,” said Grigory Rodchenkov in a statement.
  READ ALSO: Match-fixing: Spanish court clears 36 players
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• Euro 2020: Switzerland to host Germany in warm-up match

  09-12-2019 18:21
  
  Germany will play a friendly in Switzerland next May as part of their build-up to the Euro 2020 finals, the German Football Association confirmed Monday.
  The four-time World Cup winners have already lined up friendlies next year against Spain in Madrid on March 26 and Italy five days later in Nuremberg.
  READ ALSO: Match-fixing: Spanish court clears 36 players
  They will now face Switzerland in Basel on May 31 ahead of the European Championship, which starts on June 12.
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• New Ronaldo Mane is Superb Modern Player –Ajax Legend, Blind

  09-12-2019 17:51 via completesports.com
  
  Ajax Amsterdam and the Netherlands legend, Danny blind has hailed Senegal international cum Liverpool forward, Sadio Mane, as the young version of Cristiano Ronaldo who is ‘very mordern’ with his style of play. Blind – the father of former Manchester United defender, Daley Blind, beams his spotlight on Mane as Liverpool get ready for their […]
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• Match-fixing: Spanish court clears 36 players

  09-12-2019 17:34
  
  A Spanish court cleared 36 players of wrongdoing Monday in a high-profile match-fixing case related to a 2011 game between Real Zaragoza and Levante.
  The judge dismissed allegations the match had been fixed, citing a lack of evidence, and cleared over 40 people accused of sporting corruption.
  Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Ander Herrera, Mexican coach Javier Aguirre, and former Atletico Madrid captain Gabi Fernandez, all at Zaragoza at the time, were among the defendants in a trial that began i
  
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• Climate change threatens food supplies

  09-12-2019 17:15
  
  Climate change threatens food supplies if extreme weather conditions hit more than one grain-producing region at a time, scientists warned Monday.
  Weather is a key variable and normally crop losses in one region are compensated by another, helped along by storage and trading systems resilient to short term disruption.
  However, it is now “doubtful whether the current system is resilient to more extreme climatic conditions,” a report said in the journal Nature Climate Change.
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• Premier League: Three things we learned from Matchweek 16

  09-12-2019 17:08
  
  Premier League: Three things we learnt from Matchweek 16Liverpool’s relentless march to a first English title since 1990 gathered pace with a comfortable win at Bournemouth, while Manchester City’s defence of the trophy was hit by a painful defeat against rivals Manchester United.
  Fuelled by Jamie Vardy’s blistering form, Leicester have emerged as the closest challengers to Liverpool.
  AFP Sport looks at three things we learned from the Premier League weekend:
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• Clippers Vs. Pacers – This Will Be The First Meeting Between These Teams This Season

  09-12-2019 17:04 via completesports.com
  
  This will be the first meeting between these teams this season. The Pacers are coming off a 104-103 home win over the New York Knicks. T.J. McConnell contributed 6 points (3-of-3 from the field) and 11 assists. T.J. Warren had a big game with 25 points (10-of-19 FG). Domantas Sabonis contributed 19 points (8-of-11 FG) […]
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• Messi out but Conte expects Inter to suffer

  09-12-2019 16:59
  
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  Barcelona star Lionel Messi will not make the trip to the San Siro for Tuesday’s final Champions League group game, but Inter Milan coach Antonio Conte still expects a tough test as his side bids to reach the last 16.
  Barcelona are already through to the knockout rounds after six-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi scored in a convincing 3-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund last time out.
  The Argentine has been left out of the 20-man squad along with midfielder Sergi Roberto.
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• Cavaliers Vs. Celtics – In The Last Head-To-Head Matchup Between The Teams

  09-12-2019 16:54 via completesports.com
  
  In the last head-to-head matchup between the teams, the Celtics beat Cleveland 119-113 on the road. The Cavs have been in a slump losing all of their last 5 games. In their last game, Gordon Hayward had a huge game with 39 points (17-of-20 from the field), 8 assists and 7 rebounds. Daniel Theis contributed […]
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• Star Player Pogba Needs Love To Shine For Man United –Valencia

  09-12-2019 16:41 via completesports.com
  
  Former Manchester United right-back Antonio Valencia has called on the Red Devils’ faithful to show Paul Pogba a lot of love in order to inspire the France international to rediscover his fine form. Pogba has missed 14 matches in all competitions through an akle injury, but is expected to return to action soon after making […]
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• Joshua Rejects Ruiz Partying Excuse For Rematch Defeat

  09-12-2019 15:43 via completesports.com
  
  Anthony Joshua has dismissed Andy Ruiz Jr’s excuse that he had spent three months partying after his victory in Madison Square Garden back in June. The Brit challenger was fully focused before he executed his gameplan to the letter in Saudi Arabia, regaining his WBA, WBO, IBF, IBO world heavyweight titles after a unanimous points […]
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• Russia can play in 2022 World Cup qualifiers, says WADA-linked official

  09-12-2019 15:37
  
  An official linked to the World Anti-Doping Agency said on Monday Russia can participate in qualifying for the 2022 World Cup despite receiving a four-year ban from major global sporting events.
  WADA’s executive committee placed the suspension on Russia earlier in the day after accusing Moscow of falsifying laboratory doping data handed over to investigators this year.
  “Because the qualifiers don’t decide the world champion, Russia can take part. The decision applies to the Wor
  
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• Ljungberg Refuses To Rule Out Top-four Finish For Arsenal

  09-12-2019 15:34 via completesports.com
  
  Freddie Ljungberg says Arsenal have what it takes to finish in the top-four despite their recent struggles in all competitions. Ljunberg will he seeking his first win since replacing Unai Emery when Arsenal travel to West Ham United on Monday night. Also Read:Everton Approach Former Arsenal Manager Emery Over Toffees’ Job  Since taking over, Ljungberg […]
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• Messi to miss Barca’s Champions League trip to Inter

  09-12-2019 15:30
  
  Barcelona star Lionel Messi will not make the trip to Italy for Tuesday’s Champions League game against Inter Milan, the Spanish club confirmed on Monday.
  Barcelona are already through to the last 16 after six-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi scored in a convincing 3-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund last time out.
  READ ALSO: Maguire says top four in sight for improving Manchester United
  The Spaniards are also sure of finishing top of Group F as they have 11 points from five games.
  
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• Nigerian games shortlisted for International Convention

  09-12-2019 15:21
  
  Three board games made by Nigerian designers have been shortlisted for debut at the 2019 African Board games Convention (AB Con).
  News Agency of the Nigeria (NAN) reports that in the list released by AB Con on Monday, the games ‘Wan Wan Touch’, ‘First Mention’ and ‘Village War’ will join other games from around the world.
  AB Con is the largest gathering of African board and table top game designers in the world.
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• Nigerian striker Odion Ighalo wins Chinese FA Cup with Shanghai Shenhua

  09-12-2019 14:53
  
  <p class="">The Chinese FA Cup is Ighalo’s first club trophy of his career. </p><h1>Nigerian striker Odion Ighalo ended his season in China by winning the Chinese FA Cup title with Shanghai Shenhua. </h1><p class="">Ighalo’s Shenhua won the title after a 3-0 home win over<strong> Shandong Luneng</strong> on Friday, December 6, 2019. </p><p class="">The Nigerian striker was a second-half substitute for Shenhua
  
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• Anthony Joshua says he had health issues before his shocking loss to Ruiz Jr in June

  09-12-2019 14:30
  
  <p class="">Joshua says he had to undergo surgery to correct the health issues.</p><h1>After reclaiming his heavyweight titles, Anthony Joshua has revealed that he had health issues when he lost to Andy Ruiz Jr. in June 2019. </h1><p class="">Joshua <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/sports/more/anthony-joshuas-7th-round-knockout-stuns-twitter-nigeria/m65ne3f" id="13e1b277-b282-46c4-b539-f887c9a35321" data-link-role-code="n
  
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• Russia banned from Olympic Games for altering doping data

  09-12-2019 14:04
  
  Russia was banned from the Olympics and other major world championships on Monday after sporting officials decided to punish it for tampering with doping-related laboratory data in another blow to Russia’s already tarnished sporting reputation.
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• Eze Named In Championship Team Of The Week

  09-12-2019 13:53 via completesports.com
  
  Queens Park Rangers midfielder Ebere Eze has been named in Sky Bet Championship team of the week following his impressive performance in Saturday’s 2-0 home win against Preston North End, reports Completesports.com. Eze scored both goals as QPR ended a run of seven league games without a win. He put them ahead on 17 minutes […]
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• Everton Approach Former Arsenal Manager Emery Over Toffees’ Job 

  09-12-2019 13:28 via completesports.com
  
  Everton have approached former Arsenal boss Unai Emery about their vacant managerial position following the sacking of Portuguese coach Marco Silva last week. Sky Sports News understands an informal meeting was held in London and it is thought Emery wants more time to think about his next move following his dismissal at Arsenal. Also Read:Guardiola: […]
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• Everton Approach Former Arsenal Manager Emery Over Managerial Post 

  09-12-2019 13:28 via completesports.com
  
  Everton have approached former Arsenal boss Unai Emery about their vacant managerial position following the sacking of Portuguese coach Marco Silva last week. Sky Sports News understands an informal meeting was held in London and it is thought Emery wants more time to think about his next move following his dismissal at Arsenal. Also Read:Guardiola: […]
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• NNL: Vandrezzer FC Mark Historic Game With 2-1 Win Over Bayelsa United

  09-12-2019 12:56 via completesports.com
  
  Vandrezzer FC marked their first-ever home game in league football in stunning style, as they defeated Bayelsa United 2-0. Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party, Akwa Ibom State Chapter, Obong Paul Ekpo, was among a number of special guests at the Ikot Ekpene Stadium, as second-half goals by Ekerete Udom and Sampson Hussaini gave the Lions a […]
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• Russia handed four-year-ban by WADA over doping scandal

  09-12-2019 12:13
  
  The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has unanimously agreed to ban Russia from major international sporting competitions for four years over doping non-compliance.
  WADA’s compliance review committee (CRC) had suggested several sanctions because of the Russian Anti-Doping Agency’s (RUSADA) failure to cooperate fully during probes into Russian sport.
  ALSO READ: JUST IN: Civil societies demand release of Sowore, give FG 14-day ultimatum
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• Legal and Commercial Implications of the NPFL New Television Broadcast Deal

  09-12-2019 11:45 via completesports.com
  
  By Steve Austin Nwabueze Introduction Throughout the world, live coverage of major football and sports games has become one of the most popular forms of television broadcast and has become a veritable source of revenue for the broadcast rights holders, the Sporting Federations and the individual teams. Prior to the launch of major TV platforms, […]
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• Anthony Joshua pockets $85m from the rematch with Ruiz Jr

  09-12-2019 11:41
  
  <p class="">Joshua is the heavyweight boxer with the biggest earning from a fight in the history of boxing. </p><h1>Multiple heavyweight belt holder Anthony Joshua earned a whopping $85m from his Saturday, December 7, 2019 rematch against Andy Ruiz Jr. </h1><p class=""><a href="https://www.pulse.ng/sports/more/anthony-joshua-beats-andy-ruiz-jr-with-unanimous-verdict-victory-to-reclaim/7evpmrb" id="48d4073f-19cf-4335-a580-e0b7b86
  
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• Guardiola: Manchester City Can’t Compete With Elite Clubs

  09-12-2019 11:39 via completesports.com
  
  Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has questioned whether his team can compete with the European elite at the moment, and insists they must improve on their current form. The Citizens completed a domestic treble last season, but trail league leaders Liverpool by 14 points after losing 2-1 to neighbours Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium […]
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• Maguire says top four in sight for improving Manchester United

  09-12-2019 11:29
  
  Harry Maguire has the top four in his crosshairs after Manchester United’s thrilling derby triumph at Manchester City lifted them to fifth in the Premier League table.
  A week that started with manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer under pressure after a below-par performance in a home draw against promoted Aston Villa ended with a second memorable victory in a matter of days.
  Fresh from deservedly seeing off Jose Mourinho’s Tottenham 2-1 on Wednesday, United won by the same scoreline at the E
  
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• Thunder Vs. Jazz – The Utah Jazz Took The Last Meeting Between The Teams At Home

  09-12-2019 11:15 via completesports.com
  
  The Utah Jazz took the last meeting between the teams at home. The Oklahoma City Thunder will attempt to keep their momentum going with 4 wins in its last 5 games. Top performers for the Jazz included: Bojan Bogdanovic contributed 16 points (6-of-14 from the field). Emmanuel Mudiay had 12 points (6-of-11 from the field) […]
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• Don’t Miss Karl-Anthony Towns Facing Suns At Talking Stick Resort Arena

  09-12-2019 11:01 via completesports.com
  
  Buy NBA tickets now at TickPick with no extra fees. Will Devin Booker be able to replicate his monstrous 35-point performance in last game’s loss to the Houston Rockets? Timberwolves will want to move on from a 125-142 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, a game in which Josh Okogie contributed 18 points (4-of-8 FG). […]
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• Grizzlies Vs. Dubs – In The Last Head-To-Head Matchup Between The Teams

  09-12-2019 10:49 via completesports.com
  
  In the last head-to-head matchup between the teams, the Warriors beat the Grizzlies 114-95 on the road. Golden State has struggled lately with just 1 win in its last 5 games. Notable players for the Dubs in their last matchup: Glenn Robinson III contributed 20 points (8-of-14 from the field). Alec Burks had a big […]
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• Don’t Miss Kyle Lowry Facing Bulls At United Center

  09-12-2019 10:33 via completesports.com
  
  Get all NBA tickets at TickPick, where smart fans buy tickets. Will Zach LaVine be able to replicate his monstrous 18 point performance in the last game’s loss to the Miami Heat? The Raptors will want to move on from a 104-110 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, a game in which OG Anunoby had 19 […]
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• Rockets Vs. Kings – The Rockets Will Attempt To Continue Their Momentum With 4 Wins In Their Last 5 Games

  09-12-2019 10:18 via completesports.com
  
  This will be the first meeting between the teams this season. The Rockets will attempt to continue their momentum with 4 wins in their last 5 games. The Rockets are coming off a 115-109 home win over the Phoenix Suns. Ben McLemore had a solid night with 27 points (10-of-15 FG) on 5 threes. Russell […]
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• Obuh Reveals Secret To Akwa United’s First League Win

  09-12-2019 10:07 via completesports.com
  
  Akwa United head coach John Obuh says his team’s effort to put away their scoring chances helped secure a first league win of the season for them against Adamawa United on Sunday. Going into Sunday’s Nigeria Professional Football League  (NPFL) home game against Adamawa United, Akwa had failed to win any of their six games. […]
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• Pistons Vs. Pelicans – The Pels Are In A Slump Losing All Of Their Last 5 Games

  09-12-2019 10:01 via completesports.com
  
  This will be the first meeting between these teams this season. The Pels are in a slump losing all of their last 5 games. The Detroit Pistons are coming off a 108-101 home win over the Indiana Pacers. Andre Drummond had a monster game with 25 points (9-of-17 FG), and 22 rebounds (7 offensive). Related: […]
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• ‘I wasn’t happy at Arsenal’ ― Koscielny reveals his reasons for leaving the Gunners

  09-12-2019 09:50
  
  Laurent Koscielny has spoken about his reasons for leaving Arsenal in the summer; a decision which surprised many at the club including the fans he believes did not expect him to go.
  The former Gunners captain revealed that he wasn’t happy at Arsenal and that he felt he needed to go back home with his family for a different challenge.
  ALSO READ: Resurgent Iheanacho maintains Leicester City momentum with Aston Villa strike
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• Klopp ‘never doubted’ Keita as Liverpool boss predicts big impact from midfield star

  09-12-2019 09:30
  
  Jurgen Klopp believes Liverpool could be about to see the best of Naby Keita after the Guinean’s star performance at Bournemouth on Saturday.
  Keita provided a goal and an assist as the Reds won 3-0 at the Vitality Stadium, marking his first Premier League start since April in style.
  It has been a frustrating season so far for the former RB Leipzig midfielder, who has managed just five starts and four substitute appearances for the league leaders.
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• Resurgent Iheanacho maintains Leicester City momentum with Aston Villa strike

  09-12-2019 09:21
  
  Kelechi Iheanacho scored his fourth goal of the season to help Leicester City to a 4-1 victory against Aston Villa on Sunday.Before his strike, the Nigerian had assisted Jammie Vardy to put the Foxes ahead in the 20th minute.
  Four minutes before the half-time break, he doubled their advantage after converting James Maddison’s cross at the near post with the aid of Ezri Konsa’s deflection.
  ALSO READ: Sadiq Umar scores 11th league goal of the season in Partizan win
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• Sadiq Umar scores 11th league goal of the season in Partizan win

  09-12-2019 09:15
  
  Sadiq Umar scored his 11th goal in the Serbian Super Liga as Partizan defeated Rad Beograd 2-1.
  Umar who is currently on a season-long loan from Roma opened the scoring for Partizan with his effort just after the half hour-mark on Sunday.
  The strike made the Nigerian forward the joint-highest goalscorer in the Serbian top-flight with 11 goals after 16 matches.
  ALSO READ: Everton investigating reports of homophobic chants at Chelsea fans
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• Ajayi Targets More Goals For West Brom After Scoring Vs Swansea

  09-12-2019 09:07 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria defender Semi Ajayi hopes to hit the back of the net frequently for West Bromwich Albion after getting a goal in Sunday’s 5-1 demolition of Swansea City, reports Completesports.com. Ajayi opened scoring for the Baggies in the 25th minute of the encounter. It the versatile centre-back’s third goal in 20 league semiAjayii  appearances for […]
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• Ajayi Targets More Goals For West Brom After Scoring Feat Vs Swansea

  09-12-2019 09:07 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria defender Semi Ajayi hopes to hit the back of the net frequently for West Bromwich Albion after getting a goal in Sunday’s 5-1 demolition of Swansea City, reports Completesports.com. Ajayi opened scoring for the Baggies in the 25th minute of the encounter. It the versatile centre-back’s third goal in 20 league semiAjayii  appearances for […]
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• 2 Nigerian tennis players wrongly deported from Croatia

  09-12-2019 08:57
  
  <p class="">Uchenna and Chinedu were in Croatia for a university championships.</p><h1>Two Nigerian tennis players who traveled to Croatia for competition have been deported to an immigration camp in Bosnia by policemen who mistook them for illegal immigrants. </h1><p class=""><strong>Abia Uchenna </strong>and<strong> Eboh Kenneth Chinedu</strong>, students at the Federal University of Technology Owerri were in Croatia for
  
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