Barcelona unveils long awaited signing- Philippe Coutinho
Barcelona have unveiled their latest signing, Philippe Coutinho,
after completing a record deal of £145m, making the Brazilian the
second-most expensive player in the world after Neymar.
The 25-year-old playmaker who was unveiled by the club president
Josep Maria Bartomeu at the Nou Camp yesterday, was signed from
English club Liverpool in a five-year deal.
The attacking midfielder who was nicknamed 'Little Magician' by fans and
teammates of his former club Liverpool, is known for his combination of
vision, passing, dribbling and long-range strikes.
The Spanish side, Barcelona are very happy to have finally signed the Brazilian after last years transfer window saga.
Argentina vs Nigeria 2-4 - All Goals & Highlights - Friendly (14/11/2017)
Nigeria’s Super Eagles inspired by captain Mikel John Obi humbled Jorge Sampaoli’s Argentina 4-2 inside the new Krasnodar Stadium in Russia on Tuesday night.
Sevilla star Ever Banega had beaten a poorly positioned Daniel Akpeyi in goal for Nigeria and who didn’t arrange his wall properly in the 14th minute to give Argentina the lead.
Sergio Aguero scored the Albiceleste’s second 8 minutes later after he finished with a tap in as Jorge Sampaoli’s side looked set to prosper despite the absence of Messi.
Leicester forward, Kelechi Iheanacho netted a beautiful left footed free kick to give the Eagles a comeback in the first 45'. The first half of the match ended, 2 – 1 in favour of the Argentines.
Arsenal star, Alex Iwobi scored an early second half goal as the Eagles fought back from 2-1 down against the Argentine side to make it 2 goals a piece.
Amkar Perm left wing back Bryan Idowu made it 3-2 minutes later.
Alex Iwobi then sealed an impressive 4-2 victory for Nigeria, as he nut-megged Javier Mascherano before coolly firing in to the bottom corner in the 73rd minute.
Watch highlights below,
Argentina Vs Nigeria Friendly
The much anticipated friendly match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Argentine national team will be played today in Krasnodar, Russia.
The game will kick off by 5:30 pm local time.
Both teams will be using the friendly game to fine tune preparations for the Russia 2018 World cup tournament.
Maximum changes of six players per team will be allowed for this match according to the organizers.
Coach Gernot Rohr is likely try out a 3-5-2 formation with this line up selection.
SUPER EAGLES X1:
Akpeyi
Balogun, Troost-Ekong, Awaziem
Abdullahi, Mikel, Ndidi, Ogu, Aina
Iheanacho, Iwobi
Italy misses out of Russia 2018 World Cup
Four time winners of the World cup tournament, Italy will for the first time since 1958, miss out on the opportunity to participate in a World cup tournament after failing to win their play-off game against Sweden.
The Azzurris played out a 0-0 draw with Sweden in a World Cup qualifying play-off second leg on Monday, after initially falling to a 1-0 defeat in Stockholm in the first leg on Friday.
The result means Sweden will be flying to Russia 2018 at the expense of Italy who will have to wait another four years before getting another opportunity.
World Cup Qualifier: Algeria Vs Nigeria
Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has Released his Starting XI – that will face Algeria in the last leg of the World Cup qualifying game in Constantine later today.
Eagles Manager Rohr revealed his starting line up shortly after the last training session of the team.
Deportivo La Coruna’s Goalkeeper, Francis Odinaka Uzoho made the matchday squad, with Daniel Akpeyi missing out on selection, while John Ogu was also selected for the first time under Rohr.
Israel based Anthony Nwakaeme will also make his debut as he is in the starting line up.
Mainz defender, Leon Balogun will be saddled with the role of leadership as he wears the captain band with William Troost-Ekong, Shehu Abdullahi and Ola Aina completing the back four.
EAGLES LINE UP FOR THE ENCOUNTER:
Ikechukwu Ezenwa
Shehu Abdullahi
Ola Aina
Leon Balogun
William Troost-Ekong
Ogehenekaro Etebo
John Ogu
Wilfred Ndidi
Anthony Nwakaeme
Alex Iwobi
Kelechi Iheanacho
KICK OFF : 8:30pm
UCL Results/Fixtures/Table
31/10/2017
AS Roma 3-0 Chelsea
Atletico Madrid 1-1 Qarabag
Basel 1-2 CSKA Moscow
Celtic 1-2 Bayern Munich
Manchester United 2-0 Benfica
Olympiakos 0-0 Barcelona
Paris Saint-Germain 5-0 Anderlecht
Sporting CP 1-1 Juventus
Group A (Points and Goal Difference)
- Manchester United: 12 pts (+9)
- Basel: 6 pts (+3)
- CSKA Moscow: 6 pts (-3)
- Benfica: 0 pts (-9)
Group B
- Paris Saint-Germain: 12 pts (+17)
- Bayern Munich: 9 pts (+4)
- Celtic: 3 pts (-6)
- Anderlecht: 0 pts (-15)
Group C
- AS Roma: 8 pts (+4)
- Chelsea: 7 pts (+4)
- Atletico Madrid: 3 pts (-1)
- Qarabag: 1 pt (-7)
Group D
- Barcelona: 10 pts (+6)
- Juventus: 7 pts (0)
- Sporting Lisbon: 4 pts (-1)
- Olympiakos: 1 pt (-5)
Fixtures 01/11/2017
Real Madrid loses at Girona
Spanish giants, Real Madrid, let go of a one goal lead to eventually loose 2-1 to Girona in a La Liga match played on Sunday to leave them trailing 8 points behind Barcelona with 10 games of the season so far played.
Isco’s 12th minutes opener had put Real Madrid in the lead but second half goals from Cristhian Stuani and Portu ensured Madrid went home empty handed as Girona claims 3 valuable points at the expense of the defending champions.
Carabao Cup Qualifier Draws
Draws for the quarter final stage of the Carabao EFL cup in England, the eight qualifying teams now know their opponents.
See fixtures below,
Arsenal vs West Ham
Chelsea vs Bournemouth
Bristol City vs Man United
Leicester City vs Manchester City
The Quarter-Final games have been scheduled to be played as from 18th December, and the finals scheduled for Sunday, 25th February, 2018.
Everton Sacks Manager!
Everton football manager, Ronald Koeman, has been sacked by Everton after the side suffered a humiliating 5-2 home defeat against Arsenal on Sunday.
Following Sunday's Premier League loss against the Gunners, the club dropped to the relegation zone with just eight points from nine games played already. Everton also faces elimination from the Europa League tournament after picking up only one point in their opening three games.
The club on their Twitter page posted a statement confirming Koeman's sacking on Monday afternoon which read: "Everton Football Club can confirm that Ronald Koeman has left the Club.
"Chairman Bill Kenwright, the Board of Directors and Major Shareholder Farhad Moshiri would all like to express their gratitude to Ronald for the service he has given to the Club over the past 16 months and for guiding the Club to seventh place in last season's Premier League campaign."
Soccer Results and Fixtures
21/10/2017
Chelsea 4-2 Watford
Huddersfield Town 2-1 Manchester United
Manchester City 3-0 Burnley
Newcastle United 1-0 Crystal Palace
Stoke City 1-2 AFC Bournemouth
Swansea City1-2 Leicester City
Southampton 1-0 West Bromwich Albion
22/10/2017
Everton : Arsenal (1:30 Pm)
Tottenham : Liverpool (4:00pm)
21/10/2017
Levante 1:1 Getafe
Betis 2:0 Alaves
Valencia 4:0 Sevilla
Barcelona 2:0 Malaga
22/10/2017
Celta Vigo : Alt. Madrid
Real Madrid : Eibar
Leganes : Alt. Bilbao
21/10/2017
Monaco 2:0 Caen
Amiens 1:0 Bordeaux
Angers 0:1 Toulouse
Metz 1:2 Dijon
Nantes 2:1 Guingamp
Rennes 1:0 Lille
22/10/2017
Marsielle : PSG
Troyes : Lyon
Nice : Strasbourg
21/10/2017
Monchenglabach B 1:5 Bayer Luverkusen
E. Frankfurt 2:2 B, Dortmund
FC Augsburg 1:2 Hannover
RB Leipzig 1:0 VfB Stuttgart
Hamburger SV 0:1 Bayern Muchen
21/10/2017
Sampdoria 5:0 Crotone
Napoli 0:0 Inter
22/10/2017
Milan : Genoa
Torino : AS Roma
Lazio : Cagliari
Udinese : Juventus
Russia 2018: NFF Confirms Nigeria-Argentina Friendly
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that Nigeria will face Argentina in a friendly at Krasnodar Stadium, Russia, on Tuesday, November 14, as the number one footballing body in Nigeria prepares the Super Eagles for the Russia 2018 World Cup.
This will be the first meeting between both sides since Argentina’s 3-2 win at Estádio Beira-Rio, Porto Alegre on June 25, 2014.
General Secretary of the NFF, Mohammed Sanusi, said: “We have had long and fruitful talks, and we can say that we have an agreement.
“We await the approval by FIFA and also, we have to agree on the flight arrangements that would be comfortable for the players and crew.
“The match will come up on 14th November, four days after the Super Eagles’ final 2018 Fifa World Cup qualifying match away to Algeria.
EPL Resumes
The international break is over and the Premier League resumes with Manchester United facing Liverpool at Anfield. It is arguably Manchester United's biggest challenge so far. The Reds currently sit second position in the table and goal difference being the only reason local rivals Manchester City are first.
See fixtures and kick off time below:
Saturday 14 October
Liverpool v Manchester United (10:30 am)
Burnley v West Ham United (3:00 pm)
Crystal Palace v Chelsea (3:00 pm)
Manchester City v Stoke City (3:00 pm)
Swansea v Huddersfield (3:00 pm)
Tottenham Hotspur v Bournemouth (3:00 pm)
Watford v Arsenal (5:30 pm)
Sunday 15 October
Brighton & Hove Albion v Everton (13:30)
Southampton v Newcastle United (16:00)
Monday 16 October
Leicester City v West Bromwich Albion (20:00)
Messi fires Argentina back into Russia 2018 with a powerful hat trick
Argentina is going to the 2018 World Cup, and Lionel Messi is the reason why. The superstar put his country on his back, scoring a brilliant hat trick in Ecuador to clinch a direct spot to next summer's tournament with a 3-1 victory.
The 2014 runners-up began the day sixth in the group, knowing only a top-four place would see them qualify automatically for Russia.
They made a terrible start in Quito, conceding inside 38 seconds, but the Barcelona superstar led Argentina's fight back to ensure they secured their place in next year's tournament.
It was part of a remarkable night of football that saw:
- Panama qualify for their first World Cup with a controversial goal in a 2-1 win over Costa Rica
- The United States miss out on the tournament for the first time since 1986 after losing to Trinidad & Tobago
- Chile manager Juan Antonio Pizzi step down after his side lost to Brazil to miss out on qualifying for their third consecutive World Cup
- Portugal beat Switzerland to replace them at the top of their qualifying group but the Netherlands go out despite winning.
See highlights below:
Nigeria qualifies for the world cup in Russia
The Nigerian Super eagles beat Zambian stars at home from a lone goal by Alex Iwobi in the second half to qualify for a spot in the next FIFA world cup in Russia.
Nigeria tops the Africa World Cup - Qualification in group B
See table as it stands below
Nigeria Vs Zambia - Players available in camp
Nigeria vs Zambia match will be played on Saturday , 7 October, at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state. Kick off is 5:00pm. Meet the Super Eagle players already in camp. The Nigeria vs Zambia match is the decider of which team will qualify between Nigeria and Zambia.
The first leg in Zambia ended Zambia 1 – 2 Nigeria. Nigeria is on top of the group with 10 points follows closely by Zambia with 7 points. The Super Eagle will only need a draw or win to quality for Russia 2018.
The Super Eagles will hold their first training session on Tuesday, and the fans and media will be allowed to watch the session.
See Super Eagle players list in camp.
- John Obi Mikel,
- Echiejile,
- Ighalo,
- Ekong,
- Balogun,
- Ahmed Musa,
- Shehu,
- Agu,
- Ndidi Wilfred,
- Kelechi Iheanacho,
- Ogu,
- Etebo,
- Nwakaeme,
- Ezenwa,
- Ajiboye.
Costa to return to Atletico Madrid
Chelsea FC of England have announced that they have reached an agreement with Spainish side Atletico Madrid over the transfer of controversial striker Diego Costa.
The deal is however subject to a medical as well as the player agreeing personal terms.
The Spanish star will turn 29 by October this year but has been frozen out of action by Chelsea boss, Antonio Conte.
Costa had initially joined Chelsea from Atletico Madrid in 2014 for a £32 million fee and he has won two premier league and one league cup during his time at Stamford Bridge.
He has scored 58 goals in 120 appearances since arriving at Chelsea.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid won’t be able to officially register Costa until January 2018, when the Spanish transfer window re-opens and their FIFA transfer ban ends.
UEFA champions league results and fixtures
The UEFA Champions League games took center stage across various locations on Tuesday 26:09:2017 as teams resumed battle in search of European glory.
Title holders, Real Madrid were able to defeat their German rivals Dortmund to grab 3
points in to remain in group top , while Liverpool managed to snatch a draw in their game away at Russia.
Harry Kane continued his fine form for Tottenham as the English club came out 3-0 winners.
See full results from yesterday’s games below:
Dortmund 1:3 Real Madrid
Sevilla 3:0 Maribor
Napoli 3:1 Feyenoord
Apoel Nicosia 0:3 Tottenham
Beşiktaş 2:0 RB Leipzig
Spartak Moskva 1:1 Liverpool
Man. City 2:0 Shakhtar Donetsk
Monaco 0:3 vs Porto
Meanwhile, as attention shifts towards today’s games, here are the fixtures across various centers.
Wednesday,27th September, 2017. (7:45PM)
Qarabag FK vs Roma (5:00PM)
CSKA Moscow vs Man United
FC Basel vs Benfica
Anderlecht vs Celtic
Juventus vs Olympiacos
PSG vs Bayern
Atlético Madrid vs Chelsea
Sporting vs Barcelona
WAFU CUP: captain Ikechukwu Ezenwa voted the best goalkeeper of the tournament
Home Eagles of Nigeria captain Ikechukwu Ezenwa was voted the best goalkeeper of the 2017 West Africa Football Union (WAFU Cup) in Ghana despite conceding four goals in the final on Sunday.
Ezenwa kept four clean sheets during the tournament against Sierria Leone, Mali, Ghana and Benin Republic but conceded four goals in the final as Nigeria lost 4-1.
But the Super Eagles goalkeeper was awarded with the Golden Glove for his impressive performances.
Ghana’s Stephen Sarfo emerged as the top scorer of the tournament. Sarfo scored a brace in the final to take his goal tally to four in the tournament.
Sarfo put Ghana ahead in the 43rd minute of the game with a sensational strike before completing his brace from the spot in the dying minutes of the encounter. Another Ghanian star, Twum Isaac, was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament
Nigeria beat Ghana to move on to WAFU Semi Finals
Nigeria’s Super Eagles are through to the semi-finals of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Cup of Nations after beating Ghana 2-nil in their last Group A clash.
See highlights below;
Dembele ruled out for the rest of 2017
Barcelona new signing Ousman Denbele has been ruled out of the laliga competitions for the next three and half months after a ruptured hamstring picked up by the young star during the Getafe clash on saturday.
Dembele was successfully operated on Tuesday to repair a ruptured biceps femoris in his left leg. He is expected to be out for three and a half months.
The Catalan giants feared their record 105 million-euro ($125 million) signing could be sidelined for four months after suffering the injury attempting a backheel in Saturday’s 2-1 win at Getafe.
It is the first major injury of Dembele’s career and Barca boss Ernesto Valverde admitted a more experienced player may have picked up on signs all wasn’t well before completely tearing the muscle.
Cameroon 1:1 Nigerian
Cameroon vs Nigeria
World Cup Qualifiers Third round
Yesterday, 6:00 PM
Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium, Yaoundé
1 - 1
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The Eagles traveled to Younde, Cameroon for the return leg of the FIFA World Cup 2018 qualifers and finished the game with a goal a piece for both teams.
Having been beaten 4-0 in the reverse fixture last Friday in Uyo, it was expected that the Lions will come out roaring against the Eagles.
Though that was the case, it was still the Eagles that drew the first blood through Moses Simon who was on target in the 30th minute.
The Nigeria team had a handful of other chances to extend their lead but were unable to do so.
With Cameroon continually pressing for an equaliser, their persistence paid off in the 75th minute when they were awarded what looked like a soft penalty.
Vincent Aboubakar who came off the bench held his nerve to convert the spot kick to make the score 1-1.
Despite the draw, the Super Eagles are still top of their qualifying group with 10 points from four matches, while Cameroon remain third with three points.
Zambia, who are second with four points, face bottom team Algeria in Constantine on Tuesday night in the other match of Group B.
After this round of the competition is over, it will resume back to continue in October with Nigeria facing Zambia at home.
Group B as it stands now.
Team P W D L F A P
Nigeria 4 3 1 0 10 3 10
Zambia 3 1 1 1 5 4 4
Cameroon 4 0 3 1 3 7 3
Algeria 3 0 1 2 3 7 1
Transfer window deadline signing roundup
Arsenal
The summer-long Alexis Sánchez saga twisted at the very last, with Arsenal relaxing their absolute not-for-sale stance. Manchester City made their move only for Arsenal to fail to get Thomas Lemar and the status quo endured. Arsenal will now pray Sánchez can give everything for one final season.
Argentina Vs Nigeria Friendly
The much anticipated friendly match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Argentine national team will be played today in Krasnodar, Russia.
The game will kick off by 5:30 pm local time.
Both teams will be using the friendly game to fine tune preparations for the Russia 2018 World cup tournament.
Maximum changes of six players per team will be allowed for this match according to the organizers.
Coach Gernot Rohr is likely try out a 3-5-2 formation with this line up selection.
SUPER EAGLES X1:
Akpeyi
Balogun, Troost-Ekong, Awaziem
Abdullahi, Mikel, Ndidi, Ogu, Aina
Iheanacho, Iwobi
Italy misses out of Russia 2018 World Cup
The Azzurris played out a 0-0 draw with Sweden in a World Cup qualifying play-off second leg on Monday, after initially falling to a 1-0 defeat in Stockholm in the first leg on Friday.
The result means Sweden will be flying to Russia 2018 at the expense of Italy who will have to wait another four years before getting another opportunity.
World Cup Qualifier: Algeria Vs Nigeria
Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has Released his Starting XI – that will face Algeria in the last leg of the World Cup qualifying game in Constantine later today.
Eagles Manager Rohr revealed his starting line up shortly after the last training session of the team.
Deportivo La Coruna’s Goalkeeper, Francis Odinaka Uzoho made the matchday squad, with Daniel Akpeyi missing out on selection, while John Ogu was also selected for the first time under Rohr.
Israel based Anthony Nwakaeme will also make his debut as he is in the starting line up.
Mainz defender, Leon Balogun will be saddled with the role of leadership as he wears the captain band with William Troost-Ekong, Shehu Abdullahi and Ola Aina completing the back four.
EAGLES LINE UP FOR THE ENCOUNTER:
Ikechukwu Ezenwa
Shehu Abdullahi
Ola Aina
Leon Balogun
William Troost-Ekong
Ogehenekaro Etebo
John Ogu
Wilfred Ndidi
Anthony Nwakaeme
Alex Iwobi
Kelechi Iheanacho
Leon Balogun
William Troost-Ekong
Ogehenekaro Etebo
John Ogu
Wilfred Ndidi
Anthony Nwakaeme
Alex Iwobi
Kelechi Iheanacho
KICK OFF : 8:30pm
UCL Results/Fixtures/Table
AS Roma 3-0 Chelsea
Atletico Madrid 1-1 Qarabag
Basel 1-2 CSKA Moscow
Celtic 1-2 Bayern Munich
Manchester United 2-0 Benfica
Olympiakos 0-0 Barcelona
Paris Saint-Germain 5-0 Anderlecht
Sporting CP 1-1 Juventus
Group A (Points and Goal Difference)
- Manchester United: 12 pts (+9)
- Basel: 6 pts (+3)
- CSKA Moscow: 6 pts (-3)
- Benfica: 0 pts (-9)
Group B
- Paris Saint-Germain: 12 pts (+17)
- Bayern Munich: 9 pts (+4)
- Celtic: 3 pts (-6)
- Anderlecht: 0 pts (-15)
Group C
- AS Roma: 8 pts (+4)
- Chelsea: 7 pts (+4)
- Atletico Madrid: 3 pts (-1)
- Qarabag: 1 pt (-7)
Group D
- Barcelona: 10 pts (+6)
- Juventus: 7 pts (0)
- Sporting Lisbon: 4 pts (-1)
- Olympiakos: 1 pt (-5)
Fixtures 01/11/2017
Real Madrid loses at Girona
Spanish giants, Real Madrid, let go of a one goal lead to eventually loose 2-1 to Girona in a La Liga match played on Sunday to leave them trailing 8 points behind Barcelona with 10 games of the season so far played.
Isco’s 12th minutes opener had put Real Madrid in the lead but second half goals from Cristhian Stuani and Portu ensured Madrid went home empty handed as Girona claims 3 valuable points at the expense of the defending champions.
Carabao Cup Qualifier Draws
Draws for the quarter final stage of the Carabao EFL cup in England, the eight qualifying teams now know their opponents.
See fixtures below,
Arsenal vs West Ham
Chelsea vs Bournemouth
Bristol City vs Man United
Leicester City vs Manchester City
The Quarter-Final games have been scheduled to be played as from 18th December, and the finals scheduled for Sunday, 25th February, 2018.
Everton Sacks Manager!
Everton football manager, Ronald Koeman, has been sacked by Everton after the side suffered a humiliating 5-2 home defeat against Arsenal on Sunday.
Following Sunday's Premier League loss against the Gunners, the club dropped to the relegation zone with just eight points from nine games played already. Everton also faces elimination from the Europa League tournament after picking up only one point in their opening three games.
The club on their Twitter page posted a statement confirming Koeman's sacking on Monday afternoon which read: "Everton Football Club can confirm that Ronald Koeman has left the Club.
"Chairman Bill Kenwright, the Board of Directors and Major Shareholder Farhad Moshiri would all like to express their gratitude to Ronald for the service he has given to the Club over the past 16 months and for guiding the Club to seventh place in last season's Premier League campaign."
Soccer Results and Fixtures
21/10/2017
Chelsea 4-2 Watford
Huddersfield Town 2-1 Manchester United
Manchester City 3-0 Burnley
Newcastle United 1-0 Crystal Palace
Stoke City 1-2 AFC Bournemouth
Swansea City1-2 Leicester City
Southampton 1-0 West Bromwich Albion
22/10/2017
Everton : Arsenal (1:30 Pm)
Tottenham : Liverpool (4:00pm)
21/10/2017
Levante 1:1 Getafe
Betis 2:0 Alaves
Valencia 4:0 Sevilla
Barcelona 2:0 Malaga
22/10/2017
Celta Vigo : Alt. Madrid
Real Madrid : Eibar
Leganes : Alt. Bilbao
21/10/2017
Monaco 2:0 Caen
Amiens 1:0 Bordeaux
Angers 0:1 Toulouse
Metz 1:2 Dijon
Nantes 2:1 Guingamp
Rennes 1:0 Lille
22/10/2017
Marsielle : PSG
Troyes : Lyon
Nice : Strasbourg
21/10/2017
Monchenglabach B 1:5 Bayer Luverkusen
E. Frankfurt 2:2 B, Dortmund
FC Augsburg 1:2 Hannover
RB Leipzig 1:0 VfB Stuttgart
Hamburger SV 0:1 Bayern Muchen
21/10/2017
Sampdoria 5:0 Crotone
Napoli 0:0 Inter
22/10/2017
Milan : Genoa
Torino : AS Roma
Lazio : Cagliari
Udinese : Juventus
Russia 2018: NFF Confirms Nigeria-Argentina Friendly
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that Nigeria will face Argentina in a friendly at Krasnodar Stadium, Russia, on Tuesday, November 14, as the number one footballing body in Nigeria prepares the Super Eagles for the Russia 2018 World Cup.
This will be the first meeting between both sides since Argentina’s 3-2 win at Estádio Beira-Rio, Porto Alegre on June 25, 2014.
General Secretary of the NFF, Mohammed Sanusi, said: “We have had long and fruitful talks, and we can say that we have an agreement.
“We await the approval by FIFA and also, we have to agree on the flight arrangements that would be comfortable for the players and crew.
“The match will come up on 14th November, four days after the Super Eagles’ final 2018 Fifa World Cup qualifying match away to Algeria.
EPL Resumes
The international break is over and the Premier League resumes with Manchester United facing Liverpool at Anfield. It is arguably Manchester United's biggest challenge so far. The Reds currently sit second position in the table and goal difference being the only reason local rivals Manchester City are first.
See fixtures and kick off time below:
Saturday 14 October
Liverpool v Manchester United (10:30 am)
Burnley v West Ham United (3:00 pm)
Crystal Palace v Chelsea (3:00 pm)
Manchester City v Stoke City (3:00 pm)
Swansea v Huddersfield (3:00 pm)
Tottenham Hotspur v Bournemouth (3:00 pm)
Watford v Arsenal (5:30 pm)
Sunday 15 October
Brighton & Hove Albion v Everton (13:30)
Southampton v Newcastle United (16:00)
Monday 16 October
Leicester City v West Bromwich Albion (20:00)
Messi fires Argentina back into Russia 2018 with a powerful hat trick
Argentina is going to the 2018 World Cup, and Lionel Messi is the reason why. The superstar put his country on his back, scoring a brilliant hat trick in Ecuador to clinch a direct spot to next summer's tournament with a 3-1 victory.
The 2014 runners-up began the day sixth in the group, knowing only a top-four place would see them qualify automatically for Russia.
They made a terrible start in Quito, conceding inside 38 seconds, but the Barcelona superstar led Argentina's fight back to ensure they secured their place in next year's tournament.
It was part of a remarkable night of football that saw:
- Panama qualify for their first World Cup with a controversial goal in a 2-1 win over Costa Rica
- The United States miss out on the tournament for the first time since 1986 after losing to Trinidad & Tobago
- Chile manager Juan Antonio Pizzi step down after his side lost to Brazil to miss out on qualifying for their third consecutive World Cup
- Portugal beat Switzerland to replace them at the top of their qualifying group but the Netherlands go out despite winning.
See highlights below:
Nigeria qualifies for the world cup in Russia
The Nigerian Super eagles beat Zambian stars at home from a lone goal by Alex Iwobi in the second half to qualify for a spot in the next FIFA world cup in Russia.
Nigeria tops the Africa World Cup - Qualification in group B
See table as it stands below
Nigeria Vs Zambia - Players available in camp
Nigeria vs Zambia match will be played on Saturday , 7 October, at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state. Kick off is 5:00pm. Meet the Super Eagle players already in camp. The Nigeria vs Zambia match is the decider of which team will qualify between Nigeria and Zambia.
The first leg in Zambia ended Zambia 1 – 2 Nigeria. Nigeria is on top of the group with 10 points follows closely by Zambia with 7 points. The Super Eagle will only need a draw or win to quality for Russia 2018.
The Super Eagles will hold their first training session on Tuesday, and the fans and media will be allowed to watch the session.
See Super Eagle players list in camp.
- John Obi Mikel,
- Echiejile,
- Ighalo,
- Ekong,
- Balogun,
- Ahmed Musa,
- Shehu,
- Agu,
- Ndidi Wilfred,
- Kelechi Iheanacho,
- Ogu,
- Etebo,
- Nwakaeme,
- Ezenwa,
- Ajiboye.
Costa to return to Atletico Madrid
Chelsea FC of England have announced that they have reached an agreement with Spainish side Atletico Madrid over the transfer of controversial striker Diego Costa.
The deal is however subject to a medical as well as the player agreeing personal terms.
The Spanish star will turn 29 by October this year but has been frozen out of action by Chelsea boss, Antonio Conte.
Costa had initially joined Chelsea from Atletico Madrid in 2014 for a £32 million fee and he has won two premier league and one league cup during his time at Stamford Bridge.
He has scored 58 goals in 120 appearances since arriving at Chelsea.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid won’t be able to officially register Costa until January 2018, when the Spanish transfer window re-opens and their FIFA transfer ban ends. UEFA champions league results and fixtures
The UEFA Champions League games took center stage across various locations on Tuesday 26:09:2017 as teams resumed battle in search of European glory.
Title holders, Real Madrid were able to defeat their German rivals Dortmund to grab 3
points in to remain in group top , while Liverpool managed to snatch a draw in their game away at Russia.
Harry Kane continued his fine form for Tottenham as the English club came out 3-0 winners.
See full results from yesterday’s games below:
Dortmund 1:3 Real Madrid
Sevilla 3:0 Maribor
Napoli 3:1 Feyenoord
Apoel Nicosia 0:3 Tottenham
Beşiktaş 2:0 RB Leipzig
Spartak Moskva 1:1 Liverpool
Man. City 2:0 Shakhtar Donetsk
Monaco 0:3 vs Porto
Meanwhile, as attention shifts towards today’s games, here are the fixtures across various centers.
Wednesday,27th September, 2017. (7:45PM)
Qarabag FK vs Roma (5:00PM)
CSKA Moscow vs Man United
FC Basel vs Benfica
Anderlecht vs Celtic
Juventus vs Olympiacos
PSG vs Bayern
Atlético Madrid vs Chelsea
Sporting vs Barcelona
WAFU CUP: captain Ikechukwu Ezenwa voted the best goalkeeper of the tournament
Home Eagles of Nigeria captain Ikechukwu Ezenwa was voted the best goalkeeper of the 2017 West Africa Football Union (WAFU Cup) in Ghana despite conceding four goals in the final on Sunday.
Ezenwa kept four clean sheets during the tournament against Sierria Leone, Mali, Ghana and Benin Republic but conceded four goals in the final as Nigeria lost 4-1.
But the Super Eagles goalkeeper was awarded with the Golden Glove for his impressive performances.
Ghana’s Stephen Sarfo emerged as the top scorer of the tournament. Sarfo scored a brace in the final to take his goal tally to four in the tournament.
Sarfo put Ghana ahead in the 43rd minute of the game with a sensational strike before completing his brace from the spot in the dying minutes of the encounter. Another Ghanian star, Twum Isaac, was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament
Nigeria beat Ghana to move on to WAFU Semi Finals
Nigeria’s Super Eagles are through to the semi-finals of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Cup of Nations after beating Ghana 2-nil in their last Group A clash.
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Dembele ruled out for the rest of 2017
Barcelona new signing Ousman Denbele has been ruled out of the laliga competitions for the next three and half months after a ruptured hamstring picked up by the young star during the Getafe clash on saturday.
The Catalan giants feared their record 105 million-euro ($125 million) signing could be sidelined for four months after suffering the injury attempting a backheel in Saturday’s 2-1 win at Getafe.
It is the first major injury of Dembele’s career and Barca boss Ernesto Valverde admitted a more experienced player may have picked up on signs all wasn’t well before completely tearing the muscle.
Cameroon 1:1 Nigerian
Cameroon vs Nigeria
World Cup Qualifiers Third round
Yesterday, 6:00 PM
Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium, Yaoundé
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The Eagles traveled to Younde, Cameroon for the return leg of the FIFA World Cup 2018 qualifers and finished the game with a goal a piece for both teams.
Having been beaten 4-0 in the reverse fixture last Friday in Uyo, it was expected that the Lions will come out roaring against the Eagles.
Though that was the case, it was still the Eagles that drew the first blood through Moses Simon who was on target in the 30th minute.
The Nigeria team had a handful of other chances to extend their lead but were unable to do so.
With Cameroon continually pressing for an equaliser, their persistence paid off in the 75th minute when they were awarded what looked like a soft penalty.
Vincent Aboubakar who came off the bench held his nerve to convert the spot kick to make the score 1-1.
Despite the draw, the Super Eagles are still top of their qualifying group with 10 points from four matches, while Cameroon remain third with three points.
Zambia, who are second with four points, face bottom team Algeria in Constantine on Tuesday night in the other match of Group B.
After this round of the competition is over, it will resume back to continue in October with Nigeria facing Zambia at home.
Group B as it stands now.
Team P W D L F A P
Nigeria 4 3 1 0 10 3 10
Zambia 3 1 1 1 5 4 4
Cameroon 4 0 3 1 3 7 3
Algeria 3 0 1 2 3 7 1
Transfer window deadline signing roundup
Arsenal
The summer-long Alexis Sánchez saga twisted at the very last, with Arsenal relaxing their absolute not-for-sale stance. Manchester City made their move only for Arsenal to fail to get Thomas Lemar and the status quo endured. Arsenal will now pray Sánchez can give everything for one final season.
Major moves
In: Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon £46m
Sead Kolasinac from Schalke free transfer.
Out: Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to Liverpool £35m
Gabriel Valencia £10m
Wojciech Szczesny Juventus £10m
Kieran Gibbs West Bromwich Albion £7m
Jan ToralHull City £3m
Kaylen Hinds Wolfsburg £2m
Carl Jenkinson Birmingham City loan
Joel Campbell Real Betis loan
Lucas Pérez Deportivo La Coruña loan.
Major moves
In: Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon £46m
Sead Kolasinac from Schalke free transfer.
Out: Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to Liverpool £35m
Gabriel Valencia £10m
Wojciech Szczesny Juventus £10m
Kieran Gibbs West Bromwich Albion £7m
Jan ToralHull City £3m
Kaylen Hinds Wolfsburg £2m
Carl Jenkinson Birmingham City loan
Joel Campbell Real Betis loan
Lucas Pérez Deportivo La Coruña loan.
Chelsea
It says much about Chelsea’s summer that Antonio Conte’s insistence his squad needed significant strengthening, first aired publicly even before the Premier League title had been won last season, degenerated into a madcap last-day scramble for reinforcements. Such behaviour is unbecoming of champions. With Diego Costa an outcast, Nemanja Matic sold and the usual squad of players loaned out to further their development.
Major moves
In: Álvaro Morata Real Madrid £58m
Tiémoué Bakayoko Monaco £39.7m
Danny Drinkwater Leicester City £35m - late signing
Antonio Rüdiger Roma £29m
Davide Zappacosta Torino £25.8m
Willy Caballero Manchester City free
Out: Nemanja Matic Manchester United £40m
Nathan Aké Bournemouth £20m
Juan Cuadrado Juventus £17.3m
Asmir Begovic Bournemouth £10m
Bertrand Traoré Lyon £8.8m
Christian Atsu Newcastle United £6m
Nathaniel ChalobahWatford £5m
Dominic Solanke Liverpool free
Tammy Abraham Swansea City loan
Kasey Palmer Huddersfield Town loan
Ruben Loftus-Cheek Crystal Palace loan
Kurt Zouma Stoke City loan
It says much about Chelsea’s summer that Antonio Conte’s insistence his squad needed significant strengthening, first aired publicly even before the Premier League title had been won last season, degenerated into a madcap last-day scramble for reinforcements. Such behaviour is unbecoming of champions. With Diego Costa an outcast, Nemanja Matic sold and the usual squad of players loaned out to further their development.
Major moves
In: Álvaro Morata Real Madrid £58m
Tiémoué Bakayoko Monaco £39.7m
Danny Drinkwater Leicester City £35m - late signing
Antonio Rüdiger Roma £29m
Davide Zappacosta Torino £25.8m
Willy Caballero Manchester City free
Out: Nemanja Matic Manchester United £40m
Nathan Aké Bournemouth £20m
Juan Cuadrado Juventus £17.3m
Asmir Begovic Bournemouth £10m
Bertrand Traoré Lyon £8.8m
Christian Atsu Newcastle United £6m
Nathaniel ChalobahWatford £5m
Dominic Solanke Liverpool free
Tammy Abraham Swansea City loan
Kasey Palmer Huddersfield Town loan
Ruben Loftus-Cheek Crystal Palace loan
Kurt Zouma Stoke City loan
Liverpool
Beating Chelsea to the signature of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain provided not only a welcome change for Liverpool but also important depth to a squad with Champions League commitments.
Major moves
In: Naby Keïta RB Leipzig £55m (player to arrive next summer)
Mohamed SalahRoma £36.9m
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Arsenal £35m
Andrew Robertson Hull City £8m
Dominic Solanke Chelsea free transfer
Out: Mamadou Sakho Crystal Palace £26m
Kevin Stewart Hull City £5.4m
Lucas Leiva Lazio £5m
Andre Wisdom Derby County £2m
Sheyi Ojo Fulham loan
Divock Origi Wolfsburg loan
Beating Chelsea to the signature of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain provided not only a welcome change for Liverpool but also important depth to a squad with Champions League commitments.
Major moves
In: Naby Keïta RB Leipzig £55m (player to arrive next summer)
Mohamed SalahRoma £36.9m
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Arsenal £35m
Andrew Robertson Hull City £8m
Dominic Solanke Chelsea free transfer
Out: Mamadou Sakho Crystal Palace £26m
Kevin Stewart Hull City £5.4m
Lucas Leiva Lazio £5m
Andre Wisdom Derby County £2m
Sheyi Ojo Fulham loan
Divock Origi Wolfsburg loan
Manchester City
If Pep Guardiola fails to feel contentment’s warm glow after this window when will he ever? Though proposed deals for Alexis Sanchez and Jonny Evans did not occur.
Major moves
In: Benjamin Mendy Monaco £52m
Kyle Walker Tottenham Hotspur £50m
Bernardo Silva Monaco £43.6m
Ederson Benfica £34.9m
Danilo Real Madrid £26.5m
Douglas Luiz Vasco de Gama £10m
Larry Kayode Austria Vienna £3.5m
Out: Kelechi Iheanacho Leicester City £25m
Enes Unal Villarreal £12m
Aaron Mooy Huddersfield Town £8m
Jadon Sancho Borussia Dortmund £8m
NolitoSevilla £7.9m
Fernando Galatasaray £5.5m
Aleksandar Kolarov Roma £4.5m
Olivier Ntcham Celtic £4m
Samir Nasri Antalyaspor £3.7m
Rubén Sobrino Alavés £1.8m
Pablo Zabaleta West Ham released
Gaël Clichy released
Jesús Navasreleased
Willy Caballero Chelsea released
Bacary Sagna released
Joe Hart West Ham United loan;
If Pep Guardiola fails to feel contentment’s warm glow after this window when will he ever? Though proposed deals for Alexis Sanchez and Jonny Evans did not occur.
Major moves
In: Benjamin Mendy Monaco £52m
Kyle Walker Tottenham Hotspur £50m
Bernardo Silva Monaco £43.6m
Ederson Benfica £34.9m
Danilo Real Madrid £26.5m
Douglas Luiz Vasco de Gama £10m
Larry Kayode Austria Vienna £3.5m
Out: Kelechi Iheanacho Leicester City £25m
Enes Unal Villarreal £12m
Aaron Mooy Huddersfield Town £8m
Jadon Sancho Borussia Dortmund £8m
NolitoSevilla £7.9m
Fernando Galatasaray £5.5m
Aleksandar Kolarov Roma £4.5m
Olivier Ntcham Celtic £4m
Samir Nasri Antalyaspor £3.7m
Rubén Sobrino Alavés £1.8m
Pablo Zabaleta West Ham released
Gaël Clichy released
Jesús Navasreleased
Willy Caballero Chelsea released
Bacary Sagna released
Joe Hart West Ham United loan;
Manchester United
José Mourinho ends the summer trading jamboree having added three players – Victor Lindelof, Romelu Lukaku and Nemanja Matic – plus the still-injured Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Major moves
In: Romelu Lukaku Everton £75m
Nemanja Matic Chelsea £40m
Victor LindelofBenfica £31m
Zlatan Ibrahimovic free agent
Out: Adnan Januzaj Real Sociedad £9.8m
Wayne Rooney Everton undisclosed
Cameron Borthwick-Jackson Leeds United loan
Timothy Fosu-Mensah Crystal Palace loan
Sam Johnstone Aston Villa loan
Akwa Ibom state governor visits Super Eagles camp
Emmanuel Udom, Akwa Ibom state Governor has pledged to give to the Nigerian football national team Super Eagles $10,000 for every goal they score.
He visited the Super Eagles in their training camp in Akwa Ibom State as they prepare for the 2018 World Cup qualifier against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon.
He said:
"We are here because there is nothing as good as appreciating people, especially when the people are working for the general good. A love not expressed is a love wasted and so we are here to tell you that we appreciate what you are doing for Nigeria.
I also want to tell you that no matter how wild a cat is, there is a place you will hold it and it will not be able to harm you. Go there and win the game for us."
See photos below:
Chelsea and Arsenal agree on a £35m transfer fee for Chamberlain
Chelsea FC have agreed a fee to sign midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain from London rivals Arsenal in a £35m move.
The England international will now begin talks over what is expected to be a five year contract with Chelsea before making the switch across London to join up with Antonio Conte’s men.
Pending a medical at St George’s Park, the 24-year-old is expected to become Chelsea’s fifth major signing of the summer and will strengthen Chelsea’s core of English players.
Chelsea manager Antoni Conte has been adamant in recent days that his side will sign more players before Thursday’s transfer deadline.
José Mourinho ends the summer trading jamboree having added three players – Victor Lindelof, Romelu Lukaku and Nemanja Matic – plus the still-injured Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Major moves
In: Romelu Lukaku Everton £75m
Nemanja Matic Chelsea £40m
Victor LindelofBenfica £31m
Zlatan Ibrahimovic free agent
Out: Adnan Januzaj Real Sociedad £9.8m
Wayne Rooney Everton undisclosed
Cameron Borthwick-Jackson Leeds United loan
Timothy Fosu-Mensah Crystal Palace loan
Sam Johnstone Aston Villa loan
Akwa Ibom state governor visits Super Eagles camp
Emmanuel Udom, Akwa Ibom state Governor has pledged to give to the Nigerian football national team Super Eagles $10,000 for every goal they score.
He visited the Super Eagles in their training camp in Akwa Ibom State as they prepare for the 2018 World Cup qualifier against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon.He said:
"We are here because there is nothing as good as appreciating people, especially when the people are working for the general good. A love not expressed is a love wasted and so we are here to tell you that we appreciate what you are doing for Nigeria.I also want to tell you that no matter how wild a cat is, there is a place you will hold it and it will not be able to harm you. Go there and win the game for us."
See photos below:
Chelsea and Arsenal agree on a £35m transfer fee for Chamberlain
Arsenal and Man City open Alexis Sanchez transfer talks
Man-City have attempted to break the impasse over Alexis Sánchez’s future at Arsenal by indicating that they would be prepared to include Raheem Sterling in a deal for the Chilean forward.
Goal understands Alexis remains keen to link up with Pep Guardiola at City and the Gunners are now considering the idea of selling the Chilean, having previously stubbornly refused to entertain any offers for the Chilean throughout the summer.
Man-City have attempted to break the impasse over Alexis Sánchez’s future at Arsenal by indicating that they would be prepared to include Raheem Sterling in a deal for the Chilean forward.
Goal understands Alexis remains keen to link up with Pep Guardiola at City and the Gunners are now considering the idea of selling the Chilean, having previously stubbornly refused to entertain any offers for the Chilean throughout the summer.
Kylian Mbappé going home to Paris with sights on Neymar partnership
Sánchez, who has only one year remaining on his contract and has refused to sign an extension, has been a target for City all summer having indicated he would like to work for their manager, Pep Guardiola, once more.
City were initially willing to offer around £50m for Sánchez, although Arsène Wenger has insisted that he would not be sold. It is believed that City’s latest offer includes Sterling and around £20m. Arsenal have denied receiving any official bid, although it is understood that they have held talks with City in recent days.
The Chile international was signed by Guardiola for Barcelona from Udinese in the summer of 2011 but the manager left at the close of the following season.
Sánchez is due to play for Chile against Paraguay in a World Cup qualifier on Thursday having returned from injury in Arsenal’s 4-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday.
Arsenal defeat leaves die hard fan dead
Arsenal loses against Liverpool FC yesterday at the Anfield Stadium. The meeting of London's favourite teams was their first for the season. Both team battled hard for the
win but the home team dominated and won the game 4 goals to nil.
In a previous game between the gunners and Stoke city team also saw the former lose the game by a goal down. This did not go down well with a fan who collapsed and died at the result of the game. Speculations have it that the deceased man from Imo state must have had a heart condition. Some others say he must have gambled over the game and lost and couldn't withstand the loss.
See game highlights below:
Mayweather defeats Mcgregor in Money Fight
The fight between the undefeated Mayweather and Mcgregor ended with the more experienced fighter emerging victorious. The fight which lasted for 10 rounds saw Mayweather get his 50th knockout against The UFC legend. Although Mcgregor did not fall from the KO punch, he remained on his feet but the officiating referee had to end the fight.
Both fighters showed respect for each other during and after the fight with Mcgregor admitting that Mayweather was a better fighter than he had expected. The UFC champions' defeat was attributed to his lack of experience in long fights- in this case 10 rounds. As time went on during the fight he threw less and lesser punches that had no effect on his opponent. Mayweather on the other hand admitted that the length of the fight was their game plan.
The victor of the fight, Money Mayweather as he rightly called bowed out of boxing career for the second time. The boxing champion has been undefeated since the beginning of his career with a record of 50 fights, 50 wins and 27 knockouts.
Dembele sign for Barca to plug Neymar gap
FC Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund have reached an agreement for the transfer of Ousmane Dembélé for 105 million euros plus add-ons. The player will sign a five year contract and his buy out-clause is set at 400 million euros.
Dembélé will arrive in Barcelona on Sunday and he will undergo a medical on Monday morning local time. Shortly, more details of the running order of the player’s presentation on Monday will be available.
His presence should coushon Neymar exit. On the other hand - Coutinho deal is off the table until Liverpool says otherwise.
MAYWEATHER VS McGREGOR- 27TH AUGUST
The 12 rounds fight of the history tagged "The Money Fight" is a day away. The fight between unbeaten five division boxing champion Floyd Mayweather and UFC legend Conor Mcgregor is slated for Saturday the 26th of August, 2017 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, according to promoters the fight may likely start at 5:30am on Sunday morning.
Well, tickets for the fight are still on sale but very expensive. Prices available are from £390 to £1,200, £2,000, £2,800, £4,000 and £5,900. I guess the more expensive seats are the ones in front with full view where you you smell the sweat from the fighters and have blood splattered on you, if you enjoy such things.
Showtime will surely stream the fight live on pay-per-view in the United States, while Sky Sports will show the fight in the UK - at a cost of £19.95.
The mega-fight could generate revenue up to £500million. UFC head, Dana White expects McGregor to earn around £100m. Mayweather is thought to have negotiated a bigger slice of the profits. The fight is expected to break all television box office records.
Fighters records Fights Wins KO’s Defeats
Although both fighters have not been in a fight for a while. Mayweather returning from retirement and Mcgregor taking sometime off.
With these records who do you think will win?
Leave a comment.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the best forward of the year
Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the best forward of the 2016/17 UEFA Champions League at the draw for this year's tournament group stage in Monaco on Thursday. Ronaldo also collected the UEFA Men's Player of the Year trophy
The striker justifiably claimed the awards after helping Los Blancos win the famous trophy for the third time in four seasons. The Portuguese powerhouse was once again instrumental, as he scored 12 times and provided five assists in 13 appearances.
Lukas Modric took home the best midfielder award.
Sergio Ramos was named the best defender.
UEFA Champions League Groups
UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE GROUP STAGE DRAW
After the qualifiers were finalized last night, we now know all of the teams that will be participating in the competition and which pot they will be in. Let's see all the pots.
UEFA Champions League Group Stages draw took place in Monaco last night, and we have the following teams in 4 pots to compete for the 2017/2018 UCL.
Seeded: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Juventus, Benfica, Chelsea, Shakhtar Donetsk, Monaco, Spartak Moscow
Pot 2: Barcelona, Atletico, Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund, Sevilla, Man City, FC Porto, Man United
Pot 3: Napoli, Tottenham, FC Basel, Olympiakos, Anderlecht, Liverpool, Roma, Besiktas
Pot 4: Celtic, CSKA Moscow, Sporting CP, APOEL Nicosia, Feyenoord, NK Maribor, FK Qarabag, RB Leipzig
The first group games will be played on Sep. 12-13, 2017.
Note that each team in the same pot cannot play against each other.
Barcelona to sign Angel D'Maria
Barcelona are reportedly close to agreeing a €50 million deal to bring former Real Madrid and current PSG star, Angel Di Maria to the Camp Nou, Catalan newspaper Sport reports.
The Spanish giants have had a difficult time in landing their prime targets in the current transfer market and have so far failed to get a replacement for Neymar who switched to Paris Saint-Germain in a world record € 222 million fee.
Lionel Messi has just one year remaining on his current contract, and it is believed that the arrival of a friend and Argentine colleague, Di Maria could help convince him to finally put pen to paper on an extension.
Ronaldo scores a screamer
The Portugal captain is banned from competitive domestic action for another three games, but was able to get some game time in the club friendly.
Ronaldo cut into the area from the left, before curling a spectacular effort into the top corner, in a 2-1 win over Fiorentina on Wednesday.
“That’s what this man is capable of, we’re happy to have him here,” Zidane told Real Madrid TV after the game.
“We put in a disciplined display and made a good start. I’m happy because the fans came out in their numbers and that was very important for us.
“We achieved what we wanted to, the trophy remains here and we all head home happy.”
Real Madrid manager, Zinedine Zidane, had earlier confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo will feature for 90 minutes, in their game against Fiorentina on Wednesday.
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Messi Considering Barca Exit
MANCHESTER CITY have met with Lionel Messi’s camp to discuss a potential world-record transfer, according to reports.
And the Barcelona superstar is “seriously considering” an exit from the club. The Argentina international was said to have signed a five-year deal back in July, when Neymar was still at the club.
But club vice president Jordi Mestre claimed that, though a new contract had been verbally agreed, Messi was yet to ink his signature.
This has led to talk that Manchester City could be about to chance their arm and bring him to the Premier League. The Premier League giants are said to have met with Messi’s representatives in a Barcelona restaurant last week to try and broker a deal.
Also Spanish outlet Diario Gol claim Real Madrid players think Messi is unhappy in Catalonia. They noticed him grimacing in the Betis victory and not celebrating Barcelona goals with much vigour. As a result, Madrid players put that down to his frustrations with Barcelona’s transfer business. The Catalan giants have failed to replace Neymar, who left for Paris Saint-Germain earlier this month.
BARCA WIN A MORALE BOOST FOR THE SEASON
The Catalans after loosing the super cup to rivals Real Madrid started the La'liga season on a good note with a 2:0 win against Real Betis.
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The former started the season with a new jersey that has no player name.
Liverpool Rejects Barcelona Third offer for Coutinho
Liverpool have rejected a third bid from Barcelona for Philippe Coutinho. The bid was believed to be around of £114m for the Brazilian.
Liverpool's rejection of Barcelona's third offer for Coutinho is further hard evidence of the determination within the club that they will not be forced into selling their prize asset under any circumstances.
Liverpool Manager Klopp, remain unmoved by the Catalans increased financial enticement as well as a transfer request from a player who has clearly had his head turned.
Liverpool regard this latest bid, understood to be about £114m, as irrelevant because their stance, as it has been from day one, is that Coutinho will not be sold.
But questions remain. Will Barcelona take the hint and walk away? Will Coutinho, sidelined by a back injury, accept his dream move will not come to fruition and eventually return to the fold? Will his unhappiness increase at the prospect of a switch to the Nou Camp slipping away?
For all the noises coming out of Barcelona that a move is "close", it remains as far away as the day they made their first approach. Liverpool's mood has not changed.
Madrid wins Super cup
Real Madrid hosted Barcelona for the second-leg of the Spanish Super cup after beating them 3-1 at the Camp Nou. Los Blancos did not take their feet off the pedal as they came out with a very convincing 2-0 win at the Santiago Bernabeu to claim the trophy in front of their own fans.
Sánchez, who has only one year remaining on his contract and has refused to sign an extension, has been a target for City all summer having indicated he would like to work for their manager, Pep Guardiola, once more.
City were initially willing to offer around £50m for Sánchez, although Arsène Wenger has insisted that he would not be sold. It is believed that City’s latest offer includes Sterling and around £20m. Arsenal have denied receiving any official bid, although it is understood that they have held talks with City in recent days.
The Chile international was signed by Guardiola for Barcelona from Udinese in the summer of 2011 but the manager left at the close of the following season.
Sánchez is due to play for Chile against Paraguay in a World Cup qualifier on Thursday having returned from injury in Arsenal’s 4-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday.
Arsenal defeat leaves die hard fan dead
Arsenal loses against Liverpool FC yesterday at the Anfield Stadium. The meeting of London's favourite teams was their first for the season. Both team battled hard for the
win but the home team dominated and won the game 4 goals to nil.
In a previous game between the gunners and Stoke city team also saw the former lose the game by a goal down. This did not go down well with a fan who collapsed and died at the result of the game. Speculations have it that the deceased man from Imo state must have had a heart condition. Some others say he must have gambled over the game and lost and couldn't withstand the loss.
See game highlights below:
Mayweather defeats Mcgregor in Money Fight
The fight between the undefeated Mayweather and Mcgregor ended with the more experienced fighter emerging victorious. The fight which lasted for 10 rounds saw Mayweather get his 50th knockout against The UFC legend. Although Mcgregor did not fall from the KO punch, he remained on his feet but the officiating referee had to end the fight.
Both fighters showed respect for each other during and after the fight with Mcgregor admitting that Mayweather was a better fighter than he had expected. The UFC champions' defeat was attributed to his lack of experience in long fights- in this case 10 rounds. As time went on during the fight he threw less and lesser punches that had no effect on his opponent. Mayweather on the other hand admitted that the length of the fight was their game plan.
The victor of the fight, Money Mayweather as he rightly called bowed out of boxing career for the second time. The boxing champion has been undefeated since the beginning of his career with a record of 50 fights, 50 wins and 27 knockouts.
Dembele sign for Barca to plug Neymar gap
FC Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund have reached an agreement for the transfer of Ousmane Dembélé for 105 million euros plus add-ons. The player will sign a five year contract and his buy out-clause is set at 400 million euros.
Dembélé will arrive in Barcelona on Sunday and he will undergo a medical on Monday morning local time. Shortly, more details of the running order of the player’s presentation on Monday will be available.
His presence should coushon Neymar exit. On the other hand - Coutinho deal is off the table until Liverpool says otherwise.
MAYWEATHER VS McGREGOR- 27TH AUGUST
The 12 rounds fight of the history tagged "The Money Fight" is a day away. The fight between unbeaten five division boxing champion Floyd Mayweather and UFC legend Conor Mcgregor is slated for Saturday the 26th of August, 2017 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, according to promoters the fight may likely start at 5:30am on Sunday morning.
Well, tickets for the fight are still on sale but very expensive. Prices available are from £390 to £1,200, £2,000, £2,800, £4,000 and £5,900. I guess the more expensive seats are the ones in front with full view where you you smell the sweat from the fighters and have blood splattered on you, if you enjoy such things.
Showtime will surely stream the fight live on pay-per-view in the United States, while Sky Sports will show the fight in the UK - at a cost of £19.95.
The mega-fight could generate revenue up to £500million. UFC head, Dana White expects McGregor to earn around £100m. Mayweather is thought to have negotiated a bigger slice of the profits. The fight is expected to break all television box office records.
Fighters records Fights Wins KO’s Defeats
Mcgregor 25 22 18 3
Mayweather 49 49 26 0
Although both fighters have not been in a fight for a while. Mayweather returning from retirement and Mcgregor taking sometime off.
With these records who do you think will win?
Leave a comment.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the best forward of the year
Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the best forward of the 2016/17 UEFA Champions League at the draw for this year's tournament group stage in Monaco on Thursday. Ronaldo also collected the UEFA Men's Player of the Year trophy
The striker justifiably claimed the awards after helping Los Blancos win the famous trophy for the third time in four seasons. The Portuguese powerhouse was once again instrumental, as he scored 12 times and provided five assists in 13 appearances.
Lukas Modric took home the best midfielder award.
Sergio Ramos was named the best defender.
UEFA Champions League Groups
UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE GROUP STAGE DRAW
After the qualifiers were finalized last night, we now know all of the teams that will be participating in the competition and which pot they will be in. Let's see all the pots.
UEFA Champions League Group Stages draw took place in Monaco last night, and we have the following teams in 4 pots to compete for the 2017/2018 UCL.
Seeded: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Juventus, Benfica, Chelsea, Shakhtar Donetsk, Monaco, Spartak Moscow
Pot 2: Barcelona, Atletico, Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund, Sevilla, Man City, FC Porto, Man United
Pot 3: Napoli, Tottenham, FC Basel, Olympiakos, Anderlecht, Liverpool, Roma, Besiktas
Pot 4: Celtic, CSKA Moscow, Sporting CP, APOEL Nicosia, Feyenoord, NK Maribor, FK Qarabag, RB Leipzig
The first group games will be played on Sep. 12-13, 2017.
Note that each team in the same pot cannot play against each other.
Barcelona to sign Angel D'Maria
Barcelona are reportedly close to agreeing a €50 million deal to bring former Real Madrid and current PSG star, Angel Di Maria to the Camp Nou, Catalan newspaper Sport reports.
The Spanish giants have had a difficult time in landing their prime targets in the current transfer market and have so far failed to get a replacement for Neymar who switched to Paris Saint-Germain in a world record € 222 million fee.
Lionel Messi has just one year remaining on his current contract, and it is believed that the arrival of a friend and Argentine colleague, Di Maria could help convince him to finally put pen to paper on an extension.
Ronaldo scores a screamer
The Portugal captain is banned from competitive domestic action for another three games, but was able to get some game time in the club friendly.
Ronaldo cut into the area from the left, before curling a spectacular effort into the top corner, in a 2-1 win over Fiorentina on Wednesday.
“That’s what this man is capable of, we’re happy to have him here,” Zidane told Real Madrid TV after the game.
“We put in a disciplined display and made a good start. I’m happy because the fans came out in their numbers and that was very important for us.
“We achieved what we wanted to, the trophy remains here and we all head home happy.”
Real Madrid manager, Zinedine Zidane, had earlier confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo will feature for 90 minutes, in their game against Fiorentina on Wednesday.
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Messi Considering Barca Exit
MANCHESTER CITY have met with Lionel Messi’s camp to discuss a potential world-record transfer, according to reports.
And the Barcelona superstar is “seriously considering” an exit from the club. The Argentina international was said to have signed a five-year deal back in July, when Neymar was still at the club.
But club vice president Jordi Mestre claimed that, though a new contract had been verbally agreed, Messi was yet to ink his signature.
This has led to talk that Manchester City could be about to chance their arm and bring him to the Premier League. The Premier League giants are said to have met with Messi’s representatives in a Barcelona restaurant last week to try and broker a deal.
Also Spanish outlet Diario Gol claim Real Madrid players think Messi is unhappy in Catalonia. They noticed him grimacing in the Betis victory and not celebrating Barcelona goals with much vigour. As a result, Madrid players put that down to his frustrations with Barcelona’s transfer business. The Catalan giants have failed to replace Neymar, who left for Paris Saint-Germain earlier this month.
BARCA WIN A MORALE BOOST FOR THE SEASON
The Catalans after loosing the super cup to rivals Real Madrid started the La'liga season on a good note with a 2:0 win against Real Betis.
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The former started the season with a new jersey that has no player name.
Liverpool Rejects Barcelona Third offer for Coutinho
Liverpool have rejected a third bid from Barcelona for Philippe Coutinho. The bid was believed to be around of £114m for the Brazilian.
Liverpool's rejection of Barcelona's third offer for Coutinho is further hard evidence of the determination within the club that they will not be forced into selling their prize asset under any circumstances.
Liverpool Manager Klopp, remain unmoved by the Catalans increased financial enticement as well as a transfer request from a player who has clearly had his head turned.
Liverpool regard this latest bid, understood to be about £114m, as irrelevant because their stance, as it has been from day one, is that Coutinho will not be sold.
But questions remain. Will Barcelona take the hint and walk away? Will Coutinho, sidelined by a back injury, accept his dream move will not come to fruition and eventually return to the fold? Will his unhappiness increase at the prospect of a switch to the Nou Camp slipping away?
For all the noises coming out of Barcelona that a move is "close", it remains as far away as the day they made their first approach. Liverpool's mood has not changed.
Madrid wins Super cup
Real Madrid hosted Barcelona for the second-leg of the Spanish Super cup after beating them 3-1 at the Camp Nou. Los Blancos did not take their feet off the pedal as they came out with a very convincing 2-0 win at the Santiago Bernabeu to claim the trophy in front of their own fans.
Marco Asensio and Karim Benzema scored fine goals to win the Super cup.
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UEFA BEST THREE
Gianluigi Buffon Italian International goal keeper, Messi and CR7 have been shortlisted for the UEFA Men's Player of the Year award.
Ronaldo won the award last year and it has twice been given to Barcelona forward Messi.
Andres Iniesta (2012) and Franck Ribery later are the only other players to have lifted the trophy.
The prize recognises the best players, regardless of nationality, playing for clubs in UEFA territories and is judged on their performances in domestic, continental and international competition.
The final shortlist of 3 players were selected by a jury of 80 coaches of the clubs which participated in the group stage of the 2016-17 Champions League and Europa League, along with 55 journalists selected by the European Sports Media group. Coaches were not allowed to vote for players from their own teams.
Other players that made up the top 10 list are:
4: Luka Modric (Croatia, Real Madrid)
5: Toni Kroos (Germany, Real Madrid)
6: Paulo Dybala (Argentina, Juventus)
7: Sergio Ramos (Spain, Real Madrid)
8: Kylian Mbappe (France, Monaco)
9: Robert Lewandowski (Poland, Bayern Munich)
10: Zlatan Ibrahimovic (Sweden, Manchester United)
COSTA IN LEGAL MATTERS WITH CHELSEA FC
Chelsea striker, Costa has been in legal lugger-heads with club for pending his transfer exit from the club.
The striker claimed he was informed by coach Antonio Conte via text message in June that he was not a part of the club's plans anymore. However, Conte claims that Costa and his agent Jorge Mendes were told in January that the forward would be sold in the summer.
The striker, who wants a transfer back to Atletico Madrid, has instructed his lawyer Ricardo Cardoso to get involved.
Chelsea want £50m for Costa transfer but Atletico, who are banned by FIFA from registering any new players until January, have offered only £26m so far. AC Milan did hold talks with Mendes earlier this month over a transfer, but made it clear they were only interested in a permanent deal, rather than a short term loan.
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UEFA BEST THREE
Gianluigi Buffon Italian International goal keeper, Messi and CR7 have been shortlisted for the UEFA Men's Player of the Year award.
Ronaldo won the award last year and it has twice been given to Barcelona forward Messi.
Andres Iniesta (2012) and Franck Ribery later are the only other players to have lifted the trophy.
The prize recognises the best players, regardless of nationality, playing for clubs in UEFA territories and is judged on their performances in domestic, continental and international competition.
The final shortlist of 3 players were selected by a jury of 80 coaches of the clubs which participated in the group stage of the 2016-17 Champions League and Europa League, along with 55 journalists selected by the European Sports Media group. Coaches were not allowed to vote for players from their own teams.
Other players that made up the top 10 list are:
4: Luka Modric (Croatia, Real Madrid)
5: Toni Kroos (Germany, Real Madrid)
6: Paulo Dybala (Argentina, Juventus)
7: Sergio Ramos (Spain, Real Madrid)
8: Kylian Mbappe (France, Monaco)
9: Robert Lewandowski (Poland, Bayern Munich)
10: Zlatan Ibrahimovic (Sweden, Manchester United)
COSTA IN LEGAL MATTERS WITH CHELSEA FC
EPL Champions Lose First Game to Burnley
The Premier League champions concedes defeat after hosting Burnley at Stamford Bridge this afternoon.
Chelsea had two players sent off and lost 3-2 to Burnley.
Captain Gary Cahill was shown a straight red card for a studs-first lunge in the 13th minute, before the champions conceded three goals in a 20-minute period before halftime.
Striker Sam Vokes scored two of them by converting crosses out wide, Stephen Ward sent in the third.
The introduction Alvaro Morata reduced the deficit on his first league start since a club-record move from Real Madrid for 58 million pounds ($75 million) in the 69th, as Chelsea improved after halftime.
Likeliness of a comeback vanished when Cesc Fabregas was shown a red in the 81st after receiving his second booking for a lunge on Burnley winger.
In the 88th minute, David Luiz volleyed home a second goal for Chelsea. At this point pressure mounted on the visitors as they struggled to hold and control the game.
With Eden Hazard, Tiemoue Bakayoko and Pedro Rodriguez injured and Victor Moses suspended, Chelsea had a bad EPL start.
Gunners Clinch first EPL Victory
The gunners have won their first game of the EPL 2017/2018 season. The first game of the season was between Arsenal F.C and the Leicester City and both teams were determined to make a good start.
The goals started pouring in as early as the (2'), New signing- Alexandre Lacazette drew the first blood for the gunners. Shinji Okazaki nodding in the equalizer just two minutes later.
Vardy slid the visitors ahead from Marc Albrighton's cross, only for Danny Welbeck to stroke level on half-time.
Leicester took the lead again when Vardy headed in Riyad Mahrez's corner before Arsene Wenger made an inspired double substitution which sparked Arsenal's comeback.
The Gunners boss introduced Aaron Ramsey and Giroud after (67') minutes - within 20 minutes both players had scored as Arsenal turned defeat into victory.
Ramsey smashed in an angled drive - from a corner which was won after Mesut Ozil handled in the build-up - before Giroud showed athleticism and strength to meet Granit Xhaka's corner to head in a dramatic late winner.
4-3 final score in favour of the gunners.
Barcelona Finally reached an agreement on Coutinho deal
Barcelona have reached an agreement with Liverpool to sign Philippe Coutinho, according to ESPN Deportes.
The report claims Coutinho is set to join the Catalan club for an initial fee of €90m (£81.6m) after the midfielder put pressure on Liverpool to let him leave.
Initial offers from the Catalan club were rejected by Liverpool in order to frustrate the Catalans to backing off wanting the Brazilian playmaker.
Barcelona have been looking for a new star after losing Neymar to Paris Saint-Germain in a world-record deal. Offers were made for several players ranging from BVBs' Ousman Dembele, Coutinho, recently we hear offers were made for Totenhams' Ericson aand a few others.
Barcelona say deal for Liverpool's Coutinho should happen this week
Barcelona, loaded with cash following the world-record sale of Neymar to Paris Saint-Germain, have been linked with Philippe Coutinho for weeks -- and now comes news from Sky Sports stating that the Brazilian wants to join the Catalan club.
However, Liverpool are adamant that the midfielder is not for sale after signing a new five-year deal in January.
And while Coutinho would like to move to Barcelona, the report states that he will only move if a deal can be agreed amicably with Liverpool, and that he won't push for his exit from Anfield.
Barcelona officials are already in England and are confident of reaching an agreement with Liverpool for Coutinho.
REAL MADRID WINS UEFA CUP TROPHY 
Real Madrid have won their sixth trophy under the guidance of Zinedine Zidane and it was at the hands of Manchester United this time as the team were able to dominate a lot of parts during the match and come out with the win on a hot night in Skopje, Macedonia.
The man-of-the-match award was given to Isco as he demonstrated midfield mastery during the game causing much problems for the Reds Devils.
This is a superb start of the season for the Los Muruenges. Manchester United will play home against West Ham United on Sunday 13th August, while Real Madrid will feature in a away game against Depotivo La'coruna on Sunday 20th August, as this will be the first games for both teams to start the 2017/2018 EPL and La liga seasons
MANCHESTER UNITED SQUAD 2017/2018  | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | De Gea |  | Spain | 07/11/1990 | ||
| 40 | Joel Pereira |  | Portugal | 28/06/1996 | ||
| 20 | Sergio Romero |  | Argentina | 22/02/1987 | ||
| Defenders | ||||||
| 3 | Eric Bailly |  | Ivory Coast | 12/04/1994 | ||
| 17 | Daley Blind |  | Netherlands | 09/03/1990 | ||
| 36 | Matteo Darmian |  | Italy | 02/12/1989 | ||
| 24 | Timothy Fosu-Mensah | | Netherlands | 02/01/1998 | ||
| 4 | Phil Jones |  | England | 21/02/1992 | ||
| 2 | Victor Lindelöf |  | Sweden | 17/07/1994 | ||
| 5 | Marcos Rojo | | Argentina | 20/03/1990 | ||
| 23 | Luke Shaw | | England | 12/07/1995 | ||
| 12 | Chris Smalling | | England | 22/11/1989 | ||
| 25 | Antonio Valencia |  | Ecuador | 04/08/1985 | ||
| Guillermo Varela |  | Uruguay | 24/03/1993 | |||
| Midfielders | ||||||
| 21 | Ander Herrera | | Spain | 14/08/1989 | ||
| 15 | Andreas Pereira |  | Brazil | 01/01/1996 | ||
| 16 | Michael Carrick | | England | 28/07/1981 | ||
| 27 | Marouane Fellaini |  | Belgium | 22/11/1987 | ||
| 14 | Jesse Lingard | | England | 15/12/1992 | ||
| 8 | Mata | | Spain | 28/04/1988 | ||
| 31 | Nemanja Matić |  | Serbia | 01/08/1988 | ||
| 22 | Henrikh Mkhitaryan |  | Armenia | 21/01/1989 | ||
| 6 | Paul Pogba |  | France | 15/03/1993 | ||
| 38 | Axel Tuanzebe | | England | 14/11/1997 | ||
| 18 | Ashley Young | | England | 09/07/1985 | ||
| Forward | ||||||
| 9 | Romelu Lukaku | | Belgium | 13/05/1993 | ||
| 11 | Anthony Martial | | France | 05/12/1995 | ||
| 19 | Marcus Rashford | | England | 31/10/1997 | ||
ARSENAL SQUAD
| Number | Name | National | Age |
| Arsenal Goalkeepers | |||
| 33 | Petr Čech | Czech Republic | 20/05/1982 |
| 26 | Emiliano Martínez | Argentina | 2/9/92 |
| 54 | Matt Macey | England | 9/9/94 |
| 13 | David Ospina | Colombia | 31/08/1988 |
| Arsenal Defenders | |||
| 3 | Kieran Gibbs | England | 26/09/1989 |
| 24 | Héctor Bellerín | Spain | 19/03/1995 |
| 20 | Shkodran Mustafi | Germany | 17/04/1992 |
| 18 | Nacho Monreal | Spain | 26/02/1986 |
| 2 | Mathieu Debuchy | France | 28/07/1985 |
| 5 | Gabriel Paulista | Brazil | 26/11/1990 |
| 16 | Rob Holding | England | 20/09/1995 |
| 25 | Carl Jenkinson | England | 8/2/92 |
| 6 | Laurent Koscielny | France | 10/9/85 |
| 4 | Per Mertesacker Sead Kolasinac | Germany | 29/09/1984 |
| Arsenal Midfielders | |||
| 34 | Francis Coquelin | France | 13/05/1991 |
| 41 | Joshua Da Silva | England | 23/10/1998 |
| 35 | Mohamed Elneny | Egypt | 11/7/92 |
| 55 | Ainsley Maitland-Niles | England | 29/08/1997 |
| 65 | Ben Sheaf | England | 5/2/98 |
| 29 | Granit Xhaka | Switzerland | 27/09/1992 |
| 35 | Gedion Zelalem | USA | 26/01/1997 |
| 36 | Krystian Bielik | Poland | 4/1/98 |
| 11 | Mesut Özil | Germany | 15/10/1988 |
| 8 | Aaron Ramsey | Wales | 26/12/1990 |
| 31 | Jeff Reine-Adelaide | France | 17/01/1998 |
| 19 | Santi Cazorla | Spain | 13/12/1984 |
| Arsenal Forward | |||
| 32 | Chuba Akpom | England | 9/10/95 |
| 12 | Olivier Giroud | France | 30/09/1986 |
| 68 | Chris Willock | England | 31/01/1998 |
| 15 | Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain | England | 15/08/1993 |
| 7 | Alexis Sánchez | Chile | 19/12/1988 |
| 22 | Yaya Sanogo | France | 27/01/1993 |
| 45 | Alex Iwobi | Nigeria | 3/5/96 |
| 9 | Lucas Pérez | Spain | 10/9/88 |
| 57 | Stephy Mavididi | England | 31/05/1998 |
| 14 | Theo Walcott | England | 16/03/1989 |
| 23 | Danny Welbeck | England | 26/11/1990 |
| Alexandre Lacazette | France | |
CHELSEA SQUAD
After the close of the transfer window. The list below is the possible squad list to embark on the 2017/2018 EPL season.
| No. | Name | Position | Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Willy Caballero | Goalkeeper | 35 |
| 2 | Antonio Rudiger | Defender | 24 |
| 3 | Marcos Alonso | Defender | 26 |
| 4 | Cesc Fabregas | Midfielder | 30 |
| 7 | N'Golo Kante | Midfielder | 26 |
| 9 | Alvaro Morata | Forward | 24 |
| 10 | Eden Hazard | Midfielder | 26 |
| 11 | Pedro | Forward | 30 |
| 13 | Thibaut Courtois | Goalkeeper | 25 |
| 14 | Tiemoue Bakayoko | Defender | 22 |
| 15 | Victor Moses | Midfielder | 26 |
| 16 | Kenedy | Midfielder | 21 |
| 17 | Charly Musonda | Midfielder | 20 |
| 19 | Diego Costa | Forward | 28 |
| 21 | Nemanja Matic | Midfielder | 28 |
| 22 | Willian | Midfielder | 28 |
| 23 | Michy Batshuayi | Forward | 23 |
| 24 | Gary Cahill (C) | Defender | 31 |
| 27 | Andreas Christensen | Defender | 21 |
| 28 | Cesar Azpilicueta | Defender | 27 |
| 30 | David Luiz | Defender | 30 |
| 37 | Eduardo | Goalkeeper | 34 |
| N/A | Loic Remy | Forward | 30 |
| N/A | Fikayo Tomori | Defender | 19 |
| N/A | Jake Clarke-Salter | Defender | 19 |
| N/A | Lewis Baker | Midfielder | 22 |
| N/A | Kyle Scott | Midfielder | 19 |
| N/A | Jeremie Boga | Midfielder | 20 |
| N/A | Mario Pasalic | Midfielder | 22 |
REAL MADRID RELEASES NEW SQUAD LIST AGAINST NEW SEASON
Real Madrid’s first squad list of the year has come out as they are in Skopje preparing to win their first trophy this season: The UEFA Super Cup against Manchester United.
Goalkeepers:
Keylor Navas
Kiko Casilla
Luca Zidane
Defenders:
Daniel Carvajal
Jesus Vallejo
Sergio Ramos
Raphael Varane
Nacho
Marcelo
Theo Hernandez
Achraf Hakimi
Midfielders:
Toni Kroos
Luka Modric
Carlos Casemiro
Marcos Llorente
Marco Asensio
Isco
Mateo Kovacic
Dani Ceballos
Forwards:
Cristiano Ronaldo
Karim Benzema
Gareth Bale
Lucas Vazquez
Borja Mayoral
GUNNERS WIN COMMUNITY SHIELD
On Sunday, 6th of August, 2017. The match between arch rivals Arsenal and Chelsea was seen to have ended in draw with a goal a piece. Both goals came in the second half of the game.
Nigerian striker Victor Moses scored the opening at 46th minute to take the lead for Chelsea, while the equalizer came in the 82nd minute from a header from Sead Kolasinac.
FA Cup winners, Arsenal beat Premier League champions, Chelsea to win the 2017 Community Shield on penalties after Thibaut Courtois and Alvaro Morata missed spot-kicks in a shootout at Wembley Stadium.
Chelsea goalkeeper Courtois took the second kick of the shootout, seeking to equalise but he blasted over before Morata fired wide. That gave Arsenal the initiative and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain scored before Olivier Giroud netted the decisive penalty.
With the victory, Arsenal celebrated and Chelsea looked on, just as they had done in May when the Gunners beat them in the FA Cup final.
GATLIN EMERGES FASTEST MAN AFTER BEATING BOLT
The fastest human ever, 8-time Olympic gold medalist, and 11-time world champion Usain Bolt has lost a race to long time rival Justin Gatlin.
Bolt announced that the 16th IAAF World Championship in London would be his final competition. Usain Bolt will retire next week after the 4×100 meters relay finals.
Bolt finished third in 9.95 seconds, maintaining his best time for 2017, behind America’s Gatlin who finished in 9.92 seconds, and Christian Coleman clocked 9.94 seconds.
Gatlin, who has been banned twice for doping, was booed before the race, and after he won. He is winning what is his second world championship 12 years.
Kelechi Iheanacho
Nigerian striker undergoes Leicester City medicals
Nigerian striker undergoes Leicester City medicals
According to several reports, Leicester City have finally agreed to include a back-back clause for Manchester City.
Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho has undergone medicals at Leicester City ahead of a move.
Iheanacho has since agreed personal terms with Leicester City but a dispute with his former agent and disagreements over a buy-back clause have delayed the move.
According to several reports, Leicester City have finally agreed to include a back-back clause for Manchester City.
Iheanacho on Tuesday, August 1 had his medicals at Belvoir Drive ahead of his move to Leicester City which will be completed in the next 24 hours.
The 20-year-old leaves Manchester City after four and half years with the club.
He joined as an academy player in January 2014 and was promoted to the first team in August 2015.
He started last season brightly under Pep Guardiola but later lost his place in the team following the signing of Gabriel Jesus.
He scored seven goals last season.
Nemanja Matic
Midfielder's first training session with Manchester United [Photos]
Midfielder's first training session with Manchester United [Photos]
The midfielder could be in the Manchester United's team to face Sampdoria despite being short of match fitness.
Just a day after completing his move to Manchester United, Nemanja Matic joined in his first training session.
On Tuesday, August 1 which was his 29th birthday, Matic took part in the training session as Jose Mourinho prepared his side for their final pre-season friendly.
The midfielder who signed a three-year contract with Manchester United could be in the team to face Sampdoriadespite being short of match fitness.
Matic trained alone all summer as he was left out of Chelsea’s pre-season tour of China and Singapore.
He is Manchester United’s third arrival of the summer following the signings of Romelu Lukaku from Everton and Victor Lindelof from Benfica. The Serbian midfielder will be hoping to be match fit for Manchester United's UEFA Super Cup clash against Real Madrid on Tuesday, August 8.
Neymar
Barcelona block player's multi-million bonus
Barcelona block player's multi-million bonus
The Brazilian football star, who is due to come back for training on Wednesday morning, is at the center of an apparent tug of war...
Barcelona have blocked payment of a 26-million-euro ($31-million) bonus for star attacker Neymar as speculation mounts that he will move to Paris Saint-Germain, a source at the club said Tuesday.
The Brazilian football star, who is due to come back for training on Wednesday morning, is at the centre of an apparent tug of war between the two European giants in what would be the most expensive transfer fee in football history.
Speculation is mounting that the 25-year-old could quit Barcelona for PSG for a world-record 222 million euros.
"These 26 million euros have been placed with a notary pending to see if the player continues," the source, who refused to be named, told AFP.
The renewal bonus was agreed on a year ago when Neymar extended his contract with Barcelona until 2021, and was due to be paid to the player after he completed a year.
But the club has decided to put it on hold pending to see how the situation evolves.
The contract Neymar signed also increased an early termination clause from 200 to 222 million euros, which PSG is reportedly willing to pay.
Neymar's future is the talk of Spanish football, and particularly Barcelona supporters.
After a successful pre-season tour in the United States that saw Barcelona win against Juventus, Manchester United and Real Madrid, the footballer flew to China for a promotion trip.
But he studiously avoided commenting on the situation.
On Wednesday, Barcelona players resume training after their summer break, with a double session in the morning and in the afternoon.
Neymar has been called to the training, the club source said, although Spanish sports media doubt he will show up.
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