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Bakambu scores as Qingdao Huanghai hold Beijing Guoan

The DR Congo forward was among the goal scorers as the Imperial Guards surrendered a three-goal lead to settle for a point against the hosts

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Massive future ahead for Upamecano – Lineker & Figo

The young full-back turned in an inspiring display against Atletico Madrid, to the pleasure of the England and Portugal legends

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Labyad scores first Ajax hat-trick vs Utrecht

The Morocco international got a first-half treble as the Sons of the Gods strolled past John van den Brom’s side on Thursday evening

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Southampton’s Hasenhuttl hails ‘important’ Salisu

The 21-year-old Ghanaian penned a four-year deal with the Premier League outfit from Real Valladolid to the delight of the Saints manager

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Mabiala’s Timbers are MLS is Back Tournament kings

The DR Congo international defender was among the goalscorers as the Timbers beat Giovanni Savarese’s men to the one-off tournament

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Sevilla hero Bounou shifts focus to Man Utd game

After helping Los Nervionenses beat Wolverhampton Wanderers, the Morocco international is looking forward to the semis against the Red Devils

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Bounou makes history as Sevilla reach Europa League semis

The Moroccan goalkeeper saved Raul Jimenez's penalty as Los Nervionenses qualified for the competition’s semis at the expense of the English team

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Lukaku closing in on Eto’o’s Inter Milan record

The Belgian star found the net against the Bundesliga side, and is within touching distance of the African football great’s feat

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Moses’ Inter Milan reach Europa League semi-final

The former Nigeria international played a role in the Italians’ qualification for the competition’s last four at Merkur Spielarena in Dusseldorf

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United bench Ighalo against Copenhagen

The Nigerian striker has not been selected for a starter’s role as the Red Devils take on Stale Solbakken’s men at Old Trafford

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En-Nesyri scores as Sevilla dump Roma out of Europa League

The Morocco international was among the goal scorers as the Spanish topflight side silenced the Italians to reach the competition’s last eight

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Diaby's impressive Europa League stats

The winger of Malian descent scored Die Werkself’s only goal as Steven Gerrard’s team kissed the European competition goodbye

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Ighalo fails to eclipse 95-year United record

Despite featuring from start to finish against the Austrians, the Nigerian striker could not break the Red Devils’ record set in 1925

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Ighalo aiming to break 95-year-old Man Utd record

Having been named in the Red Devils’ starting line-up against Valerien Ismael’s men, the Nigerian will be hoping to eclipse a record set in 1925

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Onyekuru resumes training with Monaco

Having completed his loan move in Turkey, the winger is back in Stade Louis II to fight for his place in Niko Kovac’s squad ahead of the new season

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Arsenal's Pepe can still follow Salah example - Abiodun

The veteran Nigerian coach is unwilling to write off the Cote d’ivoire forward who has struggled to make the expected impact at Emirates Stadium

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Congo prospect Tanganga sets Spurs target

The Congolese prospect has hinted on what he craves to achieve with Spurs after signing a new deal with Jose Mourinho’s team

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Delight for African quartet after Aston Villa escape relegation

Thanks to Sunday’s away point at West Ham, the Claret and Blue Army retained their English top-flight status, to the euphoria of the Africans

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Ighalo & Man United deny Ndidi's Leicester

Following their defeat to the Red Devils in Sunday’s Premier League clash, the Foxes' Nigerians appear set to feature in next season’s Europa League

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Ndidi shares top tackler accolade with Wan-Bissaka

The Nigerian missed out on a Champions League place but ended the 2019-20 campaign at the top of the top tackler chart alongside the Red Devil

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Aubameyang next to Overmars in Arsenal's Premier League ranks

The 31-year-old’s opener against the Hornets was close to the feat achieved by the former Dutch international during his time with the Gunners

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Koulibaly shines as Napoli boost European chances vs Sassuolo

The Senegalese was rocksolid in the heart of his team's backline as Gennaro Gattuso’s men kept their first Serie A clean slate in eight games

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Fofana reveals inspiration behind Juventus win

The Old Lady went to Stadio Friuli with the ambition of sealing their ninth successive Serie A title, but the Little Zebra had other ideas

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Troost-Ekong: Udinese deserve to beat Juventus

The Little Zebras secured a comeback win over the Old Lady to boost their chances of escaping relegation, much to the delight of the Nigerian star

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Troost-Ekong’s Udinese steer clear of relegation woes

The Cote d’Ivoire international was the Little Zebras’ hero as they secured a comeback victory over Maurizio Sarri’s men

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El Badry: Egypt will not overburden Salah

The Pharaohs’ handler has lauded the Reds forward's qualities, underling the importance of performing as a collective

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Kizza: Playing under Henry a great motivation

The 20-year-old is relishing the prospect of continuing his professional career under the Arsenal and France legend

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Ayew goals shortlisted for Palace Goal of the Season

The Ghana international forward would be hoping to cap an impressive season with the Eagles by winning the best goal prize ahead of teammate Schlupp

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Iheanacho competes with Vardy for Leicester City award

The Nigerian striker is in line to grab his first individual accolade at the King Power Stadium since his move from Manchester City

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Elmohamady limps off against Arsenal

The Egypt international saw his night come to a premature end following a knock suffered against the Gunners at Villa Park

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Samatta & Trezeguet lead Villa against Arsenal

Dean Smith will be counting on the Tanzania and Egypt internationals to lead the Claret & Blue Army past the Gunners on Tuesday night

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Ayew extends goalless run as Palace bow to Wolves

The Ghana international has failed to score in seven successive English topflight games as the Eagles bowed to the Wanderers

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Saints' Adams next to Ayegbeni in Premier League ranks

The 24-year-old’s strike against the Cherries was close to the feat achieved by the former Nigeria international during his spell at Blackburn

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Chukwueze’s Villarreal seal Europa League place

The Yellow Submarine will feature in next season’s European club competition after thumping the Gunsmiths on Sunday

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Gervinho scores as Parma bow at home to Sampdoria

Despite the Cote d’Ivoire international scoring first, he could not inspire his team to secure maximum points against I Blucerchiati

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Pepe continues stunning Arsenal form in Man City win

The Cote d’Ivoire international has taken his game to another level this season after a sluggish start to life at the Emirates Stadium

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Aubameyang joins trio in Arsenal’s revered Wembley ranks

Thanks to his strikes against Manchester City, the Gabonese becomes the fourth Gunner to score twice in a competitive game at Wembley

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Aubameyang moves closer to Salah’s goal statistic

The Gabon international reached a landmark with his brace against Pep Guardiola’s men in Saturday’s FA Cup clash

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Akinola sets two records in win over Montreal Impact

The striker becomes the first player to net a Canadian classic treble, as well as the second Reds’ man to score at least twice in successive MLS ties

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Ighalo benched as Crystal Palace start Ayew and Zaha

The Nigerian has not been selected for a starter’s role as the Red Devils take on the Eagles at Selhurst Park on Thursday night

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Ajayi’s West Brom keep promotion bid on target

The Baggies are on course to qualify for the Premier League next season despite playing out a goalless draw against the Lily Whites on Tuesday

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Akinola scores brace as Toronto FC hold DC United

The Reds could not get past Ben Olsen’s men despite racing into a two-goal lead courtesy of the Nigerian prospect

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Done Deal: Okoye joins Rotterdam from Fortuna Dusseldorf

The 20-year-old goalkeeper has teamed up with the Castle Lords from the Merkur Spiel-Arena outfit on Monday

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Jimenez moves closer to Yaya Toure’s penalty record

The Mexico international scored his sixth successive penalty as the Old Gold triumphed over Carlo Ancelotti’s Toffees on Sunday afternoon

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Trezeguet achieves Aston Villa first with Palace brace

The Egypt international found the net twice as Dean Smith’s men subdued Roy Hodgson’s Eagles at Villa Park

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Zaha calls out racist abuse ahead of Villa game

The Cote d’Ivoire international was subjected to terrible racist abuse on social media as the Eagles prepare to face Dean Smith’s men on Sunday

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Mahrez achieves personal best with Brighton assist

The Algeria international recorded his highest assists tally in the competition for a season since moving to England from Le Havre

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Mensah describes new 'Disney bubble' MLS

Having been put on hold since March due to the coronavirus pandemic, Major League Soccer returned with a new competition in Orlando

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Aubameyang, second Arsenal player to reach milestone

The Gabon international found the net against Brendan Rodgers’ men on Tuesday, reaching a landmark achieved by Gunners' legend Thierry Henry

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Nketiah sets unwanted Arsenal record against Leicester

The Anglo-Ghanaian becomes the first second-youngest Gunner to be given his marching orders in an English top-flight encounter

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Zaha sets personal PL record with Chelsea screamer

The Cote d’Ivoire international scored a beauty against Frank Lampard’s men to score his first English top-flight goal since December 2019

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En-Nesyri’s Sevilla boost Champions League push

An impressive performance from Julen Lopetegui's men saw them secure all points at stake against the Gunsmiths on Monday night

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Fofana ends seven-month goal drought vs Genoa

The Cote d’Ivoire international midfielder scored his second Serie A goal of the season in the Little Zebras’ draw with Davide Nicola’s side

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Salah joins Shearer & Cantona in PL hallowed ranks

The Egyptian joins the two legends in the English top flight’s respected ranks following his assist against Dean Smith’s men

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Iheanacho: Stats underline Leicester star’s form

The Nigeria international forward proved he has returned to scoring ways following his goal against Crystal Palace on Saturday

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Resurgent Iheanacho maintains Leicester momentum

The Super Eagles forward scored in his second consecutive game as the Foxes continued their push for a Champions League place next season

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Man United’s Ighalo gets sub role vs Bournemouth

The ex-Nigeria international will start from the bench as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s Red Devils take on the Cherries on Saturday afternoon

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Salah: Beating Leicester gave us the belief

The Reds’ star says their victory over the Foxes in October was crucial in their race to be crowned English champions

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Salah wants Golden Boot over league record points total

Having helped the Reds end a 30-year wait for the Premier League diadem, the Egyptian has voiced his desire to win the individual prize

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Mousset earns EPL super sub tag against Spurs

The Senegal prospect made an instant impact for the Blades as they strolled past Jose Mourinho’s Spurs on Thursday evening

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Auba’s impressive scoring record against relegation teams

The Gunners’ skipper found the net twice against the Canaries to improve on his remarkable run against clubs lower down the table

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Iheanacho closing in on Giroud’s Premier League mark

The Nigerian forward scored his first league goal of 2020 against the Toffees, and is within touching distance of the Frenchman’s feat

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EXCL: 'I hate to see others suffer' - Kanu

Owerri is the Nigeria legend’s first port of call as he continues his mission to assist his compatriots amid the coronavirus pandemic

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Boga nets first career brace against Hellas Verona

The Cote d’Ivoire midfielder was on target twice as the Black and Greens rallied to a point at home against Ivan Juric’s men on Sunday

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Moses inspires Inter past Gervinho’s Parma

Thanks to the Nigerian’s assist, the Black and Blues bounced back from a goal deficit to silence the Crusaders on Sunday evening

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Solskjaer: Ighalo is a proven goalscorer

Impressed with his display against the Canaries, the Red Devils boss has praised the Nigerian forward's impact behind the scenes

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Ighalo extends imposing Manchester United goal record

With his goal against the Canaries, the 31-year-old improves on his notable Red Devils scoring feat

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Arsenal boss Arteta hails Nketiah’s maturity

The Spaniard is delighted with the youngster’s development since he took over from Freddie Ljungberg as Gunners boss

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Salah: All the players were unbelievable

The Egyptian forward reflected on the Reds winning their English top-flight encounter against the Eagles on Wednesday

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Salah extends remarkable Liverpool record vs Palace

Having found the net against the Eagles on Wednesday, no player has scored more goals at home than the Egypt international this season

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El Mohamady ends five-year scoring wait vs Newcastle

The Egypt international’s effort for the Claret and Blue Army against the Magpies marked his first strike in the competition since 2015

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Mousset limps off for Sheffield against Manchester United

The Senegal prospect saw his night come to a premature end following a knock suffered against the Red Devils at Old Trafford

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En-Nesyri’s Sevilla strengthen grip on Champions League spot

Los Nervionenses came from behind twice to earn a point against Samuel Chukwueze’s Yellow Submarine on Monday night

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Mahrez attests consistency with Burnley brace

The Algeria international accentuated his reliability in the last five seasons after his double in the Citizens’ whitewash of the Clarets

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Balogun’s Wigan steer clear of relegation woes

The Super Eagles defender's Latics eased their relegation worries thanks to an impressive victory against the Terriers on Saturday

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West Ham’s Jinadu reveals Fabianski inspiration

The Nigeria youth international says he has learnt a lot from the Polish star, while mentioning goalkeepers he aspires to have their versatility

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EXCL: I dream of playing for Chelsea - Moses Simon

Despite being happy at Ligue 1 outfit Nantes, the Nigeria international winger dreams of representing the Stamford Bridge giants in future

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Simon: Language barrier cost me at Levante

The Nigeria international discloses that he could not justify his move to the Frogs from KAA Gent over linguistic matters

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Watford’s Success ruled out of Leicester City clash

The 24-year-old Nigerian forward, whose season has been plagued with injuries, will not be available for the Hornets’ tie with the Foxes on Saturday

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Nantes' Simon lauds decision to end Ligue 1 early

The French elite division was ended amid the coronavirus pandemic, and the Nigeria international feels that the decision was reasonable

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Luiz equals Sonko’s unwanted Premier League record

The Brazilian has written his name in the wrong side of English top-flight’s history book as the Gunners were silenced at the Etihad Stadium

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Mandi & Feddal shine in Betis draw with Granada

The Algeria and Morocco internationals put in a fine shift as the Green and Whites picked up a point at home against the visiting Nasrids on Monday

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‘More than hashtags and slogans’ – Kanoute wants more against racism

The former Mali and Sevilla striker wants an all-inclusive approach in the battle against the ‘lesser evil’

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En-Nesyri claims derby bragging rights over Feddal

It was battle of two Moroccans in Thursday’s Spanish topflight derby with the striker having the last laugh with Los Nervionenses

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Nigeria's Jinadu signs for West Ham

The Nigeria youth international will continue with his development in Stratford having being handed his maiden pro deal by the English top-flight side

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EXCL: How Keshi is a symbol of Nigerian football – Yobo

The ex-Everton star reveals what made the late African football icon so special plus how his impact resonated strongly on his football career

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Upamecano sees red as Paderborn dent Leipzig’s title hopes

The defender of Bissau-Guinean descent was given his marching orders as the Red Bulls’ title hopes suffered a massive setback on Saturday

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Gomaa justifies Man City and PSG's Bennacer interest

The Egyptian football great is not surprised that the AC Milan midfielder is on the Parisians and Citizens’ transfer radar

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Bekoe: Salah picked me as role model

The former Black Stars forward claimed the Reds superstar looked up to him during his time at Egyptian side Petrojet

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Ex-Madrid star Adepoju rates African football

The ex-Nigeria midfielder claims the beautiful game is witnessing a meteoric rise from the Africa Cup of Nations point of view

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Done Deal: Toko Ekambi joins Lyon permanently

Having impressed at the Groupama Stadium, the Cameroon international has been handed a four-year contract by the French elite division outfit

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‘He is an excellent player’ - Sow in awe of Osimhen

The former Senegal international has showered praise on the Nigeria international for his contributions since joining the Great Danes from Belgium

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Antwi-Adjei’s Paderborn routed by Dortmund

It was a tale of different fortunes for the African trio who featured in Sunday’s seven-goal thriller at the Benteler-Arena

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Salzburg’s Onguene revels in Austrian Cup triumph

Die Mozartstadter successfully defended their title after demolishing Austria Lustenau on Friday, much to the excitement of the Cameroon international

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Egypt’s Marmoush makes Bundesliga debut

The 21-year-old forward came off the bench to play his maiden German topflight game for the Wolves against Peter Bosz’s men on Tuesday night

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Ndidi: Rodgers has made me a better footballer

The 23-year-old midfielder claimed the Northern Irish man has made him a better player since his move to the King Power Stadium giants

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Ndidi: Leicester move was scary for me

The Nigeria international said he embraced the prospect of joining the Foxes from Genk notwithstanding the looming fright that awaits him in England

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Ndidi: They called me a small boy

The Leicester City midfielder has narrated his testing journey before making John Obuh’s squad for the 2013 U20 Fifa World Cup in Turkey

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Ndidi: There were no fruits that I didn’t sell

The Nigeria international did not give up on his dream despite his hard upbringing and father’s strong opposition to his football career

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Salah leads African quartet as Liverpool resume training

As the English top-flight looks set to resume in June, the African quartet took part in Tuesday’s training session with Jurgen Klopp’s men

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Goalscorer Awoniyi: I've always believed

After nine months of wait, the Nigeria youth international got his first goal for Die Nullfunfer, and it came in their away draw against Cologne

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Lampard highlights Drogba impact in Chelsea’s UCL triumph

It is eight years since the Blues ruled Europe and Lampard has acknowledged the Ivorian’s influence in the victory over Bayern Munich

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Zaha & Ayew lead African quartet as Palace resume training

The Cote d’Ivoire and Ghana internationals were part of the Eagles squad which trained on Tuesday for the first time in eight weeks

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Mbokani wins Belgian First Division Golden Boot

In the wake of Belgium top-flight cancellation, the 34-year-old Congolese forward has been awarded the top scorer's prize

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EXCL: Amuneke hails Messi and Benzema's impact

The African football great feels the Barcelona and Real Madrid stars have been the most impressive players in the Spanish top-flight this term

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Egypt’s Trezeguet thankful for fan support

The Egypt international has expressed his gladness with the affection shown towards him since joining the Premier League outfit from Kasimpasa

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Moses and Asamoah step up training with Inter Milan

The Africans took part in Antonio Conte’s side's training session on Monday as the Italian top-flight look to resume in June

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Awoniyi revels in scoring maiden Mainz goal

The Nigerian forward got his first goal for Die Nullfunfer as they secured an away draw against Cologne, much to his delight

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Awoniyi ends wait for first Mainz goal vs Cologne

The 22-year-old Nigerian has ended his wait for a Bundesliga goal in Die Nullfunfer’s away draw against the Billy Goats

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Bensebaini impresses with goal and assist for M'gladbach

The Algeria international put up an awe-inspiring display as the Prussians secured an away victory at the Commerzbank Arena on Saturday

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Osei-Tutu & M'boussy score in VFL Bochum win

The Anglo-Ghanaian and Congo international found the net as Die Unabsteigbaren hit Frank Schmidt’s men for three on Saturday evening

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Lookman’s Leipzig stutter in Bundesliga title race

The Anglo-Nigerian was a second-half substitute as Die Roten Bullen shared points at home against visiting Christian Streich’s men on Saturday

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Sierra Leone to conclude Premier League

The West African nation has given conditions for the return of their Premier League after agreeing that it will be completed

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Waris: Ligue 1 season ended too early

The French top-flight was cancelled owing to the spread of the virus; nevertheless, the Ghana international claimed the decision was taken early

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Reims extend midfielder Cassama’s contract

Having impressed in his debut season, the Red and Whites midfielder will remain at the Stade Auguste-Delaune until 2024

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Abraham settles Nigeria vs Ghana Jollof rice debate

While sharing his experience in isolation, the Anglo-Nigerian who plays for the Blues shared his thoughts on a debate involving Nigeria and Ghana

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Asante proud of Phoenix Rising’s 2019 season

The 30-year-old Ghanaian recounts Rick Schantz's men's performance in the USL Championship last term

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VIDEO: Odubajo shares all-inclusive exercise routine

The Anglo-Nigerian is doing all it takes to stay fit in the absence of football owing to the coronavirus pandemic

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Oliseh & Yeboah lead Yekini tributes

The ex-Super Eagles and Ghana stars went on social media to mark the anniversary of the death of the 1993 African Player of the Year

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Adepoju: Yekini was created to score goals

The Super Eagles football icon posted a touching tribute to mark the anniversary of the late African football great

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Moses’ Inter set for return to training ground

The ex-Nigeria international and his Black and Blues team are poised to return to training after the Italian government eased lockdown restrictions

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Algeria Football Federation to pay Alcaraz €1.5m

The world football governing body has ordered the north African country to pay the Spaniard for unjust dismissal in 2017

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Aubameyang names Brazil great as favourite player

The Arsenal and Gabon forward has named two-time Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo as his favourite player of all time

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Covid-19: When will Iwobi’s Everton resume training?

Despite the pandemic, Premier League teams are keen on completing the 2019-20 season, which is a boost for the Toffees’ European ambitions

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Boboye: Accident cost me 1996 Olympic gold medal

Former Nigeria international and Akwa United coach lamented his inability to be a part of Jo Bonfrere’s triumphant Dream Team in America

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Boateng: How football will be different after coronavirus

The Fiorentina loanee has acknowledged that the beautiful game will witness changes when the sport finally returns after the Covid-19 pandemic

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KP Boateng names his best managers

The former Tottenham Hotspur and Barcelona forward has identified the best tacticians he has ever played under apart from the Liverpool boss

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Why many African greats never played in the UCL

Former Real Madrid midfielder Mutiu Adepoju discloses reasons why many African football legends never graced Europe’s elite club competition

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Drogba stutters in Ivorian football presidential election race

The 42-year-old’s bid to lead his country’s football body suffered a massive setback as his former colleagues surprisingly voted against him

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Osimhen details his life in lockdown

The Nigeria international describes what isolation is like while expressing his desire to return to action again for Lille as soon as possible

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Watch: Liverpool relive Salah & Mane's Huddersfield feat

The Reds reminisced on how the Egypt and Senegal internationals found the net twice as Jurgen Klopp’s men hit the Terriers for five

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VIDEO: Ayegbeni shows off his basketball skills

Not satisfied with being one of Africa’s greatest strikers, the former Everton star showed he is also pretty handy at basketball

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Onazi vows to kick on under ‘senior man’ Yobo

The Denizlispor midfielder is looking forward to a new era in the Super Eagles with ex-international teammate as Gernot Rohr’s assistant

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Vardy and Schmeichel didn't let me play - Ndidi

After bowing to Diogo Jota on Thursday, the midfielder joked his Leicester City teammates were the reason he lost

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Chelsea celebrate Mikel’s birthday with historic video

The Premier League giants took a look back at the midfielder’s first goal for the Blues to commemorate his birthday

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EXCL: Ayegbeni - No regrets not winning titles in England

The former Nigeria international striker feels accomplished as a footballer despite his inability to win any silverware during his time in England

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EXCL: Moyes believed only I could stop Henry – Yobo

The former Everton and Nigeria defender pays tribute to the Frenchman who gave him the most trouble during his time in the Premier League

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Balogun against cancellation of English football season

The Nigeria and Latics defender has expressed his desire to ensure the 2019-20 English football campaign is concluded

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Eto'o commences donation of relief materials

Douala is the Barcelona legend’s first port of call as he begins his mission to assist his compatriots amid the Covid-19 pandemic

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Jaidi: Football returning in June too early

The Hartford Athletic manager has kicked against the return of football-related activities in June with the coronavirus pandemic still a major threat

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Caf inter-club competitions postponed indefinitely

With the virus still a major threat across Africa, the Champions League and Confederation Cup’s suspension will remain in place until further notice

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Zaha to represent Palace in ePremier League invitational

The Cote d’Ivoire international will fly the Eagles’ flag in the maiden edition of the ePremier League championship

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Ayegbeni rules out future in coaching

Despite enjoying an impressive playing career, the former Super Eagles forward reveals that he will never venture into coaching

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Amokachi: The situation is extremely tough

The former Nigeria and Everton star has disclosed why he is the vanguard of a giving drive amid the coronavirus lockdown in Nigeria

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Liverpool deserve title, says ex-Everton defender Yobo

The ex-Everton star claims it would be unfair not to crown the Reds as champions should the Covid-19 pandemic bring the season to an end

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EXCL: Liverpool deserve Premier League title - Yobo

The ex-Everton star claims it would be unfair not to crown the Reds as champions should the Covid-19 pandemic bring the season to an end

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How Udinese’s Troost-Ekong is keeping fit

The Italian top-flight might have been placed on hold, but the Super Eagle is working hard to stay in good shape

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EXCL: Osimhen can become one of the best – Ayegbeni

The former Nigeria striker is backing the youngster to take his game to even greater heights owing to his awe-inspiring form

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Amuneke delighted with Osimhen & Chukwueze's progress

The African football great is enchanted with the duo’s development since helping Nigeria win the 2015 U17 World Cup

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Ayegbeni slams ‘ignorant’ African racism row doctors

The former Super Eagles forward has broken his silence on the French doctors’ remarks regarding Covid-19 testing in Africa

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Iwobi needs time to settle at Everton – Yobo

The Nigerian is yet to make an impact on his new club, nevertheless, the Toffees legend has backed him to rediscover his best form at Goodison Park

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Ighalo reveals inspiration behind football career

The 30-year-old Manchester United forward claimed that his mother is a driving force in his journey to football stardom

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Ighalo: How Yorke & Cole helped Nigerian star

The ex-Nigeria international revealed he studied the movement of legendary strikers who featured for the Red Devils, to improve himself

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'True happiness' - Lauren remembers derby goal

The former Cameroon international reminisces on his first penalty goal for the Gunners against rivals Spurs in a classic English top-flight encounter

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Babangida: Osimhen must do more to break Yekini’s record

The Nigerian football great has told the Lille forward to up his game to stand a chance of shattering the iconic forward’s goal-scoring record

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EXCL: City’s use of Iheanacho questioned by Ugbade

The Nigerian football icon insists the gifted forward is not being played in his best position, which has led to questions of his form

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Wimbledon relive Akinfenwa’s impact vs Crawley Town

The Dons looked back at how the Anglo-Nigerian inspired them to a comeback victory against their hosts in a league game

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Watch Eto’o’s maiden La Liga strike vs Espanyol

The Spanish Football League body reminisced on how the Cameroonian football great scored his first elite division strike against the White and Blue

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Ghana winger Bernardinho joins Atletico from Westerloo

The Canadian Premier League side has announced the signing of the 23-year-old from the Belgian Second Division

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Moukoko: 'New Eto'o' cleared for Dortmund seniors

Thanks to the German Football League’s new rule, the wonderkid is eligible to feature for the Black and Yellows' senior squad

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Tau’s Club Brugge declared Belgian champions

The South Africa international has won his first league title in Europe after the Pro League was cancelled amid Covid-19 spread

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Ayew brothers pay heartfelt tribute to Pape Diouf

The Ghana internationals took to social media to write touching tributes to the former Olympique Marseille president

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Eto’o and Baffoe mourn Pape Diouf

The former Cameroon and Ghana internationals have expressed their anguish at the demise of the seasoned Senegalese football administrator

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Mbappe & Mane lead tributes for late Diouf

The Senegalese football administrator has passed away on Tuesday evening after battling with the coronavirus

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Schantz: I carry Drogba’s lesson with me every day

Manager of the USL Championship side has revealed the teachings from the African football great remain valuable

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Yobo is the coolest Spiderman - Jayden

The Super Eagles assistant coach took to social media to reveal how he spent time celebrating his son’s big day in a unique way

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Delort offers support to ex-Marseille president Diouf

The Senegalese is battling with the pandemic, and he has received support from the Algeria international and Montpellier striker

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Elmohamady: We need more Egyptians in England

The 32-year-old defender has revealed the best players he has ever played with at international level, leaving out two football icons

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Resort to our Ghanaian traditions - Gyan

The Ghana football legend has shared a video to show a traditional way of keeping the body system immune against the pandemic

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Eto’o shows off cooking skills in quarantine

The former Blaugrana striker has shown that he does not only have a talent on the field of play but also in the kitchen

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Agent: Ozil future undecided

The midfielder has not hidden his love for the Yellow Canaries and his agent could not rule out a potential move to the Turkish Super Lig giants

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Sogut: Ozil loves to help kids

The German’s agent has praised the Gunners star's lifestyle off the field, while hinting the midfielder is happy at the Emirates Stadium

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Nigeria international Ojo regains freedom

The midfielder has been released three days after he was abducted while returning home following the suspension of the NPFL

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Al Ahly's Sobhi reveals European ambition

Currently on loan from Huddersfield, the 23-year-old is hoping for action in Europe as he continues his rehabilitation from a long-term injury lay-off

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Afcon 2021 dates remain unchanged despite Covid-19

The continent’s football ruling body has disclosed that the tournament billed for Cameroon will go on as planned despite the spread of the pandemic

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Drogba: Powerful Gala characters will beat virus

The duo has contracted the pandemic and they have received support from the Cote d’Ivoire football legend who once starred for the Lions

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Eto’o pays moving tribute to music icon Dibango

The Blaugrana icon left a message on his Instagram page dedicated to Cameroon's music great, insisting he would miss his ‘laughter' and 'availability'

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Nigeria international Ojo kidnapped by gunmen

The player was abducted by gunslingers while returning home from team camp in the wake of Nigeria's top-flight suspension owing to Covid-19

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Serey Die rages after failed Stay at Home Challenge

The ex-Cote d’ivoire international showed his hostile side after his unsuccessful stay at home mission on Sunday

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Nigeria international striker Ifeanyi George dies

The Enugu Rangers assistant captain has been confirmed dead following his involvement in a car crash on Sunday morning

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Ighalo & Osimhen top nominees for Nigeria Pitch Awards

The Manchester United and Lille stars have been listed for the prestigious award thanks to their impressive outings in 2019

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Portsmouth's Mnoga tests positive for coronavirus

The Anglo-Tanzanian teenager becomes the fourth Pompey player to have contracted the virus and has been in self-isolation

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Eto’o's emotional video message to Ronaldinho in jail

The African football great has posted a heartfelt tribute on social media to mark the 40th birthday of the Brazilian who remains behind bars

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Ndidi identifies his 'real heroes'

With football activities placed on hold owing to Covid-19 outbreak, the Nigeria international has acknowledged his 'real heroes' on social media

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Aghahowa turns to scripture amid Covid-19 outbreak

The ex-Wigan man shared a comforting message via social media as the pandemic continue to spread across the globe

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Ex-Ajax star George reveals Covid-19 test

The African football great has disclosed that he’s not been struck down by the much-talked-about virus

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'Little Ronaldo' Olawale's words of wisdom

The Nigeria youth international who is on the verge of joining the Great Danes shared a message via his social media to calm nerves

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Monaco’s Balde bonds with family

The Senegal international has at least found more time at home following Ligue 1's suspension owing to the coronavirus outbreak

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What Auba, Enyeama & co. are doing off the field

With the beautiful game still on hold owing to Covid-19, here are what some African stars are doing to keep themselves entertained in isolation

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'Life is still worthwhile' – Osimhen

The Nigeria international took to social media to offer advice to the public as the pandemic continues to worsen

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EXCL: Mikel’s 'titles are not won in the grave' - Pascal

The ex-Nigeria international has lauded the midfielder’s choice to part ways with the Black Sea Storm in the heat of Covid-19

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2020 African Nations Championship postponed

The biennial football competition will not be played in April following a request from the 2020 hosts in the wake of Covid-19

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Watch: Liverpool relive Salah's Watford feat

The Reds reminisced on how the Egyptian found the net on four occasions as Jurgen Klopp’s men hit the Hornets for five

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Ex-Liverpool defender Traore teaches basketball

With all footballing activities suspended, the ex-Liverpool defender seems to have found a new love to take the edge off boredom

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Fameyeh scores as Orenburg bow to Spartak

The Ghana international found the net, nonetheless, his team bowed at home to the visiting Red-Whites on Saturday

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El-Arabi extends impressive Olympiacos goals record

The Morocco international’s fine record for the Legends in European club competitions continued thanks to his strike against Wolverhampton Wanderers

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D’banj leads praise for Man Utd’s Ighalo

The striker contributed a goal and an assist in on Thursday and the Afrobeats star has led the football world to pay tribute to the Nigerian

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Ighalo equals Lukaku's Manchester United record

The ex-Nigeria international has been in sizzling form in front of goal and continues to raise the bar for dependability following his latest effort

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Ighalo leads attack in Europa League

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be banking on the Nigerian for goals when the Red Devils lock horns with Die Laskler on Thursday evening

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Eto’o convinced Messi will extend Barca contract

The African football great believes the Argentine superstar can play at a high level for a few more years at Camp Nou, where he will end his career

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