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November 2, 2024

Manchester City’s unbeaten league run ends with shock loss at Bournemouth

Manchester City suffered a shock 2-1 defeat at Bournemouth on Saturday, ending their 32-game unbeaten run in the Premier League.

Manchester City vs Bournemouth
November 2, 2024

Arteta frustrated by Arsenal’s loss at Newcastle

Alexander Isak headed home in the 12th minute in Newcastle’s first win in six league games, leaving Arsenal provisionally third in the Premier League table.

Arsenal vs New Castle
November 1, 2024

Man United appoint 39-year-old Ruben Amorim as new head coach 

“Ruben is one of the most exciting and highly rated young coaches in European football,” the club said.

Ruben Amorim
October 31, 2024

Defection: Court strikes out pro-Wike lawmakers’ suit against INEC, PDP

The 27 lawmakers, loyal to Mr Wike, filed the suit to restrain INEC from conducting a fresh election to fill their seats for defecting from PDP to APC.

Martin Amaewhule
October 31, 2024

EFL Cup: Ten Hag-less Man United thrash Leicester City 5-2; Man City, Chelsea crash out

Chelsea are out of the competition too, after losing 2-0 to Newcastle United at Saint James’ Park, while Crystal Palace stunned Aston Villa 2-1 at home.

Man United vs Leicester City
October 29, 2024

Lack of infrastructure maintenance culture affecting sports development in Nigeria: Pinnick

Pinnick said Nigeria had talented and skilled individuals, but the country lacks adequate facilities where those individuals can exhibit their talents and skills.

Amaju Pinnick
October 29, 2024

Morocco 2025: Super Eagles to conclude qualifying campaign Nov. 18

He said Moroccan match officials have been appointed for the game.

Super Eagles
October 28, 2024

Spain’s Rodri clinches 2024 Ballon d’Or, edges out Vinicius Jr., Bellingham

In a star-studded ceremony in Paris, Spain’s Rodri Hernandez has been crowned the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner, edging out Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr

Rodri
October 28, 2024

Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman ranks 14th in Ballon d’Or after stellar season

Lookman played a key role as the Super Eagles finished as runners-up, narrowly losing 2-1 to the host in the final.

Ademola Lookman
October 28, 2024

Man United sack Erik ten Hag

Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies. 

Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag