Tag: football
Understanding the intricacies of Neymar’s €222m world record transfer deal
by Wareez Odunayo The news of Brazilian forward’s, Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, commonly called Neymar world record transfer has ...
Opinion: The FCT minister should stop protecting cows over residents
by Aderonke Ogunleye-Bello Dear Alhaji Mohammed Bello, I am writing you this letter with utter disgust and disappointment in the ...
Opinion: Why CAF moving the African Cup of Nations to June/July makes sense
by Tim Konyehi When African football experts gathered in Rabat Wednesday and Thursday for CAF Organised Extraordinary Football Symposium, the ...
I have no plan to resign – Rohr
Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has said rumours that he is considering resigning is false. There had been reports that ...
#Impact365: Super Eagles defender, Elderson Echiejile launches 100 Smiles Football Initiative for indigent children
Super Eagles and Sivasspor new signee, Elderson Echiejile has backed grassroots football as a major source for identifying and developing ...
Opinion: Luis Enrique – Barca success at a sad cost
by Umar Hassan Luis Enrique won a treble in his first season as Fc Barcelona Coach and in the process, ...
The Thread: “This is devastating” “Our prayers are with you” | Super Eagles goalkeeper Carl Ikeme has been diagnosed with acute Leukemia and the football world empathises
The football world cloaks Nigerian Super Eagles goalkeeper Carl Ikeme with strength as news of his diagnosis hit social media. ...
Opinion: Flying with(out) Wenger
by Ifreke Inyang The fury was plane for all to see. Arsenal fans, tired of marching to the Emirates and ...
Dele Alli gradually becoming a football star
by Rachel Ogbu Dele Alli is fast becoming one of the hottest commodities in world football. In the 2016-2017 football season, the ...
British Chelsea star, Ola Aina dumps Chelsea for Super Eagles
by Rachel Ogbu// London-born star football player, Ola Aina recently made news when he snubbed England and his club, Chelsea ...
The Thread: Jay Jay Okocha is a fraud. Here is why
Someone has taken potshots at Jay Jay Okocha on Twitter NG. Jay Jay Okocha is a former Super Eagles Captain ...
Today’s Noisemakers: Daily Mail blames Ariana Grande for bomb blast, Ikeja electric begs customers to stop putting juju on NEPA poles + Man U scoops Europa League trophy
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens: we read ...
Arsenal coach, Arsene Wenger won’t resign, former Gunners defender says
by Omoleye Omoruyi Former Arsenal defender, Laureano Etame-Mayer known as Lauren, has, contrary to rumours, said that Arsenal manager, Arsene ...
The Thread: If there was a professional footballers group chat
Football is more fun when the players and managers throw shades at one another. So you probably will understand this ...
Manchester United’s condolence message to Calabar fans is a slap in the face of the Nigerian government
by Soma Oj. The past few weeks have been eventful for football fans world over. And those events have not ...
#UELdraw: Manchester United face Celta Vigo, as Ajax draw Lyon
by Dolapo Adelana Manchester United will face Spanish side Celta Vigo in the semi-final of the Europa League. Dutch side, ...
Just In: John Terry to leave Chelsea at the end of the season
by Dolapo Adelana Chelsea Football Club has announced that its captain, John Terry, will depart Stamford Bridge at the end ...
Ahmed Musa considering legal action over asssault allegations
by Dolapo Adelana Nigerian forward Ahmed Musa is set to take up legal action over reports that he was arrested ...
Ex-Super Eagle’s striker, Yakubu Aiyegbeni leaves Coventry City after playing only 3 games
by Dolapo Adelana Former Super Eagles forward, Yakubu Aiyegbeni has terminated his contract with Coventry City after featuring for the ...
2026 World Cup: FIFA proposes 9 slots for Africa in new 48-team competition
by Dolapo Adelana Nine African countries may get the opportunity to represent at the 2026 edition of the FIFA World cup, ...
“Wonderboy Hamilton was a perfect gentleman…” | NFF mourns ex-Eagles coach
by Dolapo Adelana The Nigeria Football Federation on Thursday paid glowing tributes to former Nigeria player and coach, Paul Hamilton, ...
Opinion: Super Eagles – When Nigerian fans do not matter
by Aderonke Ogunleye-Bello It was a gut-wrenching Thursday night for devoted football fans in Nigeria – the match between Senegal ...
Who is Ahmad Ahmad? The man who just ended Hayatou’s 29-year reign as CAF President
It only took 29 long years after but the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has witnessed the emergence of a new ...
FIFA bans Mali from international football
by Dolapo Adelana World Football governing body FIFA has suspended Mali from international football due to government interference. FIFA took ...
BREAKING: Ahmad Ahmad beats Hayatou to become CAF president
by Dolapo Adelana Ahmad Ahmad is the new president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Ahmad, who is from ...
Arsenal release statement on Arsene Wenger’s future (READ)
by Dolapo Adelana Arsenal FC has released a statement concerning the future of its manager Arsene Wenger. Fans have been ...
Heavy rain destroys Akure stadium roof (PHOTOS)
by Dolapo Adelana Heavy rain has destroyed some sections of the Akure township stadium, according to Sahara Reporters. Roofs of ...
Fernando Torres discharged from hospital after suffering head injury
by Dolapo Adelana Atletico Madrid forward, Fernando Torres has been discharged from hospital after suffering a head injury, according to ...
We are ready to take over Surulere National Stadium – Ambode
by Dolapo Adelana Lagos Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday declared the readiness of the State Government to take over ...
Victor Moses signs new 4-year contract with Chelsea FC
by Dolapo Adelana Nigerian international Victor Moses has signed a new contract with English Football Club, Chelsea. The 26-year-old has ...
The September Standard
- Unlock a Healthier You: Essential Resources for Holistic Well-being
- How Your Diet Could Be Making Your Snoring Worse
- Celebrating Nigerian Trailblazers: Inspiring Women in Fashion
- Silk: Unraveling Threads of Elegance and Innovation
- Grammy Awards 2024 Red Carpet Fashion: Hits and Misses that Stole the Spotlight
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy