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Mayweather Fulfills Boast, Knocks Out Pacquiao

September 25, 2022 8:00 pm

Mayweather has finally fulfilled his boast as he had arrived at Saitama Super Arena, north of Tokyo, just an hour before the much-teased fight and then proceeded to knock out his opponent, Pacquiao.

On another easy payday for the self-styled “Money” Mayweather, the bell to end the second round sounded as Asakura hit the canvas, but it failed to save the Japanese fighter and he was unable to beat the count.

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“It was another blockbuster turnout… boxing for me is like breathing,” Mayweather said, adding he is looking to fight …

Ronaldo Charged By FA For Smashing Everton Fan’s Phone

Ronaldo Charged By FA For Smashing Everton Fan’s Phone

September 24, 2022 6:00 am

Cristiano Ronaldo has been charged with ‘improper and/or violent’ conduct by the English Football Association on Friday for an incident dating back five months.

Africa Daily News, New York footage showed Ronaldo appearing to knock a fan’s mobile phone to the ground after United’s 1-0 defeat at Everton on April 9, for which the Portuguese was cautioned by Merseyside Police.

‘Cristiano Ronaldo has been charged with a breach of FA Rule E3 for an incident that took place after Manchester United FC’s Premier League match against Everton on Saturday 9 April 2022,’ said a FA spokesperson.

‘It is alleged that …

Atletico Blasted By Spain PM Over Vinicius Racism Incident

Atletico Blasted By Spain PM Over Vinicius Racism Incident

September 20, 2022 8:36 pm

Pedro Sanchez who is the Spanish prime minister has openly condemned and berated Atletico Madrid on Tuesday for not taking a full stand against some of the racist chants which had emanated from their supporters aimed at Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior.

Some sectors of the crowd chanted “You are a monkey, Vinicius, you are a monkey,” before and during Real Madrid’s 2-1 win at Atletico’s Metropolitano stadium on Sunday, while some of the missiles which had also included lighters had been thrown at him and Brazilian compatriot Rodrygo as they celebrated a goal.

 

Liga will report the events …

Peseiro Names Musa, Ekong, 23 Others To Face Algeria In Oran

Peseiro Names Musa, Ekong, 23 Others To Face Algeria In Oran

September 18, 2022 4:51 am

Super Eagles Head Coach, José Santos Peseiro, has invited team captain, Ahmed Musa; deputy captain, William Ekong; and 23 other players to take on former African champions, Algeria, in an international friendly match in the Algerian town of Oran on Tuesday, September 27.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that the three-time African champions, Nigeria and two-time African champions, Algeria, would clash at the 40,000 Stade Olympique in Oran on that day with the invited players expected to meet in Constantine on Monday, September 19.

The goalkeepers invited are Francis Uzoho, Maduka Okoye, and Adeleye Adebayo.

Defenders are William …

Federer Announces Final Retirement From Professional Tennis

Federer Announces Retirement From Professional Tennis

September 16, 2022 5:36 am

Switzerland-born tennis great Roger Federer on Thursday announced his retirement from professional tennis after 24 years on the ATP tour.

Federer made the announcement in a video posted on his social media channels before sharing the statement in another post on his social media platforms.

The statement read: ‘To my tennis family and beyond. Of all the gifts that tennis has given me over the years, the greatest, without a doubt, has been the people I’ve met along the way: my friends, my competitors, and most of all the fans who give the sport its life. Today, I want …

‘Incredible Adventure’ - Legend Federer Announces His Retirement

‘Incredible Adventure’ – Legend Federer Announces His Retirement

September 15, 2022 7:42 pm

One of the World bests, Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer has announced that he is set to retire after next week’s Laver Cup after he had admitted on Thursday that his battles with a knee problem had forced him to call time on his historic career.

“The Laver Cup next week in London will be my final ATP event,” he said in a statement posted on social media.

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It had also been reported that the 41-year-old winner of 20 Grand Slam titles has also  been out of action since a …

Graham Potter Left Frustrated As Salzburg Hold

Graham Potter Left Frustrated As Salzburg Holds Chelsea

September 15, 2022 5:42 am

Graham Potter admitted Chelsea have to ‘improve the little details’ after Red Bull Salzburg spoiled his first match in charge with a late equaliser in Wednesday’s 1-1 draw in the Champions League.

Potter was on course for a winning debut when Raheem Sterling put Chelsea ahead early in the second half at Stamford Bridge.

But the former Brighton boss, who replaced Thomas Tuchel last week, had to settle for a point as Noah Okafor punished sloppy defending to equalise in the closing stages.

It was a largely underwhelming performance from Chelsea, underlining the work Potter must do to repair the …

Klopp Openly Mocks Boehly US-Style Plan For Premier League Game

Klopp Openly Mocks Boehly US-Style Plan For Premier League Game

September 14, 2022 7:01 pm

In a recent reaction, Jurgen Klopp has come out to openly pour some scorn on the idea of a United States-style of the all-star Premier League game which had been floated by new Chelsea chairman, Todd Boehly, while mockingly asking whether the Harlem Globetrotters will be also be involved.

Chelsea’s new co-owner Boehly, who also has massive stakes in the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team and LA Lakers basketball team, had notified a New York conference that he has already floated the idea with his other Premier League counterparts.

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Chelsea Sack Tuchel Finally Reacts In Emotional Statement

Chelsea Sack: Tuchel Finally Reacts In Emotional Statement

September 12, 2022 4:07 am

German tactician, Thomas Tuchel has finally broken silence following his sacking as Chelsea Football Club manager, asserting that ‘it is the most difficult statements I have ever had to write’.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that Tuchel was last week relieved of his duty at Chelsea following their 1-0 defeat away to Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League which happened to be their third loss in seven games this season.

According to reports, his relationship with the club’s co-owner Todd Boehly had become strained in the build-up to his sack fastening the decision by the new owners to cut …

Again, Tobi Amusan Announced Winner Of Diamond League Trophy

Again, Tobi Amusan Announced Winner Of Diamond League Trophy

September 9, 2022 4:41 am

It was another moment of glory as Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan clinched the women’s 100 metres hurdles at the Diamond League in Zurich last night. 

She finished 12.29 seconds to defend her Diamond League title. Tia Jones from the US trailed her after coming in 12.40s while Jamaica’s Britany Anderson ended third.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that the Nigerian had last year also won the Diamond League trophy in 12.42 seconds. She also set an African record.

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‘12.29! ” the Diamond League wrote. ‘Tobi Amusan defends her #DiamondLeague…

Ruthless Napoli Destroy Liverpool In Champions League Opener

Ruthless Napoli Destroy Liverpool In Champions League Opener

September 8, 2022 3:08 am

Former European Champions, Liverpool last night began their UEFA Champions League campaign with a devastating 4-1 loss against Italian side Napoli as their sloppy start to the season continued.

The Reds were never at their best all through the game as Napoli dominated and would have scored more than four on the night that showed how weak Liverpool can be at the back.

Victor Osimhen shined in the first half and almost scored but had a penalty saved in the first half.

Zielinski grabbed the first goal in the 5th minute from penalty spot, Osimhen missed a penalty in the …

Tuchel's Sack Shows Chelsea’s New Owners' Ruthless Streak

Tuchel’s Sack Shows Chelsea’s New Owners’ Ruthless Streak

September 7, 2022 8:19 pm

The Chelsea football club have revealed that they are still trying their best adjust to the policies under their new regime with the new management but it has been revealed that the ruthless sacking of manager Thomas Tuchel shows that the change of ownership has not ushered in an era of patience at Stamford Bridge.

The German who had been well aware of the fate that had befallen most of the managers who stumble from the day he walked into the Premier League club, initially handed a contract for just 18 months despite his pedigree.

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