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Chelsea's Misery Continues, Lose To Dinamo

UCL: Chelsea’s Misery Continues, Lose To Dinamo Zagreb

September 7, 2022 5:10 am

It was a night to forget for Chelsea on Tuesday as they began their UEFA Champions League campaign on a losing note losing 1-0 to Dinamo Zagreb in Croatia. 

Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel started new signing Pierre Emerick Aubameyang however, the Gabonese and his teammates could not do enough to see the Blues avert defeat at the Maksimir Stadium in Zagreb.

Against the run of play, Dinamo Zagreb struck in the 13th minute through Mislav Orsic lobbying the ball past Kepa Arizaballaga.

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Chelsea had more possession and chances in the …

Usyk Mulls For Unification Bout With Fury After Beating Joshua

Usyk Mulls For Unification Bout With Fury After Beating Joshua

September 2, 2022 9:16 pm

Oleksandr Usyk who is the Ukrainian heavyweight boxing champion who recently defended his title against Anthony Joshua had revealed on Friday that he hoped to set up a unification bout with Britain’s Tyson Fury come 2023.

The plans of the fight had already been discussed since the 35-year-old Usyk had won his rematch against Anthony Joshua last month to retain the IBF, WBA and WBO titles in just his fourth fight in the division.

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“I would really like to see this fight happen next year,” Usyk said on Friday …

Serena, Venus Williams Suffers Double Defeat At US Open

Serena, Venus Williams Suffers Double Defeat At US Open

September 2, 2022 6:23 am

According to reports gathered by Africa Daily News, New York the sparkling Grand Slam doubles career of Serena and Venus Williams came to a screeching halt on Thursday at the United States Open when the reunited sisters lost to Lucie Hradecka and Linda Noskova of the Czech Republic in the first round.

The Williams sisters suffered a 7-6 (7/5), 6-4 defeat at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in what was almost probably their final match as a Grand Slam doubles team.

The American team, which has won three Olympic gold medals and 14 Grand Slam titles, had not competed in a …

Again Chelsea Coach Tuchel Fined For Referee Criticism

Again Chelsea Coach Tuchel Fined For Referee Criticism

September 1, 2022 5:52 am

Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel was fined £20,000 ($23,000) and warned about his future behaviour on Wednesday after he suggested referee Anthony Taylor should not be allowed to take charge of the club’s matches.

Tuchel admitted a Football Association (FA) charge of improper conduct following his comments about Taylor after Chelsea’s stormy 2-2 draw with Tottenham in the Premier League in August.

‘An independent regulatory commission has ordered Chelsea’s Thomas Tuchel to be fined £20,000 and warned about his future conduct for breaching FA Rule E3.1 during a post-match press conference on Sunday, August 14 2022,’ an FA statement said.

‘The …

FIFA Ranking: Super Eagles Sit Tight At World`s 31st

FIFA Ranking: Super Eagles Sit Tight At World`s 31st

August 25, 2022 4:45 pm

The new FIFA ranking of football teams  around the world  has pegged the Nigerian Super Eagles at the 31st position in the world while maintaining their previous position with the last ranking.

According to the recent ranking table which had also been published on FIFA’s verified page on Thursday, the Jose Peseiro-coached players had also maintained the 1,504.7 garnered points which they had made in July.

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On the continental level, they have also been still placed fourth behind Senegal (18), Morocco (23) and Tunisia (30).

On the global scene, …

Boxing Joshua Lacked Confidence Against Usyk - Wilder

Joshua Was Lacking In Confidence Against Usyk – Wilder

August 25, 2022 4:41 am

Heavyweight Deontay Wilder has pointed out that he believes that Anthony Joshua’s lack of confidence played a key role during his loss to Oleksandr Usyk in the rematch which was held on Sunday morning.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that analysts who have commented on the game have somewhat agreed that Joshua delivered an improved performance in Saudi Arabia following his loss to Usyk last year however, it wasn’t just good enough as the Ukrainian retained his heavyweight titles via split decision.

Wilder, who is set for a ring return on October 15 against Finland’s Robert Helenius, believes Joshua …

British Decathlete, Ben Gregory Placed Under Life Support

British Decathlete, Ben Gregory Placed Under Life Support

August 22, 2022 4:09 am
Ben Gregory, a British decathlete was reportedly involved in a very serious bike accident over the weekend which left him with severe injuries; he is currently in a critical condition.
According to his wife Naomi Heffernan, Ben Gregory, 31, sustained a fracture to his skull and neck couple with several brain hemorrhages
She posted on her Instagram page: ‘He’s in a coma and on life support.‘
‘Ben needs your positive thoughts and prayers right now. Those that know Ben know how strong he is mentally and physically, he’s a fighter and he’ll get through this.’
‘Please pray for him and
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Why Joshua Lost To Usyk, Hearn Shares Insight

Why Joshua Lost To Usyk, Hearn Shares Insight

August 21, 2022 5:51 am

The promoter for Anthony Joshua, Eddie Hearn has revealed that his client didn’t start well in his rematch against Oleksandr Usyk last night.

Africa Daily News, New York Joshua’s bid to retrieve the unified heavyweight titles ended in disappointment as Usyk produced a terrific performance to win by split decision in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

In fight billed as the Rage on the Red Sea, two judges scored the fight 115-113 and 116-112 to Usyk, while a third judge gave it 115-113 to the challenger. While there were some close rounds, Usyk was the deserved winner.

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Tuchel Handed One-Game Ban Following Spurs Misbehaviour

Tuchel Handed One-Game Ban Following Spurs Misbehaviour

August 20, 2022 3:09 am

Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel has been issued a one-match suspension and fined about £35,000 ($41,000) after he was sent off following an unsportsmanlike clash with Tottenham boss Antonio Conte, the Football Association (FA) confirmed on Friday.

In the meantime, Africa Daily News, New York can confirm that Tuchel’s touchline ban has been placed on temporary suspension, pending the full written reasons for the decision, allowing the German to take his place in the dugout for Sunday’s Premier League clash at Leeds.

On the other hand, Conte has been fined £15,000 after both managers admitted improper conduct following a pair of …

Racist Abuse: Chelsea Probes Case Against Spurs Forward, Son

Racist Abuse: Chelsea Probes Case Against Spurs Forward, Son

August 18, 2022 10:05 pm

English Football Club, Chelsea has announced that it is going to be pulling up an investigation after racist abuse had been allegedly directed against Tottenham forward Son Heung-min during a football match at Stamford Bridge, threatening the “strongest action”.

The South Korea international had been alleged to have been racially abused by a member of the crowd at the  Stadium during Sunday’s ill-tempered game, which had ended in 2-2.

Read Also: Pinnick Bows To Pressure, Shelves Third-Term Aspirations

Chelsea has previously handed out life bans to supporters found guilty of similar behaviour. The back of every seat at Stamford Bridge …

Pinnick Bows To Pressure, Shelves Third-term Aspirations

Pinnick Bows To Pressure, Shelves Third-Term Aspirations

August 16, 2022 7:30 am
Reactions are presently trailing the decision of the Chairman of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick to shelve his ambition to contest for a third term in office.
During an interview on Tuesday Pinnick, stated that he won’t be contesting for a third term, despite calls from colleagues convincing him to maintain his third term ambition. His second tenure would be due on September 20. He first, assumed office in 2014.
‘Third term? No, no,’ Pinnick replied when asked if he would be contesting again.
‘I’m fine and I’m telling you that there are so many Nigerians that are capable
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Tuchel And Conte Sanctioned After Touchline Fracas

Tuchel And Conte Sanctioned After Touchline Fracas

August 16, 2022 6:09 am

Chelsea boss, Thomas Tuchel, and his Tottenham counterpart, Antonio Conte have been charged with improper conduct following their explosive clashes in Sunday’s stormy 2-2 draw.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that Tuchel and Conte were heated in hot exchanges as tempers flared in the Premier League game at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

Both managers were booked in the game for the first bust-up, which was sparked after Conte celebrated Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s equaliser close to Tuchel’s technical area.

Tuchel and Conte clashed again when an aggressive handshake between the pair, who were both shown red cards, sparked further ugly …

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