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Troost-Ekong: Oliseh’s criticism helped me improve

The defender has been consistent for the Super Eagles since his debut in 2015 and has credited his development to a challenge from Oliseh

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Nigeria’s Ikeme ‘devastated’ to miss World Cup

The Super Eagles goalkeeper was diagnosed with acute leukaemia which had forced him out of action since 2017

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Wolves sign Benik Afobe from Bournemouth

The DR Congo international has been acquired permanently after helping Wolves secure promotion to the top-flight last term

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Babayaro tips Nigeria for 'exciting things' at World Cup

The 39-year-old is confident that the Super Eagles will surpass expectations in Russia

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Troost-Ekong: Nigeria can spring surprises in World Cup

The Super Eagles are getting set for their sixth outing at the global showpiece and the defender is upbeat that the side will impress in Russia

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World Cup: Nigeria 'more than happy with underdog tag'

The Super Eagles are the least ranked side in their group and the 31-year-old believes it will only reduce the pressure on the squad

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Nigeria game 'the toughest for Croatia' - Dalic

The Europeans meet with the Super Eagles for the first time in the global tourney and their boss is looking forward to a difficult tie

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Mido lauds Ramos despite hurting Salah

The 35-year-old said he would like to have the defender in his squad due to his style of play

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Victor Moses joins Nigeria camp in London

The winger missed the Super Eagles encounter with DR Congo after featuring in the FA Cup final for Chelsea against Manchester United

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Egypt's Elneny returns to training

The 25-year-old suffered an ankle ligament injury in April during Arsenal’s clash with West Ham United but he is gradually getting back to action

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Eze disappointed after World Cup omission

Although the defender is displeased after he was left out of Gernot Rohr’s team for the global showpiece, he has charged them to return with the title

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Anderlecht react to Henry Onyekuru's claims

The forward accused the Purple and White of shattering his hope of playing in the global showpiece

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Sunderland’s Ndong linked with Cardiff City

The Gabon international could be on his way out of the Stadium of Light outfit after they dropped to the English third tier

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Toure: Man City face tough task retaining EPL title

City won the title last term in swashbuckling fashion but the midfielder is certain that it will not be tea party repeating the same feat next season

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Onyekuru: ‘Anderlecht have cost me my World Cup'

The forward has vowed to leave the Constant Vanden Stock Stadium outfit after his hope of playing in the global showpiece was shattered

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Bolton Wanderers release Chinedu Obasi

The Nigeria international along with six other players have been told that their services are surplus to requirement at the Macron Stadium outfit

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Mikel delighted after joining Nigeria World Cup camp

The 31-year-old midfielder had missed the Super Eagles previous two tune-up games and is thrilled to reunite with the side

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Salah: I've always believed Liverpool will reach CL final

The Reds reached the final of the top Europe competition for the first time in 11 years

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Bailly: Manchester United will come back stronger

The Red Devils ended the season without claiming a silverware but the defender is confident that his side will learn from the setback

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Arsenal’s Akpom reflects on Sint-Truiden loan spell

The 22-year-old is delighted with the time spent with the Canaries

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Bakambu continues scoring run in Guoan's win

The 27-year-old continued his blistering form to help the Imperial Guards overcome Chen Jingang’s men, with his Nigeria counterpart firing blank

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Etebo set for Las Palmas' last game of the season

The 22-year-old is looking to return to action for Paco Jemez’ men after missing their previous tie with Eibar owing to a muscular problem

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Aboutrika: 'Marcelo is terrified of Salah'

The 39-year-old has backed the Reds to win the top Europe competition this term ahead of the defending champions

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'Ezenwa, Uzoho & others need confidence' - Shoronmu

The Super Eagles will be without their top shot-stoppers in Russia and the 50-year-old has urged that the available hands be trusted

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Everton’s Niasse relishes partnership with Walcott

The Senegal international combined well with the 29-year-old at the London Stadium, in their last league game of the season

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Yaya Toure sends ‘final message’ to Man City fans

The 35-year-old is full of appreciation to City faithful after ending his eight-year stay at the Etihad Stadium outfit

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Morsy lauds Wigan after receiving Egypt call-up

The 26-year-old has been handed an invite to compete for a place in the Pharaohs’ team for the global tournament

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Akolo scores as Stuttgart shock Bayern Munich

The DR Congo international was on target as Tayfun Korkut’s men swept past the Bavarian at Allianz Arena

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Liverpool’s Klopp waits on Mane ahead of Brighton tie

The Senegal international suffered a 'fresh problem' and he is in a race against time to be fit for Sunday's crucial game

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Acheampong fires Tianjin Teda past Yatai

The 24-year-old’s late strike broke the heart of Chen Jingang’s men at the Changchun Stadium

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Diagne’s hat-trick powers Kasimpasa to victory

The 26-year-old was in blistering form to help the hosts brush aside the Wind of Ankara at Recep Tayyip Erdogan Stadium

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Rohr disappointed after Jordan Torunarigha's Nigeria snub

The youngster has rejected an offer to play for the Super Eagles in the global showpiece which has left the German tactician less than impressed

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Mohamed Salah challenges Liverpool teammates

The Reds are aiming for a place in the top Europe competition next term as well as winning the final against Zinedine Zidane’s men

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Newcastle’s Slimani returns to Leicester City

The 29-year-old was handed a three-match ban by the FA which put an end to his temporary stay at the St James' Park outfit

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Wanyama thrilled after Tottenham seal UCL spot

Harry Kane’s effort helped the Lilywhites confirm their place in the top Europe competition next term and the midfielder is excited with the feat

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Zaha ‘buzzing’ after scooping EPL POTM award

The forward has nicked the prize for the first time in his career after putting up an outstanding performance for the Eagles in the month under review

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Lampard: Yaya Toure one of my toughest midfield opponents

The 34-year-old will be ending his illustrious stay at the Etihad Stadium outfit

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Leicester’s Puel rules out recuperating Ndidi from Arsenal tie

The combative midfielder suffered a hamstring injury last month and will not be available when the Foxes clash with the Gunners

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Man City’s De Bruyne pays tribute to Yaya Toure

The midfielder will be ending his eight year-stay with City at the end of the term and the Belgian has praised his influence at the club

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Nigeria’s World Cup hopes dependent on players’ fitness

The 29-year-old is confident of a good outing for the Super Eagles provided the players stay out of injury

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Salah, Mane, Firmino are becoming selfish

Following the uninspiring performances by the Reds recently, the 35-year-old has blamed the trio for their failure to play as a unit

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Musa nets brace as CSKA demolish Arsenal

The Nigeria international continued his impressive run of form in Russia, scoring twice as the Red and Blues demolished Miodrag Bozovic’s men

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Fofana sent off as Udinese crash to Inter

The Cote d'Ivoire international was given his marching order for the third time in his career following a late challenge on Ivan Perisic

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Sankhare propels Bordeaux past Saint-Etienne

The Senegal international was on target as the Girondins secured their 14th top-flight victory this term

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Zaha glad after Crystal Palace's EPL survival

The Eagles secured the place in the English top-flight next term after edging past the Potters at Bet365 Stadium

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Eto'o leads Konyaspor to victory vs. Karabukspor

The 37-year-old's effort from the penalty spot in the first half helped the Anatolian Eagle overcome Unal Karaman’s men

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Lookman bags brace as Leipzig breeze past Wolfsburg

The 20-year-old winger scored twice as the Bulls ran riot over Bruno Labbadia’s men at the Red Bull Arena

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Departing Aina reflects on Hull City spell

The Nigeria international’s temporary stay with the Tigers will come to an end on Sunday and the defender is delighted with the time spent at the club

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Zaha hails fans after Crystal Palace POTM win

The Cote d'ivoire international’s impressive form last month for the Selhurst Parkoutfit has been rewarded by the club’s faithful

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I can't enjoy awards until Swansea are safe - Ayew

Although the attacker is happy to nick three prizes during the Swans’ award dinner, he is more concerned with the club’s survival

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Beni Baningime signs new Everton contract

The DR Congo-born starlet has been handed a new deal by the Goodison Park outfit following his eye-catching performances this term

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Montpellier extend Souleymane Camara's stay

The 35-year-old attacker has agreed a new deal with the French outfit that will keep him at the club till 2019

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Mainz’s Balogun out of crucial Dortmund tie

The Nigeria international is yet to return from the rib injury he suffered last month and will be missing in action on at the Signal-Iduna Park

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Newcastle United’s Slimani’s season over after FA ban

The 29-year-old’s season has been put to an abrupt end after he was punished for his violent conduct on Saturday

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Ndidi proud to win Leicester City award

The combative midfielder beat off competitions from Ben Chilwell and Demarai Gray to scoop the prize for the second consecutive time

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Iwobi ‘sad’ at Wenger's imminent departure

The French tactician has announced that he will be leaving the Emirates Stadium outfit after 22 years at helm of affairs

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Neville challenges 'freak' Salah ahead of next season

The former Red Devils’ defender is looking forward to the 25-year-old's output in the 2018-19 campaign

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Salah, Mane, Firmino will cause Roma problems

Although the Italian outfit have not conceded at home in the competition this term, Wright is backing the Reds attackers to halt the impressive form

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Atsu: Newcastle United players want Benitez’s stay

The Spaniard has one year left on his contract and the winger believes that the players want him to remain at the helm of affairs

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Gueye: ‘Everton’s confidence is back

The Toffees nicked their 13th league win this term against the Terriers and the midfielder is upbeat that the victories have restored their belief

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En-Nesyri scores in Malaga’s loss vs. Real Betis

The Morocco international got the curtain raiser as the White and Sky Blue succumbed to their 25th league defeat of the season

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Everton’s Gueye ‘happy’ with second EPL goal

The Senegal international sealed the victory for the Toffees against the Terriers at John Smith's Stadium and is delighted with the feat

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Lookman: Leipzig will bounce back from Mainz loss

After they were humbled by the O-Fives at the Opel Arena, the 20-year-old is backing the Red Bulls to return to winning ways against Wolfsburg

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Shearer reacts to Slimani’s 'stupid' kick on Dawson

The 29-year-old’s unsporting behaviour got unpunished by the referee and has been criticised by the ex-Magpies striker

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Bassogog on target in Henan Jianye’s loss

The Cameroon international’s curtain raiser was not enough to rescue the Red devils from their fifth consecutive defeat

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Amath scores as Girona hold 10-man Getafe

The 21-year-old scored the opener but the Deep Blues were forced to a stalemate by the White and Reds at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez

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Traore on target in Lyon's win vs. Nantes

The 22-year-old scored in the second half as Les Gones extended their unbeaten run to six at Groupama Stadium

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Hodgson hails Zaha's impact in Leicester demolition

The Eagles boss has applauded the Cote d'Ivoire international following his impressive showing against Claude Puel’s men at Selhurst Park

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Ayew: Swansea have to 'fight hard' vs. Chelsea

After a terrible loss to City last time out, the 28-year-old has charged his colleagues to brace up against the Blues at the Liberty Stadium

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Tomori pleased with development at Hull City

The defender will be ending his temporary stay with the Tigers at the end of the term and he is delighted with his improvement at the club

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Huddersfield's Mounie fires Everton warning

The Benin international is rooting for his side to secure a crucial victory over Sam Allardyce’s men when they clash at the Kirklees Stadium

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Stoke's Choupo-Moting ruled out of Liverpool clash

The Cameroon international has not featured for the Potters since March after suffering a groin injury

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Monchi: Why Roma sold Salah to Liverpool

The Egypt international headlined an impressive outing for the Anfield outfit against his former club in the top Europe competition

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Firmino reveals secret to partnership with Salah, Mane

The trio have formed one of the deadliest attacks in Europe and the Brazil international has disclosed the reason behind the feat

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Lascelles: Slimani not to blame for Everton loss

The Algeria international made his first start against the Goodison Park outfit but could not save the Magpies from conceding defeat

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Salah battles Marcelo for Champions League prize

The Egypt international has been shortlisted along the 29-year-old defender after putting up another impressive display against his former club

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Zaha reflects on failed Manchester United move

The forward failed to impress at Old Trafford and has lifted the lid on his unimpressive spell

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Wenger: Elneny will be ready for World Cup

The Gunners boss has ruled out the 25-year-old playing a part for the club this season but is optimistic of his return for the global showpiece

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Fowler explains Salah’s substitution vs. Roma

After the 25-year-old was replaced, Giallorossi fought back with two late goals but the Kops managed to hold on to their lead

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Given: ‘Mohamed Salah will stay at Liverpool'

The former Magpies goalkeeper is certain that there will be interests for the Egypt international in the summer following his imperious form this term

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Mane opens up on Salah, Firmino relationship

The 26-year-old has revealed his partnership with the Egypt and Brazil internationals on the field which has helped the Reds to an impressive season

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Leicester's Puel hints at No. 10 role for Iheanacho

The Foxes’ boss has suggested that he could use the Nigeria international as the team's playmaker, with Shinji Okazaki also an option

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Akpoborie backs Manchester United to win FA Cup

The Ex-Nigeria international is tipping the Red Devils to clinch the trophy ahead of Chelsea

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Elneny: 'Thank you for all the love you showed'

The Egypt international suffered an ankle ligament damage in Sunday’s English top-flight tie but he is hoping to return to action soon

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Liverpool's Klopp salutes Salah on PFA award

The 25-year-old was rewarded for his top notch performances this term by his colleagues and his gaffer has applauded the ‘fantastic achievement’

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Salah keen on European glory after PFA award win

The forward has stated his desire to win the Champions League after his recognition for his imperious performance this term by his colleagues

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Moses lauds Chelsea fans after Southampton win

The wing-back is full of praise for the Blues’ faithful after their victory over the Saints which secured them a place in the final of the competition

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Gyan hails Al-Ain after UAE Pro-League triumph

The Boss secured their 13th league title in a record time with an emphatic victory over Knights of Najd and the Ghana star has applauded the feat

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Salah backs agent in image rights row with Egypt FA

The 25-year-old is in ‘full support’ of his representative who is at loggerheads with his country’s FA

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Niane on target in Troyes’ loss to Saint-Etienne

The Mali international scored his eighth topflight goal as Jean-Louis Garcia’s men went down to the Greens at the Stade Geoffroy Guichard

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‘Salah is impossible to stop' - Riise warns Roma

The 37-year-old has backed the Egypt international to continue his blistering form when the Reds clash with the Giallorossi

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Stoke's Diouf pleads for support ahead of Burnley tie

The Potters are looking to return to winning ways against the Clarets and the forward has called on the fans for support

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Kalou shines in Hertha’s win vs. Frankfurt

The Cote d'Ivoire international bagged a brace of assist to help Michael Preetz’s men breeze past the Eagles at Commerzbank Arena

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Lookman’s future depends on Everton - Leipzig’s Rangnick

The 20-year-old has been impressive in his short loan spell but the Red Bulls will have to wait on the Toffees to decide on his future

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Ikpeazu agrees to join Hearts from Cambridge United

The 23-year-old striker will team up with the Jambos in July, after the expiry of his deal with his current side

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Bailly welcomes competition in Man United defence

The Cote d'ivoire international was missing in action as the Red Devils crumbled to the Baggies

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Celtic’s Griffiths: Dembele is a joy to watch

The youngster put up an all-round performance against Graeme Murty’s men and the 27-year-old has praised the attacker’s effort

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Swansea’s King lauds Jordan Ayew’s impact

The Ghana international has been a decisive figure for the Swans, much to the delight of the 29-year-old midfielder

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Balogun: Mainz must continue the fight for survival

The Nigeria international has charged his teammates not to relent in their quest to avoid the drop at the end of the term

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Diame backs Newcastle to finish high in EPL

The 30-year-old midfielder is confident that the Magpies will not soft-pedal on their recent impressive form

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Bolasie must be allowed to express himself - Baines

The 28-year-old who suffered a long injury layoff has been criticised by the Toffees' faithful recently

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Jordan Ayew upbeat of Swansea City's survival

The forward recued the Swans from defeat against the Toffees and is confident that they can beat the drop at the end of the term

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N'jie on target in Marseille's comeback win

The forward got on the scoresheet as the Phocians squeezed past Jean-Louis Garcia’s men at Stade de l'Aube

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Wenger lauds Aubameyang, Lacazette partnership

Starting a game together for the first time ever, both players combined well to open the scoring at the St. James' Park

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Mane reveals Klopp’s talk ahead of Liverpool's victory

The Reds cruised to a comfortable victory over the Cherries and the Senegal international has disclosed the propeller for the commanding display

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Zaha ‘buzzing’ after Crystal Palace's win

The Cote d’Ivoire international is excited after scoring twice in a thrilling contest to propel the Eagles to victory at Selhurst Park

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Gambia's Trawally on target in Guizhou Hengfeng's loss

The forward’s effort was not enough as Gregorio Manzano’s men suffered their fifth top-flight defeat this term

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Betting Preview: Lazio v AS Roma

Eusebio Di Francesco’s men have been lethal upfront against the White and Sky Blues and it should remain that way when clash in the derby

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Allardyce: Everton must be patient with Bolasie

The Toffees boss has called for understanding from the fans with the DR Congo international who recently returned from a long injury layoff

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Elneny scoops UEL Player of the Week award

The 25-year-old put up a solid display on Thursday night to help the Gunners into the last four of the competition

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Mane wins UCL Player of the Week prize

The Senegal international has been rewarded for his impressive display against the Citizens at Etihad

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Palace’ Zaha sets sights on Brighton tie

The Cote d'Ivoire international is anticipating the Seagulls' visit as the Eagles continue their relegation fight

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Etebo vows to aid Las Palmas’ LaLiga stay

The midfielder has heralded his readiness to help the Estadio Gran Canaria outfit in their quest to avoid relegation from the top-flight

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Mounie: Huddersfield will ’fight’ for EPL stay

The Benin international is confident that the Terriers will leave no stone unturned in their quest remain in the top-flight next term

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Everton’s Allardyce compares Gueye to Kante

The Toffees’ gaffer has likened the Senegal international to Chelsea’s hard-tackling midfielder after putting up a fine showing against the Reds

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'There is more to come from Abraham' - Olsson

After salvaging a point for the Swans against the Baggies, the defender is certain that the youngster will not rest on his oars

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Huddersfield 'showed good character' vs. Brighton

The 23-year-old scored the equalizing goal as David Wagner’s men earned an away point against the Seagulls at the AMEX Stadium

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Irrepressible Salah scoops fourth POTM award

The 25-year-old put in an outstanding performance in the month under review and has been rewarded for the effort

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Bailly thrilled with Man Utd comeback vs. City

The Cote d'Ivoire international has applauded the Red Devils following an outstanding display against the Citizens at the Ethiad

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Mikel: Beijing Guoan were tough

The Tianjin Tigers’ midfielder has acknowledged that the Imperial Guards were a hard nut to crack with his side only managing a point against them

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Diabate hits brace as Benevento succumb to Juventus

The Mali international scored in both halves but that was inadequate as Roberto De Zerbi’s men continued their uninspiring performance

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Kalou on target in Hertha Berlin’s loss

The 32-year-old found the back of the net as Pal Dardai’s men went down to the Foals at Olympia Stadion

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Aubameyang: My experience helped me at Arsenal

The 28-year-old has been flourishing since he teamed up with the Gunners and has attached it to his understanding of different cultures

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Martins pleased with support from Shanghai Shenhua

The Nigeria international is overwhelmed with supports received from the Flower of Shanghai after picking up an injury

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Liverpool’s Salah wins UCL POTW award

The Egypt international has added another feather to his cap after scooping an award for his eye-catching display against City

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Mahrez shortlisted for EPL Goal of the Month award

The 27-year-old’s superb set piece against the Cheries is in contention for the best goal of the month prize

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Hull’s Aina sets sights on QPR clash

After helping the Tigers earn a vital away point against the league leaders, the defender has shifted attention to their next outing against the Hoops

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Salah shortlisted for UCL POTW award

The 25-year-old has been nominated for the prize after putting up another eye-catching performance against Pep Guardiola’s men

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Hull’s Aina targets Wolverhampton’s scalp

The young defender is optimistic that the Tigers can secure a positive result against the league leaders when they clash at Molineux Stadium

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Al Ahly's Ajayi excited after making goalscoring return

The striker returned from an international assignment with the Super Eagles with a goal against Tanta and he is pleased with the showing

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Leicester's Puel: It is ‘harsh’ to lose Ndidi

The Nigeria international will miss the Foxes games against Newcastle United and Burnley and his gaffer is unhappy at the situation

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Mane backs Salah to halt Man City UCL run

The Reds face a stern opposition in City as they hope to secure one of the semi-final spots, and the winger has been tipped to make a ‘difference’

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Success hails Malaga fans after Villarreal win

The 22-year-old has lauded the White and Sky Blue supporters after clinching victory over the Yellow Submarine at La Rosaleda

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Paul Clement lauds Aluko’s strike vs. QPR

The Nigeria international scored a stunning goal against Ian Holloway’s men to hand the Royals their first victory since January

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Zaha frustrated after Liverpool loss

Despite playing for the full duration of the game, the Cote d'Ivoire international could not save the Eagles from a home defeat

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Bolasie opens season account in Everton’s loss

The DR Congo international got a consolation for the Toffees in their defeat to the Etihad stadium outfit at Goodison Park

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Samuel hits brace against Lokomotiv Moscow

The Nigeria international scored a second half brace as the Red and Blacks edged past the Red-Greens in a topflight outing

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Ighalo misses penalty in Changchun Yatai loss

The Nigeria international missed a chance to open the scoring for Chen Jingang’s side as they bowed to the Blue Lions

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Leicester’s Iheanacho doubtful for Brighton tie

Prospects of the striker featuring against the Seagulls is in the balance after returning from international duty with a fracture

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Mounie praises Huddersfield Town fans

The Benin international is excited with the unrelenting backing the Terriers have been getting from their supporters

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Crystal Palace’s Townsend talks his synergy with Zaha

The 26-year-old has formed a good partnership with 'one of the best players in the Premier League'

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Swansea's Bony targets pre-season return

The 29-year-old has been ruled for the remaining part of the season, but he is working towards a return ahead of the Swans’ preparation for next term

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Obasi vows to aid Bolton's Championship stay

Ahead of his maiden appearance for the first team, the forward is aiming to help the Trotters avoid relegation at the end of the term

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Egypt 'benefitted' from Portugal, Greece defeats

The Pharaohs suffered back-to-back losses to the European sides but the 27-year-old is rather focusing on the lessons learnt

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Mikel sends message to Nigeria ahead of Serbia tie

The 30-year-old has backed the three-time African champions for another decent showing against Mladen Krstajic’s men in London

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Elneny excited after extending Arsenal stay

The Egypt international has earned a new deal at the Emirates Stadium outfit following his satisfactory performance for the club

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Diouf backs Morocco to make history in Russia

The former Bolton Wanderers forward is hoping that the Atlas Lions can make an impression at the global showpiece

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Mikel ‘frustrated’ to miss Serbia game

The Tianjin Teda’s midfielder will again be missing in action when the Super Eagles take on Mladen Krstajic’s men in London

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Ajayi thrilled after joining Super Eagles for Serbia tie

The Al Ahly marksman missed the Super Eagles' win over the Polish but is delighted after teaming up with the squad in London

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Rohr: 'We want to keep working hard'

The gaffer has maintained the Super Eagles resolve to continue their current form which has seen them defeat the Argentines and the Polish sides

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Delaney: Zaha crucial to Palace's EPL survival

The mecurial forward is struggling with an injury and the 36-year-old wants the Selhurst Park outfit help him stay fit

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Swansea's Abraham aims to learn from Kane & Aguero

The 20-year-old striker is looking to improve on his game and emulate the Premier League goal poachers

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Troost-Ekong ‘honoured’ to lead Nigeria to victory

The 24-year-old led the Super Eagles for the first time as they piped the Polish side in a tuneup game at the Municipal Stadium

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Nwakali fires MVV Maastricht past FC Eindhoven

The youngster scored to help Ron Elsen’s men move to the promotion play-off spot in the Dutch second tier

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Rohr: Super Eagles not World Cup favourites

The Super Eagles gaffer has charged his team to remain humble despite defeating Argetina and Poland in international friendlies

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Drogba reveals two players better than Messi

The 40-year-old said that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner is still behind the Brazil and Argentina greats

Gbenga Adewoye

Amuneke reveals why he left SC Khartoum

The former Nigeria international stated that his departure from the Sudanese outfit was due to financial problem

Gbenga Adewoye

Rohr reacts to Mikel Obi’s absence for Poland tie

The 30-year-old midfielder will not be in action when the Super Eagles square off with the White and Reds at the Municipal Stadium

Gbenga Adewoye

Diame: I’m enjoying my football at Newcastle

The former Senegal international has become an integral part of Rafael Benitez’s side lately and is pleased with the turnaround

Gbenga Adewoye

Chukwu backs Nigeria's preparation for World Cup

The former Super Eagles handler is upbeat that the tuneup games line up ahead of the showpiece will bolster the team’s chances of doing well in Russia

Gbenga Adewoye

Anderlecht’s Onyekuru excited after returning to training

The Nigeria international last played in December owing to injury but is pleased to be back to his feet

Gbenga Adewoye

Mahrez in doubt for Algeria vs. Tanzania clash

The Leicester City star is in a race to be fit for the Desert Warriors’ tuneup game against Salum Mayanga’s men

Gbenga Adewoye

Aubameyang reveals why he snubbed France, Spain

The 28-year-old striker has disclosed the reason behind his choice of the Panthers

Gbenga Adewoye

Afobe explains what inspired Wolves' resurgence

After suffering a heavy defeat at the hands of Aston Villa, the DR Congo international has disclosed what got the players back on track

Gbenga Adewoye

Matchwinner Ogu lauds Hapoel Beer Sheva’s fans

The Nigeria international has praised the Camels’ supporters after his solitary effort helped his side edge past the Goldens in a top-flight tie

Gbenga Adewoye

First win of the season excites Tianjin Teda’s Mikel

The Nigeria international is delighted after helping Tianjin Tigers nick their maiden victory in the topflight this term

Gbenga Adewoye

Changchun Yatai's Ighalo fires Poland, Serbia warning

The 28-year-old has sent a message of intent ahead of the Super Eagles' meeting with the Europeans with his first CSL goal of the season

Gbenga Adewoye

Choupo-Moting endures mixed fortunes in seven-minute cameo

The Cameroon international came off the bench to level matter but got injured in the process with the Toffees eventually emerging victorious

Gbenga Adewoye

Not Jordan, Andre reveals why he rejoined Swansea

The Ghana international has lifted the lid on the reason why he decided to make a return to the Liberty Stadium outfit

Gbenga Adewoye

Toure returns for Cote d'Ivoire's friendlies

After calling it quit with the Elephants in March 2015, the 34- year-old has been invited for their warmup games in March

Gbenga Adewoye

Benitez warns Slimani to stick to fitness plan

The 29-year-old is yet to make his maiden appearance for the Magpies since his temporary switch from the Foxes in January

Gbenga Adewoye

Mikel set sight on Pato reunion in Tianjin derby

Both former Blue players will go head to head in one of China's most heated clashes

Gbenga Adewoye

Zaha the most important Crystal Palace player

The Eagles gaffer has likened the Cote d'ivoire international to Lionel Messi following his impact at the club

Gbenga Adewoye

Lookman: EPL more physical than Bundesliga

The young striker has made a bold comparison between the German topflight and the English elite division

Gbenga Adewoye

Roy Hodgson vows to ease Zaha in

Although the Eagles are desperate to return to winning ways, the English tactician has vowed not burden the forward

Gbenga Adewoye

Swansea must give their best vs. Tottenham

The Swans ended their 54-year wait to nick a place in the last eight of the competition and are faced with Spurs as their latest test

Gbenga Adewoye

Mane: Liverpool can win the Champions League

Although the Senegal international admitted it will be challenging to nick the top European diadem, he is confident that the Reds are up to the task

Gbenga Adewoye

Adkins pleased with Aina’s performance vs. Ipswich

The wing-back made a vital contribution to help the Tigers secure their second consecutive victory in the English second tier

Gbenga Adewoye

Mahrez aims to finish high with Leicester

The winger scored and assisted with another to help the Foxes demolish West Brom and he is looking forward to moving up the log

Gbenga Adewoye

Huddersfield’s Kachunga delighted with return from LCL injury

The DR Congo international is relieved following his return to the pitch after a two-month layoff

Gbenga Adewoye

Mikel hails Hazard on Chelsea milestone

The former Chelsea midfielder has praised the Belgian international after reaching a landmark at the London outfit

Gbenga Adewoye

Leicester's Benalouane tops Tunisia squad for March friendlies

The French-born player tops the Carthage Eagles players that will face the Central American and Asia teams

Gbenga Adewoye

Aubameyang frustrated by UEL ineligibility

The former Borussia Dortmund goal poacher is unhappy as he will not be able to replicate his topflight form in Europe with the Gunners

Gbenga Adewoye

Iheanacho: Leicester are ready for Chelsea

After running riot over West Brom on Saturday, the Nigeria international is upbeat that the win will boost their confidence against the Blues

Gbenga Adewoye

Hodgson has no regret not starting Zaha vs. Chelsea

The 25-year-old put up an eye-catching performance as a substitute from the bench

Gbenga Adewoye

Akpala stars in Oostende’s loss to Standard Liege

The 31-year-old’s brilliant form failed to lift De Kustboys as they succumbed to the Reds in front of their home supporters

Gbenga Adewoye

Van Aanholt Impressed with Zaha’s impact vs. Chelsea

The 27-year-old benefitted from the Cote d'ivoire international to score the consolation for the Eagles and has praised the display from the winger

Gbenga Adewoye

Nwakali hails teammates after Maastricht's win

The youngster opened his goal account this term as Ron Elsen’s men secured their 11th victory in the Dutch second division

Gbenga Adewoye

Kasimpasa’s Kenneth Omeruo hails Eduok, Diagne

The Nigeria defender is full of praise for his compatriot and the Senegalese following their performances in Saturday’s Turkish topflight encounter

Gbenga Adewoye

Elneny excited with Arsenal’s display at San Siro

After disappointing results in recent weeks, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Aaron Ramsey's efforts put the Gunners back on track which impressed the player

Gbenga Adewoye

Wanyama hails fans after scooping EPL award

The 26-year-old has acknowledged the support he got after his breathtaking effort against Liverpool was voted as the best in February

Gbenga Adewoye

West Brom will be tough, admits Leicester's Mahrez

The Algeria international has warned the Foxes to be battle-ready as their clash with the Baggies will not be a stroll in the park

Gbenga Adewoye

We won't rush Zaha back - Roy Hodgson

Though the forward has returned to training ahead of the expected time his gaffer has reiterated that he will not be hurried back into action

Gbenga Adewoye

Juventus’ Asamoah not distracted by contract situation

The 29-year-old’s contract with the Old Lady runs out at the end of the season and the midfielder seems unperturbed by the uncertainty of his future

Gbenga Adewoye

Abdullahi Shehu revels in Super Eagles call-up

The 24-year-old defender was handed an invitation ahead of the Super Eagles ties with the European teams

Gbenga Adewoye

Souare delighted with Senegal call-up

After overcoming a career-threatening injury, the defender has been handed an invitation to the Teranga Lions

Gbenga Adewoye

How Nigeria can win 2018 World Cup - Weah

The African football legend is optimistic that the Super Eagles can go all the way to win the coveted trophy provided they put their house in order

Gbenga Adewoye

Liverpool’s Chamberlain draws inspiration from Salah

Winger Salah is joint top on the EPL goalscoring chart and the English international said such incredible feat is what gets him going

Gbenga Adewoye

Mane lauds Liverpool’s persistence vs. Newcastle

The Reds tenaciously pushed for a win against the Magpies and it paid off as they put two past Rafa Benitez's men

Gbenga Adewoye

Salah nominated for EPL awards

The Egypt international was again at his best in the month under review and could swoop two individual accolades

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